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TubbaBlubba
zomgwtf said:
Not trying to provoke anything here, but that's really what it does to most people, at least around here in Sweden.
Why Do Protesters Gather at the Spelling Bee?
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The forum discussion centers on the protests against traditional spelling at the Scripps National Spelling Bee, led by activists advocating for phonetic spelling. Participants express strong opinions on the implications of simplifying English spelling, arguing that it undermines educational standards and literacy. The debate includes references to Mark Twain's proposed spelling reforms and critiques of the current state of English spelling, highlighting the tension between tradition and modernization in language. Key figures in the discussion include protester Roberta Mahoney, who emphasizes the need for change, and various users who share their frustrations with spelling inconsistencies.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of phonetic spelling concepts
- Familiarity with the historical context of English spelling reforms
- Knowledge of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its significance
- Awareness of the cultural implications of language evolution
- Research Mark Twain's "A Plan for the Improvement of English Spelling"
- Explore the impact of phonetic spelling on literacy rates
- Investigate global perspectives on language simplification
- Examine the role of educational institutions in language preservation
Language enthusiasts, educators, linguists, and anyone interested in the intersection of language, culture, and education will benefit from this discussion.
Not trying to provoke anything here, but that's really what it does to most people, at least around here in Sweden.
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magpies
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Well that's because your not american of course your going to protest that sweden is the best and if people act like america is better you will naturally not agree.
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BobG
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DaveC426913 said:
Or it could be a tongue in cheek comment about how I feel about our illegal immigration "crisis".
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TubbaBlubba
magpies said:
Sweden is great in many ways and terrible in many ways. I don't identify myself with my nation. I don't think I'd rather live in America, though.
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turbo
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BobG said:
Yes, the word that they stole from the French. That would be much nicer. That way when you have a whole bushel of zuccini to unload on neighbors, you can ambush them with a word that sounds like you might be giving them something they actually want.Thanks to French nobility residing in England, many of the English words for food products are derived from the French and NOT from English. Nobility did not have to tend kine, swine or sheep, but they loved to eat beef, pork, and mutton - all derived from the French.