
Language and culture in Britain & North America
compiled & edited by In-tae Hwang
Kami Press·2024-03-01
- 230쪽
- 240×270mm
- 언어
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Language serves as a gateway to understanding the essence of a society, offering insights into various aspects such as its history, traditions, beliefs, and collective identity. With meticulous attention to detail, this book delves into the multifaceted dimensions of language usage. It covers pronunciation tips, fundamental vocabulary, idiomatic expressions from English-speaking countries, various types of paragraph structures, and strategies for reading journal articles from English newspapers and magazines. These components provide our collegian readers with the tools necessary to navigate the linguistic landscapes of Britain and North America with confidence and fluency. Moreover, through insightful key reading materials related to British and North American culture, and, even the concise history of the English language, readers are invited to embark on a journey of discovery and exploration. This journey allows our new students to gain a deeper appreciation for the rich heritage and complex interconnections that define these diverse societies.
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FOREWORD Introduction: “Culture and Intercultural Competence” Part Ⅰ. Saying and Reading English Texts Accurately 1 1. Tips and Challenges to Improve Pronunciation 3 2. A Overview of How to Pronounce Words Ending in “–s” 12 3. Pauses, Stress, and Intonation in English 14 Part II. 1200 High Frequency Words and 365 Idioms 21 1. 1200 High Frequency Words 23 2. Unraveling 365 IDIOMS 121 Part III. Active Reading Strategies for Academic Texts 153 1. English Paragraphs and Passages 155 2. An Outline Form of a Paragraph and a Topic Sentence 164 3. Kinds of Paragraphs 167 4. Reading English News Articles 176 Part IV. Readings for Understanding British & North American Culture 181 1. The United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland 183 2. The Commonwealth 191 3. Canada 193 4. The United States of America 197 5. United States Geography 204 6. A Concise History of the English Language 210 Bibliography 230
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