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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... Continue reading "How Technology Impacts Teenagers: Benefits and Challenges" »

The Beginnings of English Literature: Beowulf

Why Study Beowulf?

• Historical Information
• Understanding Language Use by Famous Writers
• Vocabulary Development

Literary Devices in Beowulf

Beowulf utilizes various literary devices, including alliteration, assonance, caesura, and kennings, to enhance the reader's understanding and interpretation of the text. For example, the alliteration in "Marshes, and made his home in hell" emphasizes the hellish nature of Grendel's dwelling.

Anglo-Saxon Culture

Anglo-Saxon England saw the emergence of a distinct culture, with the Northumbrian dialect playing a significant role. Despite the destruction caused by Viking invasions, around 30,000 lines of Anglo-Saxon poetry have survived. King Alfred the Great played a crucial... Continue reading "A History of English Literature: From Beowulf to Milton" »

English Language Exercises

Phrases

1. Settle for
2. Inherited
3. Faked
4. Overheard
5. Nodded
6. Flee
7. Got to
8. Take a break

Reasons

1. Because he is jealous
2. Because she cheated on him
3. Because both are artists
4. Because he prefers to ignore them
5. Because she is very strong
6. He doesn't want to know anything about him.

Vocabulary

1. Marriage
2. Appreciative
3. Dedicated
4. Enjoyable
5. Sense
6. Origin
7. Use
8. Lose

More Phrases

1. She has a boyfriend
2. Are overprotective
3. To have a brother
4. Barça scored the goal
5. Be married
6. Very strong
7. Nullify the goal
8. Take after

Relative Clauses

Defining Relative Clauses

1. Alice didn't recognise the man who called out her name.
2. Have you met Jules who you will be staying with next week?
3. They visited the old cathedral, which was very impressive.
4. In the forest, we found a cottage where an old farmer lives.
5. I'm

The Android's Awakening

Part 1

Year 2078: Humans and androids coexist on Earth. Slowly, technology replaces human life. However, a terrifying truth lies hidden: some of these fascinating machines, with feelings and thoughts like real people, are unaware of their true nature.

In this world, we meet Bernard, a renowned scientist turning 50. Grieving the recent loss of both parents, he stumbles upon a life-altering discovery while searching through old files.

In a strange folder labeled "X," he finds medical records indicating his mother, Mrs. Anne Matthews, struggled to conceive. Shocked, Bernard spends the night poring over the documents until exhaustion claims him, plunging him into a deep sleep filled with revealing dreams.

Year 2028

A long, dimly... Continue reading "The Android's Awakening: A Dystopian Tale of Identity and Technology" »

English-Spanish Vocabulary

Common Verbs

Accomplish, achieve: conseguir, assolir

Attempt: intent

Bargain: regatejar

Cope: sortir-se'n

Decrease: reduir

Deal: oferta

Delighted: encantada

Disrupt: interrompre

Enable: permetre, fer possible

Encourage: animar, fomentar

Effort: intent, esforç

Fulfil: complir

Get started: empezar

Ignore: ignorar

Injure: ferir

Isolate: aïllar

Lack of: falta de

Litter: llençar escombreries

Misunderstand: malinterpretar

On the move: en movimiento

Promote: promocionar

Rate: tarifa

Share: compartir

Succeed: tenir èxit

Toward: hacia

Upgrade: millorar

Upcoming: próximo

Other Words

Breathtaking: imponent

Brought about: provocado

Clever move: movimiento inteligente

Force: fuerza

Funded: fundado

Stall: parada

English Grammar Review

Verb Tenses

Present Simple

Used... Continue reading "English-Spanish Vocabulary and Grammar Guide" »

To Kill a Mockingbird: Frequently Asked Questions

• Where does the story take place?

  Maycomb, Alabama.

• What is Scout's real name?

  Jean Louise Finch.

• Where are Scout and Jem's mother?

  She died of a sudden heart attack when Scout was two years old.

• What is rumored about Boo Radley?

  It's rumored that he once stabbed his father with scissors.

• Who is Dill?

  Charles Baker Harris ("Dill") is a boy staying next door for the summer with his Aunt Rachel Haverford.

• Why does the teacher, Miss Caroline, get mad at Scout?

  Because Scout already knows how to read.

• Why won't Walter Cunningham borrow a quarter?

  Because his family is poor and proud, and they never take anything they cannot pay back.

• What does Walter Cunningham do at lunch at the Finches'?

  He pours molasses syrup

be - was, were - been - ser o estar

fight - fought - fought - luchar

beat - beat - beaten - golpear - find - found - found - encontrar

become - became - become - llegar a ser - fly - flew - flown - volar

being - began - begun - empezar - forget - forgot - forgotten - olvidar

bend - bent - bent - doblarse - forgive - forgave - forgiven - perdonar

bet - bet - bet - apostar - freeze - froze - frozen - congelar

bite - bit - bitten - morder - get - got - got - conseguir

bleed - bled - bled - sangrar - give - gave - given - dar

blow - blew - blown - soplar - go - went - gone - ir

break - broke - broken - romper - grow - grew - grown - crecer

bring - brought - brought - traer - hang - hung - hung - colgar

build - built - built - construir - have - had - had -... Continue reading "Common Irregular Verbs in English with Examples" »

Character Profiles

Fagin

Fagin is a cunning criminal who exploits homeless children by training them to pickpocket for him. He also acts as a fence for stolen goods, preferring to profit from crime rather than directly engaging in it himself.

Nancy

Nancy is a young woman trapped in a life of crime as one of Fagin's former child pickpockets and the lover of the brutal Bill Sikes. Despite her circumstances, she possesses a strong moral compass and ultimately sacrifices herself to protect Oliver.

Rose Maylie

Rose Maylie is a kind and compassionate young woman who was raised by Mrs. Maylie after the death of her father. She forms a deep bond with Oliver, unaware of their familial connection.

Mr. Brownlow

Mr. Brownlow is a wise and benevolent gentleman... Continue reading "Oliver Twist: A Tale of Orphans, Thieves, and Redemption" »

Peace Speech

Imagine a World Without Conflict

Imagine living in a world without wars, fights… Now, are you happy? If you feel good, why don’t we have peace? In my opinion, we don’t have it because we don’t want to. We all think that peace will bring us happiness, but what if it doesn’t? I’m not saying that we have to have wars, I’m trying to tell you that without wars and fights the world will change a lot, but do we want that? I remember going to a party where peace was the leader, but the party was so boring. I’m not saying that I want problems, but doing something interesting would have been better.

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Peace

Hi, I’m Nerea, and I’m going to talk to you about peace. A world with peace is a dream... Continue reading "Peace: A Dream or Reality?" »

Expo Hotel Barcelona: Your Congress Venue

Accommodating 150 Journalists in Barcelona

Dear Mr. Perez,

Thank you for your interest in Expo Hotel Barcelona. As Head of Reservations, I'm delighted to discuss your upcoming one-week congress for 150 journalists. Your event, with its numerous conferences and seminars, is perfectly suited to our hotel.

Ideal Location & Facilities

Located in Barcelona's business center, our hotel offers easy access to the airport and city-wide transportation. We provide:

• 443 rooms: Accommodating up to 200 attendees (excluding peak seasons).
• 9 meeting rooms: Available 24/7, equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi and fax machines.

To further support your event, we'll provide projectors and promote it extensively on our social media.... Continue reading "Expo Hotel Barcelona: Congress Venue for Journalists" »