Influence of French and American on the English language

Listen to the following radio programme Word of Mouth, making notes as you listen, relating to
the following assessment objectives:

AO1 analysis using associated terminology and examples

AO2 critical understanding of concepts and issues relevant to language use (theories and
opinions)

AO3 contextual factors and how they affect meaning.

Translate these Anglo Norman words into modern English

Anglo Norman English

guerre war
garantie
gages
Guillame
garde-robe
chateaux
planche
poche
guichet

What are the main differences to note (consider spelling, pronunciation, punctuation etc.)?

How did the influence of French reflect the social and political climate of Middle England?
Things to consider:
 class
 occupation
 region

Discuss the following question in groups:

Is Americanisation ruining the English Language?

Listen to another Word of Mouth programme, this time exploring the effect of Americanisms on
English. Make notes as before.

Summarise the debate you’ve listened to including the key arguments for and against.

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