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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12 English as a World Language.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 4, the author traces the development of English in what country?
(a) France
(b) Norway
(c) Spain
(d) United Kingdom

2. In what countries is English studied?
(a) Asia
(b) Europe
(c) Countries all over the world
(d) North America

3. Who is the Venerable Bede?
(a) A priest
(b) A bishop
(c) A rabbi
(d) A monk

4. What occurs when English speaking world leaders are forced to rely on translators?
(a) Decisions are postponed
(b) Lag in translation
(c) Errors in translation
(d) Gross misunderstandings

5. What can be spelled in a variety of ways?
(a) colloquialisms
(b) names
(c) adjectives
(d) adverbs

Short Answer Questions

1. When does modern English begin to emerge?

2. What brings some sort of uniformity to spelling and language?

3. What system allows English speakers to communicate efficiently in writing?

4. Who invades England in 1066?

5. For years, concern for spelling has been neglected over imposing what?

(see the answer key)

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