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Quiz about Common Foreign Words And Phrases 2

Common Foreign Words And Phrases 2. Quiz

All these common, foreign words and phrases are borrowed from other languages. How many of these do you know? Bonne Chance!

A multiple-choice quiz by Soozy_Woozy. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Soozy_Woozy

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
259,241

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
3674

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Question 1 of 10

1. What do the Latin words PATER NOSTER mean? Hint

Plaster nose

Nice weather

Painted room

Our Father

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Question 2 of 10

2. What does the Latin phrase IN LOCO PARENTIS mean? Hint

Those people are crazy

In place of a parent

The times are changing

The train is coming

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Question 3 of 10

3. What does the Latin phrase BONA FIDE mean? Hint

In good faith

A large fire

Have a safe trip

Good riddance

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Question 4 of 10

4. What does the French word NOBLESSE mean? Hint

Nobility

Not blessed

Never-ending

Newcomer

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Question 5 of 10

5. The Italian words PRIMA DONNA mean: Hint

Beauty contest winner

A ballet dancer

A singer

A pretty girl

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Question 6 of 10

6. What does the Latin phrase PRO BONO mean? Hint

Part of the body

Best of luck

A manservant

Free of charge

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Question 7 of 10

7. SAUCE A LA MAITRE D'HOTEL is a French cooking term meaning: Hint

Waiter's special

A side salad

Mushroom gravy

Served with a butter sauce

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Question 8 of 10

8. What do the Greek words HOI POLLOI mean? Hint

Hot pepper

A lot of money

Hello

The common people

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Question 9 of 10

9. In French FAIT ACCOMPLI means: Hint

Something already done

An evil accomplice

An unsuccessful attempt

An agreement

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Question 10 of 10

10. What does the French word COUTURIERE mean? Hint

A hat maker

A girlfriend

A house maid

A seamstress

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What do the Latin words PATER NOSTER mean?

Answer: Our Father

Pater noster is a Latin phrase, which the Roman Catholic church uses for the 'Lord's Prayer'. Also known as the 'Our Father', it is a prayer used world wide by many Christian denominations.

2. What does the Latin phrase IN LOCO PARENTIS mean?

Answer: In place of a parent

The Latin phrase in loco parentis means: to take the responsibilities of a parent. Sometimes a guardian is appointed by law to look after the best interests of children.

3. What does the Latin phrase BONA FIDE mean?

Answer: In good faith

In Latin the phrase 'bona fide' means to be honest and lawful. It is often used in law to mean: without deceit or fraud. e.g. Good faith and honesty are necessary when making up a contract with another person, to make it a legal document.

4. What does the French word NOBLESSE mean?

Answer: Nobility

Noblesse is a French word meaning to be of noble birth or class. It includes those people who have special social or political status.

5. The Italian words PRIMA DONNA mean:

Answer: A singer

Prima donna comes from the Italian words for 'first lady'. We use it for a female who sings at the opera. Usually she is a highly distinguished and esteemed person, who is often called a Diva.

6. What does the Latin phrase PRO BONO mean?

Answer: Free of charge

The Latin phrase 'pro bono' is a shortened form of 'pro bono publico', which means for the public good. It is used to describe a legal or professional service to the public that is done for free.

7. SAUCE A LA MAITRE D'HOTEL is a French cooking term meaning:

Answer: Served with a butter sauce

Sauce a la maitre d'hotel means: served with a sauce of melted butter, parsley and lemon juice. It is usually served with gaming meat esp. sheepshead.

8. What do the Greek words HOI POLLOI mean?

Answer: The common people

Hoi polloi is a Greek expression meaning: the common people or the masses. It means the general population, as opposed to the nobility or upper classes.

9. In French FAIT ACCOMPLI means:

Answer: Something already done

In French a fait accompli, is something that has been accomplished and can't be changed or reversed. e.g. A manager who changes and incorporates company policy, without telling the board of directors.

10. What does the French word COUTURIERE mean?

Answer: A seamstress

A couturiere is a female dressmaker who designs, makes and sells fashion clothes for women.

Source: Author Soozy_Woozy

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