Question

Should Everyone Speak English? You have been asked to respond to this question: Should everyone in the world speak English? Some support the idea of a universal language because hundreds of languages are currently spoken around the globe, and a single worldwide language would help everyone to communicate more efficiently. Those against this idea highlight the fact that language is an important part of the world's diversity and culture. What do you think? In a well-developed essay, argue your stance on this issue. Use evidence and examples to defend your position. As you write, remember your essay will be scored based on how well you: develop a multi-paragraph response to the assigned topic that clearly communicates your thesis to the audience. support your thesis with meaningful reasons and sufficient details. address the readers' concerns, opposing viewpoints, or counterarguments. organize your essay in a clear and logical manner, including an introduction, body, and conclusion. use well-structured sentences and language that are appropriate for your audience. edit your work to conform to the conventions of standard American English.

Answer 1

          SHOULD EVERYONE IN THE WORLD SPEAK ENGLISH?

My answer is "Yes".  Eventhough language is one of the most valuable aspects of any culture, the mastery of a second language opens new opportunities for an individual in different areas such as art, culture, technical, scientific, or for traveling and tourism purposes.

The idea is not that the entire world speaks one and unique language as English, because each people have their own origins and customs that are highlighted and transmitted precisely by native language.  

Language helps uniting societies, giving them unique and proper characteristics that determine the final identity of people.  Language also helps creating strong ties in society such as religion aspects, family backgrounds, principles and behavior rules for people who share it.

This is why, for example, we see that in countries with a high volume of immigrants they create like a big circle in which they feel united and protected themselves and it's because of the language they share.

On the other hand, the fact that everyone should speak English as a second language is important because this gives the individual a double opportunity for working and getting involved in the society where he/she performs but at the same time keep the roots of his/her environment or culture.