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Welcome to Birmingham

 
It's day 1 and we're in Birmingham which is one hundred miles north-west of London, the place that we call home!
 
What are we doing here? Well, BBC Learning English is on a journey to find out about England, the people and the towns and cities. And we're very excited because we don't often get out of London.
 
Vist these pages each day and read our blogs to find out how we get on and to improve your English and knowledge of the towns and cities that we're visiting.
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Check out our personal pages. The Team ImageIf you see us then feel free to come and say hello.

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Why was Janet misunderstood?
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Birmingham

What is the name for the local Birmingham accent?

  1. Brummie
  2. Scrummie
  3. Birmie

Total votes: 94

Figures do not represent public opinion as a whole

Answer: Brummie
 
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JUST FOR FUN
How good are you at spotting silent letters?
Click on the Silent Invaders image to find out.
Your Birmingham
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