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#Grammar&Vocabulary
Evolving English
The tension between descriptive and prescriptive grammar
Updated: 2021.09.30
3 min read · Intermediate
Evolving English
영어의 진화
Discussion Questions
Q1
In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.
Q2
Have you ever corrected someone else’s grammatical error or pronunciation in a conversation?
Q3
Have you ever fought over the correct usage of a word or phrase?
Q4
If dictionary updates include explanations that some might consider “incorrect,” can English learners trust dictionaries? Why or why not?
Q5
Do you think language should have a consistent pattern, or do you think changes and adaptations are natural?
Q6
After reading this article, have you noticed any changes in the way you perceive your own mistakes in using English?
Q7
Does your country have a regulatory body that decides how the language should be used and what is grammatically correct? Do you think the institution is important?
Q8
If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.
Expressions
slip of the tongue
a minor mistake in speech
例句
1

I know you’re deeply offended, but what Larry said was a stupid slip of the tongue — he was drunk anyways.

例句
2

Earlier, Alex broke the news that she was dating Piper’s ex-fiancé, and Piper got taken aback. I guess it was just a slip of the tongue.

observe
fulfill; comply with
例句
1

To stay away from trouble, you have to observe the list of rules published by the administration.

例句
2

In the past, the observance of religious principles and obligations was heavily emphasized.

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