Les 2: English Speaking World (Accents and dialects) part 2

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vmbo, mavo
• Leerjaar 4

Introduction: English Speaking World 

In your own words (in English) explain how English became a world language.
Try to use 1-2 sentences.

Explain what is meant by 'The British Empire'.

Use 1-2 sentences.

In how many countries (approximately) is English the official language?

1. 50
2. 70
3. 90
4. 100

How many people in the world (approximately) speak English?

1. 7.5 billion
2. 1.5 billion
3. 3 billion
4. 5 billion

How many people (approximately) are native speakers of English?

1. 1 billion
2. 120 million
3. 740 million
4. 360 million

What two official languages does Canada have?

English Speaking World: Accents and Dialects 

Dialect vs. Accent

Een dialect is ontstaan vanuit een andere taal en is een taal op zich met eigen grammatica regels en woorden.
(Nederlands > Fries)

Een accent is geen taal, maar heeft puur met de uitspraak van woorden te maken. (Limburgs)

A 'loonie' means 1 dollar.

In which country?

1. America
2. Australia
3. Canada
4. New Zealand

When an Australian talks about
'a barbie'.

What does he refer to?

1. 
2. 
3. 
4. 

US vs. UK

Sidewalk / Pavement

Trashcan / Bin

Stroller / Pushchair

Elevator / Lift

Drugstore / Pharmacy

Sweater / Jumper

Fall / Autumn

French Fries / Chips

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