[音频]Use your notes to complete the summary of the lecture below. Then complete your summary with your partner's.Names are sometimes called a cultural ____1_________.In the United States, parents choose a first name, also known as a(n) ____2___ name, in a variety of ways. One way is to use the name of a(n) ____3____ or _____4______ member who has recently died. Another is to pass a name from one ____5____ to the next. Some parents choose a name that sounds __6_____ to them to help their child do well in the business world. Most parents, though, choose a name because ______7_____.The four categories of English-language surnames are: place names, ____8_______ , added names, and ___9_____ names. The most common occupation name is ____10______.
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What is the main reason given for the widespread use of English?[音频]
A. English is the most beautiful language in the world.
B. People need a common language in the world.
C. Many people use the Internet.
Which reason is not given to argue that English is a global language?[音频]
A. English is the main language used in many international situations.
B. English is the official language in many countries.
C. English is the only language used in international meetings.
According to the lecture, what is one reason why English should be considered a global language?[音频]
A. Everyone who speaks English uses it at home.
B. An estimated one billion people study English every year.
C. In the countries where English is the official language, most of the people speak it.
According to the lecture, what is one reason why English should not be considered a global language?[音频]
A. Many people who speak English are not fluent in it.
B. Other languages, such as French, are used at international business meetings.
C. Many people need to study English each year.