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Where did the Anglophones originate?
Where did the Anglophones originate?
- Early medieval England (correct)
- Medieval France
- Ancient Rome
- Viking Scandinavia
After Mandarin Chinese and Spanish, which language has the most native speakers?
After Mandarin Chinese and Spanish, which language has the most native speakers?
- Arabic
- English (correct)
- French
- Hindi
In how many sovereign states is English either the official language or one of the official languages?
In how many sovereign states is English either the official language or one of the official languages?
- 72
- 59 (correct)
- 45
- 32
Which international organization lists English as a co-official language?
Which international organization lists English as a co-official language?
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What is the most widely learned second language in the world?
What is the most widely learned second language in the world?
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Study Notes
English Language Facts
- The Anglophones originated from England.
Language Rankings
- English has the third most native speakers in the world, after Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.
Official Language Status
- English is an official language in at least 67 sovereign states.
International Organizations
- The United Nations lists English as one of its co-official languages.
Language Learning
- English is the most widely learned second language in the world.
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