Varieties of the English language. Differences in Vocabulary

One of the consequences of English being a global language is a number of its variations that differ in vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and spelling (for example, British and American ones). The most famous are the differences in terms and slang some of which are illustrated in this video.

Step-by-step work with the video

1. Match the national flags to the countries. Then watch the video and note down the variations mentioned.

a) the USA; b) Australia; c) the UK; d) Malaysia
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2. Watch again and complete the chart (there will be 15 words):

№	Britain	The United States	Australia	Malaysia
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…
…
15				brinjal

3. Search YouTube and make up the list of interesting videos about differences between "Englishes". I would be delighted to see the links to your lists in the comments.

Vocabulary and Phrases for Making Presentations in English - Мовленнєві кліше для оформлення мовлення презентації

1. Опрацюйте мовленнєві кліше для оформлення мовлення презентації. Read and translate.

Кліше

Структура доповіді узагальнена тут

https://jamboard.google.com/d/1gotLCu1XY8SFmwRqNJ7GTze4MzA_FnkuFp2CqIiu6M0/edit?usp=sharing

2. Виконайте завдання у сервісі Liveworksheets.

Worksheet

3. Homework: Перегляньте презентацію Education in Ukraine та доповніть розповідь необхідними кліше. Свої пропозиції запишіть до робочого зошиту.

Відео

Present Continuous - Sing and learn (Tom's Diner by Susan Vega)

1. First let's revise how to form the present continuous tense. Look at the scheme and answer the questions:
- What is the auxiliary verb?
- What is the ending?

2. Listen to the song and answer the questions:

1.  Where is the woman?

2. What is she drinking?
3. What is she reading?
4. What is she listening to?
5. What is the weather like?

Susan Vega "Tom's Diner"

Culture Reference

A diner is a small restaurant in the USA or Canada. Diners offer a wide range of foods, mostly American cuisine (hamburgers, french fries, club sandwiches), and a casual atmosphere. Thre is a combination of booths served by waiters and a long sit-down counter with direct service. Most diners have extended hours, and some, especially along highways, stay open for 24 hours.

A diner

3. Watch the video and copy out all the present continuous forms that you hear.

4. Download the worksheet here and do the task.

Environmental thinking - Mother Earth Song

It's never too early to start developing environmental thinking. The song "Mother Earth" is perfect for primary school children - they enjoy to sing and dance.

You can learn the movements here