When reading old posts on Lindsey Noble's blog (a new treat I discovered this morning) I ran across a post about regional differences in vocabulary, like backpack vs book bag. And Coke vs. all the other incorrect words. The best part. She posted a link to this map:
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
I call it Coke!
Posted by Sarah Gail at 6:54 AM
Labels: coke, kentucky, lindsey nobles, Shelby County
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My old roommate, Sarah (Michigan) and I (Washington) - both say "pop" and we used this map a couple years ago to demonstrate to the world at large that we are RIGHT! because the majority of people say it. :)
omg, I LOVE this map!!
-mere
Awesome map, Sarah! I want to know what the "other" names are...and what's up with all the variety in Alaska. Thanks for sharing!
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