American English vs. British English

Grade level: 6 - 8

Objective: You will examine the main differences between the two versions of the English language - American English and Standard British English.

Benefits: You will learn to be consistent in your use of English and also be understood - words have distinct meanings, pronunciations, spelling rules, etc., depending on whether you are talking or writing to an American or a Briton.


Common Core Standards: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.1; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.2; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.3; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.6.4; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.7.3; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.7.4; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.8.3; CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.8.4.

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