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What is the origin of the name 'English'?
What is the origin of the name 'English'?
- It is derived from the Angles, one of the ancient Germanic peoples (correct)
- It is a combination of 'Engel' and 'land'
- It comes from the Latin word 'Anglicus'
- It is named after a prominent English scholar
Where is English the sole or dominant language for historical reasons without being explicitly defined by law?
Where is English the sole or dominant language for historical reasons without being explicitly defined by law?
- United States (correct)
- India
- Ireland
- Canada
Which language has the most spoken native speakers after English?
Which language has the most spoken native speakers after English?
- Hindi
- Arabic
- Spanish
- Mandarin Chinese (correct)
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?
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Which international organization lists English as a co-official language?
Which international organization lists English as a co-official language?
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Which of the following is a function of gerunds in a sentence?
Which of the following is a function of gerunds in a sentence?
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In the order of adjectives, which type of adjective usually comes first?
In the order of adjectives, which type of adjective usually comes first?
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When comparing adverbs, which form is used for adverbs ending in -ly?
When comparing adverbs, which form is used for adverbs ending in -ly?
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