Taiwan's Innovative Approach: English Lessons on Rubbish Trucks

In Tai Nan, Taiwan, a campaign called Let's Talk English plays English lessons over loudspeakers to improve local residents' language skills. This initiative aims to attract tourists and boost the economy by replacing classical music with English lessons. The program has notably improved the English of truck drivers and rubbish collectors. Chen Sao Thai, a garbage truck driver, is proud of his progress, and the initiative is seen as a step towards internationalization.

What is the main purpose of the Let's Talk English campaign in Tainan?

• To replace classical music with English lessons

• To improve English skills for attracting tourists

• To teach advanced English grammar

• To entertain residents with music

Why is Taiwan focusing on improving English skills?

• To boost local economies by attracting tourists

• To prepare students for international exams

• To compete with other countries in technology

• To improve communication within the country

Who has notably improved their English skills due to the campaign?

• Truck drivers and rubbish collectors

• Local teachers

• School children in Tainan

• Tourists visiting Tainan

What role does Chen Sao Thai play in the initiative?

• He is the mayor of Tainan

• He is a teacher in the program

• He is a tourist visiting Tainan

• He is a garbage truck driver who improved his English

What does Tainan's Mayor believe about the educational garbage trucks?

• They should be replaced with music trucks

• They are not effective

• They mark the city's first steps towards internationalization

• They are a temporary solution