1.

Belgian French is in most respects identical to the French of France, but differs in some points of vocabu
A. Another language related to French, and also a historic language of the region, Picard was recogniz
B. Belgian French is in most respects identical to the French of France, but differs in some points of vo
C. It developed from Old Belgian Sign Language, which developed as a result of contact between Lyon
D. As a result of being in between Latin and Germanic Europe, and historically being split between diffe

2. It is now spoken by a minority in the Capital region, since the primary language of most inhabitants shifte
A. Sinte Romani is spoken by many among the 10,000 Romani or Sinti living in Belgium.
B. Also all official correspondence and communication with the government (e.g.
C. It is now spoken by a minority in the Capital region, since the primary language of most inhabitants s
D. All these are spoken across the border in the Netherlands as well, and West Flemish is also spoken

3. These figures relating to official Belgian languages overlook substantial numbers of immigrants and thei
A. These figures relating to official Belgian languages overlook substantial numbers of immigrants and
B. A large French-speaking population lives around Brussels, in Flanders, though by geography is cons
C. The main Dutch dialects spoken in Belgium are Brabantian, West Flemish, East Flemish, and Limbu
D. Sinte Romani is spoken by many among the 10,000 Romani or Sinti living in Belgium.

4. Since 1990 this language has been recognised by the Walloon authorities as Francique (Franconian).
A. Education is provided by the Communities, Dutch in the Flemish Community (Flanders and Brussels
B. " LSFB, or French Belgian Sign Language, is used primarily in Wallonia and Brussels and is related
C. Since the late 20th century, Belgium has received immigrants from different areas of Europe, the Me
D. Since 1990 this language has been recognised by the Walloon authorities as Francique (Franconian

5. must be in the official language of the region or community.

A. must be in the official language of the region or community.
B. Along with French, it is an official language of the Brussels-Capital Region.
C. The measures advocated by the Marshall Plan are heading towards the proper direction, but are do
D. A large French-speaking population lives around Brussels, in Flanders, though by geography is con

6. Some younger Walloons may claim some knowledge.

A. It is also used in theatre productions and other forms of literature, though not in schools.
B. Some younger Walloons may claim some knowledge.
C. Unlike VGT and LSFB, DGS, or German Sign Language, is unrelated to LSF and comprises its own
D. Since the late 20th century, it has largely been replaced by Belgian French in recent decades, in con
7. Almost all of the inhabitants of the Capital region speak French as either their primary language (50%) o
A. Almost all of the inhabitants of the Capital region speak French as either their primary language (50%
B. Also all official correspondence and communication with the government (e.g.
C. Marols originated from the Brabantian dialect and gained greater French influences after the Kingdo
D. The surveys show that Flanders is clearly more multilingual, which is without doubt a well-known fac

8. Along with French, it is an official language of the Brussels-Capital Region.

A. Along with French, it is an official language of the Brussels-Capital Region.
B. Of the inhabitants of Belgium, roughly 59% belong to the Flemish Community, 40% to the French Co
C. ‘regional native languages’) since 1990.
D. The second-most spoken primary (Belgian) language, used natively by approximately one third of th

9. In addition to the three official languages, others are spoken in Belgium, for instance in Wallonia, where
A. In turn, the Belgian parliament provides simultaneous interpretation for those who require it to assist
B. It developed from Old Belgian Sign Language, which developed as a result of contact between Lyon
C. All these are spoken across the border in the Netherlands as well, and West Flemish is also spoken
D. In addition to the three official languages, others are spoken in Belgium, for instance in Wallonia, wh

10. There is dialectal variation between men and women speakers due to historical developments of the la
A. In the Arelerland in the southern part of Belgium Luxembourgish is traditionally spoken.
B. Since the late 20th century, it has largely been replaced by Belgian French in recent decades, in con
C. According to the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (2022), 76% of Belgians are French
D. There is dialectal variation between men and women speakers due to historical developments of the

11. Article 4 divides the country into linguistic areas, which form the basis of the federal structure: "Belgium
A. Words which are unique to Belgian Dutch are called belgicisms (as are words used primarily in Belg
B. Belgian French is in most respects identical to the French of France, but differs in some points of vo
C. Like LSFB, Flemish Sign Language, or VGT, is a Francosign language descended from Old Belgian
D. Article 4 divides the country into linguistic areas, which form the basis of the federal structure: "Belgi

12. Like LSFB, Flemish Sign Language, or VGT, is a Francosign language descended from Old Belgian Si
A. Words which are unique to Belgian Dutch are called belgicisms (as are words used primarily in Belg
B. Like LSFB, Flemish Sign Language, or VGT, is a Francosign language descended from Old Belgian
C. Since the late 20th century, Belgium has received immigrants from different areas of Europe, the Me
D. Luxembourgish, a Moselle Franconian language, is native to Arelerland, the eastern part of the Belg
13. Yiddish is spoken by many among the 18,000 Jews living in Antwerp, where there is a considerable nu
A. All these are spoken across the border in the Netherlands as well, and West Flemish is also spoken
B. Though the standard form of Dutch used in Belgium is almost identical to that spoken in the Netherla
C. In each region, Belgium's third official language, German, is notably less known than those.
D. Yiddish is spoken by many among the 18,000 Jews living in Antwerp, where there is a considerable

14. However, the English language has become increasingly used in higher education.
A. Also all official correspondence and communication with the government (e.g.
B. However, the English language has become increasingly used in higher education.
C. The surveys show that Flanders is clearly more multilingual, which is without doubt a well-known fac
D. DGS is related to PJM and Shassi.

15. The language and people are often called "Gypsies" by outsiders, a term considered to be pejorative d
A. Picard has been historically based in France, with speakers also in the western part of Wallonia.
B. But there have been no significant measures to support usage of those varieties.
C. It developed from Old Belgian Sign Language, which developed as a result of contact between Lyon
D. The language and people are often called "Gypsies" by outsiders, a term considered to be pejorative

16. Nevertheless, linguists regard these as varieties of Dutch.

A. Education is provided by the Communities, Dutch in the Flemish Community (Flanders and Brussels
B. In national politics, politicians can freely choose to speak in any of the three official languages.
C. Nevertheless, linguists regard these as varieties of Dutch.
D. Since the late 20th century, Belgium has received immigrants from different areas of Europe, the Me

17. Champenois was also legally recognized in 1990.

A. Education is provided by the Communities, Dutch in the Flemish Community (Flanders and Brussels
B. Champenois was also legally recognized in 1990.
C. Walloon is the historical language of southern Belgium, and most of the areas where French is now
D. It is also the traditional national language of the Walloons.

18. Though the standard form of Dutch used in Belgium is almost identical to that spoken in the Netherland
A. Belgian French is in most respects identical to the French of France, but differs in some points of vo
B. In 1940, Nazi Germany re-annexed the region, following its invasion of Belgium during World War II;
C. Though the standard form of Dutch used in Belgium is almost identical to that spoken in the Netherla
D. Inhabitants of a few municipalities are granted an exception to these rules.
19. Since the late 20th century, it has largely been replaced by Belgian French in recent decades, in contra
A. Unlike VGT and LSFB, DGS, or German Sign Language, is unrelated to LSF and comprises its own
B. In 1940, Nazi Germany re-annexed the region, following its invasion of Belgium during World War II;
C. Germanic Languages: Limburgish, Luxembourgish Dialects of Dutch: West Flemish, East Flemish, B
D. Since the late 20th century, it has largely been replaced by Belgian French in recent decades, in con

20. Germanic Languages: Limburgish, Luxembourgish Dialects of Dutch: West Flemish, East Flemish, Bra
A. Germanic Languages: Limburgish, Luxembourgish Dialects of Dutch: West Flemish, East Flemish, B
B. The language and people are often called "Gypsies" by outsiders, a term considered to be pejorative
C. Marols, also known as Brusseleir, is a nearly extinct dialect spoken in Brussels, and used primarily i
D. Along with French, it is an official language of the Brussels-Capital Region.

21. Marols originated from the Brabantian dialect and gained greater French influences after the Kingdom
A. In turn, the Belgian parliament provides simultaneous interpretation for those who require it to assist
B. Marols originated from the Brabantian dialect and gained greater French influences after the Kingdo
C. Instruction in other languages is prohibited in government-funded schools except for foreign languag
D. It is now spoken by a minority in the Capital region, since the primary language of most inhabitants s

22. According to the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (2022), 76% of Belgians are French-s
A. In 1940, Nazi Germany re-annexed the region, following its invasion of Belgium during World War II;
B. Of those under the age of forty, 59% in Flanders declared that they could speak all three, along with
C. According to the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (2022), 76% of Belgians are French
D. Champenois was also legally recognized in 1990.

23. A large French-speaking population lives around Brussels, in Flanders, though by geography is consid
A. Luxembourgish, a Moselle Franconian language, is native to Arelerland, the eastern part of the Belg
B. Of the inhabitants of Belgium, roughly 59% belong to the Flemish Community, 40% to the French Co
C. A large French-speaking population lives around Brussels, in Flanders, though by geography is con
D. The main Dutch dialects in Belgium are Brabantian and East Flemish.

24. Marols, also known as Brusseleir, is a nearly extinct dialect spoken in Brussels, and used primarily in in
A. Of the inhabitants of Belgium, roughly 59% belong to the Flemish Community, 40% to the French Co
B. Marols, also known as Brusseleir, is a nearly extinct dialect spoken in Brussels, and used primarily i
C. Since the late 20th century, Belgium has received immigrants from different areas of Europe, the Me
D. It is also the traditional national language of the Walloons.
25. It is mainly spoken in Gaume, a part of Belgian Lorraine.
A. It is mainly spoken in Gaume, a part of Belgian Lorraine.
B. It developed from Old Belgian Sign Language, which developed as a result of contact between Lyon
C. Sometimes seen as dialects, the varieties related to French have been recognized by the French Co
D. But there have been no significant measures to support usage of those varieties.

26. As such, they are not always readily intelligible for Dutch speakers outside Flanders.
A. Though the standard form of Dutch used in Belgium is almost identical to that spoken in the Netherla
B. DGS is related to PJM and Shassi.
C. In turn, the Belgian parliament provides simultaneous interpretation for those who require it to assist
D. As such, they are not always readily intelligible for Dutch speakers outside Flanders.

27. Sometimes seen as dialects, the varieties related to French have been recognized by the French Comm
A.
B. Along with French, it is an official language of the Brussels-Capital Region.
C. [This particular 2006–2009 'Marshall Plan' was devised in 2004 and published in 2005 to uplift the W
D. Sometimes seen as dialects, the varieties related to French have been recognized by the French Co

28. The Belgian Constitution guarantees, since the country's independence, freedom of language in the pri
A. Inhabitants of a few municipalities are granted an exception to these rules.
B. DGS is related to PJM and Shassi.
C. The Belgian Constitution guarantees, since the country's independence, freedom of language in the
D. For those public authorities, there is extensive language legislation concerning Dutch, French and G

29. Of those under the age of forty, 59% in Flanders declared that they could speak all three, along with 10
A. Much like English, Flemish dialects have adopted more French and other Romance vocabulary thro
B. It developed from Old Belgian Sign Language, which developed as a result of contact between Lyon
C. It is now spoken by a minority in the Capital region, since the primary language of most inhabitants s
D. Of those under the age of forty, 59% in Flanders declared that they could speak all three, along with

30. It has significant German influence and is not mutually intelligible with other Romani languages.
A. In addition to the three official languages, others are spoken in Belgium, for instance in Wallonia, wh
B. It has significant German influence and is not mutually intelligible with other Romani languages.
C. Instruction in other languages is prohibited in government-funded schools except for foreign languag
D. As a result of being in between Latin and Germanic Europe, and historically being split between diffe
31. It is used primarily around the German-speaking communities of Belgium, although German and DGS
A. All these are spoken across the border in the Netherlands as well, and West Flemish is also spoken
B. Marols originated from the Brabantian dialect and gained greater French influences after the Kingdo
C. Another language related to French, and also a historic language of the region, Picard was recogniz
D. It is used primarily around the German-speaking communities of Belgium, although German and DG

32. Luxembourgish, a Moselle Franconian language, is native to Arelerland, the eastern part of the Belgian
A. The language belongs to the Northwestern Romani dialect group.
B. Luxembourgish, a Moselle Franconian language, is native to Arelerland, the eastern part of the Belg
C. Though the standard form of Dutch used in Belgium is almost identical to that spoken in the Netherla
D. All these are spoken across the border in the Netherlands as well, and West Flemish is also spoken

33. For example, the Dutch version of the Constitution has enjoyed equal status to the original French one
A. For example, the Dutch version of the Constitution has enjoyed equal status to the original French o
B. In the Arelerland in the southern part of Belgium Luxembourgish is traditionally spoken.
C. A number of non-official, minority languages and dialects are spoken as well.
D. They and their descendants speak languages including Berber (Riffian), Arabic (Maghrebi), Spanish

34. Standard Dutch, as spoken in Belgium, is mostly influenced by Brabantian.

A. Standard Dutch, as spoken in Belgium, is mostly influenced by Brabantian.
B. It developed from Old Belgian Sign Language, which developed as a result of contact between Lyon
C. Inhabitants of a few municipalities are granted an exception to these rules.
D. Also all official correspondence and communication with the government (e.g.

35. tax papers, local politics, ID/passport requests, building permits etc.)
A. Yiddish is spoken by many among the 18,000 Jews living in Antwerp, where there is a considerable
B. The dialect was named after the Marollen, a neighborhood in Brussels.
C. The language and people are often called "Gypsies" by outsiders, a term considered to be pejorative
D. tax papers, local politics, ID/passport requests, building permits etc.)

36. Education is provided by the Communities, Dutch in the Flemish Community (Flanders and Brussels), F
A. Education is provided by the Communities, Dutch in the Flemish Community (Flanders and Brussels
B. The measures advocated by the Marshall Plan are heading towards the proper direction, but are dou
C. These figures relating to official Belgian languages overlook substantial numbers of immigrants and
D. As such, they are not always readily intelligible for Dutch speakers outside Flanders.
37. [This particular 2006–2009 'Marshall Plan' was devised in 2004 and published in 2005 to uplift the Wall
A. These figures relating to official Belgian languages overlook substantial numbers of immigrants and
B. They and their descendants speak languages including Berber (Riffian), Arabic (Maghrebi), Spanish
C. The dialect was named after the Marollen, a neighborhood in Brussels.
D. [This particular 2006–2009 'Marshall Plan' was devised in 2004 and published in 2005 to uplift the W

38. The German-speaking Community of Belgium numbers 77,000, residing in an area of Belgium that was
A. The original Brabantian dialect of Brussels has been very much influenced by French.
B.
C. The German-speaking Community of Belgium numbers 77,000, residing in an area of Belgium that w
D. In 2006, the Université catholique de Louvain, the country's largest French-speaking university, pub

39. Another language related to French, and also a historic language of the region, Picard was recognized
A. Another language related to French, and also a historic language of the region, Picard was recogniz
B. According to the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (2022), 76% of Belgians are French
C. It is the official language of the French Community (which, like the Flemish Community, is a political
D. ‘regional native languages’) since 1990.

40. The dialect was named after the Marollen, a neighborhood in Brussels.
A. ‘regional native languages’) since 1990.
B. It is closely related to Dutch but has more German influences.
C. It is mostly a mixture of French and Dutch influences.
D. The dialect was named after the Marollen, a neighborhood in Brussels.

41. Much like English, Flemish dialects have adopted more French and other Romance vocabulary through
A. Like the other indigenous languages closely related to French, Lorrain was recognized in 1990.
B.
C. Much like English, Flemish dialects have adopted more French and other Romance vocabulary thro
D. It is the official language of the French Community (which, like the Flemish Community, is a political

42. Unlike VGT and LSFB, DGS, or German Sign Language, is unrelated to LSF and comprises its own lan
A. Dutch is the most spoken primary language of Belgium and the official language of the Flemish Com
B. Inhabitants of a few municipalities are granted an exception to these rules.
C. Unlike VGT and LSFB, DGS, or German Sign Language, is unrelated to LSF and comprises its own
D. The Belgian Constitution guarantees, since the country's independence, freedom of language in the
43. The main Dutch dialects spoken in Belgium are Brabantian, West Flemish, East Flemish, and Limburgi
A. Like LSFB, Flemish Sign Language, or VGT, is a Francosign language descended from Old Belgian
B. The main Dutch dialects spoken in Belgium are Brabantian, West Flemish, East Flemish, and Limbu
C. There are literary traditions in both the East Flemish and West Flemish dialects.
D. The measures advocated by the Marshall Plan are heading towards the proper direction, but are do

44. There are literary traditions in both the East Flemish and West Flemish dialects.
A. As such, they are not always readily intelligible for Dutch speakers outside Flanders.
B. Flanders too has a number of dialects, but linguists regard these as varieties of Dutch rather than a
C. There are literary traditions in both the East Flemish and West Flemish dialects.
D. Words which are unique to Belgian Dutch are called belgicisms (as are words used primarily in Belg

45. A number of non-official, minority languages and dialects are spoken as well.
A. They and their descendants speak languages including Berber (Riffian), Arabic (Maghrebi), Spanish
B. A number of non-official, minority languages and dialects are spoken as well.
C. But there have been no significant measures to support usage of those varieties.
D. In addition to the three official languages, others are spoken in Belgium, for instance in Wallonia, wh

46. In turn, the Belgian parliament provides simultaneous interpretation for those who require it to assist in
A. [This particular 2006–2009 'Marshall Plan' was devised in 2004 and published in 2005 to uplift the W
B. Almost all of the inhabitants of the Capital region speak French as either their primary language (50%
C. In turn, the Belgian parliament provides simultaneous interpretation for those who require it to assist
D.

47. It is closely related to Dutch but has more German influences.

A. Since the late 20th century, Belgium has received immigrants from different areas of Europe, the Me
B. It has significant German influence and is not mutually intelligible with other Romani languages.
C. Article 30 specifies that "the use of languages spoken in Belgium is optional; only the law can rule o
D. It is closely related to Dutch but has more German influences.

48. As a result of being in between Latin and Germanic Europe, and historically being split between differe
A. Some younger Walloons may claim some knowledge.
B. " LSFB, or French Belgian Sign Language, is used primarily in Wallonia and Brussels and is related
C. As a result of being in between Latin and Germanic Europe, and historically being split between diffe
D. All these are spoken across the border in the Netherlands as well, and West Flemish is also spoken
49. Flanders too has a number of dialects, but linguists regard these as varieties of Dutch rather than a sep
A. Along with French, it is an official language of the Brussels-Capital Region.
B. It is also the traditional national language of the Walloons.
C. The measures advocated by the Marshall Plan are heading towards the proper direction, but are do
D. Flanders too has a number of dialects, but linguists regard these as varieties of Dutch rather than a

50. In national politics, politicians can freely choose to speak in any of the three official languages.
A. Since 1990 this language has been recognised by the Walloon authorities as Francique (Franconian
B. Along with French, it is an official language of the Brussels-Capital Region.
C. In national politics, politicians can freely choose to speak in any of the three official languages.
D. Yiddish is spoken by many among the 18,000 Jews living in Antwerp, where there is a considerable