English Language Writing Skills

By Danso Kwasi Nti Samuel (DAS). Study the complete course source, examine every model and practise alongside Professor Jarvis.

Course printed page 475 PDF page 481 of 505

For tables, matching columns, IPA and original formatting, open the course PDF above.

Questions:

(a) What are the main reasons for using local languages as the medium of instruction in

Ghanaian schools, according to the passage?

(b) How does teaching in local languages benefit students in their early years of education?

(c) Explain the following expressions in your own words:

  i.   enhances understanding

 ii.   linguistic background

(d) How does the use of local languages in education contribute to preserving Ghana’s

cultural heritage?

(e) What is the impact of using local languages on inclusivity in education?

(f) What type of text is the passage above portraying?

(g) For each of the following words, give another word or a phrase that means the same and

can fit into the passage:

  i.   instruction

 ii.   grasp

iii.   heritage

iv.    barrier

 v.    onset