Multiple choice softskills communication

What is the origin of the word "car"?

  1. English "career"

  2. English "carry"

  3. Middle English "carre"

  4. Middle English "chariot"
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Option C is correct. The word 'car' derives from Middle English 'carre' and ultimately from Proto-Celtic '*karros', meaning wheeled vehicle or cart. This passed through Gaulish and Latin 'carrus' before entering Middle English. Option A 'career' (from French for racecourse) and B 'carry' (from Latin) are unrelated. Option D 'chariot' is from Latin 'carrus' but is not the direct etymon of the modern word 'car'.

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