English is the language of the world and it is widely used, be it on the internet or real life. Almost every language book has translated English version which makes it easier to get information of the world.
It is highly essential to know English as a form of communication. English is a code we all use to express ourselves and also, to communicate with one another. English language has been a basic capacity in distingushing humans from other living beings, therefore it is capable of expressing ideas and concepts as well as moods, feelings and attitude. Since English is getting more common among countries, it makes it easier for people from around the world to communicate with each other.
As seen from the articles, it is said that China is trying to make it compulsory for most of their citizens to learn English. This shows that China is trying to catch up with other countries, and do not want to create any fuss if there's foreigners visiting China because those foreigners might not know how to speak China's native language. Since China has cheap labour, foreigners tend to migrate over and start investing, therefore English has became more and more important for them, so as to communicate well with the foreigners to prevent hassles and troubles. Sometimes, the citizens from China might even want migrate to elsewhere to study or work, therefore they also need English to communicate with others.
Movies in other languages has also been translated to English or at least have English subtitles. This shows that there is no need for any futher arguement to establish the advantage English language has brought to us at international level. In conclusion, I think that China made the right decision in making English compulsory for most of its citzens because it'll be helpful in the outside world and it will also benefit its economy and culture as well.
-Kimberley
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
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