Multilingualism and Linguistic Diversity

1- Along with the two aspects of multilingualism, can we reasonably state that
multilingualism is a double-edge sword? (5pts)
Answer: Yes, it is reasonable to state that multilingualism is a double-edge sword because
multilingualism has advantages and disadvantages. Multilingualism seen at the level
individual is proficiency but seen at the level of nation it gives problem. Because that creates
some linguistic hierarchy.

2- Thomas is currently speaking German, Czech, Russian and Japanese. Should we

consider him either as a simultaneous bilingual or as an elective bilingual? state
your reasons. (5pts)
Answer: Based on the information provided, Thomas appears to be a simultaneous bilingual.
Simultaneous bilingualism occurs when a person acquires two languages at the same time,
typically from birth or during early childhood. In this case, it seems that Thomas has been
exposed to German, Czech, Russian, and Japanese from an early age and has acquired them
simultaneously.
Elective bilingualism, on the other hand, refers to the intentional learning of a second
language later in life, usually for practical or personal reasons. Since it is not clear from the
information provided whether Thomas learned these languages later in life or acquired them
simultaneously from an early age, it would be safer to assume that he is a simultaneous
bilingual.

3- Which of the Ivorian popular language and Ivorian local languages has/have
more prestige in the Ivorian setting? justify your reasons ((5pts)
Answer: The most prestige language between the Ivorian Popular Language and Ivorian
Local Language is Ivorian Popular language. Ivorian Popular Language is used in the
education, administration, religion, institutions, or other public services, then it is more
superior to Ivorian Local Language. Local Language is restricted for home context.

4- To what extent is the linguistic diversity as an inherent property of human

languages? (5pts)
Answer: Linguistic diversity is an inherent property of human language because first of all,
linguistic diversity is a natural spread over the time and space. That is the natural frontiers or
environment factors. In sociolinguistic, linguistic diversity is linked to social factors. That is
social, economic and political organizations.