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

Understanding Modern Tourism Trends

a. For the majority of tourists, a traditional tour visits the places they want to see. T: “... such tours are popular because most people want to see the same iconic sights and take photographs of themselves there.” (paragraph 2)

b. The “crash tour” won’t be relevant to people who are not interested in finance. F: “It is a fascinating tour, not only for those with an interest in finance …” (paragraph 3)

c. If you take the tour in Prague, you can be sure that you will be guided by someone who is currently homeless. F: “… all of which are led by people who have, at one time or another, been homeless.” (paragraph 4)

d. The writer is worried about the effect the new type of tours may have on...

Essential Verb Tenses and Phrases

• Used to have, told, found, read, didn't find, tried, are you taking, won't have, have already memorized, helps

Gerunds and Infinitives

• Selling, drinking, to hear, to sign up, to help

Creative and Descriptive Vocabulary

• Creative, decorator, identity, solution, predictable

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

• Ban, conscious, cope with, figure out, bear in mind

Common Action Verbs

• Bear, keep, brainstorm, changed, suspend, draw, set, get

Narrative Tenses in Context

• Noticed, had been hiking, took, had pulled, were, had got, hadn't intended, sat down, started, had become

Sentence Construction and Past Perfect

1. By the time they arrived, the presentation had already begun.
2. The band had released two albums before he became famous.
3. When Tim finally

13 Reasons Why: Unveiling the Mystery

A Dramatic Twist on Suicide

Imagine waking up to find mysterious audio cassette tapes at your doorstep. This intriguing premise sets the stage for 13 Reasons Why, a captivating series directed by Diana Son and Brian Yorkey.

Unwinding the Tapes of Truth

The series revolves around a young woman who takes her own life, leaving behind a collection of cassette tapes detailing the thirteen reasons behind her tragic decision. Each side of a tape reveals a person and a reason, unraveling a complex web of relationships and hidden truths.

A Chain of Whispers

As the protagonist listens to the tapes, the story unfolds, revealing the individuals who played a role in her life's final chapter. The tapes are passed from one...

Protecting Our Planet Through Daily Habits

In recent years, we have been polluting too much, and this has had a negative impact on the earth. Rivers and seas have been suffering from plastic pollution. For this reason, we must protect the environment, and we can start helping from our homes.

First, we need to start paying attention to reuse and recycle. We will learn something new, and this will become essential in our lives.

• Secondly, if we travel, we can always do it by bicycle, for example. This also helps to reduce transport pollution.
• Finally, if we really want to change things, we should teach children about the dangers of pollution and set an example as adults. You have to show them how to do things right.

In conclusion, pollution has been...

The Worst Day of My Life: A Titanic Survivor's Story

I am a Titanic survivor, and I am going to tell you how I spent the worst day of my life.

The Journey Begins

May 25, 1912, was my anniversary, and my wife gave me a trip to New York on the Titanic. I was delighted with the gift because I had never traveled so far from my hometown. On May 31, 1912, we went to Southampton to board the ship, and that is where it all began.

We boarded the Titanic, one of the largest ships I had ever seen. All the passengers were amazed as we started to settle into our rooms.

Life Aboard the Ship

• The first 3-4 days were great.
• The ship was crowded, and we made many friends during the trip.

The Night of the Collision

Everything changed on the night of April 14 to 15, 1912....

Financial Decisions and Lifestyle Debates

Spending Now or Saving for the Future

Is it better to enjoy your money when you earn it or is it better to save it for some time in the future?

Hello! My name is Laura, I am 18 years old, and I am in the first year of high school. The topic I am presenting in this essay addresses the choice between spending money immediately upon earning it or saving it for unforeseen events.

The Importance of Financial Planning

From my point of view, money is crucial in our day-to-day lives. The dilemma presented is quite difficult to manage. The moment you earn money, you naturally want to invest it in gifts and personal whims for yourself and your family. But on the other hand, money is a very important facet of our life;...

Character Profiles

Montresor

The protagonist of the story, Montresor is an intelligent, serious, and highly sensitive man. Though somewhat cynical, he is determined to achieve his goals. He ultimately decides to seek revenge for an unfortunate situation beyond his control.

Fortunato

A dominant man who is consistently self-assured. His tendency to mock and ridicule Montresor leads to his own downfall. Another minor character is Luchresi, a wine professional who refuses to accompany Montresor, thereby avoiding involvement in his macabre plans.

Literary Reflections

The Werewolf by Angela Carter

My favorite story is The Werewolf by Angela Carter. Having known the traditional tale of Little Red Riding Hood, I deeply appreciate the feminist perspective...

1. Present Simple Tense

Form

Base form of the verb or verb + -s (for third person singular).

Uses

1. Regular Actions: An action that happens regularly or habitually.

   Example: She often posts updates on Facebook.

2. General Truths: Facts or general truths.

   Example: This app doesn't work well.

3. Stative Verbs: A thought, feeling, or expectation (using stative verbs).

   Example: Do you want to buy this gadget?

Adverbs of Frequency / Time Expressions

always, usually, generally, regularly, often, frequently, sometimes, occasionally, rarely, seldom, never.

every day/week, on Mondays, once a month, at 1:00, at night, in the morning. How often...?

2. Past Simple Tense

Form

Verb + -ed or the irregular verb form.

Uses

1. Completed Actions: An action that was completed at a specific

Personal Profile

Friend Introduction

Parag (Name of friend, time you met) has been my friend for 7 years. I first met him in [Insert place/context here]. He is 19 and is studying [Insert field of study here].

Physical Description and Qualities

Physically, Jon is a teenager who looks younger than most others his age. He is of average height, neither fat nor thin. His plump, round face is framed by a mass of wavy white hair, and his sparkling blue eyes show his humor and friendliness. He also has a large nose. He prefers wearing casual, comfortable clothes; I don't think I have ever seen him in a perfectly ironed suit.

Talking about his qualities, I can say that he tends to be rather arrogant with unknown people. Nonetheless, he is kind-hearted, humble,...

Ross Lynch Song Lyrics Analysis

On My Own