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Test For Unit iLEARN SMART WORLD 9 Trang Seq/Seq Despite its widespread use, English continues to evolve. Different regions have developed their own varieties, including British English, American English, Australian English, and others. In addition, English borrows words from many languages, which makes it a dynamic and constantly changing language. Question 31. According to the passage, why is English widely spoken in the world? A. It is only spoken in countries where it is the official language. B. It is used for international communication and business. C. People everywhere learn English because it is easy. D. English has never changed over time. Question 32. Approximately how many people speak English to some degree? A. 500 million B. 1 billion C. 1.5 billion D. 2 billion Question 33. Which of the following factors helped spread English historically? A. The internet B. Globalization C. The British Empire’s expansion D. Modern technology Question 34. How do different regions contribute to the English language? A. They do not change it at all. B. They create new varieties like American English or Australian English. C. They stop people from learning English. D. They only use English in schools. Question 35. Why is proficiency in English considered important today? A. It allows people to communicate internationally. B. It prevents people from learning other languages. C. It is required only for science subjects. D. It is only useful in British colonies. Question 36. What does the passage suggest about English words? A. They have never changed. B. They come only from British origins. C. They borrow words from many languages. D. They are the same in every country. Four phrases/sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 37 to 40. English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Its influence can be seen not only in countries where it is the official language but also in many nations where it is learned as a foreign language. Historically, the British Empire played a major role in spreading English to different continents. (37) ________. Today, English is widely used in international communication, business, and science. As English continues to evolve, it has developed many regional varieties. (38) ________. In addition, it borrows words from other languages, which keeps it dynamic and constantly changing.