Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and exercises for English for Baccalaureate

Book Details: Pompeii by Louanne Piccolo

The book Pompeii is written by Louanne Piccolo. It belongs to the Burlington Books collection. The title refers to the famous Roman city destroyed by Mount Vesuvius. It’s a short and educational book suitable for learning about history in an engaging way.

Structure and Length

• Pages: Approximately 40–50 pages.
• Chapters: Divided into 6 chapters, making it easy to read and follow.

Reviewer's Personal Opinion

I think Pompeii is an excellent book because it combines history with an interesting story. The vocabulary is simple and easy to understand, which is perfect for students with an intermediate level of English (B1). The book also includes fascinating historical facts, and the activities help reinforce...

Journalistic Text Definition

A journalistic text is designed to report on events and issues of general interest. Its primary function is to inform, though it also incorporates critical reviews and opinions regarding news and events.

Core Characteristics

• Theme: Heterogeneous, addressing a wide variety of issues and questions.
• Sender and Receiver: Collective; a team develops the content, which is addressed to a general audience.
• Channel: Traditionally paper, utilizing written linguistic signs.
• Functions of Language: Primarily representative (to inform), though absolute objectivity is rare. It also employs appellate functions to attract readers and shape opinions, and poetic functions through the use of literary devices.

Linguistic and Grammatical Features

Syntactic

Book Three: The Return of Azarias

Paco and his family represent the victims of systemic injustice. His submission is absolute, and his harmony with nature is innate. A well-defined character, Master Ivan, walks with an air of arrogance and contempt, believing others are beneath him—a quintessential representation of the Señorito Franco era.

The central figure returns to be Azarias, who is evicted from his farm as "dirty and useless." He is integrated into the family of his sister, Régula, at the Cortijo El Pilon. The narrative describes his difficult adjustment to the house, his spring hallucinations, and his struggle to learn basic hygiene. The process is defined by daily routines:

• The repetitive nature of farm life.
• The arrival of Rogelio,

Unit 1: Vocabulary and Grammar

Vocabulary

1.1. 1. agree with, 2. developed into, 3. reminds of, 4. arrive at, 5. blamed for, 6. concentrate on, 7. succeed in, 8. praised for

2.1. 1. banned, 2. workout, 3. glanced, 4. spectator, 5. self-discipline, 6. scruffy, 7. opponents

3.1. 1. neglectful, 2. thrilling, 3. achievable, 4. opposing, 5. performer

4.1. 1. has taken, 2. scored, 3. will defeat, 4. are gathering, 5. draw

Grammar

1.1. 1. every, 2. since, 3. usually, 4. next, 5. last

2.1. 1. was performing, 2. are neglecting, 3. scores, 4. will break, 5. took up, 6. gathered, 7. defeated

3.1. 1. has defeated, 2. joined, 3. haven’t arrived, 4. gave up / had broken, 5. asked, 6. have banned

4.1. 1. have accused of, 2. has been looking at, 3. have arrived at,...

Level 1: Vocabulary and Grammar Practice

Level 1 Vocabulary

Exercise 1: Phrasal Verbs (Music)

• 1. Turn … up
• 2. Brought … up
• 3. Take … out
• 4. Back … up
• 5. Go on
• 6. Give … away
• 7. Put … down
• 8. Back up

Exercise 2: Contextual Phrases

• 1. Trust him
• 2. Enough space for everyone
• 3. We gave up the search
• 4. Do not lean on it
• 5. Was caught anyway
• 6. Of value

Exercise 3: Legal and Action Terms

• 1. Guilty
• 2. Raised
• 3. Trial
• 4. Forced
• 5. Turn … in
• 6. Released
• 7. Went on

Level 1 Grammar

Exercise 4: Reported Speech Transformations

• 1. Warned me not to approach the suspect.
• 2. Ordered me to lock the door then.
• 3. Admitted putting the jeans in his/her bag.
• 4. Complained that there had been too many burglaries in their neighbourhood.
• 5. Wondered where I had been the night before.

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The Cabuliwallah: A Literary Analysis

Literal Comprehension

A Cabuliwallah named Rahaman arrived near the house of the writer. He was a peddler who sold seasonal goods. Mini, the five-year-old daughter of the writer, saw him while the writer was busy writing his story. When Mini called him, he came towards her. However, as the Cabuliwallah approached the house, Mini got afraid and ran to her mother. To remove this fear from her mind, the writer called her back and introduced her to Rahaman. The Cabuliwallah gave her nuts and raisins. Subsequently, the Cabuliwallah became a regular visitor to Mini’s home, and they became good friends.

Rahaman sold seasonal goods. Once, he sold a Rampuri shawl to a customer on credit. But when he went...

Structure of the Work

The nobleman Alonso Quijano is driven mad by reading books of chivalry and decides to resurrect the dead knight—becoming enamored of Don Quixote and Dulcinea Del Toboso.

Don Quixote develops an action organized into three main sorties: the first and the second are narrated in the first part of the work, and the third covers the entire second half of the work.

Leaving the Village

The first time, **Don Quixote** leaves home alone. In the other two sorties, he will be accompanied by his faithful squire **Sancho Panza**. In the third sortie, the bachelor **Samson Carrasco** appears, who will cause their ultimate defeat.

Adventure Series

**Don Quixote** is confronted with reality, which he perceives as distorted, and often fails,...

Chapter 2

During a dinner hosted in his honor, Poligny and Debienne met with numerous guests, including the new directors, Moncharmin and Richard. The old managers were enthusiastic, and the food was very enjoyable. Suddenly, the guests noticed a strange man enter the room. He was pale and wore a black coat, matching the description given by the chief engineer.

The mysterious stranger began to speak. "The dancers are right," he said. "The death of this poor Bouquet may not have been natural." Poligny and Debienne were startled. No one had informed them that Joseph Bouquet had died. They peered at the strange guest, stood up, and asked his successors to follow him to his old desk.

There, they discussed a ghost and were advised to pay very close...

Each person has their own preferences for life in the country and in the city. It is obvious that both have advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages of Rural Living

• Nature: This includes uncontaminated air, picturesque landscapes, animals, and much more.
• Slower Pace of Life: You do not worry that you will not do something in time but work at your own pace.
• Strong Community Bonds: The relationships between the inhabitants of the countryside are generally very good. People know each other well enough to help one another.

Disadvantages of Rural Living

• Limited Access to Healthcare: There is often no medical center in the countryside, and to consult a doctor, one has to go to the city, which can be quite far.
• Limited Access to Amenities: The same goes