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.

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　　11. [D] Fred may have borrowed a sleeping bag from someone else.

　　12. [B] It will cool down a bit over the weekend.

　　13. [C] Hosting a TV program.

　　14. [D] The plants should be placed in a shady spot.

　　15. [C] Go to bed early.

　　16. [B] She has learned to appreciate modern sculptures.

　　17. [A] They seem satisfied with what they have done.

　　18. [A] The man shouldn't hesitate to take the course.

　　19. [B] Domestic issues of general social concern.

　　20. [D] Based on public expectations and editors' judgment.

　　21. [B] Practical experience.

　　22. [A] Their average life span was less than 50 years.

　　23. [C] Learn to use new technology.

　　24. [D] When all people become wealthier.

　　25. [C] Control the environment.

　　26. [B] To alert teenagers to the dangers of reckless driving.

　　27. [A] Road accidents.

　　28. [C] It has accomplished its objective.

　　29. [B] Customers may be misled by the smell.

　　30. [C] Supportive.

　　31. [A] The flower scent stimulated people's desire to buy.

　　32. [C] A passenger train collided with a goods train.

　　33. [C] The cause of the tragic accident remains unknown.

　　34. [A] There was a bomb scare.

　　35. [D] Drive with special care.

　　36. tongue

　　37. official

　　38. administration

　　39. commerce

　　40. spread

　　41. disadvantaged

　　42. competence

　　43. investigate

　　44. come to understand how it is used as a symbol of both individual identity and social connection

　　45. 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