...The purpose of this study was to compare the phonological skills in Spanish-speaking children with phonological disorders from two dialect groups in order to evaluate the impact of dialectal differences on the children’s phonological skills. The two dialect groups used in this study were Puerto Rican and Mexican. The study included 12 Spanish-speaking children with phonological disorders between the ages of 4 years, 4 months and 5 years, 6 months. A total of 6 children spoke the Mexican dialect and 6 spoke the Puerto Rican dialect. The method used for this study consisted of administering the Assessment of Phonological Disabilities-Spanish (ADP) to all children in order to assess their speech. The assessment consisted of single words containing...
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...Bigger and more powerful nations that inhabit smaller nations for various benefits should never deny a nation’s culture and roots, instead in these modern times people should be allowed to govern themselves and be independent nations. In the midst of the struggle over status (U.S commonwealth or Independency) only one clear realization can come of this, Puerto Rico ought to be independent and refuse commonwealth to the United States of America. One of the many benefits citizens from all democratic countries enjoy is the ability to choose their chief in command. As a commonwealth under the United States, Puerto Rican citizens cannot vote during the presidential campaign. They are allowed to participate in presidential primaries but not the final event. This is somewhat of an insult to the younger generation on the island being sent off to fight wars representing the U.S. having been denied the 2 privilege to choose the person who is sending them. As an independent...
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...S310: Spanish Grammar and Composition Spring 2005 Instructor: ________________________________ Email: _______________________ Office: ____________ Office Hours: ______________________ Phone: __________________ Required materials: 1. Repase y escriba: Curso avanzado de gramática y composición, 4th edition, María Canteli Dominicis and John J. Reynolds. John Wiley and Sons, 2003 2. Workbook for Repase y escriba,4th edition 3. Coursepack: Spanish Grammar: A Quick Reference, David Wren 4. A good Spanish/English dictionary Course objectives: To review and strengthen your understanding and use of major concepts of Spanish grammar including grammatical tenses, the subjunctive, pronominal verbs, passive forms, prepositions, and subordination, among other grammatical points. In addition, culture-related readings in Spanish will provide you with opportunities to learn new vocabulary in context and to practice conversation by means of in-class discussions. You will also learn and practice the general guidelines of how to write a composition, including organization and structure, coherence, sentence structure, word choice, accentuation, etc. The class will be conducted in Spanish. Pre-requisite: S275, placement exam, or departmental permission. Note: This class is the equivalent of S311. If you have already taken S311, see your instructor. Daily preparation: Before class, carefully read and study the sections...
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...1 “Armada is the Spanish word for a fleet” (http://www.rmg.co.uk/explore/sea-and-ships/facts/navies-and-warships/the-spanish-armada)The Spanish Armada took place from June to September in 1588. “The Spanish Armada’s task was to overthrow protestant England lead by Queen Elizabeth I. “ ( http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/tudor-england/the-spanish-armada/) The Armada is famous because Enlgand was a small nation with a small navy, they were going up against the greatest power in the world that was Spain. It took place at “The English Channel, the North Sea and the seas around the North and West of Scotland, the Orkneys and the West of Ireland.” http://www.primaryhomeworkhelp.co.uk/tudors/armada.htm With the help from Mother Nature they defeated...
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... Spanish 101-04: 5-units course CRN: 11555 Department: Modern Languages, Literatures & Phil. Term: Fall 2010 DISCLAIMER: The syllabus and calendar are a work in progress. Keep in close contact, by attending class regularly and checking Blackboard on a daily basis. Required texts: -- Donley, Benavides, Márquez. Aventuras Primer curso de lengua española, 3rd edition, Vista Higher Learning -- Aventuras Lab Manual/ Workbook/Video Manual. Vista Higher Learning, 3rd edition -- Supersite, Aventuras 3a edition, Vista Higher Learning (pass code comes with new textbook) Also recommended: www.wordreference.com (on line bilingual dictionary & thesaurus); www.studyspanish.com (extra practice) Course Description: This course offers a beginning level of Spanish and forms a part of the SPAN 101, 102, and 103. SPAN 101 introduces Spanish language grammar, vocabulary, cultural information, oral practice, and writing. The weekly requirements include class meetings (Monday—Friday, or Monday/Wednesday/Friday), a visit to the language lab, daily homework and workbook and lab book assignments. You are allowed to bring food and beverages to class. Attendance is mandatory. Course objectives: During this quarter, the goal is for you to… -- Begin to talk in Spanish about yourself, your preferences, and interests; -- Read, write and understand enough Spanish to handle basic social...
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...Montejo had his men set up a small fort on the Yucatán coast at 'Xaman Ha' in 1528, but they were unsuccessful in subduing the country and maintain their position. Montejo moved his conquistadors on to Mexico and subdued Tabasco in 1530. Montejo returned to the Yucatán peninsula in 1531 with a force of conquistadors that were allied with the Maya port city of Campeche.[58] While he set up a fortress in Campeche to base his campaign, he sent his son, Francisco Montejo the Younger (el Mozo), inland with an army to conquer the Maya. As the Conquistador army made their way inland, the leaders of some Maya states pledged that they'd be Spanish allies. Montejo the Younger continued on to Chichen Itza, which he conquered and then declared as...
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...CSM 104 Research Essay Why you should learn Spanish before you learn French? Speaking a new language helps you to get to know another people and culture, as language and culture go hand in hand. Because language simultaneously is defined by the world around us, learning another language opens one's mind to new ideas and new ways of looking at the world. While most of us can't hope to learn the languages of more than one or two cultures other than that of our own, those that we can learn help us to learn how other people learn and think. In North American, most people choose French and Spanish as their second or third language. Many people believe that Spanish is actually more useful than French, and obviously the foreign language most spoken and studied--by far--in the North America is Spanish. Compare with French, Spanish can offer a wealth of literature of Latin language, both modern and traditional. For example, when you are reading a Latin American websites, you may find that you could gain a sense of how other people think and fee if you know Spanish. As a matter of fact, both of the languages belong to the Latin group of languages. Hence, they show some similarities too. On the one hand, French is spoken by the country of France in the continent of Europe. On the other hand, Spanish is spoken in the country of Spain in the continent of Europe. However, French and Spanish are two languages that show enormous differences between them when it comes to the pronunciation...
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...WEIGHING AGAINST HISTORY: REVOLUTION VERSUS PROPAGANDA Introduction: The Philippine literature that we are using nowadays rooted merely from the revolutionary period during the Spanish colonization. At those times, Revolutionists emerged and wrote independence-based literary works that were brought by the misunderstanding of the aims of the propagandists and revolutionists. The propaganda movement only aimed for equality and reform of the Spanish constitution in the Philippines and not for total independence from Spain’s influence, which later on became the aim of the Revolutionists. In accordance to this, the study aimed to make a comparison: the Philippine Literature and History that that brought independence; and the Philippine Literature and History that never undergo Revolution. The study will detail each of the situation’s benefits and non-benefits to the society and the culture of the Philippines under the Spanish period. I. The Philippine Literature and History that Brought Independence “And so, Farewell, this is our final cry.” The line was taken from the famous literary work of Andres Bonifacio, “The Final Cry of the Filipinas”. Ka- Andres was one of the renowned heroes of the Filipino revolution during the Spanish regime. Bonifacio manifested his aim for freedom, not only in how he fought bravely during the war, but in his literary works as well. In his work, “What The Filipinos Should Know” in 1986, Bonifacio enlightened the sleeping hearts of...
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...a3d8d774e0ed57463344faf8f8e2ead2cc56ba22685af806c3f12e40622674bc Spanish Flag ita ab1e2c803f9612ac0187ef7263a9271ec103e9e21d9f6142bec1f901adb26d22 Italian Flag fra a6c6c61e8b8a8bb90f9aecdfde4ca1da8f0f6ddb1d34fa1db99782e1a1184abe French Flag por 83bf34d824378b3571baa885d7b8576bff3bba2f4d8e5b52fa828cf8bde4f183 Portuguese Flag swe 21d08ad18430618404a4dee9ecd2b1403238db3b4b2f662d486eefedabab09de Swedish Flag tur 341edd932a9379fc124aef9c95194d6f2ca20767aa165f1ebd3cd4136a43c5b0 Turkish Flag babbel f60c43b4fa062a6468c9ed3daf06d40fe592caa8f90fd53518041d2b190a5409 more… 8 Spanish Words We Should Be Using in English The following eight Spanish words have been carefully selected from two years on the Iberian peninsula spent studying the language and befriending its people. BY ED M. WOOD When I left university I felt like I was bursting through a set of saloon swing doors, arms loaded with qualifications about to hold up the professional world until they handed over the job of my dreams. I think many graduates feel like this, and this misplaced confidence compounds the disappointment when the professional world shrugs its collective shoulders. My reaction to this disappointment was to turn my back on the opportunity vacuum and stock up on soft skills. I googled for TEFL courses in Spain, found a charming townlet called Zamora in Castilla y Leon and booked myself a one-way ticket. My Spanish education, albeit informal, started almost as soon as...
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...The United states greet them with racial insults and comments to his family and friends. In September they both visit Key West were they are welcomed kindly. In there the directors of El Yara final meet Maceo. He also discovers that one of his brothers Raphael died in a Spanish Prison. Also the escape of his brother Jose Maceo. Maceo and Gomez are now traveling to New York on a ship called Lamparas. In New York they hold meetings at a hotel called Madame Griffon. This is the first time that Antonio Maceo and Jose Marti meet close up in person. Marti does not trust Gomez like he does to Maceo. Later Antonio goes to Veracruz, Mexico to gather money for the revolution. In this case he cannot make an understanding with the Mexican government and does not gather the money. On January fifth Antonio and Gomez see their families again in New Orleans. A man named Hernandez bus weapons for the war. He also alerts Antonio that there is a warship patrolling the waters. Also to be aware...
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...immigration inspector, and deportation officer. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS, Applicants for the position of special agent must meet the general requirements for a federal law-enforcement officer and must (1) be a U.S. citizen; (2) hold a Bachelor's degree or have three years of responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; (3) be in excellent physical condition, with good eyesight and hearing; (4) submit to urinalysis screening prior to employment; (5) possess emotional and mental stability; (6) be 21-34 years of age at the time of employment; and (7) have no felony convictions or records of improper or criminal conduct. OTHER REQUIREMENTS, Border patrol agents are required to demonstrate proficiency in the Spanish language. SALARY, A Bachelor's degree qualifies applicants for appointment at the GS-5 level, while individuals with exceptional experience or education may be appointed at the GS-7 level or higher. BENEFITS, Paid annual vacation, sick leave, life and health insurance, and a liberal retirement plan. About Border Patrol The United States Border Patrol is the mobile, uniformed law enforcement arm of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). It was officially established on May 28, 1924 by an act of Congress passed in response to increasing illegal immigration. As mandated by this Act, the small border guard in what was then the Bureau of Immigration was reorganized into the Border...
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...A Trip to Taiwan Hello, my name is Tiffany Smith. I am a transfer student from Mississippi Valley State University. I am classified as a junior and my major is Speech. I have always had an interest in foreign cultures. In high school, I studied Spanish for two semesters and it was an enriching experience. I have learned many aspects of Spanish culture consisting of language, food, clothing and history. Learning Spanish has been beneficial to me in numerous ways. First it has enabled me to converse with a different culture. Secondly it has prepared me for situations where I may need to know Spanish. And finally it has enabled me to assist people of Spanish culture. For example my occupation is very diverse and requires employees to be bilingual. My ability to speak Spanish allows me to assist customers. Learning Spanish has also helped me to appreciate Spanish culture. I am currently studying my second language which is Chinese. I have recently completed my first semester of Chinese and I am proud to say that I received a final grade of and A. I am very interested in Chinese culture and it has always been my dream at travel to an Asian country. I love everything about Chinese culture from the food, fashion, language, history, movies, different styles of fighting, healing methods and celebrations. Throughout the years through books and television I have admired Asian countries. I think Asian countries are very beautiful and artistic. I find Asian architecture amazing. I...
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...Simon really wavered when It came to things such as equality, democracy, and meritocracy, although he is very passionate about these things, he always gives himself too much power and it makes people like him less for it, and unlike theseus, Simon had to make tree journeys to his homeland and back until he learns what he wants for his nation. To give some backstory to what was happening in his life when he was born, the european colonies had started to revolt against their masters, Spanish South America had received a great number of these, and the Spanish had become more and more brutal in quelling every revolt, this was going on at around the time of Simons birth. Simon was born in Caracas to rich parents,...
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...I took an introduction to Spanish I, general Psychology I, Public Speaking and Organic Chemistry I. Along with school, I was briefly working two jobs and volunteering twice a week. I decided only to keep one job because it was too hectic. My title for the job I kept is Student Success Leader, which is similar to a peer-counselor. With the other brief job, I was a tour guide for the CUNY-wide College Explorers program, which gives tours to middle school students, with the intent of having them go to college. I volunteer for South Bronx United, where I serve as a youth tutor to high school students. I was also offered an opportunity to work as a tutor for the math department at BCC, seeing how well I did on the placement exam and both my Calculus courses, I declined the offer...
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...Although the baybayin had spread so swiftly throughout the Philippines in the 1500s, it began to decline in the 1600s despite the Spanish clergy’s attempts to use it for evangelization. Filipinos continued to sign their names with baybayin letters throughout the 17th, and even into the 18th century, though most of the documents were written in Spanish. Gaspar de San Agustín still found the baybayin useful in 1703. In his Compendio de la lengua Tagala he wrote, “It helps to know the Tagalog characters in distinguishing accents.” And he mentioned that the baybayin was still being used to write poetry in Batangas at that time. But in 1745 Sebastián Totanes claimed in his Arte de la lengua Tagala that, Rare is the indio who still knows how to read [the baybayin letters], much less write them. All of them read and write our Castilian letters now. However, Totanes held a rather low opinion of Philippine culture and other writers of the period gave a more balanced view. Thomas Ortiz felt it was still necessary to describe the Tagalog characters in his Arte y Reglas de la lengua Tagala of 1729 and as late as 1792 a pact between Christians and Mangyans on the island of Mindoro was signed with baybayin letters, which is not surprising because the Mangyans never stopped using their script. Many people today, both ordinary Filipinos and some historians not acquainted with the Philippines, are surprised when they learn that the ancient Filipinos actually had a writing system of their...
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