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1 English-speaking countries

2 Most people whose mother tongue is English live in
The United States of America(215 million) The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (61 million) Canada (18.2 million) Australia (15.5 million) Nigeria (4 million) Ireland (3.8 million) South Africa (3.7 million) New Zealand(3.6 million) Video: 30 countries with a million English speakers

3 The UK The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is made up of four countries: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

4 The UK of GB and Northern Ireland consists of 4 countries:
England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland Their capitals are: London Edinburgh Cardiff Belfast

5 The USA Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America in 1783.

6 The USA. The United States of America.
It consists of 50 states and the District of Columbia where the capital is Washington. English is the first state language. People who live in the USA are the Americans.

7 Canada A land of vast distances and rich natural resources, Canada became a self-governing dominion in 1867 while retaining ties to the British crown.

8 Canada. It is a country in North America. “Kanata”
is an Indian word that means village. The capital is Ottawa. English and French are the official languages. People who live in this country are the Canadians. Popular name is “Lady of the snows”. On the national flag you can see a maple leaf.

9 Australia The Australian continent is a unique land, full of contrasts. It is the earth's biggest island and the sixth-biggest country in the world in land area.

10 Australia. It is both a continent and a country
which lies between the Indian and the Pacific Oceans. The capital of the country is Canberra. The nationality is the Australians. English is the first state language. The symbols of the country are a kangaroo and an ostrich.

11 New Zealand The British colony of New Zealand became an independent dominion in It is currently ranked as the 8th happiest country in the world.

12 A country in the Pacific Ocean.
New Zealand. A country in the Pacific Ocean. The official languages are English and Maori. “Kiwi land” is a popular name of the country. Kiwi, a bird is a national symbol of the country. The capital is Wellington.

13 English-speaking countries Quiz
What is the capital of New Zealand? Cardiff Wellington Auckland

14 English-speaking countries Quiz
Who is Australia’s head of state? the Queen of England Prime Minister Governor General

15 English-speaking countries Quiz
Which English-speaking country has never had an official national language ? New Zealand Canada the USA

16 English-speaking countries Quiz
Which English-speaking country doesn’t celebrate one particular national holiday? Australia Canada the UK

17 English-speaking countries Quiz
How many countries does the United Kingdom consist of? five four three

18 English-speaking countries Quiz
Which of these countries is a federal republic? the USA Canada New Zealand

19 English-speaking countries Quiz
Where is New South Wales located? in the UK in Canada in Australia

20 English-speaking countries Quiz
Which two countries celebrate ANZAC Day? Australia and New Zealand Canada and the USA the UK and the USA

21 English-speaking countries Quiz
Which country’s flag is this? New Zealand Canada Australia

22 English-speaking countries Quiz
Which country’s Coat of Arms is this? Canada the United Kingdom New Zealand

23 Thank you!


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