2010年7月30日「モバイル英語学習」第55号(エッセイ):The Number Three

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The number three has a lot of importance in English. Here are some further examples of the power of three and ways to use it.
The former British Prime Minister Tony Blair once famously said in a political speech:”Education, education, education”. Why do you think he repeated it three times? Well, even 10 years since he said those three words they are often repeated in the media. Similarly, everyone remembers an older quote “Government of the people, by the people, for the people” by Abraham Lincoln.
So if you want to be a great public speaker remember to repeat it three times! But before you make a speech remember to practise, practise, practise. (by Prof. Simon Smith )

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