Fill in the mind map with more reasons for learning English.

It helps to operate a computer.

I want to understand rock songs.

It is interesting.

It is useful for travelling.

It is international.

It is necessary for education.

It is necessary to get a good and well-paid job.

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1 I think the English language is extremely beneficial; it has expanded my
knowledge greatly and has certainly broadened my mind. As a person, I am more well-rounded,
and I truly think everybody should learn another language.

2 I have used the English language for travel, and I am now looking for a job abroad.
Its a window to the world, and it has really helped me be a belter writer in my own language.
I have gained a greater appreciation for other cultures and my own.

3 The main trouble with English is that its full of nasty surprises. There are more exceptions
than rules and just when you think you know a word you find out that it has another meaning.
But its a good exercise for your brain and I enjoy learning it.

4 I just want to tell everyone who is thinking about learning English that you dont have to be
fluent, what counts is the effort. A person who just tries to speak another language is viewed very
differently from one who doesnt.

5 Its cool, it expands your horizons, you can get better jobs, more money, you seem more
intelligent, and people respect you more.