English Language Day
von Raul Valencia Mendoza
1. The origin of English begins in the 5th century
1.1. with germanic invasion to great britain
1.2. reign of william I (1066)
1.2.1. French language of courts and official activity
1.2.2. French speaking upper classes, English speaking lower classes
2. Its diffusion is born from wars and power contests.
2.1. 20th century was established in institutions.
3. The different varieties of English are known as World Englishes.
4. More than 1.75 billion people speak English worldwide
4.1. it has become a necessity to communicate in the world.
5. first held in 2010 alongside the six official languages of the united nations.
6. is celebrated in commemoration of Shakespeare's birthday on April 23
7. Shakespeare's creativity contributed hundreds of words and phrases