Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and exercises for English for Other courses

Biography of a Family Member: My Father

By: [Your Name]

My father's name is Carlos. He is a very important person in my life, and I admire him a lot.

Carlos works as a mechanic in a car workshop. He fixes vehicles and helps people when they have mechanical problems. He works very hard every day.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with the family. He often helps me with things I don’t understand and always provides good advice. He has also taught me a great deal about cars.

My father is a wonderful role model. He is kind, hardworking, and always supportive. I hope that in the future, I can be as good a person as he is. I love my father very much.

Travel Diary: Santiago de Compostela

Hi everyone!

I love traveling and discovering new places....

William Shakespeare

Importance of the Author

Despite his great fame as a playwright, William Shakespeare, one of the greatest literary figures in England, remains somewhat enigmatic. There is limited information available about his life, which makes it challenging to fully understand his work.

Origin

Born in Stratford-upon-Avon, a small rural town located on the banks of the River Avon, approximately 130km from London, on April 23, 1564.

Historical Background

The historical background is that of Elizabethan England. The country was beginning to recover after a long period of war: first, the Hundred Years' War, then the Wars of the Roses, and finally, civil strife between Henry VIII and his children, Edward VI and Mary Tudor. When Queen Elizabeth...

The Coca-Cola Formula: A Marketing Mystery

The Secret Ingredient

The secret formula for Coca-Cola, created by John Pemberton, has been placed in a bank vault. Some people say the secret ingredient was cocaine, while others claim it was a mixture called 7X. It doesn't really matter because the important thing is the marketing, not the formula itself.

Formula Facts

• It would be useless to copy it.
• It was given a place in American pop culture.
• Deciphering the formula is possible.
• John Pemberton, a pharmacist, created the formula in his laboratory.

Guarding the Secret

A) They risked going to prison because they wanted to get $1.5 million for revealing the formula.
B) We know that Coca-Cola wants the formula to be a mystery because they placed it in a bank...

Effective Strategies to Manage Anxiety and Panic

Avoid any anticipation; do not think about anxiety. This is the most important cause for maintaining and growing anxiety. Mere speculation is a seed we plant that causes increased insecurity. The right way is to "live without thinking" until time X arrives, at which point we simply do what follows next.

Prepare a Mental Script

Having prepared a script is the time to tell ourselves (the script should be prepared in advance with a psychologist and essentially contains the idea that while we experience intense fear, fear will not kill us; it is simply something that "subsides" as we act normally). I will not die, even if it feels scary.

Control Your Breathing

Breathe deeply. If we notice tingling in...

Competition

My name is Camila Domínguez Távara and I am 19 years old. I am Peruvian, originally from Peru, and I currently live in Madrid in a spacious, historic apartment with my mother. I work at Carrefour in the Commercial Administration department and am currently studying for an Administration and Finance vocational degree. Upon graduation, I plan to attend university while continuing to work to support my mother.

My weekday routine begins at 5:00 a.m. My commute involves a train and a private company bus, taking approximately 90 minutes. I use this time to sleep and listen to music. My workday runs from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., followed by online studies in the evenings. On weekends, I enjoy sleeping in and attending swimming lessons.

In...

Technology's Impact on Teenagers

Benefits of Technology for Teens

Teenagers use technology constantly because it simplifies their lives and offers opportunities for learning. They primarily use the internet to search for information and connect with others through social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter. This allows them to expand their knowledge and interact with people worldwide.

Potential Downsides of Technology Use

However, internet use can become addictive for some young people, leading to significant problems in their lives. Excessive screen time can negatively impact their personal lives and relationships.

The Rapid Pace of Technological Advancements

In recent years, technology has advanced so rapidly that it's been difficult to...

Mastering Article Writing

Title

• Opening Questions: Have you ever...? Do you ever wonder...? Do you think that...?
• Introducing Ideas: Firstly, First of all, Apart from that...
• Giving Examples: Such as..., For example...
• Conclusion: It seems to me, What I think...

Writing a Formal Job Application

• Opening: Dear Sir/Madam,
• Reason for Writing: I am writing in response to...
• Skills and Experience: I am experienced; I have worked for many years.
• Personal Qualities: I am hard-working, sensible, outgoing, sociable, calm, and efficient. I enjoy working with people.
• Value Proposition: I would like the opportunity to... I would be delighted to... I would be able to improve my...
• Closing: I look forward to hearing from you. Yours faithfully,

Formal Letter Writing

• Complaints:

Vocabulary Definitions and Terms

Here is a list of English words with their Spanish translations and related terms:

• ATTEND: asistir
• ACHIEVE: lograr, conseguir
• PAY ATTENTION: prestar atención
• ENCOURAGE: animar
• DISRUPT: interrumpir
• REVISE: repasar
• ACCEPT: aceptar
• ALLOW: permitir
• APPEAR: aparecer
• BEG: rogar, pedir
• MISS: echar de menos, perder algo
• CURRICULUM: currículo, plan de estudios
• SUBJECT: asignatura
• DISCIPLINE: disciplina
• ASSIGNMENT: trabajo, tarea
• COMPULSORY: obligatorio
• STRESSED: estresado
• STRICT: estricto
• SECURE: seguro, confiado
• SUPPORT: apoyo
• SENSE OF BELONGING: sensación, sentimiento de pertenencia
• DEGREE: título universitario
• INCOME: salario, sueldo
• STEP: paso
• STRUGGLE: esfuerzo
• ACCOMPLISHMENT: logro, éxito
• AID: ayuda
• DELIGHTED: contento, encantado
• REMARKABLE:

As a group, we chose to create a video campaign against irresponsible drivers who drive under the influence of substances. Our objective is to ensure people take account of the tragic accidents and fatalities that occur. In addition to acting, I will be responsible for the video production. This project is designed to improve our fluency and gesticulation while speaking.

The Narrative and Production Roles

The plot involves a group of young people who are approached by a man. The youth are surprised when the man explains how he was incapacitated by a leg injury sustained in a traffic accident. He shares that he did not intend to consume alcohol, but his friends insisted, and in his immaturity, he agreed. He informs the young people that they must...