Dialects developed within England primarily because
A) different Germanic invaders settled in different regions.
B) the Normans invaded from the south.
C) the Viking invaders did not remain long in England.
D) British Received Pronunciation became the standard dialect.
E) commerce developed more slowly in England than on the European continent.

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Different Germanic invaders settled in different regions, leading to the development of distinct dialects within England. For example, Old Norse words are still used in Northern English dialects, reflecting the influence of Viking invaders.

Dialects Developed Within England Primarily Because