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maychende

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Which of the following statements about language change is FALSE?
 
  a. Language is constantly changing.
  b. Linguistic borrowing occurs because of both need and prestige.
  c. The study of language change over time is an example of synchronic analysis.
  d. Historical linguists are interested in studying how a language changes over time.
  e. Changes in the meanings of words reflect changes in cultural values in the society.

Question 2

Nuer terminology reflects the importance of _________in their society.
 
  a. women
  b. bracelets and necklaces
  c. cattle
  d. grain
  e. witchcraft


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Ahnyah

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:
c

Answer to Question 2

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c


maychende

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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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