English Language History and Influence

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What is the most widely learned second language in the world?

  • English (correct)
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Mandarin Chinese

In how many sovereign states is English either the official language or one of the official languages?

  • 81
  • 42
  • 59 (correct)
  • 73

What percentage of total speakers of the Germanic language branch does English account for?

  • 70% (correct)
  • 50%
  • 60%
  • 80%

Which language emerged from a group of West Germanic dialects spoken by the Anglo-Saxons?

<p>Old English (B)</p>
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Which North Germanic language lent some grammar and core vocabulary to Late Old English?

<p>Old Norse (C)</p>
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