Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and problems for English

The Canterville Ghost

Why did Hiram B. Otis receive negative reactions after he decided to buy Canterville Chase?

Because the house was haunted.

Where was Canterville Chase and how did people get there?

In England, he arrived at the nearest train station and then they take a carriage.

What event happened on the spot where Mrs Otis noticed the bloodstain?

It was Lady Eleanore’s blood and she was murdered by her husband Simon in 1575.

Why do you think the Otis family promised Mrs Umney a higher salary?

Because she was scared.

Why did Mr Otis close and lock the library before going to bed?

Because the blood stain was coming back and he wanted to see if it was the ghost.

What was the noise which awakened Mr Otis?

It was the sound of the ghost’s chains.... Continue reading "The Canterville Ghost: Summary, Analysis, and Questions" »

Retail Therapy: Finding Your Perfect Sweater

A Successful Shopping Experience

Sales Assistant (SA): Good morning, sir/madam. Can I help you?

Customer (CU): Good morning. I'm looking for a sweater. Have you got anything trendy?

SA: Of course we do. Come this way, please. What colour would you like?

CU: I really love colourful sweaters. Have you got any?

SA: Sure. What size are you? Large, medium, or small?

CU: Medium, I suppose. I usually forget it.

SA: Don't worry. Let me have a look. Okay. Here you are. Would you like to try it on? The changing rooms with a mirror are over there.

CU: Okay. I'll come back in a minute.

CU: I'm afraid it's too small. Have you got a bigger one, please?

SA: Certainly, madam. Here you are.

SA: That sweater really suits you.... Continue reading "Local Adventures: Shopping, Dining, and Navigating City Streets" »

Informal Email: Organizing Your Time

From: [email protected]
To: [email protected]
Subject: A Lot of Exams!

Hi Ana,

What's up? At this time of the year, there are a lot of exams, and all the students are stressed. But this year, I don't have to study because I've finished my degree, so I can help you.

Some bits of advice include the need to organize your time by making a timetable with your exams and your free time to study. Moreover, although you've got a lot of exams, you should relax by doing other activities. In this way, you'll concentrate more and retain more information.

I also recommend studying at night because there is less noise, and usually, people don't bother you as much.

I hope this advice will help you and that you'll pass all your... Continue reading "Student Life: Exams, School Changes, and Unexpected Events" »

Come together: they meet or join in order to do something.

Anne Frank's Relationships with Family and Teachers

How Did Anne Feel About Her Father, Grandmother, Mrs. Kuperus, and Mr. Keesing?

Anne had fond memories of all the people in her life. She felt that her father was the most adorable father she had ever seen. Anne remembered her grandmother even after her death. She wrote in her diary that no one knew how often she thought of her grandmother and still loved her.

In the sixth form at the Montessori nursery school, her teacher was Mrs. Kuperus, who was also the headmistress. At the end of the year, they were both in tears as they had a heartbreaking farewell.

Mr. Keesing was her Math teacher. He was always annoyed with her because she talked too much. However, Anne was able to justify her talkative... Continue reading "Anne Frank's Relationships and Her School Life" »

A Dream Come  True

Since I was a child, my dream was always to be a great doctor and to achieve this I promised to be the best every day. 

When I was in school I worked hard to be the best to get a scholarship to study at the university, and get a good ICFES score, when I was in 11th grade and I took the exam, I was very nervous about the result, a few months later the result came and I felt very bad because it was not enough for what I wanted to study, my parents encouraged me saying it was a good score, but I still felt bad about myself.

When I finished 11th grade, we had a very nice ceremony in which they gave me the great news that I had won a 100% scholarship to study what I wanted, I was very happy and that made me want to continue fighting

Reading into writing

A-You don’t have to wear White;you have to wear Sports.-You mustn’t disturb;you Don’t have to be silent.1.You have to finish;you Don’t have to start on time.2.You don’t have to Play;you mustn’t take.3.You musn’t eat;you Don’t have to buy.4.You have to have a Shower;you have to wear.

B.ANTIQUES:You don’t have To go in.You mustn’t eat inside.

ENTRY POSSIBLE:Don’t have To arrive half;You mustn’t arrive late.ALL VEHICLES:Small Vehicles don’t have to;Drivers of large vehicles mustn’t.STUDENTS:Students mustn’t Make a Boise;Third-year students don’t have to take.LIBRARY:You mustn’t talk In;You don’t have to put the books back.

SWIMMING POOL:Swimmers Don’t have to pay tday;Swimmers mustn’t eat.

C.1)has to move.2)... Continue reading "ingls" »

Finland's Unique Sporting Competitions

In the past decade or so, Finland has become host to a number of unusual sporting competitions. In many of these events, the winner – or winners – are crowned as world champions. Common to most of these pursuits are their origins in Finnish folk heritage. While intelligence or social skills are not required for success, power, stamina, and courage are vital.

What, then, are these strange sports? Here are a few of the most popular ones:

Wife Carrying World Championships

The Wife Carrying World Championships have been held in the small town of Sonkajärvi, Central Finland, since 1992. The winners are the couple who complete the course in the shortest time. To make it more difficult, two dry and two-meter-... Continue reading "Finland's Wacky World Championships: Unique Sports & Fun" »