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 have led to 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 the immense 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 its aspects. This involves the study of sound structures, the formation of words, the sequencing of words and the construction of meaning, as well as examination of the theories explaining these aspects of English
usage. 46 ______, which are raised by studying how speakers and writers employ English for a wide variety of purposes.