Influences on the English Language

The video explores the ties between English and its Greek and Latin roots, highlighting the evolution of language and the creation of new words due to technological advancements. It discusses the influence of political power on language prestige and provides examples of new English words like 'mouse', 'Xerox', and 'Google'. The origins of English are traced back to Latin, Germanic, Arabic, and Greek influences, with a focus on the impact of Romance languages. The video also explains the concept of affixes, including roots, prefixes, and suffixes, and how they contribute to word formation.

What is the primary focus of the introduction in the video?

• The connection between English and Greek and Latin roots.

• The history of the English language.

• The evolution of modern technology.

• The importance of learning new languages.

Why are new words being added to the English language rapidly?

• Due to the simplification of grammar.

• As a result of political changes.

• Because of technological advancements.

• Due to the influence of ancient languages.

What happens to language as it grows older?

• It remains unchanged.

• It becomes more complex grammatically.

• It becomes grammatically simpler.

• It loses its vocabulary.

How does political power affect language?

• It determines the prestige of a language or dialect.

• It has no effect on language.

• It makes the language more complex.

• It simplifies the language.

Which of the following is an example of a word that evolved from a brand name?

• Accent

• Google

• Mouse

• Whom

What is meant by English being a 'mut' language?

• It is a language with no roots.

• It is a language that has evolved from multiple sources.

• It is a language that is difficult to learn.

• It is a language that has no influence from other languages.

How did the Roman Empire influence modern languages?

• By simplifying their language.

• By isolating their language.

• By adopting other languages.

• By spreading Latin through conquest.

What was the impact of Germanic tribes on the English language?

• They influenced English through invasions and settlements.

• They simplified the language.

• They introduced new grammatical rules.

• They had no impact.

What is the role of affixes in Modern English?

• They are used only in ancient languages.

• They are irrelevant to language learning.

• They help in understanding word meanings.

• They complicate word meanings.

What are the three big terms related to word structure discussed in the video?

• Sentences, phrases, and clauses.

• Roots, prefixes, and suffixes.

• Nouns, verbs, and adjectives.

• Subjects, predicates, and objects.