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What is the origin of the name 'English'?
What is the origin of the name 'English'?
- It comes from the Latin word 'Anglicus'
- It originates from the word 'Englaland' meaning 'land of the Angles'
- It is derived from the name of the Angles, an ancient Germanic people (correct)
- It is based on the term 'Englisch' from Old Norse
Where did modern English originate?
Where did modern English originate?
- Early medieval England (correct)
- Scandinavia
- Ancient Rome
- Medieval France
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?
- Around 50%
- At least 70% (correct)
- Exactly 90%
- Less than 30%
Which language heavily influenced Late Old English in terms of grammar and core vocabulary?
Which language heavily influenced Late Old English in terms of grammar and core vocabulary?
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Where is English not an official language but is widely spoken due to historical reasons?
Where is English not an official language but is widely spoken due to historical reasons?
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