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Environmental Responsibility: Everyone Can Make a Difference

In my opinion, everyone can help take care of the environment by contributing their grain of sand and helping to reduce pollution.

Small Actions, Big Impact

• Everyone can do small things to help the environment, such as recycling, so that each waste goes to its corresponding place.
• We can also use public transport, since it pollutes much less.
• Using bicycles or walking can also help the environment and our health.

The Consequences of Inaction

However, people also do things that exacerbate the problem, like using cars excessively, resulting in serious pollution. Throwing garbage into the seas does not help the world to improve.

If we continue like this, in a very few years, the world will be... Continue reading "Environmental Responsibility, Cultural Differences, and Robotic Pets" »

Dear Natalia,

I'm Patricia Pérez, your friend from Miranda de Arga from primary school.

Do you remember me? We met when we were 12 years old in school and we were best friends. A friend of yours that I met at a camp gave me your address, and I am writing to learn more about you and how you're doing.

I am studying teaching, which has always been my passion, and I'm still swimming at the Tafalla Swimming Club. What are you up to?

I still enjoy judo, but I had to give it up because I didn't have time for everything. Paula, Noelia, Pablo, and Cristina asked me to send you their regards.

We hope you can come back soon to pay us a visit. When you read this letter, I hope you feel excited and that you'll respond to us soon.

Many kisses,

Patricia.

Gerund ING

Infinitive TO+verb

Infinitive without TO

Reported Speech

Desert Island Essentials

Music for Memories and Motivation

If I were stranded on a desert island, I would bring two of my favorite songs to keep my spirits high. The first would be "Me rehúso" by Danny Ocean, a Venezuelan artist. This song holds a special place in my heart as it tells the story of a long-distance relationship and the determination to keep love alive despite the challenges. The second song would be "DjaDja" by Aya Nakamura, a vibrant and energetic track that always makes me want to dance. These songs remind me of a memorable summer spent in Madrid with friends from Venezuela.

Books for Escape and Inspiration

To keep my mind engaged, I would bring two of my favorite books. The first would be "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green,... Continue reading "Desert Island Essentials: My Must-Haves for Survival and Entertainment" »

Analysis of MLK's Letter from Birmingham Jail

1. Though individuals may see the moral light, what does MLK say is the tendency of groups? Groups do not give up their privileges voluntarily.
2. What is the purpose of direct action? To create a crisis and establish creative tension so that a community that has constantly refused to negotiate is forced to confront the issue.
3. Name two hard, brutal facts regarding injustice in Birmingham? There have been more unsolved bombings on Negro homes and churches, and Negroes have been treated unjustly in the courts.
4. What are the four basic steps in any nonviolent campaign? Collection of facts, negotiation, self-purification, direct action.
5. In paragraph one, what does the line "when the hour came we lived up to our

Film: 1903 first shooting and action film: the great train robbery

controversial 1915 movie D.W Griffiths masterpiece: birth of a nation 

2 leading actors in the silent era: mary Pickford and charlie Chaplin(British) 

the first film that introduced sound (Oct. 1927): the jazz singer 

first film to win academy award (best picture 1928): wings

became a millionaire before age 6 being one of the biggest box offices the early 1930s: Shirley temple 

original "blonde bombshell" had a short career in the 1930s (death at 26.): Jean Harlow

1937 became the first full length animated film: snow white and the seven dwarfs

called goat in movie history (1939) colored film won the lions share of Oscars at the years academy: Gone with the Wind 

colour film in 1939

Section B:

Arthur Radley nicknamed Boo Radley by the children of Maycomb. Early in the book Boo is described as a tall and scary looking person who runs around at night eating live possums and cats. He was sometime known as a phantom because no one knew who he was and he goes out at night and eats cats or any other living animal. Boo Radley is a recluse. He and his family are regarded as outsiders and are shunned by the majority of the towns’ inhabitants because they deviate from what is socially acceptable in Maycomb. He had an incident with few troublemakers when he was a teenager, after that, his father locked him in the house. This is seen in the line The Radleys, welcome anywhere in town, kept to themselves, a predilection unforgivable

Vacations with Friends or Family?

While family vacations have their merits, I believe that traveling with friends offers a more enriching experience. With friends, we can engage in activities that might be deemed too adventurous for family trips, such as thrilling amusement park rides or paragliding. Additionally, vacations with friends allow for greater independence and decision-making, fostering personal growth and maturity.

The Ideal Job: Passion or Paycheck?

In today's consumer-driven society, many prioritize high-paying jobs over personal fulfillment. However, I believe that finding a job that aligns with one's passions and values is crucial for long-term happiness. While financial stability is important, spending years in a role that doesn'... Continue reading "Opinions on Modern Life" »

Complete: With, who, which, or that.

• In the first London Olympics which/that were held in 1948, only 59 countries participated.

• The athletes who/that won the most gold medals were the swimmers Michael...

• Sebastian Coe, who used to be an Olympic athlete, was the chairman of the London...

• The equipment (which/that) the athletes used was supplied by companies like Adidas.

• The race that/which generated the highest...

• Usain Bolt, who comes from a small town in Jamaica...

• The opening ceremony, which the film director Danny Boyle...

• The country that/which was chosen to host...

Combine the two sentences

• Avery Brundage, who was the fifth president of the IOC, was an Olympic...

• Women's boxing, which featured 36 competitors, was included in the...

• The Orbit, which