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The role of books in our life
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Bog'liq ingliz tili 30 talikThe role of books in our life
Books play a significant role in our life. They say that “When you open a book, you open a new world”. I believe that everyone would agree with this statement as books have become inevitable to mankind. For the majority of people, books are part of their everyday life. A book is like a best friend who will never walk away from you.
Books are packed with knowledge, insights into a happy life, life lessons, love, fear, prayer and helpful advice. One can read about anything under the sun. Books have been here for centuries and without them today’s knowledge of our past ancestors, cultures and civilizations would have been impossible. Have you ever thought what would have happened if intellectuals never documented their studies?
On the 23rd of April the world celebrates the World Book Day. This day is a celebration of authors, illustrators, books and most importantly reading. The main aim of the World Book Day is to encourage children to the pleasures of books and reading. The reason for choosing this particular date is interesting. The 23rd of April is a symbolic date for world literature because it is the date of death for many great authors and poets such as William Shakespeare, Miguel de Cervantes, William Wordsworth and many others.
About Polyglots
A polyglot is an individual who is fluent in not one foreign language, not two foreign languages, but several (generally three or more) foreign languages. Some have such a knack for learning foreign languages that they 'collect' them like vinyl records. Often, many polyglots learn languages deep into their adult years
The word ‘polyglot’ has its origins in Greek meaning the ‘ability to speak many languages’.
Having reviewed the literature and theories on polyglottism, it seems to me that an intersubjective examination is needed on where the thresholds should be with the polyglot community.
Obviously speaking a language should be more than simply being able to order in a restaurant. Using the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), B2 level is approximately the minimum to be able to say that you ‘speak’ a language. The CEFR describes B2 level as an “independent user” with the following competences in reading, listening, speaking and writing:
1. Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization.
2. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
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