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What defines a global language?. A language that is only spoken in one country. A language widely used for international communication. A language with no native speakers. A language exclusive to a particular profession.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a language that may NOT become global?. It is only spoken in one country. It has a wide range of vocabulary. It is used in international media. It is part of educational systems worldwide.

Which characteristic is often associated with a global language?. Rigid grammar rules. Cultural adaptability. Limited vocabulary. Exclusivity to one region.

What role does trade play in the spread of a global language?. It limits communication. It encourages the development of a common language. It has no impact. It makes communication more complex.

Which of the following is not a benefit of learning English through technology?. Interaction with native speakers. Instruction exclusively in person. Flexibility in scheduling. Access to a variety of resources.

How can online interaction with native and non-native speakers benefit English learners?. It guarantees perfect pronunciation immediately. It exposes learners to varied accents, vocabulary, and communicative styles. It limits learners to one cultural perspective. It avoids authentic communication.

What do Jenkins and Seidlhofer primarily study?. The development of dialects. The Spanish language worldwide. Phonology and lexicogrammar in English as a Lingua Franca. The history of grammar.

A policymaker argues that English should remain central in higher education because it provides access to international opportunities. Critics worry this may marginalize local languages. Which response best reflects a balanced EIL approach?. Limiting English instruction only to elite institutions. Prioritizing English while eliminating local languages from academic settings. Promoting multilingual policies where English coexists with local languages in education. Rejecting English completely to preserve cultural identity.

A bilingual teacher notices that students increasingly associate intelligence and professionalism only with English-speaking cultures. Which classroom strategy would best address this issue?. Replacing local literature with English-only materials. Encouraging students to avoid using their first language during discussions. Focusing exclusively on native-speaker pronunciation standards. Highlighting the value of multilingualism and diverse cultural perspectives.

A linguistics student compares Australian English and New Zealand English and notices differences in vocabulary and pronunciation despite their similar colonial origins. Which interpretation is most accurate?. Linguistic identity evolves differently according to local historical and cultural experiences. The two countries intentionally created separate languages through government policy. Geographic isolation prevents any linguistic variation from emerging. Colonial languages remain permanently unchanged after settlement.

What is one way that English has impacted globalization?. By promoting only local languages. By serving as a common medium for communication. By reducing the number of languages spoken. By limiting access to information.

In how many countries is English the official language?. Over 30 countries. Over 50 countries. Over 40 countries. Over 20 countries.

What is the approximate number of native English speakers are there in the world?. 1 million. 375 million. 2 billion. 750 million.

Which languages were prominent in medicine at the beginning of the 20th century?. English and Spanish. French and Italian. German, French, and English. Latin and Greek.

What role does English play in international business?. It is the dominant lingua franca. It is only used in English-speaking countries. It is less important than other languages. It is not used in business.

Why is English important in international digital communication?. It prevents intercultural communication. It has replaced all other languages on the internet. It is used only by native English speakers online. It often works as a common language for users from different countries.

A university professor notices that students from rural communities struggle with academic English because most research materials are available only in English. Some students begin participating less in class discussions despite understanding the content conceptually. Which strategy would best promote inclusion while maintaining academic standards?. Assessing students only through multiple-choice grammar tests. Reducing course complexity so students can avoid academic English texts. Replacing all international sources with local simplified summaries. Providing scaffolding strategies such as bilingual glossaries, guided reading tasks, and collaborative discussion.

What is the main characteristic of the "Expanding Circle"?. Countries where English is taught as a foreign language. Countries with high levels of native English speakers. Countries where English is a native language. Countries where English is an official language.

Which of the following is not a benefit of learning English through technology?. Instruction exclusively in person. Interaction with native speakers. Access to a variety of resources. Flexibility in scheduling.

An international company adopts English as its working language even though most employees are non-native speakers. Which outcome is most likely from an EIL perspective?. English will function as a shared communicative bridge among multilingual professionals. Employees will automatically adopt British cultural values. Local languages will disappear immediately in professional contexts. Native English speakers will always communicate more effectively than bilingual professionals.