Monday, April 30, 2018

Ireland's Ancient Language

While English is currently spoken throughout Ireland, the Irish people have a unique language of their own.  Mr. Mitchell has a few interesting comments about the languages spoken in this part of Europe.

Answer Mr. Mitchell's questions for house points:

1.  What are three English words that have originated from the Irish Gaelic language?

2.  Mr. Mitchell explained the unique Irish word order of verb, subject, object which is different from the English order of subject, verb, object.  There are four other word orders.  What are they and where are they spoken?
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  1. knowingdogMay 18, 2018 at 8:17 AM

    How those are some very interesting comments by Mr. Mitchell.
    Here's some more information about the Irish language and manuscripts currently on exhibit at the Trinity Museum:
    https://www.irishtimes.com/news/trinity-college-puts-rare-irish-language-manuscripts-on-display-1.3499161?mode=amp

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