Introduction to Geography: People, Places, and Environment, Global Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-29206-126-X
ISBN 13: 978-1-29206-126-9

Chapter 8 - Languages and Religions - Review and Discussion Questions - Page 363: 2

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In sub-Saharan Africa, the difference between official languages and the languages actually spoken is significant because many countries are linguistically diverse, with numerous indigenous languages spoken by various ethnic groups. European colonial powers imposed their languages as official languages during colonial times, which continue to be used in administration, education, and media. However, people often prefer to use their native languages for daily communication, leading to a divergence between official and spoken languages.
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