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

I would really love to visit Coney Island again. The place is far from the bustling city, and getting there is already part of the adventure. One can take the tunnel or drive, but whichever way you take, when one arrives on the island, it’s like being transported in time.

A Journey to Coney Island's Past

There is that feeling of déjà vu one gets when you see the heart of the island for the first time. Maybe it is because of the old films that featured the amusement parks, or because as a young child you had countless dreams of coming here. The place is filled with old buildings and structures that remind us of how our parents and grandparents might have enjoyed the Thunderbolt, the mermaid shows, the parachute drop, and all the other parks... Continue reading "Coney Island's Enduring Charm and Nostalgia" »

Speaking Part 1

1. What is your name?

My name is Keira.

2. Can you spell your last/surname name?

It’s S-a-n-t-e-l-l-a-n.

3. How old are you?

I’m 10 years old.

4. Where are you from?

I’m from Mexico City.

5. Where do you go to school?

I go to Queen Mary School.

6. How do you go to school?

I go to school by car.

7. Do you have any brothers or sisters?

I have one brother.

8. Do you have a pet?

Yes, I have a dog. It’s names are Lili and Frida.

9. What is your favorite subject at school? Why?

It’s Art because it’s fun to use different colors of paint.

10. Which is your least favorite subject at school and why?

I don’t like history because I have to memorize dates and then I forget them. I like geography because I learn more about cultures.

A2 Key Speaking

Effective Complaint Letters & Emails

Dear ________________,

Introduction

Choose one of the following opening statements:

• I am writing to complain about _________________.
• I am writing this letter/email because I would like to take this opportunity to express my __________ / opinion about _________________________.
• I am writing / We are writing this email/letter to express my/our agreement / disagreement _____________.

Body

Use different paragraphs and linkers to connect your ideas. Consider using the following:

• First of all,
• Apart from that,
• As well as that,
• Moreover,
• So,
• It is important to mention that,
• Besides,
• According to,
• Whereas,
• In fact,
• However,
• Due to,
• On the other hand,
• Finally,
• That is to say,
• Concerning,
• What's more,
• For instance,
• For example,
• Such as…

Conclusion

Hello Laura

How are you? I'm looking forward to the trip. I think that we are going to have a very good experience.

The first day, we can go to visit the centre of Pamplona where we can go shopping on Carlos III, a beautiful street full of shops, mostly clothing stores. Then, afterwards, we can have lunch in a restaurant called Foster Hollywood. I really love this place.

The second day, we can go to see the Ciudadela and the old part of Pamplona. You will love the Caballo Blanco. In the afternoon, we can go to the cinema to watch a film at Golem Yamaguchi.

I hope we will have a good time together.

See you soon, Nahia

Amazing Irish Animals

B,A,C,A,D,B,C,D

A Ladder to the Sky

B,B,C,A,B,D,A,C

Dublin

A,B,D,B

Hurling

Been, to, every (at), from (of), well, if, more, out

Tennis Ragazzo

C,B,A,A,D,B

Good Food

C,F,A,G,E

Dublin's Street Art

Had, most, although, will, such, the, as, up

Calling All Redheads

A,A,C,D,B,D,B,A

Malala Yousafzai

D,F,B,A,C

Foto con 4 Ragazzi

D,B,A,D,C,A,B,C

Esercizio WOULD RADER

'd rather you left / Would you rather I took / 'd rather make / would you rather I bought / 'd rather they didn't know / 'd rather do / would you rather stay / 'd rather not visit / 'd rather you didn't smoke / 'd rather rent

Hester Prynne, an adulteress who is about to be released from prison. Hester is being led to the gallows, where she must be publicly ashamed for having committed adultery. Hester is required to wear the letter A on her dress at all times. She has sewn a large scarlet A, giving the letter an air of elegance. Hester takes Pearl, his daughter, with her. On the scaffolding she is asked to reveal the name of Pearl's father, but she refuses. In the crowd, Hester recognizes her Amsterdam husband, Roger Chillingworth. Despite all the shame, Hester protects Pearl's father from punishment by refusing to renounce his name. The parade of adultery (the worst parade of all time) spreads through the city when the lost husband of Hester Prynne arrives in disguise!... Continue reading "The Scarlet Letter: A Tale of Redemption and Revenge" »

I just came from France, the capital of Paris.

Everyone told me that I would have a great time. They told me that there was a lot to see there. They were right! Paris is a city with a long history, but it's also a very modern city. I visited the museum, and it's very modern. Besides visiting the tourist attractions, Paris is one of the most environmentally friendly cities in the world. The air is so clean! The manager explained that they used renewable energy sources and that they recycled waste.

I really recommend a visit!

Is it Important to Have a Healthy and Balanced Diet?

Thursday, May 6, 2015

A Balanced Diet

Have you noticed how many people in recent years are unhappy due to excess weight? This has become a serious health problem for many young people who, due to strict diets, are actually suffering from diseases such as bulimia.

Our society is influenced by fashion that pushes us to consume not only mobile phones but also fast food. To be beautiful and feel good, you have to go to the gym, go swimming, go running, and, above all, be thin. All these activities, if not accompanied by the required hours of rest and a balanced diet, will just take their toll. Our country is known for its Mediterranean diet, which means eating vegetables, fruit, fish, and olive oil.... Continue reading "Healthy Diet and New Technologies: Impact on Life" »

Irregular Verb Conjugation Reference

Here's a table of common irregular verbs in English, showing their base form, past simple, and past participle: