English Origins Flashcards
1
Q
What kind of language is English?
A
A Germanic language
2
Q
Why are a lot of the words in English Latinate in origin?
A
They were introduced during the renaissance period (1300s)
The renaissance reflected the introduction of arts, science and literature words needed to be reflective of this evolution
3
Q
Norse words
A
Object words
4
Q
When was old English spoken?
A
0500 to 1100
5
Q
When was middle English spoken?
A
1100 to 1500
6
Q
When was early modern English spoken?
A
1500 to 1800
7
Q
When was late modern English spoken?
A
1800 to present
8
Q
Saxon words
A
Familial relationships
9
Q
What was the French influence?
A
Words return to their correct spellings
Latin roots with French influence
