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Arbeidsark: English as a Global Language — Power and Identity

Delt av Thomas Borthne-Skattum3. mai 2026

📚 English as a Global Language — Power and Identity

Vg1 Engelsk | Working Sheet


Name: _________________________ Date: _____________ Class: _______


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Task 1: Fill in the Missing Words 📝


Complete the sentences with words from the word bank below.


Word Bank: *lingua franca* | *soft power* | *linguistic imperialism* | *postcolonial* | *hegemony* | *hybridization*


  • English serves as a ______________ in international business, diplomacy, and aviation.

  • Hollywood and English-language media represent ______________ — cultural influence without military force.

  • When smaller languages disappear as communities adopt English, it can be seen as ______________.

  • Indian English and Nigerian English are examples of ______________ — new Englishes that blend local and global features.

  • ______________ nations often develop their own English variants as a way to reclaim language from colonial powers.

  • American and British cultural ______________ is embedded in language, media, and global communication.

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    Task 2: Matching — Concepts and Definitions ✅


    Draw a line to connect each concept with its correct definition.


    | A | B |

    |---|---|

    | 1. Linguistic diversity | a) The power of English speakers to shape global culture through media and entertainment |

    | 2. Language extinction | b) The variety of languages spoken worldwide, including minority and indigenous languages |

    | 3. Soft power | c) The disappearance of a language when communities stop speaking it |

    | 4. Mother tongue | d) A person's first or native language |

    | 5. Translation technology | e) AI and digital tools that reduce the need for English as a bridge language |


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    Task 3: Short Answer — Historical Context 📖


    Answer in 1–2 sentences:


    3a) How did the British Empire contribute to English becoming a global language?


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    3b) Why did English dominance increase after World War II?


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    Task 4: Critical Thinking — Who Benefits? 💭


    Read the statement and respond:


    *"English proficiency directly impacts job opportunities and salary globally."*


    Question: In your opinion, who benefits MOST from English dominance in the workplace? Who benefits LEAST? Explain briefly.


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    Task 5: Categorization — English and Identity 🌍


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