The relationship between language and class in your own community
Write an essay that explores the relationship between language and class in your own community (be it
locally here in Montreal, regionally in Quebec, nationally in Canada, or internationally in another
country).Focus on the language(s) of your choosing (e.g. English, French, Spanish, Arabic,
etc.).
• How do words, accents, and syntax reflect and communicate socioeconomic identity?
• What stereotypes are there surrounding language and class in your community?
• How does the relationship between language and
class affect other aspects of life (e.g. business,
education, employment, government