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Mr. Jimi English
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Casual British English: An Exciting Conversation on Code and Language Learning JOHN:Hey Emma, how's the coding going? EMMA:Hiya John, a bit tough but fun! Your language learning? JOHN:Spot on, love it! Got a feeling our stuff's quite similar. EMMA:Oh really? JOHN:Yeah, both need logical brains, right? Syntax and grammar - kind of twins! EMMA:Fair point, John. But in coding, a wee mistake could mess up everything. With languages, not so much. JOHN:Right, but we both keep learning, eh? New words or new coding languages! EMMA:Spot on, John. It's a never-ending ride, innit? Plus, solving a tough code or speaking a new language feels brill! JOHN:Exactly! What's your dream with coding? EMMA:I fancy making apps to help people, especially those with disabilities. And your language goal? JOHN:That's smashing, Emma! Me, I want to be a polyglot and interpreter. Connect people, you know? EMMA:Brilliant, John. We're aiming different, but both for the good, right? JOHN:Right, Emma! Our different paths, same purpose, that's quite something! 1.What is Emma's primary area of study? 2.How does John compare programming and language learning? 3.What is the difference between mistakes in coding and language learning, according to Emma? 4.What are Emma's and John's respective ambitions? 5.How does John wish to use his language skills in the future? DEFINE: a bit tough, spot on, a wee mistake, never-ending ride, fancy Write 100 words about a difficult skill you are trying to master.
May 28, 2023 11:38 PM