Discussion Post #1

[Xiwei Gu]

I agree with most of the first passage as it lists so many facts about how human brain functions linguistic processes. It clarifies how each part of our brain can take certain responsibilities for effective communication. The second passage talks a lot about semantics in languages by illustrating how words express meanings and relationship between words. Language cannot be confined to a purely biological phenomenon. Everyone uses language in a different way. For example, illiterate people would sometimes neglect grammar rules. While others may employ intensive grammar usages which requires learning instead of simple brain processing. According to the first passage, information is sent from auditory cortex to Wernicke’s area which later allows Broca’s area for comprehension. For me, most of the English I learnt is through repetitive recitation which is time-consuming and inefficient. The second passage notices me the importance of incorporating words into phrases for better understanding of senses instead of references. I believe it would be helpful if I can require that kind of sense through daily communication.