Which statement is not true about lesser-used languages? A) Even today, new languages are being identified and documented. B) Irish was once the principal language of Ireland, but after centuries of being a colony of the United Kingdom, Irish today is extinct. C) Cornish became extinct in the 18ᵗʰ century but revived in the 20ᵗʰ century. D) The number of languages in the world is declining. E) Around 100,000 people speak Scottish Gaelic.

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Irish is not extinct; it is still spoken, especially in regions known as the Gaeltacht, and it is an official language of Ireland.

Which Statement Is not True About Lesser-Used Languages