Homonym, ellipsis, etymology.
Without googling their definition?
I'm just trying to comprehend why children will need to learn these terms. I have completed my degree and lead a successful adult life without needing to understand what these are. So why, oh why, are they priorities in the Programme of Study for English?!
Now the definitions of these words are all straight forward and I recognise the need for children to structure their language fluently and eloquently, however this can be achieved a multitude of ways without forcing them to learn the definitions of ridiculous words.
I would really appreciate other views on this. Have you ever needed to refer to these terms in your adult life?
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Question: Do you know these English language terms?
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HenriettaHedgehog · 20/05/2013 21:29
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