English Language History and Influence
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What is the origin of the name of the English language?

  • The Angles, one of the ancient Germanic peoples (correct)
  • The Saxons, a group of West Germanic dialects
  • The Celts, the indigenous people of Great Britain
  • The Normans, who invaded England in 1066
  • Which language has the most spoken native speakers in the world?

  • Spanish
  • Mandarin Chinese (correct)
  • Hindi
  • English
  • In how many sovereign states is English either the official language or one of the official languages?

  • 42
  • 37
  • 59 (correct)
  • 66
  • What percentage of total speakers of the Germanic language branch does English account for?

    <p>At least 70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is English considered as in international trade, tourism, and aviation?

    <p>The de facto language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the closest living relative of English?

    <p>Frisian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which language influenced the development of English in the British Isles?

    <p>Norman French</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To which linguistic clade does English belong?

    <p>West Germanic languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which language shares strong affinities with English, especially with its earlier stages?

    <p>Dutch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theory suggests that English can be considered a mixed language or a creole?

    <p>The Middle English creole hypothesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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