10 Questions
After Mandarin Chinese and Spanish, which language has the third-most spoken native speakers?
English
Where did the speakers of English, called Anglophones, originate?
Early medieval England
How many sovereign states have English as an official language or one of the official languages?
59
In how many international and regional organisations is English a co-official language?
Many
Who was the author of the story 'The Last Lesson'?
Alphonse Daudet
Which districts went under Prussian rule during the events of the story?
Lorraine and Alsace
Which language is the most widely learned second language in the world?
English
During which year was France captured by Bismarck led Prussian forces?
1870
What subject was discontinued from being taught in the Lorraine and Alsace districts?
French
Who was not able to stay in his old school due to the events described in the story?
M. Hamel
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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