10 Questions
According to Prince Charles, what does he mean by 'English English'?
Prince Charles means British English when he refers to 'English English'.
What is Prince Charles' opinion about American English?
Prince Charles considers American English to be 'very corrupting' and believes that it has introduced 'all sorts of nouns and verbs and make words that shouldn't be'.
What is the main concern expressed by many people regarding the English language?
Many people have been quietly bemoaning the slow death of 'proper' English and are concerned about the changes taking place in British English.
What fact supports the argument that American words and expressions have been introduced into British English?
The fact that American words and expressions have been introduced into British English is supported by the establishment of the first colonies in North America.
How does the text suggest that defenders of the Queen's English might react to learning about the influence of American English on British English?
The text suggests that defenders of the Queen's English would probably be surprised to learn just how much of their vocabulary originated from American English.
According to Prince Charles, what language does he believe should maintain its position as the world language?
English
What did Prince Charles refer to as 'very corrupting'?
American English
What did Prince Charles claim that American English speakers have invented?
All sorts of nouns and verbs and make words that shouldn’t be
What is the attitude towards the changes taking place in British English, according to the text?
Blaming the Americans for the changes
What is a fact about the influence of American English on British English?
American words and expressions have been introduced into British English since the first colonies were established in North America
Test your knowledge of British English and American English with this quiz. Explore the differences in vocabulary, spelling, and grammar, and discover whether one is more "proper" than the other. Brush up on your language skills and see how well you know the nuances between these two variations of English.
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