A linguist is interested in what is said, not what he thinks ought to be said. He describes language in all its aspects, but does not prescribe rules of correctness He does not believe that there Is some

I. The Definition of language II. Design Features of language III. Functions of language

Why does language provide such a fascinating object of study?

Try to find out all expressions showing graceful hands” in our text.How many times? Find out words of Mrs. Clark Pick out descriptions about ward and Mrs Clarks physical conditions

The hyde school In 1966, Joseph W. Gauld founded the first Hyde school in Bath, Maine in response to a system of education which hebelieved was failing its children because of conflicting priorities. His search for a new approach in education led to a program that valued attitude over aptitude, effort over ability, and s character over talent

Lead-in Questions 1. Are you iron deficient 2 How would you know? a, tired b have reduced ability to exercise. C have poor stamina d get frequent infections e are lethargIc

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Lead-in activities What is ethics in our country? Honesty and modest are two basic ethics in our country. A society with ethics is a society with prosperity, so is business. 2. By far, which country is the relatively clear country in the world? Why? Singapore. two possible reasons: near-perfect welfare system; high salary for all the working people

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