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2. Decide if the following statements are true or false:

  1. There is an opinion that none of the existing languages can be used as a world language by all peoples.

  2. English, Chinese, Russian and French have equal opportunities of becoming a lingua franca.

  3. English is the most widely spoken language of the world.

  4. The development of an artificial language will help other languages to develop.

  5. Many people in the world welcome English as an international language.

  6. Not all people are in favor of choosing one modern language to become a world one.

  7. It would only be fair to choose the most used language to be a lingua franca.

  8. Few people think that English influences the culture of their countries in a bad way.

  9. If one language is chosen to become a lingua franca, people in different localities will easily understand each other.

  10. The author of the article predicts that either British or American English will one day become a world language.

  1. Match the endings of the sentences.

1. English is

a) but far less than it was a century ago.

2. French is still widely used,

b) the status of minority languages and pose a threat to the identity of nations.

3. Many factors contribute to the gradual spread of a language —

c) the main contender for the position of world lingua franca

4. It is thought, a world language would inevitably erode

d) chiefly political and military might, economic power, and religious influence

5. The development of a world language is not viewed with enthusiasm by

e) with concern and often with antagonism.

6. Many people view the current progress of English towards world language status

f) comes from within.

7. The main danger to the growth of a world language

g) those who would have to learn it.

  1. Look at the words given below. Tell which words are American and which ones are British?

garbage/rubbish ground beef/minced beef

cabana/beach hut VCR/video

pharmacist/chemist yard/garden

cookie/biscuit napkin/serviette

elevator/lift aborigine/eggplant

drapes/curtains trash basket/waste bin

NOTE: All of the American words would be understood by most British people.

  1. Write a 150-200 words composition about your experience in learning English. The guiding questions below can help you do it

  1. How old were you when you began learning English?

  2. Do you remember your first English lesson? Did you enjoy it?

  3. Who was your first English teacher? Did you like him/her?

  4. What did you like/dislike about your first English lesson?

  5. What marks did you get?

  6. Did you play any games at the lesson? Did you draw? Did you sing songs? Did you learn poems by heart?

  7. Did you always do your English homework?

  8. Were you afraid to speak at your English lessons?

  9. Was it difficult for you to learn new words?

  10. What was the most difficult aspect for you in learning English: grammar, vocabulary, listening or speaking?

UNIT 9

І.Lead-in questions

1. What working position is the best for you?

2. What qualities do you need for your future career?

3. What is meant by “professional qualification” for a job?

4. Are you accustomed to working under pressure?

5. What personal characteristics does an employer consider when choosing an employee?

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