What do all languages have in common?
A) They are based on inherited symbols and signals.
B) They assemble sounds in meaningful ways.
C) They originated in Europe during Paleolithic times.
D) They evolved from a common language in the Middle East.

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All languages assemble sounds in meaningful ways to create words, sentences, and meanings. This is the fundamental characteristic of language, regardless of its origin or structure.

Answer: A, B (if choosing more than one) 
 All languages are based on inherited symbols and signals, which are then assembled into meaningful words and sentences through a system of sounds and grammar. However, this is not as fundamental to language as the ability to assemble sounds in meaningful ways.

Answer: C, D 
 These statements are not accurate. While many languages may have originated in Europe or the Middle East, this is not true for all languages. Additionally, the origin of languages is a topic of much debate and speculation, and there is no consensus on a single "common language."

What Do All Languages Have in Common