English Language Change Quiz

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  • Created by: Sulaman
  • Created on: 18-04-13 14:37
What is Blending?
A word which is from the initial letter of other words, e.g. nimby (not in my back yard), wags (wives and girlfriends)
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What is Pejoration?
When a word takes on a negative meaning
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What is the difference between broadening and narrowing?
Broadening - when a word keeps it's original meaning but acquires others Narrowing - When a word becomes more specific in it's meaning
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What year was the printing press invented?
1476
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What is the difference between Archaic and Obsolete?
Archaic - No longer in everyday life, but sometimes used to create an old fashioned flavour Obsolete - No longer produced or used - Out of date
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Card 2

Front

What is Pejoration?

Back

When a word takes on a negative meaning

Card 3

Front

What is the difference between broadening and narrowing?

Back

Preview of the front of card 3

Card 4

Front

What year was the printing press invented?

Back

Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

Front

What is the difference between Archaic and Obsolete?

Back

Preview of the front of card 5

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