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What is the origin of the name 'English'?
What is the origin of the name 'English'?
- It comes from the Latin word 'Anglicus'
- It originates from the Old English word 'Englisc'
- It is derived from the ancient Germanic tribe, the Angles (correct)
- It is a combination of 'Engel' and 'land' in Old English
Which language has the most native speakers, following Mandarin Chinese and Spanish?
Which language has the most native speakers, following Mandarin Chinese and Spanish?
- Bengali
- Arabic (correct)
- Portuguese
- Hindi
Where is English not explicitly defined as an official language by law?
Where is English not explicitly defined as an official language by law?
- United States (correct)
- Ireland
- India
- United Kingdom
What percentage of total speakers does English account for in the Germanic language branch?
What percentage of total speakers does English account for in the Germanic language branch?
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Which group of people spoke the West Germanic dialects that led to the emergence of Old English?
Which group of people spoke the West Germanic dialects that led to the emergence of Old English?
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Where is Kannada primarily spoken?
Where is Kannada primarily spoken?
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What is the status of Kannada in India?
What is the status of Kannada in India?
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Which script is used to write the Kannada language?
Which script is used to write the Kannada language?
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During which dynasty did literary Old Kannada flourish?
During which dynasty did literary Old Kannada flourish?
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How long has Kannada literature been attested epigraphically?
How long has Kannada literature been attested epigraphically?
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