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What is the status of English as a second language?
What is the status of English as a second language?
- It is not commonly spoken as a second language.
- It is spoken by more native speakers than any other language.
- It is the most widely learned second language in the world. (correct)
- It is mainly spoken in Western Europe.
In how many sovereign states is English either the official language or one of the official languages?
In how many sovereign states is English either the official language or one of the official languages?
- 59 (correct)
- 78
- 15
- 22
Which organization recognizes English as a co-official language?
Which organization recognizes English as a co-official language?
- European Union
- World Health Organization
- International Monetary Fund
- United Nations (correct)
From which group of dialects did Old English emerge?
From which group of dialects did Old English emerge?
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What percentage of total speakers of the Germanic language branch does English account for?
What percentage of total speakers of the Germanic language branch does English account for?
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