The extent to which the dialects are spoken varies according to a number of factors: In Northern Germany, dialects are less common than in the South. In cities, dialects are less common than on the countryside. In a public environment, dialects are less common than in a familiar environment. COUNT 5
QSN1 In what geographic part of Germany are dialects more common? ANS1 South QSN2 In what geographic part of Germany are dialects less frequently seen? ANS2 Northern Germany QSN3 Dialects are more frequently seen in the countryside as compared to what population centers? ANS3 cities QSN4 In what environment are dialects less common? ANS4 public QSN5 In what environment are dialects more frequently heard? ANS5 familiar