Asked by Chris Zeschke on Jul 01, 2024
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How have forces such as colonialism affected the survival of indigenous languages?
Indigenous Languages
The first languages used by the original inhabitants of a region, which are part of their cultural heritage.
Colonialism
The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.
- Analyze the impact of historical forces such as colonialism on the survival of indigenous languages.
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Aslinda HamidJul 04, 2024
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Colonialism brought in European languages and established all official business and education (usually) in the colonial language. As young people grew up in the society, they saw their own language increasingly diminished and used infrequently for any kind of public act.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze the impact of historical forces such as colonialism on the survival of indigenous languages.
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