Why Is English Like That?: Historical Answers to Hard ELT Questions,Used

Why Is English Like That?: Historical Answers to Hard ELT Questions,Used

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Why is 'night' spelled with 'gh'? Why can't sentences end with prepositions? Why does English have so many words that express the same ideas? Questions like these can be difficult for teachers to answer when they do not know the historical background of the English language. Why Is English Like That? gives teachers a brief and accessible history of the English without assuming any prior knowledge of the subject.The book outlines the historical events that shaped English; describes how its grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and pronunciation developed over time; and highlights the 'quirks' and 'exceptions' in English that can be explained on a historical basis. By understanding how the English of today evolved from the English of past times, both teachers and students will be more comfortable with the many conventions of the English language.Why Is English Like That? also contains reproducible grammar and vocabulary exercises that will help teachers incorporate some of this historical knowledge into classroom activities. This book was written with English language teachers in mind, and the exercises are designed for ESL/EFL students, but it may also be used by teachers in training (L1 and L2).

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  • Q: What is the main topic of 'Why Is English Like That?' A: 'Why Is English Like That?' explores the historical background of the English language, addressing common questions about its grammar, vocabulary, and spelling.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Norbert Schmitt.
  • Q: What is the length of the book? A: The book contains 256 pages.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for ESL/EFL teachers? A: Yes, the book is specifically designed for English language teachers and includes exercises for ESL/EFL students.
  • Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in an illustrated edition.
  • Q: When was 'Why Is English Like That?' published? A: The book was published on February 10, 2006.
  • Q: Does the book include exercises for classroom use? A: Yes, it contains reproducible grammar and vocabulary exercises for classroom activities.
  • Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
  • Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Linguistics.
  • Q: Can this book help with understanding English language quirks? A: Yes, it highlights the quirks and exceptions in English, explaining them through historical contexts.

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