6.1 Before You Read

Fun With the Appalachian Dialect

Some characters in Bridge to Terabithia, one of your novel study choices, speak an Appalachian dialect from an area in the United States that is south of Ontario.

For example, the characters may:

  • leave out the subjects or verbs in sentences
  • use incorrect grammar (like “Don’t pay me no mind.” Instead of “Don’t pay attention to me.”)
  • use words in different and colourful ways

As you watch the video, pause and try out the accent for fun: