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

Mastering Reported Speech & Indirect Speech Examples

This section provides various examples demonstrating the use of reported speech in English, covering statements, questions, commands, and more.

Reported Speech Verb Forms (Set 1)

• enjoyed
• was waiting
• resting
• to listen
• had been training
• would begin

Reported Statements & Commands (Set 2)

• Carl might join the swimming team the following year.
• (He/She) had to go to football practice that afternoon.
• They hadn't eaten anything.
• (Someone) had escaped from prison the previous night.
• (He/She was told) not to come late for the exam the following day.

Reported Questions (Set 3)

• I asked my mother if it was very cold outside.
• Tracy wanted to know where I had bought that coat.
• My friend asked me if I could lend her

A phrasal verb consists of a verb and A preposition or adverb that modifies or changes the meaning; 'give Up' is a phrasal verb that means 'stop doing' something, which is very Different from 'give'. The word or words that modify a verb in this manner can Also go under the name particle

Phrasal verbs can be divided into groups:

1.-Intransitive verbs

       These don't take An object
       They had an argument, but They've made up now.

2.-Inseparable verbs
       The object must come after The particle.
       They are looking After their grandchildren.

3.-Separable verbs
        With some separable verbs, the Object must come between the verb and the particle:
The quality of their work sets them apart from... Continue reading "The school" »

Reports

Business Software PLC

Product Report

Executive Summary

We have been contacted by Lenz AG, a German manufacturer of mobile phones, and asked about the possibility of a cooperation agreement. We would adapt our business software for use in their products. Tests show that their product is very good and popular with our target market.

Introduction

This report looks at:

• The hardware manufacturer and their equipment
• Software that could be used on their mobile phones
• The advantages of working together
• Recommendations for action

Findings

1. Lenz has been developing cheap, small-scale electronic devices for 35 years. In the last five years, they have focused on more expensive mobile phones for businesspeople. These have been very successful. One in four mobile

Studying online:

The majority of students who do not have time but want to continue studying, decide to continue studying online. In my opinion, I agree to study online, as I think it can help you grow as a person.

For start, it is clear that studying online will offer you many opportunities. For starters, you have more time to do other things, like work. In addition, studying online allows you to disconnect from the classrooms and not be with more people. Finally, studying online can improve your academic performance and obtain better results, since you have no distractions from other people.

Secondly, I would love to be able to study online, since I could sleep more hours a day, I would not have to put up with the nonsense of some of my classmates... Continue reading "The Impact of Online Learning, Bullying, and the Refugee Crisis" »

Future Holiday Plans: England Adventure

On my next holidays, I am going to go with my family and my best friend, Erica.

We plan to go in February and stay for around three weeks. I hope the weather will be good.

Actually, the first country I should have visited is England because English is the language I speak best. Unfortunately, I went to Italy instead. It wasn't terrible there, but I didn't enjoy it very much because I couldn't practice any languages (at that time, I hadn't studied Italian yet).

So, on my next holidays, I'll go to England, and I'm going to improve my English a lot. I'll see the famous Stonehenge. I'll spend the whole day speaking English, and I'm going to forget my Spanish completely. Maybe I will do a course on make-up. I... Continue reading "England Travel Plans, Family News, and Healthy Living" »

Close friend

A very good friend.

Enjoy each other's company

To like spending time with each other. Steve and Noah are always together, they definitely enjoy each other's company.

Fair-weather friend

Someone who is your friend only when you are cheerful and successful. A lot of John's friends turned out to be fair-weather friends. They were with him when he was rich and left him when he went bankrupt.

Friends are like second family

That is to say your friends love you and make you feel comfortable.

Get in touch with somebody

To contact somebody. I plan to get in touch with my friends when I return home.

Near and dear to someone

Very important to someone. Her parents are the only people who are near and dear to her.

Shoulder to cry on

Someone who is always... Continue reading "Understanding Different Types of Friendships and Relationships" »

Self-Driving Cars: Separating Fact from Fiction

Are Self-Driving Cars Fully Autonomous?

a) While testing the Google car, humans never had to take control and drive it.

FALSE. “With someone behind the wheel to take control if something goes wrong, seven test cars have driven 225,000 kilometers with only two human interventions.”

b) Since robot cars can be made to weigh less, they will use less petrol.

TRUE. “Because the robot cars would eventually be less likely to crash, they could be built lighter, reducing fuel consumption.”

Understanding Google's Self-Driving Car

a) According to the text, what does a Google self-driving car look like?

It looks like a small car with a lot of gadgets on the roof.

b) Give at least three advantages of robot cars.

Reservation Confirmation

Dear Recipient,

This message confirms your reservation for a double room in June, specifically for the 29th and 30th.

The reservation includes breakfast for both days. The total cost for your stay is 190 euros.

Yours faithfully,
David

Reference Data Sets

The following data sets are provided for reference:

• 30-B, 31-D, 32-A, 33-F, 34-E, 35-C
• 36-B, 37-F, 38-A, 39-E, 40-G, 41-D, 42-D
• 43-C, 44-C, 45-A
• 1-D, 2-A, 3-B, 4-C

Insights from Nils' Interview

Nils' Career Journey and UK Experience

Here are key takeaways from an interview with Nils regarding his career and observations on working in the UK:

1. Current Role

Nils currently works in customer support.

2. Pre-Current Job & Job Acquisition

Before his current position, Nils completed a... Continue reading "Key Information and Facility Highlights" »

Core English Vocabulary

Expand your English word knowledge with these essential terms and their definitions:

Midnight

Twelve o'clock at night.

Tradition

Beliefs, legends, customs, information, etc., passed down through generations.

Handkerchief

A small piece of silk or fabric, often used for wiping the face or nose.

Disagreement

A situation where people do not agree with each other.

Laughter

The action or sound of laughing.

Seaweed

Any plant growing in the ocean.

Chase Away

To get rid of something unpleasant.

Celebration

A gathering in a place for a special occasion.

Pine Branch

A stick or limb from a pine tree.

Sacred

Considered to be holy, especially because of a connection with God.

Mall

A large indoor shopping center.

Junk Food

Food that is not nutritionally beneficial.