Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is the origin of the name 'English'?
What is the origin of the name 'English'?
- It is a combination of 'Engel' and 'land' meaning 'land of the Angles'
- It comes from the Latin word 'Anglicus'
- It is derived from the name of the Angles, an ancient Germanic people (correct)
- It originated from the term 'Englisc' in Old English
Where is English NOT an official language?
Where is English NOT an official language?
- India
- Canada
- United States (correct)
- Ireland
Which language has more native speakers than English?
Which language has more native speakers than English?
- Arabic
- Hindi
- Mandarin Chinese (correct)
- Spanish
Where is English a co-official language?
Where is English a co-official language?
Which is the most widely learned second language in the world?
Which is the most widely learned second language in the world?
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying