Quiz on Global English

What does it mean to describe English as a “global language”?

• It is spoken only in Europe

• It has not changed for centuries

• It is widely used for international communication

• It is the only language used on the internet

Which two historical forces most contributed to the global spread of English?

• The French Revolution and the invention of the printing press

• The Industrial Revolution and the fall of Latin

• The British Empire and American global influence

• The Norman Conquest and the Black Death

What is a lingua franca?

• A dialect spoken by native speakers only

• A formal version of a national language

• A common language used by speakers of different native languages

• An extinct colonial language

Which of the following would be considered part of the “Inner Circle” of English?

• India

• Japan

• Nigeria

• Canada

In Kachru’s model, what characterizes the “Outer Circle”?

• Countries where English is rarely used

• Countries where English is an official or second language

• Countries with no English education

• Countries that use a creole instead of English

Which of the following is an example of a localized variety of English?

• Latin

• British Received Pronunciation

• Singlish

• Esperanto

What does the term "World Englishes" refer to?

• Incorrect English spoken by non-native speakers

• Local forms of English shaped by culture and context

• Simplified versions of English used for teaching

• English used only in literature and academia

What is one concern about the global dominance of English?

• It encourages bilingualism

• It limits internet access

• It may threaten local languages and linguistic diversity

• It replaces formal grammar with slang

Why do some people argue that English still carries colonial power?

• Because it is hard to learn

• Because native speakers control international standards

• Because it has too many dialects

• Because it is used mostly in rural areas

Which of the following best reflects a modern view of English in the world?

• Only British English is correct

• American English is superior

• English belongs to everyone who speaks it

• English should not be used outside native countries