The adoption of an official language can create tensions between people who speak different dialects, leading to conflict.
Stark cultural differences between dialect groups often lead to violent clashes as one group seeks independence.
The development of pidgin languages creates tension between dialect groups that can lead to political* competition.
Despite speaking the same language, regional dialects can reinforce cultural differences and influence migration.
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The best option that analyzes how language can be a divisive force in states where most people speak the same language is:
Despite speaking the same language, regional dialects can reinforce cultural differences and influence migration.
This option highlights how even within a common linguistic framework, variations in dialect can create cultural distinctions that may lead to social divisions and impact patterns of movement within a population.
