History of English

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Objective

I can construct a narrative paragraph detailing key events in the history of the English language, using appropriate sequencing words.

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Warm-up video

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Practice

7 questions

1

Identify three Germanic tribes that contributed to the early development of the English language.

2

Explain how the arrival of the Normans influenced the English language.

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Write a paragraph that describes the arrival of the Anglo-Saxons and its impact on the language spoken in Great Britain, using sequencing words to show the order of events. Write a paragraph explaining how the Norman invasion influenced the English language, using sequencing words to connect the events and their consequences.

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