Background Knowledge
What is a language?
A language is a method of human communication
Can languages be through actions?
Yes
What was an example I gave for how discoveries can be shared better?
The COVID-19 outbreak.
How many languages are estimated to become extinct by 2050
1500
Around how many languages are there in the world?
7,000
What are the three oldest languages with written records?
Egyptian, Sumerian and Akkadian
What is a benefit to studying abroad?
Gives teens a break from their own country and they can have a little vacation while studying which can relieve stress
Complete the sentence.
For some people, losing their language is like losing their ____.
identity
What is the most spoken mother language?
Mandarin
How many countries recognize English as a official language?
67 countries.
What can happen if miscommunication happens?
Arguments and disagreements
Around how many people spoke Gaelic in the 1950's in Canada?
∼200,000
What is the third most spoken language?
Hindi
When was L.L. Zamenhof born?
1857
What percent of people in Canada are bilingual?
18%
On average, how long would it take to learn English fluently if a person spent 1 hour everyday?
3.25 years