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

Benefits of the CAR Framework

There are considerable benefits to using the CAR method.

• Versatility: This method is applicable to any part of the job process, from your CV and cover letter to your LinkedIn profile. We recommend applying the CAR method to all aspects of your job search to get familiar with the structure prior to the interview stage.
• Effective Communication: The CAR method helps provide clear and concise answers to interview questions that demonstrate your value while also reflecting your ability to communicate efficiently.

💡 Pro-Tips: Before any behavioral interview, it is advisable to compile a series of anecdotes or success stories. Ideally, you should keep track of your achievements throughout your academic and professional... Continue reading "Mastering the CAR Method for Job Interviews" »

Part 1: Vocabulary and Grammar Practice

Exercise 1

• 1. People / Shoppers
• 2. Floors
• 3. Poorer
• 4. Bank
• 5. Traffic jam
• 6. Window
• 7. Street

Exercise 2

• 1. d
• 2. c
• 3. e
• 4. b
• 5. a

• 1. Access to
• 2. Reason for
• 3. Lack of
• 4. Along with
• 5. Break from

Exercise 3

• 1. Housing
• 2. Lack of
• 3. Abandoned
• 4. Suburbs
• 5. Neighbourhoods
• 6. Built-up
• 7. Room for
• 8. Solution to

Exercise 4

• 1. Will hold
• 2. Have increased
• 3. Will have brought
• 4. Should be emptied
• 5. Was believed
• 6. Will be demolished
• 7. Have been banned
• 8. Haven't been found
• 9. Has turned down

Exercise 5

• 1. Free parking spaces in town should be given to locals.
• 2. Have the city's historic landmarks been shown to the tourists?
• 3. City life is thought to be too stressful by many.

Exercise 6

• 1. Had / got its logo designed by a local artist
• 2. Is believed

A Weekend in the Countryside

Next weekend, I’m going to visit my grandparents in the countryside. First, I’m going to help my grandmother cook lunch. Then, we will eat together and talk about our week. After that, I’m going to play soccer with my cousins in the afternoon. In the evening, we will watch a movie and eat popcorn. Finally, I’m going to go to sleep early because we will return home the next morning.

Another Example: A Weekend Visit

• Next weekend, I am going to visit my grandparents in the countryside.
• First, I will have breakfast with my parents, and then I am going to go to the countryside.
• When I arrive, I am going to go with my grandfather to see the animals.
• After that, my grandmother will cook a delicious lunch for us.
• In the

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Personal History: Moving to Spain

When I was 11 years old, I traveled to Spain. I traveled with my father and my brother. I felt happy, angry, and nervous.

I wasn't sleeping during the trip, while my father and my brother were sleeping. When we arrived in Spain, I saw my mother; she was with her friend. After a while, we went home.

Now, we live at home with my mom, my... Continue reading "Travel Stories, Spanish Culture, and Daily Life Snippets" »

Present Perfect Tense Examples

• I have finished my homework.
• They have not seen that movie yet.
• He has traveled to Mexico three times.
• We have studied English for two years.
• My parents have bought a new car.
• She has never tried sushi before.
• You have cleaned your room already.
• The students have completed the...
• I have lost my keys.
• They have lived here since 2021.

Past Perfect and Modal Verb Usage

1. By the time I got to the cinema, the movie had started.
2. I had finished dinner before my friends.

• He could play the piano when he was five.
• We should wear seat belts while driving.
• I was nervous because I hadn't studied for...
• You should eat more vegetables to stay...
• She would help you if you ask politely.

English Verb Conjugation Table

Obligation

Lord of the Flies – William Golding

• Premise: Boys stranded on an island; society collapses.
• Themes: Civilization vs. savagery, power, fear, and dehumanization.
• Arrival: Plane crash during wartime.
• Key Characters:
  • Ralph: Elected leader, represents order, the conch, shelters, and fire.
  • Jack: Driven by a desire for power, hunting, violence, and rebellion.
  • Piggy: Represents intelligence, reason, science, and his glasses.
  • Simon: Embodies moral insight, goodness, and the truth about the Beast.
  • Roger: Represents cruelty and violence without restraint.
• Conflict: Jack usurps power using fear of the Beast, promises of protection, and violence.
• The Beast: Represents fear within humans (figurative) and the dead parachutist (literal).
• Lord of the Flies: A pig’s

Formal Letter

Dear Sir or Madam/Dear Julian/Dear Mr. or Mrs. X/To whom it may concern,

I hope this email finds you well. My name is Juan, and I am writing with regard to “EL TEMA.”

First of all, I would be grateful if you could…

Secondly, I would also like to. Would it be possible…?

I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you in advance for your assistance.

In addition, I would be grateful if you could provide further details about...

It is worth mentioning that...

Thank you for your attention. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully/Kind regards/Best regards/Yours Sincerely, Juan Infiesta.

Review

Title: [Name of the book/film…] – Worth it or not?

If you’re looking for [something related to the topic], then [name] might be... Continue reading "Mastering English Writing: Formal Letters, Reviews, Essays" »

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!

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A Dramatic Experience

One Saturday afternoon, my friends and I decided to explore an old abandoned house on the outskirts of town. The sun was setting, and everything looked spooky as we walked up to the house. We had heard stories that it was haunted, but we didn't believe them.

As we entered, the floor crunched with every step. There was dust everywhere, and spider webs hung from the ceiling. We tried to be brave and made jokes to hide our fear. Suddenly, we heard a loud noise from the floor above. Our hearts began to race, but we decided to go and have a look.

In one of the rooms, a window had been broken, and a cold wind was coming in. As we were about to leave, the door closed with a bang. We all became frightened and screamed for help. Try... Continue reading "Unforgettable Personal Experiences: Thrills, Heartbreak, and Laughter" »