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In the first decades after the Norman Conquest, which of the following best describes the use of language in England?
AMost of the English population went on speaking English with French used mostly among the upper-ruling class.
BThe French conquerors learned English in order to be able to govern well.
CThe conquered English quickly studied French.
DLatin became a common language for interaction between the two groups.
Correct answer
A. Most of the English population went on speaking English with French used mostly among the upper-ruling class.
Explanation
The correct answer is Most of the English population went on speaking English with French used mostly among the upper-ruling class..