Language教学课件7.pptVIP

In 1066 By the latter half of the 14th century In 1399 English had come into widespread use among all classes in England. Henry IV became King of England and used English for all official events. Time Events The Normans defeated England and took control of the country. Part 3 Modern English During the Renaissance in the 16th century Time Events During the Renaissance in the 16th century Modern English appeared. Time Events Read and answer the questions. 1.Why does the English language have so many rules that confuse people? Read and answer the questions. 1.Why does the English language have so many rules that confuse people? Because it is made up of the grammar and vocabulary that people from differentcountries and cultures brought with them to Britain. 2. Where did the English come from? 3. Why can words with similar meanings be found in the English language? 2. Where did the English come from? It came from the word Engle, as it is spelt in old English. 3. Why can words with similar meanings be found in the English language? 2. Where did the English come from? It came from the word Engle, as it is spelt in old English. 3. Why can words with similar meanings be found in the English language? These words with similar meanings developed because each word came from a different language. 4. Who made the greatest contribution to thedevelopment from Old English to MiddleEnglish? 5. Why are many of the words for animalsdifferent from those for meat in English? 4. Who made the greatest contribution to thedevelopment from Old English to MiddleEnglish? The French-speaking Normans, who tookcontrol of England in 1066. 5. Why are many of the words for animalsdifferent from those for meat in English? 4. Who made the greatest contribution to thedevelopment from Old English to MiddleEnglish? The French-speaking Normans, who tookcontrol of England in 1066. 5. Why are many of the words for animalsdifferent from t