Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and exercises for English for University

Part 1: Multiple Choice

PARTE 1

1. __ you __ there? — C. were/working

2. The schoolgirls __ not __ any uniforms. — A. are/wearing

3. The company Cybertron __ __ a new controller. — A. was/producing

4. __ Scott and Ryan __ on Fridays? — B. do/drink

5. I __ __ that — D. don't/do

6. __ you __ there? — D. were/staying

7. The schoolgirls __ not __ any uniforms — C. did/wear

8. The company Cybertron __ __ a new controller — D. is/producing

9. __ Scott and Ryan __ their boss? — D. did/call

10. I __ __ it — B. didn't/do

Part 2: Dialogues and Answers

PARTE 2

1. “On a Normal Day” is the first one in the Top 20 this week. — C. What a nice title for a song!

2. Who are you thinking of? — A. Right now I'm thinking of you, my dear Alexa.

3. What...

Scotland's Natural Beauty: The Isle of Skye

The Isle of Skye, located in the northwest of Scotland, is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. In addition, it is a wonderful place for a holiday for people of all ages.

Magnificent Coast and Mountains

Skye is known for its magnificent coast and beautiful mountains. Although there are not many hotels or restaurants, the area is so beautiful that many people go there each year for their summer holiday. When we visited the island last summer, I loved taking long walks through the splendid mountains and along the beautiful coast.

History and Community on Skye

Most of the people who live on the Isle of Skye earn a living from farming, tourism, or forestry. They are quiet people who are proud...

What the time does...

Passive Voice Structures

• Simple Present: Object + am/is/are + past participle. Example: The lesson is explained by the teacher.
• Present Continuous: Object + am/is/are + being + past participle. Example: The dinner is being served by Axel.
• Present Perfect: Object + have/has + been + past participle. Example: The baby has been showered by my mom.
• Present Perfect Continuous: Object + has/have + been + being + past participle. Example: My phone has been being stolen.
• Simple Past: Object + was/were + past participle. Example: The bridge was built.
• Past Continuous: Object + was/were + being + past participle. Example: The homework was being checked.
• Past Perfect: Object + had + been + past participle. Example: The computer had been fixed.
• Past Perfect Continuous:

1. Get Organized

You can't do any work if you don't know what assignments need to be completed. Invest in a planner or start using the calendar app on your phone. This makes it much easier to keep track of individual assignments and important due dates.

2. Set Simple, Achievable Goals

Part of the reason we procrastinate is because the task at hand seems too daunting. It's a lot easier to get started on a project when you establish simple, reachable goals rather than a big, vague plan. Instead of telling yourself, "I'll study biology tonight," say, "I'll study chapter six tonight." This makes your goals less intimidating and more attainable.

3. Create a Timeline/Schedule

After you set your goals, create a timeline to complete them. This could be...

19th Century English Literature

Romanticism

The dominant literary movement of the 19th century in England was Romanticism, which emerged from Europe in the late 18th century. Key figures of this era include poets like George Gordon Byron, John Keats, and Percy Shelley. Prominent novelists include Jane Austen (Sense and Sensibility, 1811), Walter Scott (Rob Roy, 1817), Mary Shelley (Frankenstein, 1818), the Brontë sisters, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, known for his Sherlock Holmes novels and short stories (1880-1907).

Children's Literature

The Romantic movement also revitalized children's literature with a return to fantastical folktales. This period saw the compilation of poems and rhymes, with notable authors such as the Grimm brothers (Children'

The Concept of Alter Egos in Poe's Short Stories

In Edgar Allan Poe's short stories, the concept of alter egos often appears. Minister D., a character in"The Purloined Letter" serves as the criminal counterpart to Dupin, a detective who typically operates within the law.

Dupin's Recognition of the Similarity

Dupin acknowledges the resemblance between himself and Minister D., referring to him as"that monstrum horrendum, an unprincipled man of genius" He delights in outwitting the Minister in a battle of intellect.

The Fake Letter and the Greek Mythological Reference

In a fake letter left for Minister D., Dupin includes a quote about the Greek brothers Atreus and Thyestes. Thyestes's adultery with Atreus's wife leads to Atreus's revenge, in which...

Christopher Isherwood: Modernism and War's Impact

Christopher Isherwood's work demonstrates a strong modernist influence, particularly in The Memorial: Portrait of a Family. This novel showcases a better integration of modernist techniques, exploring the profound effect of war on his generation.

• New Generation: Characterized by brittle gaiety and disillusionment.
• Older Generation: Grappling with a changed world, tormented by memories of the Edwardian era.

The novel's chronologically disorderly narrative reflects the pervasive sense of loss and collapse. Isherwood's "Berlin fiction" or "new realism" marked a significant shift in his style.

Factors for Isherwood's Stylistic Change

• Brief employment as a film writer, which fostered a fascination for

English Language Proficiency Quizzes

Meeting a Familiar Face

Se encuentran y su cara le parece conocida.

1. Where did the man and woman first meet?
   • A. At a party
   • B. At school
   • C. At a friend's house
2. What is the woman's name?
   • A. Sharon
   • B. Susan
   • C. Sherry
3. In what field is the woman majoring?
   • A. Engineering
   • B. Computer science
   • C. Education
4. What major is the man considering most at this time?
   • A. International business
   • B. Accounting
   • C. Marketing
5. Do you think the woman is interested in going out with the man?
   • A. Yes
   • B. No

Discussion on Smoking Habits

Texto 2: Cigarros.

1. The man smokes _______ packs of cigarettes a day.
   • A. One
   • B. Two
   • C. Three
2. The man and woman are _____________.
   • A. Siblings
   • B. Husband and wife
   • C. Coworkers
3. According to the conversation, where does the man probably smoke