Attitudes to English: British Attitudes to Americanisms Flashcards
What does Engel believe Americanisms will do to English?
“Ravage” the English language
Does Engel have a Declinist attitude?
Yes
What does Engel acknowledge about American words coming to England?
This has been happening for centuries
Name a word Engel mentions which has multiple meanings to it
“Geek”
Why does Engel have an issue with the word “Geek”?
Because the multiple meanings do not enhance English, it further confuses it
How does Engel present British English speakers?
As victims
Why does Engel present British English speakers as victims?
Because they are having to adapt to the implementation of Americanisms
How could Ghana be represented in relation to being forced to accept English?
As victims
What is interesting about Engel representing Britain as victims?
It shows that even powerful countries can be subject to forced language change
Name an Americanism which Engel accepts
“Billion”
Why does Engel accept the word “Billion”?
Because it is easier to understand than “million million”
What argument does Engel present over 9/11?
That there were confusions over whether to report knives as “box cutters” or Stanley Knives
