Multiple choice softskills communication

English word slave originated from

  1. Slavet

  2. Slav

  3. Slavae

  4. Slavate
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The English word 'slave' is derived from the Middle English 'sclave', which comes from the Medieval Latin 'sclava', referring to the 'Slav' people of Eastern Europe who were frequently enslaved in the Middle Ages.

AI explanation

To answer this question, you need to understand the origin of the English word "slave". The correct answer is B) Slav.

The English word "slave" originated from the word "Slav", which refers to the Slavic peoples of Eastern Europe. During the medieval period, Slavic people were often captured and sold as slaves in other parts of Europe. Over time, the term "Slav" became associated with the concept of slavery, and ultimately evolved into the modern English word "slave".

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