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What is the purpose of the language links on Wikipedia?

  • To change the language of the page (correct)
  • To view pages in different languages
  • To find the language of the page
  • To translate the page into different languages

What did the word 'Canary' originally refer to?

  • A bird species
  • A continent
  • A group of islands
  • An island (correct)

Where are the Canary Islands located?

  • In the Mediterranean Sea
  • Off the coast of South America
  • Off the coast of Africa (correct)
  • In the Caribbean Sea

What is the significance of the word 'Canary' in relation to the bird species?

<p>The bird species was named after the Canary Islands (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the etymology of the word 'Canary'?

<p>From the Spanish word 'canario' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current usage of the word 'Canary'?

<p>To refer to both the bird species and the Canary Islands (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following islands is not part of the Canary Islands?

<p>Ibiza (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the climate like in the Canary Islands?

<p>Temperate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main industry in the Canary Islands?

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Canary Islands Location

The Canary Islands are a group of islands located off the coast of Africa.

Canary Islands Climate

The Canary Islands are known for their mild and pleasant weather.

Canary Island Bird

The Canary Islands are named after the species of bird that lives there.

Canary Islands Industry

The Canary Islands are a popular tourist destination.

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Origin of "Canary"

The word "Canary" comes from the Spanish word "canario."

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Original Name: Canary Islands

The Canary Islands were originally referred to as the "Insulae Canariae."

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Canary - Bird and Islands

The Canary bird species was named after the Canary Islands. It refers to the bird and the islands.

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Current Use: Canary

The word "Canary" is currently used to refer to both the bird and the Islands.

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Wikipedia Language Links

Wikipedia allows switching the language of a page by clicking on a language link.

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