Politics and the English Language

Middle English refers to the varieties of the English language spoken after the Norman Conquest (1066) and until the late 15th century. The Middle English period was marked by momentous changes in the English language, changes more extensive and fundamental than those that have taken place at any time before or since. Some of them were the result of the Norman Conquest and the condition that followed in the wake of that event. Others were the constitution of the tendencies that had begun to…

Spoken language is often varied. This is due to different dialects and sociolects, which are based on different regions or social classes. The variation can also be seen in accents. Usually, certain sociolects are expected in certain situations. For example, in jobs related to law, politics or businesses, the use of received pronunciation is expected. However, when talking in a less formal situation (eg. talking to friends), you’re more likely to revert to your own sociolect. I have recently…

cultural ethos. One can say that Seth draws his experiences from multiple locations. Anita Desai in a Review, Sitting Pretty, (1993) pertinently comments: Seth belongs to the generation of practitioners of Indian Writing in English, born after Independence who has attracted attention in India and abroad and even made the reading and writing of novels a respectable pursuit. (Anita Desai 26) Due to the diversity of his themes, forms and genres, the literary world wants to study him. Thus,…

AP Chinese Textbooks 介绍：Since world language instruction targets proficiency building, which can be accomplished in multiple ways with or without a specific textbook, the AP Chinese Language and Culture course does not have a list of example textbooks that meet the curricular requirements of AP Chinese Language and Culture. But we do can find some few books that are recommended by lots of test takers as well as teachers. 作者：Lilian 1.Barron’s AP Chinese Language and Culture 2nd Edition By Yan…

is a derivative of the Sanskrit words which means two languages i.e., Dvi (two), Basha (languages). A person who speaks two languages, that of the natives of India and the English or other European language was Dubash. Language barriers between the natives and East India Company officials created this position, and prominent citizens from each presidency of East India Company were appointed as Dubashs. They played an important role in politics, community and trade. In facilitating trade and…

who “has the minimum ability to complete fluency in more than one language” (Hornby, 1977), whereas the bilingual education is “the use of two languages as a media of instruction for a child or a group of children in part or all of the school curriculum” (Cohen, 1975). Thus, bilingual education is taught mainly through school, unlike bilingualism which can be acquired thanks to two parents who gives two different native language to their child. Arguments in favor of bilingual education.…

primary element used in every course. Before taking the English course, I lacked the ability to write effectively. But, during this course I learned about the chief points needed to write effectively like :- time management skills, working on thesis statement, reading skills, writing skills. These points made writing interesting and easier than before. Time management is one of the important factor in writing course. During High school english class, I never focused on time management skills.…

Arab Open University Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA) FACULTY OF LANGUAGE STUDIES AA100A TMA COVER FORM (First Semester 2014-15) Branch: Jordan Program: English Language and Literature Course Title: Arts of Past and Present Course Code: AA100A Student Name: Nour Nadim Ayi Section Number: 1 Student ID: 2130520 Tutor Name: Dr. Ola Kittaneh The Dalai Lama Essay There are a lot of different religious and believes in this world. Today in this essay we will discuss in specific the Buddhism…

fascinating aspect of the plethora of languages spoken throughout the planet, is the information they require their speakers to provide whenever describing something. For example, in the English language, there are many nouns to describe humans that do not differentiate between male and female, like friend. However, in Spanish, if one wants to refer to someone they consider a friend, it is necessary to use either the masculine or feminine form. The information a language requires its speakers to…

Upon arriving to the United States, many of the Swedish immigrants not only remained Lutheran, but they kept their “diasporic nationalism” (Tweed 110-111). Although they moved to a new country, they still considered themselves as Swedish. The push for their immigration was centered on having a better life economically and have freedoms that they did not have in their homelands. The move was never to forget about where they came from. For those purposes, they kept their diasporic nationalism.…