The American Language Summary
H. L. Mencken

Everything you need to understand or teach The American Language by H. L. Mencken.

  • The American Language Summary & Study Guide
  • 30 The American Language Lessons
  • 20 Activities
  • 180 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 60 Short Essay Questions
  • 20 Essay Questions
  • Pre-Made Tests and Quizzes
  • ...and more

The American Language Summary

As a journalist, Henry Louis (H. L.) Mencken had little work during World War I because of his pro-German sympathies. To stay busy, he explored a subject that fascinated him: the evolution of American English from British English. The result, The American Language, was published in 1919. Mencken began working on the book in 1910, while still working for the Baltimore Sun. After the book's publication, Mencken received additional material from people all over the...

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Study Pack

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The American Language Study Guide

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