English Language Origins and Influence Quiz
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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?

  • 59 (correct)
  • 78
  • 15
  • 22
  • 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?

    <p>West Germanic dialects spoken by the Anglo-Saxons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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

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