Speech acts are difficult to perform in a second language because learners may not know the idiomatic expressions or cultural norms in the second language or they may transfer their first language rules and conventions into the second language, assuming that such rules are universal.peech acts include real-life interactions and require not only knowledge of the language but also appropriate use of that language within a given culture. Here are some examples of speech acts we use or hear every day: Greeting: Hi, Eric.
Chicago movie critic Gene Siskel, who made a career of trading thumbs-up and thumbs-down reviews with archrival Roger Ebert on their syndicated TV show, died yesterday, nine months after undergoing surgery for a brain tumor.
DNA analysis reveals genetic heart defect that could have killed Elvis. Elvis Presley died of a heart attack in August 1977, aged 42; DNA from his hair offers new theory as to the cause of his death; Scientists found that he was genetically prone to heart muscle disease; Analysis also found 'mutations' causing obesity, glaucoma and migraines; By Sara Malm