Do You Know The Origins Of English?
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Which individual is not an author?
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Robert MacNell
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Conan Doyle
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Robert McCrum
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William Cran
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The Story of English is a book dedicated to telling the whole story of English as a language. The book has been revised and paired with a mini series on television. It presents the records of English language in a stimulating and comprehensive form.
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In which year was the book first published?
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1986
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1987
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1988
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1985
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A. 1986Explanation
The book was first published in 1986.Rate this question:
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Which episode is titled 'An English Speaking World'?
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Episode 2
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Episode 3
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Episode 1
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Episode 4
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A. Episode 1Explanation
The correct answer is episode 1 because it is titled 'An English Speaking World'.Rate this question:
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Which was the last episode in the series?
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The Guid Scots Tongue
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Pioneers, O Pioneers!
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The Loaded Weapon
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Next Year's Words
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A. Next Year's WordsExplanation
The last episode in the series is "Next Year's Words" because it is mentioned as the answer option.Rate this question:
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Which episode is titled 'The Guid Scots Tongue'?
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Episode 4
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Episode 1
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Episode 6
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Episode 7
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A. Episode 4Explanation
The episode titled 'The Guid Scots Tongue' is episode 4.Rate this question:
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Which is the 5th episode of the book?
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Next Year's Words
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Black on White
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The Muvver Tongue
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A Muse of Fire
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A. Black on WhiteExplanation
The correct answer is "Black on White" because it is the fifth episode mentioned in the given options.Rate this question:
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Identify the 7th episode of the book.
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The Mother Tongue
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Pioneers, O Pioneers!
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The Muvver Tongue
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An English Speaking World
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A. The Muvver TongueExplanation
The correct answer is "The Muvver Tongue."Rate this question:
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Which episode of the book is titled 'The Loaded Weapon'?
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Episode 7
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Episode 9
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Episode 6
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Episode 8
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A. Episode 8Explanation
The correct answer is episode 8. This indicates that in the book, there is an episode titled 'The Loaded Weapon' and it is the eighth episode.Rate this question:
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What is the title of episode 3 of the book?
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A Muse of Fire
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Black on White
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The Mother Tongue
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The Loaded Weapon
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A. A Muse of FireExplanation
The correct answer is "A Muse of Fire". This title suggests that the episode may involve a powerful and inspiring source of creativity or passion. It implies that the episode may explore themes related to art, literature, or the spark of inspiration that drives individuals to create. The title also creates a sense of intrigue and curiosity, making it an engaging choice for an episode title.Rate this question:
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'Pioneers, O Pioneers' stands out as which episode of the book?
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Episode 4
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Episode 6
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Episode 5
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Episode 7
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A. Episode 5Explanation
'Pioneers, O Pioneers' is the fifth episode of the book.Rate this question:
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