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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. Who lost control of the United Kingdom under Roman occupation?
(a) The Vikings
(b) The royal family
(c) Celtic tribes
(d) Germanic tribes

2. What language is used to communicate across borders?
(a) French
(b) Italian
(c) Japanese
(d) English

3. In what country does the printing revolution take place?
(a) France
(b) Ireland
(c) Wales
(d) England

4. What system allows English speakers to communicate efficiently in writing?
(a) Tonal
(b) Ebonic
(c) Phonetic
(d) Syllabic

5. Why do other languages borrow English words and expressions?
(a) To illustrate the conditions of modern life
(b) To become more international
(c) To become trendier
(d) To become more popular

Short Answer Questions

1. The English writing system developed from what?

2. In what countries is English studied?

3. What occurs when English speaking world leaders are forced to rely on translators?

4. Who establishes a large presence in Northern England in the year 850?

5. Which speakers are becoming a minority of single-language users around the world?

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