Tag Archives: English

English Humour

There are people who believe that the English are a serious nation. Some even think they are dour. I know that this sounds bizarre to anyone who knows English culture, but it is quite widely believed.

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When spellcheckers phayle you – homophone help

Spelling is not a moral issue. It is not an intelligence issue. Good spelling is related to factors like visual sequential memory, and good spellers were born with the talent. Richard Branson and Charles Schwab can’t spell. Spelling bees are just one more way we kill kids’ confidence in schools. Stop apologizing for spelling, and [...]

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