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BRWH

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Analyze the concept of language loss by discussing one position in favor of language preservation and one against, and identifying what group might take each position.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Language decay occurs when speakers abandon their language in favor of another language.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Cheesycrackers

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: The ideal answer will include:
1. An argument in favor of language preservation is that language diversity, like biological diversity, is a positive thing. This is the position held by many cultural anthropologists.
2. Another argument in favor of language preservation is that language represents an important part of cultural identity, and that language loss diminishes the integrity of a culture. This position would be held by members of a culture that value its heritage and traditions.
3. An argument against language preservation is that it thwarts a Darwinian process that replaces little-used languages with more fit global languages. This position might be held by proponents of Darwinist processes in general.
4. Another argument against language preservation is that it creates a sense of identity on the part of a local culture and reduces its identification with a state or majority culture. This position is held by governments that seek to create a homogeneous population.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: False




BRWH

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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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