Question

Best support a rationale for the similarities between ancient writing and present-day English alphabet symbols ?

Answer 1

Based on the chart, which of the following best supports a rationale for the similarities between ancient writing and present-day English alphabet symbols?

A. all systems of writing begin with common characters that are developed independently.

B. Cultural diffusion provides a way for the spread of ideas between civilizations over time.

C. The Phoenician alphabet became the basis for all written language and influenced Canaanite writing.

D. The greek alphabet is the basis for Phoenician writing and it spread through cultural diffusion.

Answer:

C. The Phoenician alphabet became the basis for all written language and influenced Canaanite writing.

Explanation:

The correct answer is "The Phoenician alphabet became the basis for all written language and influenced Canaanite writing." This is because

The Phoenician alphabet sometimes referred to as Proto-Canaanite script, was originated in the Sinai Peninsula around the 15th century BC to describe the Egyptian hieroglyphs.

It is generally regarded as the father of most modern alphabets, such as Greek, Latin (in which the English Language evolved from), and some others.