5 Questions
Where did the speakers of English, called Anglophones, originate from in early medieval England?
The Angles, one of the ancient Germanic peoples that migrated to the island of Great Britain.
What is the ranking of Modern English in terms of the most spoken native languages in the world?
The third-most spoken native language, after Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.
How many sovereign states have English as the official language or as one of the official languages?
English is either the official language or one of the official languages in 59 sovereign states.
In how many sovereign states is English the sole or dominant language for historical reasons without being explicitly defined by law?
In some other countries, it is the sole or dominant language for historical reasons without being explicitly defined by law in countries like the United States or United Kingdom.
In addition to being the most spoken language in the world, what other significant status does Modern English hold?
It is also the most widely learned second language in the world, with more second-language speakers than native speakers.
Test your knowledge of the English language's history, grammar, and vocabulary with this engaging quiz. From its Germanic roots to its global dominance, challenge yourself with questions on English language trivia.
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