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What is the most widely spoken native language in the world?
What is the most widely spoken native language in the world?
- English
- Spanish
- Mandarin Chinese (correct)
- Hindi
Which language has the most second-language speakers in the world?
Which language has the most second-language speakers in the world?
- Spanish
- English (correct)
- French
- Mandarin Chinese
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)
- 72
- 32
- 45
Which organization lists English as a co-official language?
Which organization lists English as a co-official language?
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Which ancient Germanic people is the namesake of the English language?
Which ancient Germanic people is the namesake of the English language?
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Which script is used to write Hindi?
Which script is used to write Hindi?
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Where is Hindi primarily spoken?
Where is Hindi primarily spoken?
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Which language serves as the lingua franca of the Hindi Belt region?
Which language serves as the lingua franca of the Hindi Belt region?
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What is the official language in nine states and three union territories of India?
What is the official language in nine states and three union territories of India?
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Which language is described as a standardised and Sanskritised register of the Hindustani language?
Which language is described as a standardised and Sanskritised register of the Hindustani language?
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