Which of the following is an example of a pidgin language that has helped create a sense of cultural identity? ( 1 point )

Question

Which of the following is an example of a pidgin language that has helped create a sense of cultural identity? ( 1 point )

A.) French becomes the official language of Quebec

B.) the emergence of a new Bavarian dialect

C.) a language that blends Hawaiian and English

D.) an area in Spain that encourages the use of Basque

Answer 1

C.) a language that blends Hawaiian and English

This option refers to Hawaiian Pidgin, also known as Hawaiʻi Creole English or HCE, which is an English-based pidgin language spoken in Hawaiʻi. It has its own syntax and vocabulary and has played a significant role in the local culture, helping to create a sense of cultural identity among its speakers. It emerged on the sugarcane plantations as a form of communication among the diverse groups of workers.