E1.2(C): Foreign words used in English

The word "cliche" originates from which language?

• French

• Spanish

• Italian

• German

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What does the Latin phrase "carpe diem" mean?

• Seize the day

• Live and learn

• Love conquers all

• Time heals all wounds

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The term "persona" originates from which language?

• Greek

• Latin

• Italian

• Spanish

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What is the meaning of the French word "rendezvous"?

• To relax

• To gather

• To repair

• To meet

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The English word "ballet" has its roots in which language?

• Spanish

• Italian

• French

• Russian

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The Latin term "ad hoc" is commonly used to describe something that is:

• Planned in advance

• Improvised for a specific purpose

• Scientific in nature

• Historically significant

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What does the Greek word "philosophy" literally mean?

• Love of wisdom

• Knowledge of nature

• Study of stars

• Art of speaking

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The phrase "deja vu" is borrowed from which language?

• Italian

• Spanish

• French

• German

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The English word "amateur" is derived from the French word meaning:

• Expert

• Novice

• Professional

• Skilled

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The Latin term "et cetera" (etc.) is used to represent:

• And so on

• For example

• In conclusion

• Nevertheless

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