Where is Martha's Vineyard located?

Quiz on Martha's Vineyard

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English
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11th Grade
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Ashley Gillings
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Off the coast of California
Three miles off New England
Near the Florida Keys
In the Gulf of Mexico
Answer explanation
Martha's Vineyard is located three miles off the coast of New England, specifically in the Atlantic Ocean, making this the correct choice among the options provided.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the permanent population of Martha's Vineyard?
10,000
6,000
20,000
15,000
Answer explanation
The permanent population of Martha's Vineyard is approximately 6,000. This figure reflects the year-round residents, making it the correct choice among the options provided.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How much does the population increase during the summer on Martha's Vineyard?
It doubles
It triples
It is five times the winter population
It remains the same
Answer explanation
During the summer, Martha's Vineyard experiences a significant population increase due to tourism, reaching up to five times the winter population. This highlights the island's appeal as a summer destination.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main finding of Labov's study?
Linked to economic status
Linked to group identity
Linked to educational background
Linked to geographical location
Answer explanation
Labov's study primarily found that language use is closely linked to group identity, highlighting how social factors influence linguistic variation rather than just economic or educational backgrounds.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary method Labov used to gather data?
Surveys
Interviews
Experiments
Observations
Answer explanation
Labov primarily used interviews to gather data, allowing for in-depth exploration of language use and social factors. This method provided rich qualitative insights, distinguishing it from surveys, experiments, or observations.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main characteristic of the Chilmark fishermen?
They were known for their hospitality
They epitomized traditional values
They were primarily tourists
They were new to the island
Answer explanation
The Chilmark fishermen epitomized traditional values, reflecting a deep connection to their heritage and the practices of fishing that have been passed down through generations, distinguishing them from tourists or newcomers.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of the diphthongs /au/ and /ai/ in Labov's study?
They were the most common sounds in English
They were not unique to Martha's Vineyard
They represented local speech patterns
They were irrelevant to the study
Answer explanation
In Labov's study, the diphthongs /au/ and /ai/ were significant as they represented local speech patterns, highlighting the unique linguistic features of Martha's Vineyard and how they reflected the community's identity.
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