English Language
English is a West Germanic language originating in
England, and the first language for most people in Australia, Canada, the
Commonwealth Caribbean, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United
States of America (also commonly known as the Anglosphere). It is used
extensively as a second language and as an official language throughout the
world, especially in Commonwealth countries such as India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan
and South Africa, and in many international organisations.
Modern English is sometimes described as the global lingua franca. English is the dominant international language in communications, science, business, aviation, entertainment, radio and diplomacy. The influence of the British Empire is the primary reason for the initial spread of the language far beyond the British Isles. Following World War II, the growing economic and cultural influence of the United States has significantly accelerated the spread of the language. On an average school day approximately one billion people are learning English in one form or another.
A working knowledge of English is required in certain fields, professions, and occupations. As a result over a billion people speak English at least at a basic level. English is one of six official languages of the United Nations.
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about the text
1. The tournament
takes place every four years.
True.False.We don't know.
2. In 1942 the
World Cup was not played.
True.False.We don't know.
True.False.We don't know.
3. There are 32
teams playing the World Cup.
True.False.We don't know.
True.False.We don't know.
4. Only eight
nations have ever won the championship.
True.False.We don't know.
True.False.We don't know.
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