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What is the most widely learned second language in the world?
What is the most widely learned second language in the world?
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
- English (correct)
- French
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?
- 42
- 25
- 59 (correct)
- 15
Which language emerged from a group of West Germanic dialects spoken by the Anglo-Saxons?
Which language emerged from a group of West Germanic dialects spoken by the Anglo-Saxons?
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
- English (correct)
- Old Norse
What is the de facto language of diplomacy, science, international trade, tourism, aviation, entertainment and the internet?
What is the de facto language of diplomacy, science, international trade, tourism, aviation, entertainment and the internet?
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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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