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After Mandarin Chinese and Spanish, which language has the third-most spoken native speakers?
After Mandarin Chinese and Spanish, which language has the third-most spoken native speakers?
- Arabic
- French
- Hindi
- English (correct)
Where did the speakers of English, called Anglophones, originate?
Where did the speakers of English, called Anglophones, originate?
- Early medieval England (correct)
- Ancient Rome
- Nordic countries
- Central Asia
How many sovereign states have English as an official language or one of the official languages?
How many sovereign states have English as an official language or one of the official languages?
- 75
- 59 (correct)
- 30
- 45
In how many international and regional organisations is English a co-official language?
In how many international and regional organisations is English a co-official language?
Who was the author of the story 'The Last Lesson'?
Who was the author of the story 'The Last Lesson'?
Which districts went under Prussian rule during the events of the story?
Which districts went under Prussian rule during the events of the story?
Which language is the most widely learned second language in the world?
Which language is the most widely learned second language in the world?
During which year was France captured by Bismarck led Prussian forces?
During which year was France captured by Bismarck led Prussian forces?
What subject was discontinued from being taught in the Lorraine and Alsace districts?
What subject was discontinued from being taught in the Lorraine and Alsace districts?
Who was not able to stay in his old school due to the events described in the story?
Who was not able to stay in his old school due to the events described in the story?
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Study Notes
Languages
- English has the third-most native speakers globally, after Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.
- English originated from Anglophones.
English Language Usage
- English is an official language or one of the official languages in over 60 sovereign states.
- English is a co-official language in many international and regional organisations.
The Last Lesson Story
- The author of 'The Last Lesson' is not specified in the text.
- During the story, the districts of Lorraine and Alsace went under Prussian rule.
- The subject of French was discontinued from being taught in these districts.
- Franz, the protagonist, was not able to stay in his old school due to these events.
Historical Events
- In 1871, France was captured by Bismarck-led Prussian forces.
- English is the most widely learned second language in the world.
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