英语国家概况第一章1.pptVIP

A Survey of Major  English-Speaking Countries (2) Britain It is the short form for Great Britain. Officially, it should be the Great Britain, which comprises England, Wales, and Scotland. (3) England As for the great importance of England in the U.K. , people often use the word “England” when they mean the country. Many foreigners are often confused, so they follow suit. However, the people in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland do not like it. (4) British Empire ? of the world’s land area and population 2. Position 3. National flag :the Un