JAC Class 10 Science Quiz

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What is the subject and board mentioned in the text?

The subject is science and the board is NCERT class 10 and JAC board.

What class is the textbook for?

The textbook is for class 10.

Name one specific topic that might be covered in the textbook.

One specific topic that might be covered in the textbook is 'electricity and magnetism'.

What is the origin of the English language?

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What is the current status of English as a language?

<p>Modern English is the most spoken language in the world and the third-most spoken native language, as well as the most widely learned second language with more second-language speakers than native speakers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many sovereign states have English as an official language?

<p>English is either the official language or one of the official languages in 59 sovereign states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organizations have English as a co-official language?

<p>English is a co-official language of the United Nations, the European Union, and many other international and regional organisations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In how many countries is English the sole or dominant language for historical reasons?

<p>In some countries, English is the sole or dominant language for historical reasons without being explicitly defined by law, such as in the United States or United Kingdom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the English language?

<p>The English language originated from the Anglophones, who were early medieval inhabitants of England.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current status of English as a language?

<p>Modern English is the most spoken language in the world and the third-most spoken native language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many sovereign states have English as an official language?

<p>English is the official language in 59 sovereign states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organizations have English as a co-official language?

<p>English is a co-official language of the United Nations, the European Union, and many other international and regional organisations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In how many countries is English the sole or dominant language for historical reasons?

<p>In some other countries, it is the sole or dominant language for historical reasons without being explicitly defined by law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the English language?

<p>The English language originated from the ancient Germanic people known as the Angles, who migrated to the island of Great Britain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which language has the most speakers in the world?

<p>English is the most spoken language in the world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of English as a second language?

<p>English is the most widely learned second language in the world, with more second-language speakers than native speakers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many sovereign states have English as an official language?

<p>English is either the official language or one of the official languages in 59 sovereign states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which international organizations consider English as a co-official language?

<p>English is a co-official language of the United Nations, the European Union, and many other international and regional organisations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Textbook Subject & Board

Science textbook for class 10, following the NCERT and JAC board curriculum.

Textbook Grade Level

Textbook intended for students in the 10th grade.

Textbook Topic Example

A specific scientific field covered in the textbook.

Origin of English

Evolved in early medieval England from Germanic roots.

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English Today

Most spoken globally, 3rd most native speakers, widely learned.

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English as Official Language

It is the official language in 59 independent nations.

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English in Global Organizations

Co-official language in the United Nations and the European Union.

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Dominant Language Status

Dominant language due to historical use, even if not legally defined.

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Anglophones

Ancient Germanic people who lived in early medieval England.

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Most Spoken Language

Most spoken language worldwide.

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English as a Second Language

The most studied second language with more non-native than native speakers.

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Official language in?

59 sovereign states

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Co-official Language?

The UN and the EU.

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Who?

The Angles

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Which Language?

English

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Second?

English

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How Many?

59

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Which organizations?

The EU and UN

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Study Notes

Origin and History of English

  • English is a West Germanic language in the Indo-European language family.
  • Speakers of English, called Anglophones, originated in early medieval England.
  • The language is named after the Angles, an ancient Germanic people who migrated to Great Britain.

Global Reach and Usage

  • Modern English is the most spoken language in the world.
  • It is the third-most spoken native language, after Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.
  • English has more second-language speakers than native speakers, making it the most widely learned second language.

Official Language Status

  • English is an official language in 59 sovereign states, including India, Ireland, and Canada.
  • It is the sole or dominant language in some countries, such as the United States and United Kingdom, due to historical reasons.
  • English is a co-official language of the United Nations, the European Union, and many other international and regional organizations.

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