The English Language Is a "Second" or "Third" Language in Many

question 43

Multiple Choice

The English language is a "second" or "third" language in many regions where it is used as a(n)

• A) colonial dialect.
• B) expansion diffusion.
• C) Indo-European import.
• D) global lingua.
• E) lingua franca.

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Definitions:

Illness Behavior

The ways individuals react and respond to being ill, including seeking treatment, interpreting symptoms, and coping with the illness.

Sick-role Behavior

The pattern of expectations and behavior that a person adopts when ill, including seeking medical help and temporarily assuming a dependent and exempt status from normal duties.

Dependence

A condition characterized by the reliance on a substance, activity, or habit to the extent that its cessation causes severe trauma or withdrawal.

Chronic Illness

A long-lasting health condition that can be controlled but not cured, often requiring ongoing medical attention and management.