Why Is English Is So Important

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    Francis Reyes English 100 – AK Liza Erpelo May 9, 2009 “Before I learned how to speak Tagalog, people made fun of me because of my New Jersey accent. They would ostracize me because I am an American,“ (Reyes). As one can see, language is the main issue in the Filipino American society that needs to be resolved in order to reserve history and traditions. Throughout the interview with Brian, I found that he went through hardships because he could not speak Tagalog. His early lifestyle

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    Voyage Essay

    book “A Voyage Long and Strange” the author goes into many different stories as to why the history that many children and even adults are taught is either mostly made up or, in some cases, a complete fabrication. Three of the many misconceptions that he goes in to are: that Columbus was the first to reach North America, that Plymouth Rock was the where the first “pilgrims” landed, and that Jamestown was the first English Colony in the new world. Another main point that he wants to get across is that

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    English should continue to be the official language of India. English is used as the official language in India. Yes • English is one such language that is understood by people from different castes and states, and therefore deserves to be the official language of India. • If any other language is tried to make the official language, all the regional parties will start the battle of making the state level as official language of India. • If Hindi is given priority then it will create

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    Sam Wiggins 12/1/15 English 101 Prompt 4 I believe the United States should have an official language. There are too many languages and cultures here, and people should start to learn the English language in order to live here. When you go to other Countries you have to learn the language, why not here as well? It really doesn't make sense. A person’s culture is something that does not depend on the language you speak to a store clerk! If you wish to live in the United States accept that. We

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    Chinese IELTS candidates perform OK in the speaking interview. Most people would agree that an OK score in speaking is 5 or 6. Many students now realize that a score of 5 or 6 for speaking is not enough for their study requirements and this is why I wrote this book. Many students spend months preparing for the IELTS speaking test and still find it difficult to score 7 or higher. In fact some candidates actually score lower than they potentially could have scored. There are a few reasons behind

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    Us History

    Louisiana (named after Louis XIV) for France 3. English  Reasons for exploration o Mercantilism – more land and raw resources for land-starved English, along with the creation of new markets for goods  Lost colony of Roanoke (story) o (2nd voyage to Roanoke 1st hitched a ride back with Sir Francis Drake) Sailed to Roanoke and ran out of supplies. John White then sailed back to England for supplies, but was delayed 3 years because of English-Spanish War. When he finally sailed back Roanoke

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    Does the spread of English prevent its NSs from learning foreign languages? Does the spread of English prevent its NSs from learning foreign languages? Table of Contents Page number introduction: 3 Argument With: 4 Argument Against: 5 Responding To The Counter-Argument 6 Conclusion: 7 List Of References: 9 INTRODUCTION: At a time when the number of users of English language increases in all parts of the world to nearly two billion people, while only a number

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    Bilingual Education Friend or Foe?

    at the Bilingual Education Act to see our roots in bilingual education. We will examine both the advantages and disadvantages of bilingualism and it’s effect on the brain. Also, we will attempt to shed some needed light on just why this is such a hot political topic. Why do Americans still seem unwilling to accept bilingual education as a necessity for their children? Bilingual Education: Friend or Foe? Bilingual education is a polarizing topic in America. Torn between preserving American

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    Bilingual Education Research Paper

    Is bilingual education necessary? Now a day, bilingual education is very important for everyone In today's world of rapid communication system. Computers and Internet Learning Abroad, it is important and necessary in everyday life. As an important tool of communication, education pursuits. Occupational An understanding of the culture and vision of the community. And awareness of cultural diversity and global perspective. Bring about friendly relations and cooperation with other countries. Help develop

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    Abstract This paper focuses on English and Vietnamese negative questions in term of structures and word using. The author wishes only to concentrate on four types of negative questions: negative Yes/ No question, negative Tag- question, negative Wh- question, negative alternative question. The thesis is divided into three parts, the main content is presented in part two. The similarities and differences between English and Vietnamese negative questions have been analysed and

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