Latin Language Facts that May Surprise You (Video Quiz)

Where did the first whispers of Latin date back to?

• First millennium BC

• Fourth millennium BC

• Third millennium BC

• Second millennium BC

Which form of Latin was used by Cicero and Virgil?

• Classical Latin

• Vulgar Latin

• Medieval Latin

• Renaissance Latin

What percentage of English words have Latin roots?

• 30%

• 40%

• 60%

• 50%

How many grammatical cases does Latin have?

• Seven

• Six

• Five

• Four

Which language is NOT a Romance language that evolved from Vulgar Latin?

• Spanish

• Italian

• French

• German

What is the official language of the Vatican City?

• Italian

• English

• Latin

• Greek

During which period did Latin become the lingua franca of Europe?

• Renaissance

• Middle Ages

• Modern Era

• Ancient Rome

Which famous phrase did Captain Kirk from Star Trek utter?

• In vino veritas

• E pluribus unum

• Carpe diem

• Veni, vidi, vici

Which language shares grammatical similarities with Latin?

• German

• Spanish

• Greek

• French

Which of the following is a term used in legal jargon that has Latin roots?

• Habeas Corpus

• Eureka

• Alma Mater

• Ad hoc