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Description
This study examines the effects of reading English comics on language skills, focusing on pragmatic knowledge and word choice in speaking tests. Research questions addressed whether reading English comics improves pragmatic knowledge and enhances word choice. Employing both qualitative and quantitative methods, the study involved 130 pre-intermediate students aged 13-15 from Pogo English Center. Participants were divided into an experimental group and a control group. Results showed that the experimental group, which engaged with English comics, performed better in pragmatic test quizzes—demonstrating improved understanding of conversational norms, nonverbal communication, cultural context, humor, and idiomatic expressions. Additionally, this group also exhibited superior performance in speaking tests with regard to word choice. These findings suggest that integrating English comics into language learning can significantly enhance both pragmatic and lexical skills.
Keywords: Effect; comics; pragmactic; lexical skills
