Hong Kong English: Brief History Flashcards

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1
Q

Name a language which has influenced Hong Kong English other than English

A

Cantonese

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What was the case for speaking English in Hong Kong from 1600-1800?

A

It was restricted to British Colonialists mostly

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What was the case for English speakers in Hong Kong by 2011?

A

Half of the population claimed to speak English

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4
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What has China tried to do to Cantonese in Hong Kong?

A

They have tried to limit its spread

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How have Hong Kong responded to the attempted Chinese suppression of Cantonese in the region?

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Hong Kong have used Cantonese to represent themselves

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