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English Grammar: Conditionals, Values, Vocabulary, and More

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Conditional Sentences

First Conditional

Expresses a possible condition and its probable result.

Form: (If/Unless + Present Simple) + (will + infinitive)

Examples:

  • If she trains hard, she will get fit.
  • Unless she trains hard, she won't get fit.
  • She will get fit if she trains hard.

Second Conditional

Expresses a hypothetical condition and its probable result.

Form: (if + Past Simple) + (would + infinitive)

Example:

  • If I won the lottery, you wouldn't see me again.

Third Conditional

Expresses an unreal past condition and its probable past result.

Form: (If + Past Perfect) + (would have + past participle)

Example:

  • If she had taken the drug, she would have gotten a better mark.

Vocabulary

Values

  • Go without: Do without something
  • Have a big heart: Be kind and generous
  • Let
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Understanding English Expressions and Vocabulary

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Understanding English Expressions Related to Sight

Give an angry look

To look at somebody in a way that shows you are annoyed with them.

Give a blank look

To look back at someone with a neutral look on one's face.

Give a cold look

Without emotion; unfriendly.

Give a knowing look

A knowing look is one that shows that you understand something, even though it has not been mentioned directly.

A breathtaking view

Very exciting or impressive (usually in a pleasant way).

Have good/poor eyesight

A good or poor ability to see; faculty of sight.

An idealistic vision

Be hidden from view

Not shown or exhibited.

Be visible to/with the naked eye

To need a device in order to be able to see something.

Be invisible to/with the naked eye

Something that can't be seen without the

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Enhancing Bilingual Education: Connecting L1 and Target Language

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**Enhancing Bilingual Education: Connecting L1 and Target Language**

**The Interconnectedness of Languages**

The assumption that "students' languages should be kept separate" is incorrect because it overlooks the natural connections between a learner's first language (L1) and the target language (TL). It is impossible to completely separate these languages as they are interconnected in the brain. Therefore, teachers should actively promote this connection.

Lambert, Tucker, and Cummins emphasize the importance of extensive communicative interaction and comprehensible input in the TL. While creating separate spaces for each language is beneficial, it is equally crucial to establish a shared space that fosters language awareness and cross-language... Continue reading "Enhancing Bilingual Education: Connecting L1 and Target Language" »

Academic English: Oral and Written Communication

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Academic English

Academic English refers to the oral, written, auditory, and visual proficiency required to learn and communicate effectively in schools and academic programs, where English is used as a vehicular language.

Academic English is usually formal in tone, it has an advanced vocabulary and impersonal style. We avoid contractions or shortened forms of verbs. We avoid personal pronouns. We may use passive forms and academic vocabulary.

  • EFL - English as a Foreign Language (in England)
  • ESL - English as a Secondary Language (in Spain)
  • ELF - English Lingua Franca
  • EMI - English as a Medium of Instruction

Understanding Genres in Academic English

A genre is a class of communicative events, the members of which share a communicative purpose. John Swales... Continue reading "Academic English: Oral and Written Communication" »

Essential Vocabulary for Transportation and Sports

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Transportation Vocabulary

  • At the wheel/Al Volante: Driving
  • Cruising/Conducir tranquilamente: Driving peacefully
  • To lean/Recolzar-se: To rest on
  • To whisper/Xiuxiuejar: To speak softly
  • To cuddle/Abraçar: To hug
  • Take a stroll/Donar un tom: To go for a walk
  • Unfasten/Descordar: To unbuckle
  • Safety belt/Cinturó: Seatbelt
  • Calaboose/Cotxe: Jail cell
  • Hold a grudge/Sentir rabia, frustració: To feel resentment
  • Wouldn't budge/No hi havia manera que sortís: Refused to move
  • Commuter/People who travel every day from home to work: Someone who travels daily for work
  • Challenge/Desafio, reto: A difficult task
  • Pedestrian/Peató: A person walking
  • Rush hour/Hora punta: Time of day with heavy traffic
  • To be pleased/Satisfer: To be satisfied
  • It is estimated that/Es considera que:
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Understanding AM Radio Receivers: Antenna Coils & Tuning

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Introduction to AM Radio Receivers

This document explains the RF tuning stage in an AM radio receiver, focusing on how it recognizes and processes incoming signals. The tuning stage selects the desired radio station. The resonant frequency of the tank circuit matches the carrier frequency of the station. This applies to commercial AM radio, which operates in the 530 kHz to 1600 kHz range.

We will also describe the characteristics of the antenna coil, including its resistance in the primary and secondary windings, and its design features. Additionally, we will identify the local oscillator (LO) and the mixer.

Recognizing and Identifying the Antenna Coil

An antenna is a device designed to transmit or receive electromagnetic waves in free space. A... Continue reading "Understanding AM Radio Receivers: Antenna Coils & Tuning" »

Wireless Network Technologies and Standards: Key Concepts

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1. Introduction to Wireless

  1. Which of the following accurately describes the goal of RF technology?
    R: To send as much data as far as possible and as fast as possible.
  2. Which of the following is a significant problem experienced with wireless networks?
    R: Interference.
  3. Which two of the following are unlicensed frequency bands used in the United States?
    R: 2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz.
  4. Each 2.4-GHz channel is how many megahertz wide?
    R: 22 MHz.
  5. How many non-overlapping channels exist in the 2.4 GHz ISM range?
    R: 3.
  6. The 5.0 GHz range is used by which two of the following 802.11 standards?
    R: 802.11n, 802.11a.
  7. Which three of the following modulation techniques do WLANs today use?
    R: OFDM, DSSS, MIMO.
  8. DSSS uses a chipping code to encode redundant data
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Electrical Circuits: Understanding Key Concepts and Safety Devices

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Electrical Encoding Schemes

There are two main types of encoding schemes: single-core and multi-threaded functional circuit diagrams.

Electrical Magnitudes and Measurement

Here's a table summarizing common electrical magnitudes, their units, and the instruments used for their measurement:

MagnitudeUnitInstrument
VoltageVolts (V)Voltmeter
CurrentAmpere (A)Ammeter
ResistanceOhm (Ω)Ohmmeter
PowerWatt (W)Wattmeter
EnergyKilowatt-hour (kWh)Energy Meter

Multimeter

A multimeter is a versatile instrument used to measure various electrical quantities.

Absolute Error

Absolute error refers to the difference between the value read on an instrument and the actual value.

Formula

Common Electrical Issues

Surge

A surge is an excess of voltage affecting the electrical grid. Surges... Continue reading "Electrical Circuits: Understanding Key Concepts and Safety Devices" »

Effective English Language Teaching: Key Concepts & Strategies

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Key Concepts in English Language Teaching

1. Language as Communication

Oral and written language. Factors that define a communicative situation: transmitter, receiver, function, and context.

2. Communication in the Foreign Language Classroom

Verbal and non-verbal communication. Extralinguistic strategies: non-verbal reactions to messages in different contexts.

3. Development of Linguistic Skills

Oral expression and comprehension, written expression and comprehension. Communicative competence in English.

4. Evaluating Foreign Language Knowledge

Evaluating foreign language knowledge as an instrument of communication between people. Interest in linguistic diversity through the knowledge of a new language and its culture.

5. The Cultural Framework of English

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Fire Prevention: Hydrants, Electrical Safety, and Signals

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Hydrants and Equipment

Hydrants are equipped with essential firefighting tools, primarily hoses. These hoses connect to a pressurized water network, providing a constant water supply for initial fire suppression. Key components include:

  1. Hose
  2. Valve Connection
  3. Support
  4. Nozzle Connector (connects the hose to the nozzle tip)
  5. Nozzle (directs, regulates, and controls water flow)

Hydrants: External Fire Prevention

Hydrants form part of the fixed fire prevention system. They are located outside buildings and connect to the water supply network through independent conduits. Hydrants are exclusively for firefighter use.

Fire in Electrical Installations

Source of Electrical Fires: Overcharge, voltage spikes, short circuits, and defective equipment.

Causes: Poorly... Continue reading "Fire Prevention: Hydrants, Electrical Safety, and Signals" »