Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and problems for Competitive examination

26) The approach to the Parthenon is the following:

a) non-linear

27) Name and give the height of the tallest pyramid in Gizah:

b) Cheops 410’

28) The Egyptian pyramid has the following characteristics:

b) used for worship

29) What name was given to the Roman bath at Caracalla’s warm water pool?

a) Tepidarium

30) Titus arch commemorated:

d) capture of Jerusalem

31) The Circus Maximum was:

d) all of the above ( a stadium for chariot racing, built by Julius Caesar, enriched with columns and marble) *

32) The Roman emperor Hadrian achieved in the Pantheon.. Span? How long?

c) 142 ft, 1400 years.

33) The Rosetta stone was the key of solving this.

c) Reading of Hieroglyphics

34) The Parthenon is located in what sacred site in Athens:

d) The Acropolis

35) The

Anorexia: Teenagers Affected Nearly Doubled

One of the most striking results to emerge from a recent survey is that the number of teenagers who suffer from Anorexia has nearly doubled in the last three years. This devastating social scourge is causing immense suffering.

Rising Crisis of Domestic Violence

Have you ever met a victim of domestic violence? What could we do to stop this social scourge? According to a recent survey carried out by El Mundo newspaper, the number of women who suffer from domestic violence has been increasing very seriously since 2009.

Addressing this issue requires collaboration: Politicians, teachers, doctors, and educators should work together to try to solve this serious problem.

Migration: Increase in Undocumented Arrivals

What... Continue reading "Addressing Critical Social Issues: Youth, Health, and Safety" »

Artistic style that developed in Europe and Latin America during the 17th century and part of the 18th century. Represented the magnificence of the Absolute Monarchs and the Catholic Church as well as the power of the wealthy bourgeoisie.

Grandiosity, dynamism, and drama, equilibrium, symmetry, and rationalism.

Emphasis on motion and complexity. Curved, concave, and convex shapes. Shapes were created through light and color. Realism to heighten emotions and move or surprise the viewer. Theatrical backdrops. Churches were extravagantly decorated and represented the gateway to heaven. The decoration stimulates faith and piety.

Architecture

The desire to incorporate a sense of movement. Churches and palaces. Curved cornices and split/broken pediments.... Continue reading "Baroque Art: Magnificence, Power, and Drama in Europe and Latin America" »

Essential Tools for Quality Management and Control

Many organizations utilize specialized quality tools to effectively monitor and manage their quality initiatives. While various types of tools exist, mastering the most common management tools for quality control is crucial for success. The key is to become familiar and comfortable with these quality tools so you can select the appropriate one from your toolbox whenever a problem needs to be solved or a process needs improvement.

Seven Key Quality Management Techniques

Flowcharts: Visualizing Process Steps

Flowcharts describe a process in as much detail as possible by graphically displaying the steps in proper sequence. A robust flowchart should:

• Show all process steps under analysis by the quality

Chapter Five

3) Captain Nicholls' Concerns

Captain Nicholls was deeply troubled by the war. Unlike many soldiers, he did not believe the conflict would be an easy victory. However, he hoped it would end before Albert could join the army.

5) Captain Nicholls and Stewart's Conversation

On their way to the barracks, Captain Nicholls and Stewart discussed the qualities of their horses.

Chapter Six

1) The Horses' Journey to France

The journey to France was arduous for the horses. They were nervous and fearful of the future and what might befall them during the war.

3) The Guns' Impact on Joey

The sound of the guns kept Joey awake at night.

5) Cavalry Squadron Losses

A quarter of the cavalry squadron was lost that day.

Chapter Seven

2) Trooper Warren's Care for

Legal System and Social Issues

Authorities (power) / bravery / capitalism / citizen (population) / citizenship / civil servants (public)

Advertising, Consumption, and Recycling Impact

Without Advertisements, People Wouldn't Buy Products

Without advertisements, people wouldn't buy products.

It is well known that the use of advertisements has increased over the last few decades. Nowadays most companies use this method to attract buyers. However, some people think that advertisements are excessive.

Personally, I feel that it is the best way to sell all types of products. For example, every day we use mobile phones and, when we go on the internet, we can see a lot of advertisements. It's not the only method; other companies prefer traditional approaches using cars, buses, or posters to promote their products.

Furthermore, in my opinion, if advertisements didn't exist, sales of products... Continue reading "Advertising Effects and Local Recycling Environmental Impact" »

1A. GRAMMAR

1.

1. older
2. never
3. that
4. have

2.

1. will have left
2. was playing
3. weighs

3.

1. hadn't destroyed
2. worrying
3. had sent
4. would buy

4.

1. won't be allowed into the theatre unless you've got a ticket
2. having my carpet cleaned at the moment
3. to buy a cake for the party
4. whose coat this is

VOCABULARY

1

1. boring
2. under
3. preparing
4. confident

2

1. donate
2. delay
3. depress
4. develop

3.

1. international
2. peaceful
3. responsible
4. innocent

4

1. respectful to their teachers
2. butterflies in my stomach
3. got married
4. protesters

READING

1. ABB
2. 1F2F3T4T
3. 1. deliberately
   2. architecture
   3. conquered
   4. culture
   5. popular
   6. temporary

1B GRAMMAR

1.

1. have won
2. will have to
3. will have finished
4. was being decorated

2

1. were watching
2. will have been playing
3. wouldn't have got
4. travelling

3

1. as tall as her cousin Joan
2. suggested going
3. the house where Charles Dickens was born
4. must have got very wet in the

Improvement methods:

1. Lean manufacturing is a system for maximizing product value. Six Sigma is a problem-solving methodology that uses its collection of tools to fix a specific project over a specific time period. All Six Sigma’s resources are targeted on this one project until the problem is fixed. While Lean Manufacturing encourages daily, general improvements, Six Sigma demands data-based, specific improvements for specific projects.

Six sigma:

Set of techniques and tools for process improvement. Their strategies seek to improve the quality of the output of a process by identifying and removing the causes of defects and minimizing variability in manufacturing and business processes.

The 6 Sigma method thus poses as a fundamental principle:... Continue reading "Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma: Methods for Quality Improvement" »

Chapter 10: Communication Theory in Practice

Communication Process Problems Identified

The primary issue was the medium used: email. Email inherently lacks context and rich information, leading to difficulties in encoding and decoding the message effectively.

Written Communication: Pros and Cons Analysis

It depends on the specific context. While written messages can reduce misunderstanding when well-crafted, several disadvantages were evident:

• Misinterpretation Risk: Receivers may still misinterpret the message, especially if the sender's writing skills are poor.
• Lack of Flexibility: Written messages cannot be immediately clarified or adjusted. This problem was intensified because Kevin Cole couldn’t reach his boss for immediate clarification.

Nonverbal