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What is the origin of the name 'English'?
What is the origin of the name 'English'?
- It is based on the Old Norse word 'Englisc'
- It originates from the term 'Englaland' meaning 'land of the Angles'
- It comes from the Latin word 'Anglicus'
- It is derived from the name of the Angles, an ancient Germanic people (correct)
Which language has the most native speakers after English?
Which language has the most native speakers after English?
- French
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish (correct)
- 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)
- United Kingdom
- Ireland
- India
Which organization considers English as a co-official language?
Which organization considers English as a co-official language?
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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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