History of English

Today we learned Old English and Middle English. Historically English can be divided into three period: Old English, Middle English and Modern English. Old English is the language spoken and written in England before 1100. Middle English was spoken and written in England from about 1100 to about 1500. Modern English starts from about 1500. Shakespeare’s dramas are written in Modern English. Beowulf is a heroic poem and the highest achievement of Old English. Old English is difficult. Today’s Mr. Yoshida’s class is very fun. I am looking forward to next week.

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