Write an essay. Choose one of the following topics and write an essay of at least 400 words. It may be humorous if you like.
Using examples from your family life and the speech of your friends, show how American English reflects American culture.
Contrast British and American vocabulary and usage, using examples from this unit and other sources, including previous knowledge and your own experience. For this you will have to do some research at the library and/or on the Internet. For this option, remember to document your sources properly, using MLA format (click here to review the Style Guide).
You will be graded on the following criteria:
Show a connection between culture and language.
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Use at least two sources to show differences between American and British English.
Make sure each paragraph contains one main idea and support. Use complete sentences including compound and complex sentences.
Include an introductory paragraph, proper transitions, and a conclusion.
Make sure your paper contains no errors in conventions such as spelling or grammatical errors, and is at least 400 words long.