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What is the origin of the name of the English language?
What is the origin of the name of the English language?
- It is derived from the Angles, an ancient Germanic people (correct)
- It is derived from the Jutes, an ancient Germanic people
- It is derived from the Saxons, an ancient Germanic people
- It is derived from the Vikings, an ancient Germanic people
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)
- Ireland
- India
- United Kingdom
Which language has the most native speakers, after English?
Which language has the most native speakers, after English?
- Arabic
- Mandarin Chinese (correct)
- Spanish
- Hindi
Which organization recognizes English as a co-official language?
Which organization recognizes English as a co-official language?
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What percentage of total speakers of the Germanic language branch does English account for?
What percentage of total speakers of the Germanic language branch does English account for?
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