English is the leading international language. In different countries around the globe, English is acquired as the mother (36) ________, in others it’s used as a second language. Some nations use English as their (37) ________ language, performing the function of (38) ________; in others it’s used as an international language for business, (39) ________ and industry.

　　What factors and forces cet6w.com the (40) ________ of English? Why is English now considered to be so prestigious that, across the globe, individuals and societies feel (41) ________ if they do not have (42) ________ in this language? How has English changed through 1,500 Years? These are some of the questions that you (43) ________ when you study English.

　　You also examine cet6w.com variability of English and (44) ________. You develop in-depth knowledge of the intricate structure of the language. Why do some non-native speakers of English claim that it’s a difficult language to learn, while (45) ________? At the University of Sussex, you are introduced to the nature and grammar of English in all aspects. This involves the study of sound structures, the formation of words, the sequencing words and the construction of meaning, as well as examination of the theories explaining cet6w.com of English usage. (46) ________, which are raised by studying how speakers and writers employ English for a wide variety of purposes.

　　36. tongue

　　37. official

　　38. administration

　　39. commerce

　　40. spread

　　41. disadvantageed

　　42. competence

　　43. investigate

　　44. You also examine cet6w.com variability of English and come to understand how it's used as a symbol of individual identity and social connection。

　　45. Why do some non-native speakers of English claim that it's a difficult language to learn while infants born into English speaking communities acquire their language before they learn to use forks and knives?

　　46. You are encouraged to develop your own individual responses to various practical and theoretical issues