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Unir Frases

Joining Sentences

1. Scrooge was more afraid of the last of the spirits than he had been of the others.
2. The spirit showed him shadows of things which hadn't happened yet, but would happen in the future.
3. From the businessmen's conversations, Scrooge learned that nobody cared about the man who had died.
4. The three women sold Scrooge's clothes because he had paid them very badly when he was alive.
5. A young family had to pay some money to Scrooge, so they were happy to hear of his death.
6. When Scrooge wanted to see sadness at a death, the ghost showed him the Cratchits after Tiny Tim died.
7. In the churchyard, the ghost pointed at a grave which had Scrooge's name on the gravestone.

Descripción Personajes

Character Descriptions

• Bob Cratchit: A clerk with

Stopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening
Robert Frost, USA (1874 – 1963)

Literal Comprehension

This poem by Robert Frost presents the scene of the speaker returning home at dusk in his horse-drawn sleigh. He stops to enjoy the peace and solitude of the moment. The snow falls softly, and the woods are attractive. There is no one else to break the silence. However, the horse sees no reason for stopping. It is growing dark, there is no farmhouse near, and they have miles to go. Reflecting on his horse’s impatience, the speaker acknowledges he must move on to keep his promises before he can sleep.

Interpretation

This poem evokes feelings related to both life and death. The dark evening and the solitary place, far from any village, suggest a sense of... Continue reading "Robert Frost's Stopping by Woods: Analysis of Meaning & Themes" »

V-1

1 My job is seasonal because I only work during the summer. 2 You need to have the proper qualification for this job. 3 Jackie announced her resignation. We will miss her. 4 I can't trust Amy because she's not reliable. 5 Over a hundred people died of starvation due to lack of food.

2

1 The deadline is tomorrow, not a day later. 2 The perks include a company car. 3 He first started working here as a clerk. 4 That's nonsense. It's just not true. 5 She's been promoted to a new position. 6 I'm not a slave. I don't work for free. 7 This week I'm working the early shift. 8 I need help. This task requires teamwork.

3

1 A dead-end job offers you a no opportunities. 2 A worker who is burnt out may quit. 3 If you're out of work, you don't have a job.

My Friend Nerea

When I moved to my current town, I met my friend Nerea.

She is 16 and lives in Mollet del Vallés, Barcelona. Nerea is petite and thin, with long dark hair, brown eyes, and a small nose. She usually wears jeans and boots and almost never wears a skirt or dress. She is very pretty.

She loves going out with friends and talking to everyone. She enjoys shopping and trying on clothes, but she can never find the things she likes. I always argue with her because she spends a lot of time, and I hate it! She also hates watching football on television because she always gets angry with the players.

I like her because she is a little crazy, and she understands me very well.

Family Vacation

This holiday was great. My family traveled to the beach... Continue reading "My Friend Nerea, Family Vacation, English Study, and Letter to Joel" »

Charles Dickens: A Biography

Early Life and Family

Charles Dickens was born on February 7, 1812, to John and Elizabeth Dickens. He was the second of eight children, six of whom survived to adulthood. The family moved to London in 1822.

Childhood Struggles

At the age of twelve, Dickens began working at a blacking factory, labeling bottles for eleven hours a day. He also visited his father in prison every Sunday.

Journalistic Career and Literary Success

In 1827, Dickens began working as a solicitor's clerk. He launched his journalistic career in 1831, writing for newspapers by day and working on his own writing by night. His first piece of fiction was published in 1835.

Marriage and Family Life

In 1835, Dickens met Catherine Thompson. They fell in love... Continue reading "Charles Dickens: Life, Curiosities, and A Christmas Carol" »

Adjectives

Tallish, skinny, plump (Rechoncho), broad-shoulder (ampli), Stubbly(No afeitat), Freckly (pecoso), Dyed (teñit), wavy(Ondulat), Spiky (De punta)// Big-headed (Cregut), Creative, easy-going, generous, good fun, good-natured (Campechano), intelligent, moody (Bipolar), Outgoing, serious, shy, strong-willed (Voluntad), warm-hearted (Bona persona.)

Relative Pronouns

people-> Who /that /whom(formal)// Things->Which that// Time->When// Spaces and places->Where// Possesion->Whose. 

Verb Tenses

Toy with->Considerar. // Take on->Assumir// Pick on->Tractar malament// Leave out->Excloure. // We use the present perfect to describe an action that started in the past and either continues in the present or has recently stopped:

Computers are now ubiquitous in modern society, presenting both advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages of Computers

Firstly, computers can save us time. They help us to perform complicated operations very quickly and almost without any mistakes. Secondly, they have improved worldwide communications. Thanks to the Internet, email, and now social networks, we can get in touch with our friends even if they are far away. Moreover, we can communicate with each other more cheaply, faster, and more easily.

Disadvantages of Computers

However, computers can also have drawbacks. On the one hand, they have improved communications, but on the other hand, they might stop people from communicating with each other face-to-face. Some people prefer "talking"... Continue reading "Impact of Computers on Modern Society: Pros and Cons" »

ONLY A TINY MINORITY (7): tiny minority, made homeless, protect your identity, end poverty, ageing population, life expectancy, population growth. A RECENT STUDY (7): 1) truly, 2) joy, 3) essential, 4) well-established, 5) appealing, 6) property, 7) (a lazar).  MATT IS SO ORGANISED: Matt (effortless), Have you been (affordable), It is (efficient) copying, JK Rowling (first-rate), I can come over (convenient), This new gadget (appealing), For an (unbeatable) price, Marta (worthwhile). A PHRASAL VERB: a phrasal verb in the past (date back to), with a level of (standard), a person over (senior citizen), which is not (unfamiliar), a phrasal verb already (join in), happening at once (instantly). 

WITHOUT ANY END: limitless, infinity, watching

"Mockingbird"

Yeah

I know sometimes things may not always make sense to you right now

But hey, what daddy always tell you?

Straighten up little soldier

Stiffen up that upper lip

What you crying about?

You got me.

Hailie, I know you miss your mom, and I know you miss your dad

When I'm gone but I'm trying to give you the life that I never had

I can see you're sad, even when you smile, even when you laugh

I can see it in your eyes, deep inside you want to cry

'Cause you're scared, I ain't there?

Daddy's with you in your prayers

No more crying, wipe them tears

Daddy's here, no more nightmares

We gon' pull together through it, we gon' do it

Lainie, Uncle's crazy, ain't he?

Yeah, but he loves you girl and you better know it

We're all we got in this world

When it spins,... Continue reading "Eminem's 'Mockingbird': A Father's Promise to His Daughters" »