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The Importance of University Canteens

Canteens are integral to university life, providing spaces for students and faculty to connect over endless cups of coffee and half-eaten sandwiches. The memories created in these bustling hubs are unforgettable. However, many university canteens face challenges.

The Decline of Canteen Culture

University canteens were once vibrant spaces where students and teachers gathered for meals, fostering a sense of community. The rise of fast-food restaurants near campuses, offering lower prices and special deals, led to a decline in canteen attendance. This resulted in reduced revenue and a loss of the lively atmosphere that once characterized these spaces.

Revitalizing University Canteens

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In our normal life, we need to talk with other people, whether we like them or not. Although we talk with them because we need to communicate different things at college, work, or the supermarket, it is important to be kind and create a good relationship. When you meet someone, you could use some compliments such as 'cool shirt' or 'I love your dress' to make them feel good. In other situations, if somebody pays you a compliment, respond friendly too. If you have had a good conversation, use the strategies of small talk to ask about their life, talk about the weather, the news, or some non-controversial topic to communicate with them. In conclusion, making small talk and giving compliments can help build good relationships and lead to a happier... Continue reading "The Power of Small Talk and Compliments in Building Relationships" »

Vocabulary

1. He tried to steal my bag, but I didn’t let him.

2. When is your dentist’s appointment?

3. I recognized him because of the scar on his face.

4. He was released from prison after serving a ten-year sentence.

5. I received a fine because I was driving above the speed limit.

6. The detective tried to prove to the people that their neighborhood was safe.

7. Everyone knew they were guilty, but they just couldn’t prove it.

Vocabulary 2

1. The shirt you bought me was too big, so I’m going to exchange it for a smaller one.

2. How much do we owe? We want to pay you now.

3. How much does your hairstylist charge for a haircut?

4. He hadn’t acted in years, but recently has made a comeback and has appeared in films.

5. The cost of living has risen,

Sentence Transformation Exercises

1. Comparatives

Germany is richer than India.

- India is poorer than Germany. / India is not as rich as Germany.

2. Reported Speech

“I don’t know”, he told them.

- He told them that he didn’t know.

3. Conditionals

She can’t come to the party because she is so busy.

- If she wasn’t so busy, she could come to the party.

4. Modals

Maybe your friend will call you on your birthday.

- Your friend may call you on your birthday.

5. Indirect Question

“Where is the nearest cinema, please?”

- Could you tell me where the nearest cinema is?

6. Verbal Tenses

I haven’t seen your wife for a long time.

- It’s a long time since I last saw your wife.

7. Conditionals

He didn’t revise for the test so he failed.

- If he had revised... Continue reading "Transformations: Sentence Rewriting Exercises & Solutions" »

Spanish to English Irregular Verbs List

• Aguantar (bear): bear - bore - borne
• Ganar / Batir (beat): beat - beat - beaten
• Doblar (bend): bend - bent - bent
• Apostar (bet): bet - bet - bet
• Sangrar (bleed): bleed - bled - bled
• Criar (breed): breed - bred - bred
• Reventar (burst): burst - burst - burst
• Lanzar (cast): cast - cast - cast
• Coger (catch): catch - caught - caught
• Tratar (deal): deal - dealt - dealt
• Cavar (dig): dig - dug - dug
• Ganar (dinero) (earn): earn - earnt - earnt
• Caer (fall): fall - fell - fallen
• Alimentar (feed): feed - fed - fed
• Luchar (fight): fight - fought - fought
• Ajustar (fit): fit - fit - fit
• Prohibir (forbid): forbid - forbade - forbidden
• Prever (foresee): foresee - foresaw - foreseen
• Perdonar (forgive): forgive - forgave - forgiven
• Congelar

Section I

1. Fact Check

1.1. Hampton Court Palace Visit Duration

False. Evidence: Although you can likely cover the most important sights in two hours, consider making a day of it.

1.2. Hampton Court Palace Ticket Prices for Children

True. Evidence: Children over five must purchase a ticket, while those under five are admitted free.

1.3. Hampton Court Palace Garden Access

False. Evidence: Visitors wishing to explore only the gardens must still purchase a palace entrance ticket unless they arrive between 9:00 and 10:00 AM.

1.4. Hampton Court Palace Transportation

True. Evidence: While there is no underground station near Hampton Court, the overground train station, with trains departing from London Waterloo every 30 minutes, is a five-minute walk away.... Continue reading "Discover Colorado Springs: Attractions and Activities" »

A Review of "Scary Movie"

A Hilarious Parody

My favorite film is "Scary Movie." This saga achieved great success upon its release and was considered a blockbuster. It parodies popular horror films, transforming them into comedies. The series consists of five different installments.

The first part parodies "Scream," one of the most popular horror films. It tells the story of a group of young people who accidentally run over a man and promise not to tell anyone. However, one year later, the ghost of that man appears in their lives to kill them one by one.

The main characters are the group of friends. It's also important to note that the film is directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans.

What Makes It Great

The best thing about the film is how enjoyable it is.... Continue reading "A Hilarious Parody and a Touching Tale: Movie and Book Reviews" »

General Information

• Genre: Fiction, Novel, Social Realism
• Point of View: Third-person omniscient
• Setting: 1930s, Great Depression era, Soledad and Salinas, California

Major Conflict

Man vs. Society: The characters are unable to achieve their dreams in the society in which they live.

Plot Points

Rising Action

1. Lennie kills the puppy that Slim gave him, foreshadowing later events.
2. Curley's wife asks Lennie to stroke her hair.

Climax

Lennie kills Curley's wife, breaking her neck.

Falling Action

1. Lennie escapes to the bush where they had camped on Friday.
2. Curley organizes a mob to search for Lennie.
3. George finds Lennie and tells him about their dream.

Resolution

George shoots Lennie.

Symbolism

• Candy's Old Dog: Symbolizes what happens to migrant workers when they are

Yesterday I was watching high school albums and I found one with a boy that I had a crush on. We grew apart but we were close friends. Our love story didn't turn out well.

At first, he didn't pay attention to me and he ignored me. Later, we became friends and started sending text messages. He told me all about his childhood and I did the same. A few weeks later, we started flirting and everyone thought we were a couple. One day we went on a date, he treated me very well, and we realized that we had a lot in common. He supported me a lot and finally, we fell in love. He met my relatives and I met his. But one day we broke up because I found out that he didn't like me because he had fallen in love with another girl. We kept in touch for a few... Continue reading "Real Love Stories and Betrayal: Lessons Learned" »