34 Questions
Which economic activity involves the processing of natural resources?
Secondary activities
What percentage of the world's population is engaged in agricultural activity?
50%
What is another term for growing crops and rearing livestock?
Agriculture
What is the main focus of intensive subsistence agriculture?
Farming on small plots with simple tools and more labor
Which sector provides support to the primary and secondary activities through services?
Tertiary sector
Which farming practice involves the use of organic manure and natural pesticides instead of chemicals?
Organic farming
What distinguishes subsistence farming from commercial farming?
Scale of production
In which regions is intensive subsistence agriculture prevalent?
Monsoon regions of south, southeast, and east Asia
What are some common outputs of the farm system mentioned in the text?
Dairy and poultry products
Which type of agriculture involves cultivation of grapes?
Viticulture
What is the origin of the English language according to the text?
From Anglo-Saxon tribes speaking Old English
Which of the following contributed to the development of the English language?
French and Latin influences
What distinguishes American English from British English?
Varying pronunciations, vocabulary, and grammar
Which aspect of English grammar is highlighted in the text as unique?
Subject-verb agreement
How many words are estimated to be in the English vocabulary according to the text?
500,000 words
Which languages influenced the evolution of the English language?
German and Dutch
What contributes to the continual growth and evolution of the English language?
Borrowing words from other languages
Which feature is NOT mentioned as unique to English writing in the text?
Complex alphabetical order
What is emphasized as necessary for learning a language in the text?
Patience and practice
Which authors are specifically mentioned in the text as contributing to English's literary heritage?
William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, and Charles Dickens
What types of resources are available for those interested in learning English according to the text?
Language schools, online courses, books, and apps
What is described as a unique opportunity presented by English in the text?
Expansion of horizons for personal development
During which period did Old French have a significant impact on the English language?
Middle English period
Which Germanic tribes contributed to the shaping of early English in England?
Angles and Saxons
What characterized English during the Renaissance period?
Spread to North America and Australia
Which linguistic family does English belong to?
Germanic
What major global event contributed to the spread of English across different continents?
Age of Exploration
Which period marked the introduction of new words, expressions, and dialects into the English language?
Middle English period
What major historical events significantly influenced the evolution and spread of the English language?
The Industrial Revolution and British colonization
Which aspect of English's adaptability is exemplified by creole languages?
Its ability to create new linguistic forms through blending
What distinguishes American English from British English in terms of language variations?
Pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar rules
Why is English considered crucial in facilitating global communication according to the text?
Because it is the language of science and business
Which statement best describes the role of English literature as discussed in the text?
It connects people from diverse backgrounds and challenges readers
How does Modern English differ from Early Modern English?
Modern English exhibits standardization of spelling, vocabulary expansion, and grammar consolidation
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