One aspect of linguistic history is language loss. When a language disappears,
A. historical linguists have confirmation that language is also a victim of evolutionary forces.
B. cultural diversity is reduced as well.
C. less strain is put on the educational system, because it has less language diversity to deal with.
D. so does pride in one's heritage.
E. humanity is that much closer to global integration.
Answer: B
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