Full Summary Aspect Of The English Speaking World

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• 1 Chapter 1 The English-speaking World

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• What is the estimated number of people who speak English worldwide?

  Approximately 1.39 billion people use English globally. The figure indicates its significance as a prominent language, influencing culture and communication around the world.

• How are languages related to cultural backgrounds?

  Languages reveal cultural differences through:
  

  • Variations in vocabulary, e.g., “cousin/nephew” in various languages
  • Unique grammatical structures
  • Distinct syntax across cultures

• What classification does English fall under?

  English is categorized as a:
  

  • WEST GERMANIC LANGUAGE
  • Part of the ANGLO-FRISIAN LANGUAGE GROUP
  • Related to Frisian, Dutch, and Germanic languages

• What significant historical period began in 975 AC for the English language?

  The year 975 marked the arrival of ANGLO-SAXON/OLD ENGLISH due to:
  

  • Viking invasions in Britain
  • Establishment of early English dialects

• Which major event in 1066 influenced the English language?

  The NORMAN invasion in 1066 led to the development of:
  

  • MIDDLE ENGLISH
  • Notable works like The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer

• What is a notable work representing Early Modern English?

  Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet is a key example from:
  

  • The EARLY MODERN ENGLISH period around 1595 AC
  • Demonstrating the transition of the language

• According to Jeremy Harmer, what is a primary reason for English's global dominance?

  Major factors contributing to English's prominence:
  

  1. Colonial history: British exploration
  2. Economics: U.S. commerce rise
  3. Exchange of information: Internet usage
  4. Travel: Tourism language
  5. Popular Culture: Influence of media

• 2 Chapter 2 The U.K. of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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• What aspects indicate the belonging to a particular social class?

  Belonging to a social class is marked by:
  

  1. Type of lifestyle
  2. Housing conditions
  3. Dress style
  4. Accent and way of speaking

• What are characteristics of common identities in social classes?

  Common identities in social classes can be observed through:
  

  1. Ways of acting
  2. Unique manner of speaking
  3. Distinct styles of dressing
  4. Collective opinions on matters

• What was the medieval feudal system?

  • The feudal system was a social classification system.
  • It provided a set place in society for everyone.
  • Moving between classes was very difficult.
  • Hierarchy: King, Nobles, Knights, Peasants.