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"whoever" in this sentence is correct?

 
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Jasmine12



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PostPosted: Wed Apr 18, 2012 1:03 am    Post subject: "whoever" in this sentence is correct? Reply with quote
Hi all,

I have two questions for you. I hope I can get help from someone.


1. Is this sentence correct? (Of course, I know the meaning of this sentence is controversial, but take it as just a composition.)

Most Americans think take it for granted that whoever in other countries speaks English.

Sample answer uses "all the people" in stead of whoever.
Is it also okay to use "everyone" too?

2. Which sentence is correct?

I have a question about English.
I have an English question.

Thank you in advance!

Jasmine
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Jasmine12



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PostPosted: Wed Apr 18, 2012 3:38 am    Post subject: mistake Reply with quote
Correct Sentence: Most Americans take it for granted that whoever in other countries speaks English.
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Lorikeet



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PostPosted: Wed Apr 18, 2012 6:49 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
The sentence, "Most Americans take it for granted that whoever in other countries speaks English." is not a complete sentence.

In answer to your original question, "Most Americans take it for granted that all the people in other countries speak English." or "Most Americans take it for granted that everyone in other countries speaks English." would both be possible. (Note: "everyone" requires "speaks" and "all the people" requires "speak")

As for your second question, I think they are both correct, but I personally prefer "I have a question about English" to describe questions such as the ones you have here.
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Jasmine12



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PostPosted: Fri Apr 20, 2012 4:50 am    Post subject: Thank you! Reply with quote
Thank you for your help!

Jasmie
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CP



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PostPosted: Sat Apr 21, 2012 3:09 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
As for question 2:

I have a question about English. OK.
I have an English question. No.
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