what is nonstandard language?

tennisgal · Nov 18, 2007, 10:58 AM

I am writing an language essay for my AP english language and compostion and I need major help!!

tennisgal · Nov 18, 2007, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Wondergirl

Well, think about it. What are the advantages of using a language only certain people understand? In the same way, what are the disadvantages? (I could list lots for each of those.)

How effective are they? within one's own group who also speak that way? in the larger group of people who do not speak that way? (lots of things to say here too--think about if you used many of those terms and how it would impact on your life).

ok thanks!

kiki_doki · Nov 18, 2007, 12:16 PM

How many words do yo have to do? and dont panic I used to leave all my essays until the night before they were due in (some people work well under pressure) so unless its like 10,000 words its do-able. Have you done an essay plan? You know things to include in the essay? I always give both sides, so you do an intro and then you also talk about standard English and its uses....ie Educational uses, factual books, The news (not trashy newspapers). But I would also talk about non standard English (or slang) and then talk about its uses. Literature that is more aimed at a younger audience will be non standard English as a means of the audience engaging with the text....now the text doesnt just mean written language in terms of books it can also mean radio, tv etc.
Hope it helps!



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