Aen 103: History Of English Question Paper
Aen 103: History Of English
Course:Bachelor Of Education In English And Literature
Institution: Maseno University question papers
Exam Year:2011
INSTRUCTION: Answer any THREE questions.
1. Discuss the impacts of imperialism and international missionary movements on the growth of English language (23.3marks)
2. Illustrate the contribution of the following groups to the development of English vocabulary:
a. The Norman French (13.3marks)
b. The Vikings (10marks)
3. ''The post independence language policy favored the growth of English in Kenya and other commonwealth states.'' Discuss (23.3marks)
4. Outline and illustrate any seven changes of grammar and vocabulary that occurred in English during the Old English and Middle English periods (23.3marks)
5. Explain how the spread of English outside Britain led to the rise of regional varieties of the language (23.3marks)
6. Discuss the impact of globalization and Information Technology on the current sold and status of English (23.3marks).
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