Which of the Following Statements About Language Endangerment Do Linguistic

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about language endangerment do linguistic anthropologists consider correct?

• A) Many languages with small numbers of native speakers are in danger of disappearing as younger people in the speech community stop using the language or never learn it in the first place.
• B) The spread of "world" languages like English contributes to language growth.
• C) Attempts to implement language revitalization have met with complete failure.
• D) Linguistic anthropologists have not become involved in project to revive languages.

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Definitions:

Principle

A principle is a fundamental truth, rule, or belief that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior or for a chain of reasoning.

Immediate Reinforcement

Immediate reinforcement refers to the prompt delivery of a reward or punishment following a behavior, which strengthens the association between the behavior and its consequence.

Contingent Reinforcement

A strategy where rewards or punishments are given based on the performance of specific behaviors.

Long-Term Suppression

refers to the prolonged effort to inhibit or restrain a response, emotion, or thought, over an extended period.