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

The speaker is telling a rose that it is sick. An invisible worm that flies by night in a howling storm has penetrated its bed or center. Its secretive love is destroying the rose's life.

The poem adopts an abstract approach to the theme dealt with in The Chimney Sweeper (E). Shame and guilt result in attitudes to sexuality and physicality which bring sickness and death rather than life. Many critics find that it eludes definite interpretation. It may be seen as a companion poem to The Blossom in the Songs of Innocence.

This is an elusive poem which needs to be read in the light of Blake's beliefs about sexuality and as a Song of Experience.

EXP after the FALL:

Experience tends towards dominance, establishing itself as the only vision of reality.... Continue reading "The Sick Rose: Analysis of William Blake's Poem" »

Antibiotics: A 20th-Century Revolution

Antibiotics were one of the most significant inventions of the 20th century. They are used to cure many diseases that were once fatal, such as pneumonia and cholera. However, using antibiotics too often can cause problems. For example, bacteria can develop resistance to them, rendering them ineffective.

The Discovery and Impact of Antibiotics

Antibiotics were discovered by Louis Pasteur in France in 1887. Antibiotics are obtained from microorganisms and work by destroying other microorganisms. This therapeutic action has saved many lives.

Antibiotics are beneficial because they cure many diseases. The main disadvantage is that doctors should prescribe them only when absolutely necessary because bacteria may... Continue reading "Antibiotics, Washing Machines, and 'Castle' TV Series" »

Job Hunting and Communication Essentials

Job Search

Job hunting is a synonym for job search. When you pick up the phone and the speaker wants to talk to you, you say: "Speaking". In your cover letter, you explain why you are keen on that particular job and why you think you are a good candidate for it. The European model of CV is known as Europass.

Email Etiquette

Electronic mail, or email, is a quick way of sending messages to people using the internet. How do we read the symbol @ when we write an email address? At. Give a synonym for junk mail. Spam. The files, documents, photos, and attachments that you send in your email are called attachments. The subject line is where we give an idea of what the email is about. To forward is to send the email... Continue reading "Essential English for Job Hunting and Communication" »

English Grammar Exercises

-I've got some lannzas for kin

Use of 'How much-How many, some, any'

PLOT1.1:

Kathy H. is a student at Hailsham, a boarding school in England, where the teachers are known as guardians. The children are watched closely and they are often told about the importance of producing art and of being healthy (smoking is considered a taboo, almost on the level of a crime, and working in the vegetable garden is compulsory). The students' art is then displayed in an exhibition, and the best art is chosen by a woman known to the students as Madame, who keeps their work in a gallery. Kathy develops a close friendship with two other students, Ruth and Tommy. Kathy develops a fondness for Tommy, looking after him when he is bullied and having private talks with him. However, Tommy and Ruth form a relationship instead.

In an... Continue reading "The Art of Love and Fate at Hailsham School" »

Air Crash

1. Air crash: An accident in which an aircraft hits land or water and is damaged or destroyed.

1. American Airlines had an air crash, but nobody survived.

1. In the second world War, many soldiers died in air crashes.

Drought

1. Drought: A long period of time during which no rain falls.

1. Drought in Africa has been a problem for years.

1. The OMS told us drought is the second cause of death in Africa.

Flood

1. Flood: A large amount of water that covers an area that is usually dry.

1. The flood destroyed the city.

1. The flood blocked the sewers.

Storm

1. Storm: Very bad weather with a lot of rain or snow and strong wind.

1. The storm in London continued for all days.

1. The storm caused a flood in Guayaquil.

Wildfire

1. Wildfire: A fire that is burning strongly and out of control in the

Nouns (Algo que Poseemos)

Confidence: autoconfianza / Esteem: autoestima

Self image: imagen de ti mismo / Pity: Autocompasión

*ADJECTIVES (DESCRIPCIÓN)

Centered: egocéntrico / Confident: seguro de sí mismo / Conscious: inseguro / Critical: autocrítico

*Nowadays there is daily clothing which varies according to profession and economic class, likewise years ago. In general it consists of slacks or jeans with button-down shirts or skirts, similarly, my mom used to wear that kind of clothes.

In the past, my mom wanted to be fashionable when she went outside. In contrast, I prefer to be comfortable in my clothes. I don't want to dress the same as everyone else, while my mom never left her home in casual clothes. Formal dressing was a common fashion.

Tema 4 (A)

J: OK. I will go shopping with you if we spend some time in the music shop, too.

B: Fine, I will do whatever you want as long as I have about half an hour...

J: It's Saturday afternoon. Even if we leave now, we won't avoid the traffic.

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A) If it weren't raining, we would be lying on the beach now.

B) I would buy a moped if I had enough money.

C) If organic food were less expensive, more people would buy it.

D) I wouldn't go to expensive restaurants even if I had the money.

E) If I could get a ticket, I would go to Benicasim.

F) England would be a nicer country to live in if it didn't rain so often.

G) If you had a credit card, I would be tempted to spend...

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P1: If you hadn't gone on that expensive holiday last month, you wouldn't have... Continue reading "Conditional Sentences and Hypothetical Situations" »

Essential English Grammar Practice

Verb Tenses and Structures

This section focuses on various verb tenses and grammatical structures commonly used in English.

Past, Present, and Future

• Past: I began working here eight years ago.
• Present: I expect her to come any minute now.
• Future: I want him to come with me tonight.

Modals and Phrasal Verbs

• Modals: They advised us to take a taxi.
• Phrasal Verbs: I feel like going to an Indian restaurant.

Gerunds and Infinitives

• Gerunds: I love playing tennis, but I dislike watching it.
• Infinitives: I want her to marry that boy.

Common Expressions and Vocabulary

This section covers frequently used expressions and vocabulary to enhance your fluency.

Everyday Language

• Music is used to encourage shoppers to buy more.
• Children usually