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

Introduction

Good morning, my name is Marina, and today I’m going to present my three favorite and most useful inventions that humanity has ever created.

Microphone

The microphone was created to address larger groups of people by amplifying the human voice. The official inventor of the microphone is David Edward Hughes in the 1870s. It was initially a carbon microphone, unlike the models we have today. Hughes, born in London in 1831, also invented the first printing telegraph. Besides his passion for physics, he was a musician, like his family, and played the piano. To use a microphone, you simply speak into it, and your voice will be amplified.

This invention is very important to me because I like singing, and without the microphone, I would... Continue reading "Top 3 Inventions: Microphones, Mobile Phones, and Radio" »

The Lion Sleeps Tonight Lyrics

Lala kahle [Sleep well]

In the jungle, the mighty jungle

The lion sleeps tonight

In the jungle, the mighty jungle

The lion sleeps tonight

Imbube

Ingonyama ifile [The lion's in peace]

Ingonyama ilele [The lion sleeps]

Thula [Hush]

Near the village, the peaceful village

The lion sleeps tonight

Near the village, the peaceful village

The lion sleeps tonight

Imbube

Ingonyama ilele [The lion sleeps]

Hush my darling, don't fear my darling

The lion sleeps tonight

Hush my darling, don't fear my darling

The lion sleeps tonight

He, ha helelemama [He, ha helelemama]

Ohi'mbube [lion]

Tell us about your holidays! / Last weekend Dear John, -How are you? I hope you are well. It gave me great joy to receive your email. I haven't written before because I was on holiday.

I went to San Sebastian two summers ago/last weekend. I got there by car. We stayed five days/three days in a friend's house.

Every morning we went to the beach 'La Concha'. It is the most popular beach in San Sebastian, and it was beautiful with clear waters.

In the afternoons, we visited monuments, walked around the town, and strolled along the seafront. I really liked the beautiful buildings and streets.

At night, we were too tired and I went to bed early.

We also visited villages near San Sebastian like Zumaia, Irun, and Hondarribia. All of them were beautiful,... Continue reading "My Holidays in San Sebastian" »

The Internet: Advantages and Disadvantages

Almost everyone uses the Internet at home, but is it truly a great invention? It presents both significant advantages and notable disadvantages. People worldwide spend countless hours surfing the web.

Advantages of the Internet

• Global Communication: The Internet allows you to keep in touch with family and friends anywhere around the world.
• Information Access: It serves as an important source of fast information, though its veracity sometimes requires careful verification.
• Unrestricted Knowledge: The Internet provides access to information without geographical boundaries.
• Remote Work Opportunities: You can work from home or virtually any location with an internet connection.

Disadvantages of the Internet

• Trivial

Understanding Sentence Structure

A sentence is a group of words arranged coherently to convey a complete meaning. For example: "A group of 200 black plane pilots protested yesterday."

Basic Parts of a Sentence

The fundamental components of a sentence include:

• Subject: The agent performing the action.
• Verb: The action itself.
• Object: The element affected by the action.
• Adverb: Modifies the verb, describing how the action is performed.
• Place: Indicates where the action occurs.

Types of Sentences

Declarative Sentences

Used to express an opinion, fact, information, idea, or statement.

Interrogative Sentences

Used to obtain information or to seek specific details. These often involve:

1. Subject-Verb Inversion (SVI): Occurs when the verb "to be" precedes the subject.

MARCH: On Wednesday

Greg and Rowley are in the cafe drinking a cup of hot chocolate because they are voluntary when they are called to go to the principal’s office. Rowley goes after 15 minutes and the manager is angry because he had persecuted some children with a worm. Best of all is that he had not been, who had seen is his friend Greg. The director tells him to go apologize the children and above volunteer for a week. Greg tells her mother what had happened and his mother advises him what to do. Next day Greg talks to Rowley and says the two have learned that when they pass through the home of Mrs. Irvine they have to behave well, because it was the one who had spoken with the director. When Rowley goes to speak with the principal he asumes... Continue reading "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Middle School Adventures" »

Winston and Julia's First Encounter

What attracted Julia to Winston?

Julia was attracted by something in Winston's face that told her he was against the Party.

What does the field at the edge of the wood remind Winston of?

The field reminds Winston of the Golden Country he sees in his dreams.

What does Winston wonder about the thrush he and Julia stop to listen to?

Winston wonders why the bird sings and who it sings for.

What does Winston tell Julia he hates?

Winston tells Julia he hates purity and goodness.

What force does Winston believe has the power to destroy the Party?

Winston believes that sexual desire has the power to destroy the Party.

What type of act does Winston feel sleeping with Julia was?

Winston feels that it was a political act.

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