English Language Origins
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What is the origin of the name 'English'?

  • It is a combination of 'Eng' and 'Lish' meaning land of Angles
  • It originates from the ancient Germanic people called Angles (correct)
  • It is derived from the Old English word 'Englisc'
  • It comes from the Latin word 'Anglicus'

    • Where did Old English emerge from?

  • From Old Norse dialects in Scandinavia
  • From the Latin language spoken by the Romans
  • A group of West Germanic dialects spoken by the Anglo-Saxons (correct)
  • From a mix of Celtic and Germanic languages

    • What percentage of total speakers of the Germanic language branch does English account for?

  • Less than 30%
  • At least 70% (correct)
  • Around 50%
  • Exactly 100%

    • Which language has more second-language speakers than native speakers?

    <p>English</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In how many sovereign states is English either the official language or one of the official languages?

    <p>59</p> Signup and view all the answers

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