The Ultimate English Language Quiz
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The Ultimate English Language Quiz

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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?

  • United States (correct)
  • India
  • Ireland
  • Canada

    • 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?

    <p>59</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which international organization lists English as a co-official language?

    <p>United Nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a function of gerunds in a sentence?

    <p>Subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the order of adjectives, which type of adjective usually comes first?

    <p>Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When comparing adverbs, which form is used for adverbs ending in -ly?

    <p>More + adverb</p> Signup and view all the answers

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