Question

which of the following statements correctly presents a position taken by those whose language is dying?
some parents care more about preserving their dying language than they do about making sure their children become literate in a world language.
some indigenous groups are concerned that loss of language will mean loss of access to traditional sources of religious power.
some indigenous speakers would like to see what was once a fully functioning mode of communication reduced to nothing but ceremonial use.
linguistics anthropologists should have nothing to do with language revitalization.

Explanation:

• Option 1: Parents usually prioritize children's literacy in a world language for better opportunities, so this is unlikely.
• Option 2: Indigenous groups often link language with cultural and religious aspects. Losing the language can mean losing access to traditional religious power sources as language is part of their cultural - religious heritage.
• Option 3: Indigenous speakers generally want to revitalize their language, not reduce it to just ceremonial use.
• Option 4: Linguistics anthropologists play an important role in language documentation and revitalization efforts.

Answer:

Some indigenous groups are concerned that loss of language will mean loss of access to traditional sources of religious power.