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The English language has a long and interesting history. It started more than 1,500 years ago when Germanic tribes came to Britain. These tribes spoke a language called Old English. Over time, English changed (1)__________ different influences. For example, in the 11th century, the Normans invaded England and brought French words into English. This mix of languages created Middle English. Later, during the Renaissance, many Latin and Greek words were added to English, making it richer. This is (2)__________ Modern English began.

English continued to grow because of exploration and trade. British people traveled to many countries and brought their (3)__________ with them. Today, English is spoken all over the world. It is the (4)__________ language in many countries, like the USA, Canada, Australia, and India. English is also used in business, science, and the internet. This makes it a global language.

The history of English shows how it has changed and adapted over time. It has borrowed words from many other languages, like French, Latin, and Greek. This is why English has so many words today. Learning English can be challenging, but it is also very useful. It helps people communicate (5)__________ others from different countries and cultures. English is a living language, and it will continue to change in the future.

(Adapted from: https://www.oxfordinternationalenglish.com)

Question 1: A. due to                         B. because                  C. although                 D. despite

Question 2: A. which                 B. when                 C. whose                 D. whom

Question 3: A. immigrant                   B. standard                  C. language                  D. model  

Question 4: A. borrowed                B. official                 C. first                  D. second  

Question 5: A. for                        B. on                         C. to                        D. with

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