Unit 9 - Đọc hiểu & Từ vựng: World Englishes

3/2/2024 10:30:00 PM

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer to each of the questions.

The term "World Englishes" refers to the many varieties of English spoken around the world. World Englishes can be understood using concentric circles. It is a model proposed by linguist Braj Kachru. At the center is standard English, spoken in countries like the UK and the US. The first outer circle includes countries where English is the second language, such as India and Nigeria. The second outer circle represents countries where English is learned as a foreign language, like China and Brazil. These outer circles reflect the different varieties of English that have developed over time.

English has become an official language in over 50 countries, and each country has established its own version of English. These versions are not just copies of British or American English but consist of unique vocabulary and expressions. Some English varieties have borrowed words from local languages. For example, in Singapore, English has borrowed words from Malay, such as "kopi" (coffee), and in India, English includes many words from Hindi, like "guru" (teacher).

Immigrants to English-speaking countries are often bilingual because they use English alongside their first language. Before moving to their new country, they often join a class to learn English. Then, when they arrive, they can pick up English through conversations with native speakers. They may need to look up new words or go over their previous lessons to become fluent during this process.

* World Englishes là một thuật ngữ dùng để chỉ sự đa dạng của tiếng Anh trên toàn cầu, vượt ra ngoài tiếng Anh chuẩn Anh-Mỹ, Anh-Anh

The word "proposed" in the first paragraph is CLOSEST in meaning to _____.

communicated
suggested
connected
intended

What does the first outer circle in the model represent?

Countries where English is the first language
Countries where English is the second language
Countries where English is learned as a foreign language
Countries where English is not spoken

What does the passage say about the versions of English in over 50 countries?

They are similar to British or American English.
They are completely different from British or American English.
They do not borrow from local languages.
They have special vocabulary and expressions.

Which of the following is an example of English borrowing a word from Hindi?

Guru
Kopi
Cookie
Croissant

The word "They" in the last paragraph refers to _____.

Englishes
Native speakers
Immigrants
Conversations

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Match the words with their correct definitions.

1. 6.1 - A language that a person learns in addition to their native language

2. 6.2 - A language that a person learns naturally as a child

3. 6.3 - A language that is accepted by a country's government

Complete the sentences using the words in the box.

go over | propose | establish | pick up | look up

1. The committee will 7.1 several changes to the existing policy.

2. She was able to 7.2 a few phrases in Spanish during her trip to Mexico.

3. I need to 7.3 the meaning of this word in the dictionary.

4. She decided to 7.4 the presentation one more time before the meeting.

5. The company plans to 7.5 a new branch in the city next year.