As a result of political and territorial consolidation and domination, bilingualism was very common in antiquity. which of the following was the result of conquered groups overthrown by ancient conquerors in regard to languages?
a. linguistic tolerance was favored that impacted linguistic diversity. b. the languages of conquered groups were eradicated and replaced by the dominant language.
c. conquered groups shared a common language.
d. one or more language groups created formal schooling to instruct their citizens in the multiple dialects that were developed.