English Language and Literature
What is the origin of the English language?
The English language originated in medieval England, being derived from Old Germanic.
What is the formula of the 1st Conditional?
If + verb in Present Simple, will + Verb in infinitive.
Who composed and interpreted the song which includes these song lines?
You may say I'm a dreamer
But I'm not the only one
I hope someday you'll join us
And the world will be as one.
It’s John Lennon.
Who is the present former monarch of Great Britain?
It is King George VI.
What event had a major impact on the development of the English language in the Middle Ages?
It was the Norman Conquest of 1066.
How do the verbs in Present Perfect and Past Simple change in Reported Speech?
They change into Past Simple form.
What is the name of British singer whose song Skyfall had got The Oscar and The Golden Globe awards?
It’s Adele.
How many children did Queen Elizabeth have?
She had four children.
Who was Geoffrey Chaucer and what was his contribution to the English language?
Geoffrey Chaucer was a 14th-century poet known for his work The Canterbury Tales.
What verb would you use in phrases “…hello”, “…something”, “…to me”?
The verb is “to say”.
In which country was George Michael born?
He was born in Greece.
Where did Prince William and Kate Middleton meet?
They met each other at the university.
How many countries does the English-speaking world include?
The English-speaking world comprises the 88 countries and territories in which English is an official, administrative, or cultural language.
What is the formula of expressing a regret?
…wish + verb in Present Perfect.
Freddie Mercury was the frontman of a very popular music band. What was the band’s name?
It was the “Queen”.
How many grandchildren does King Charles have?
He has five grandchildren – George, Charlotte, Louis, Archie and Lilibet.
What were the main sources of lexical borrowings in English?
The main sources of lexical borrowings in English included Latin, French, and other European languages.
Change the sentences “So you've uploaded your CV, and you've been offered a job interview. One of the most common interview questions you might be asked is ‘why do you want this job?’ or 'why did you choose our company?'.” into Passive Voice where possible.
So your CV have been uploaded, and you've been offered a job interview. One of the most common interview questions you might be asked is ‘why is this job wanted by you?’ or 'why was our company chosen by you?'.
Was the British singer Amy Winehouse included in The 27 Club?
Yes, she was.
Which castle or palace serves as the official residence of the monarch?
It’s The Buckingham Palace.