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Sentence structure: Pidgin English frequently uses distinct
sentence structures compared to British English. This includes
placing greater emphasis on topic-comment structures, leaving
out specific grammatical parts and employing varying word
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sequences.
Usage and Etiquette: Pidgin English is commonly seen in casual
situations, like chats among buddies or relatives, while British
English is used in both formal and informal environments.
Code-Switching: Pidgin English users often change between
Pidgin and other languages or dialects, based on the situation and
who they are talking to. Code-switching is not as frequent among
speakers of British English.

(c) Reading a conversation between Asha and Agnes. Ask them to
discuss how to interpret information from spontaneous and non-
spontaneous conversations.

Then, use the ‘Did you know?’ section and other resources to
teach them to interpret information from spontaneous and non-
spontaneous conversations.

(d) Discussing how planned conversations differ from rehearsed
conversations and the key factors that enable them to flow naturally
and spontaneously.

Response to Activity (e)
Students’ responses may vary. Use the following guide:
Unplanned discussions and practise discussions vary in their
amount of spontaneity and readiness. Thoughtful planning
for conversations includes preparation, yet maintains room for
spontaneity and adaptability during the interaction. On the other
hand, rehearsed dialogues are carefully planned and practised
ahead of time, allowing minimal space for spontaneity or straying
from the planned script.

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