Silence English
English is the mother of language. It is spoken worldwide. In most countries, this language is compulsory to be learnt by their students as a second language. In Malaysia, the government encourages the people especially students to master English so that they can communicate with people all over the world. Sometimes, English can be written but cannot be spoken. Do you know how this happen? The deaf and mutes communicate using sign language. Their language is unique and has no sound. The gesture and sign language help them to communicate with each other. Are they good in English? It is the common question puzzle on everyone’s mind. In my experience of visiting the deaf and mute school, I have the golden opportunity to ask one of the teachers there. I was informed that she has been teaching English to the deaf for 20 years. Have it ever cross your mind how they are able to understand English? ...