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Irregular Verb Forms

A list of 100 common irregular verbs in English, showing the base form, past tense, and past participle.

1. Be - was/were - been
2. Beat - beat - beaten
3. Become - became - become
4. Begin - began - begun
5. Bend - bent - bent
6. Bet - bet - bet
7. Bite - bit - bitten
8. Bleed - bled - bled
9. Blow - blew - blown
10. Break - broke - broken
11. Bring - brought - brought
12. Build - built - built
13. Burn - burnt/burned - burnt/burned
14. Buy - bought - bought
15. Catch - caught - caught
16. Choose - chose - chosen
17. Come - came - come
18. Cost - cost - cost
19. Cut - cut - cut
20. Dig - dug - dug
21. Do - did - done
22. Draw - drew - drawn
23. Dream - dreamt/dreamed - dreamt/dreamed
24. Drink - drank - drunk
25. Drive - drove - driven
26. Eat - ate - eaten
27. Fall - fell - fallen
28. Feed - fed - fed
29. Feel - felt - felt
30. Fight - fought - fought
31. Find -

Homeschooling: Advantages and Disadvantages

Some parents choose to teach their children at home instead of sending them to school. But is this a good or bad thing for the children? In this essay, I will discuss both sides.

Benefits of Homeschooling

One good thing about homeschooling is having a parent as a teacher. Parents understand their children well and can focus on what their kids need to learn. This can make learning easier and more enjoyable for the child.

Drawbacks of Homeschooling

However, a big problem with homeschooling is that children might not make many friends. In school, kids meet other students and learn how to get along with different people. Without this, homeschooled children might feel lonely or miss out on important social... Continue reading "Homeschooling Pros & Cons and Trendy Teens Clothing Shop Review" »

Letter of Inquiry for Tennis Club Membership

Dear Sir and Madam,

I am interested in joining your tennis club. I have intermediate experience, having played tennis for five years at another club in my previous city. I would like to improve my skills and meet other tennis enthusiasts. Specifically, I am eager to refine my techniques and gain better control during matches.

I have a few questions: Could you provide me with information about membership fees and available schedules? Do you offer group or individual lessons? Do you organize tournaments for members?

Thank you for your consideration.
Yours faithfully,
Mrs. Ana Paula

Invitation to Join a Tennis Club

Dear Ana,

I thought I'd write to you about a new tennis club in our town that's offering classes.... Continue reading "Queen Letizia of Spain: A Role Model of Dedication and Grace" »

Structure-Behavior-Performance Paradigm

The structure-behavior-performance paradigm, the basis of traditional industrial organization (IO), examines how companies behave within a given market structure. The new IO, however, inverts this logic, starting with how strategic behavior affects market structure. Both approaches agree that market structure influences market outcomes.

Defining Markets

Standard Production Classification

One method to define markets uses standard production classification. This system builds concentration data, but requires classifying multi-product companies. The procedure is:

1. Classify companies by their main product based on sales.
2. Calculate total sales for each market.
3. Calculate market shares and concentration indices.

Companies... Continue reading "Market Structure, Behavior, and Performance: Analysis" »

Introduction

Hello, my name is Tomas Mastronardi. Today I'm going to discuss international trade and two important ideologies: free trade and protectionism. We'll also explore trade wars, global trade tensions, and conclude with a summary of the key arguments.

Free Trade

Free trade promotes the unrestricted flow of goods and services across borders. Proponents argue that removing barriers to trade leads to economic growth, efficiency, and consumer benefits. Free trade agreements, such as the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), aim to reduce trade barriers and promote market access.

Protectionism

Protectionism, conversely, seeks to shield domestic industries... Continue reading "International Trade: Free Trade vs. Protectionism" »

Part I: Complete the Following Table

Part II: Complete the Following Sentences

1. She is from the United States. She is American.
2. She is from Nigeria. She is Nigerian.
3. She is from Germany. She is German.
4. They are from Egypt. They are Egyptian.
5. We are from Canada. We are Canadian.

Part III: Select the Correct Sentence

1. Select the correct sentence.
   • a) She lives with Carlos, and she works on Saturdays.
2. Select the correct sentence.
   • c) They are running in the park.
3. Select the correct sentence.
   • b) She is 20 years old.
4. Select the correct sentence.
   • a) We always

Formal Letter Writing

Greetings and Opening: Dear Sir, I'm writing in response to your request.

Body: Giving information and details: To begin with... Another important aspect...

Closing Remarks and Signing Off: In conclusion... I strongly believe... Yours faithfully, Javier

For and Against Essay Structure

Opening: Introduce topic... It is often said that... The question proposed is an interesting one because... It is a well-known fact that...

Body: Presents topic for both sides with supporting details... On the one hand... On the other hand...

Closing: Sums up the topic and presents the writer's opinion: Taking all these aspects into account, I believe that the plan, while well-intentioned, is unrealistic and totally unnecessary. In my view...

Formal

A Frightening Car Accident

Last week, I experienced a frightening accident that I will never forget. I was driving home from work when suddenly, a car came out of nowhere and crashed into my vehicle. I tried to avoid the collision, but it was too late. The impact was intense, and my car spun out of control. I felt scared and confused as my car finally came to a stop. Luckily, both the other driver and I were wearing seatbelts, which prevented any serious injuries. However, our cars were heavily damaged, and we had to wait for the police to arrive. It was a shocking and distressing event that reminded me of the importance of defensive driving and staying alert on the road because if we don't pay attention, accidents can happen easily.

Letter to

Personality Adjectives

Ambition - Ambitious / Cheerfulness - Cheerful (Alegre)

Creativity - Creative / Enthusiasm - Enthusiastic

Flexibility - Flexible / Generosity - Generous

Honesty - Honest / Idealism - Idealistic

Intelligence - Intelligent / Loyalty - Loyal

Maturity - Mature / Modesty - Modest (Modesto)

Optimism - Optimistic / Patience - Patient

Pessimism - Pessimistic / Punctuality - Punctual

Realism - Realistic / Self Confidence - Self Confident

Seriousness - Serious / Shyness - Shy

Sociability - Sociable / Stubbornness - Stubborn (Testarudo)

Sympathy - Sympathetic (Simpático) / Thoughtfulness - Thoughtful (Considerado)

Positive Qualities

• Have a good sense of humor
• Show lots of initiative
• Have physical courage
• Have lots of energy
• Be good at communicating
• Have

Negotiation Process

Basic Elements in a Negotiation:

• Communication Process: It's the means through which negotiation results are constructed.
• Persuasion: Involves using words, silences (active listening), and gestures.
• Resolving Differences: Different needs enable value creation through idea generation.
• Result-Oriented: Focused on achieving win-win, win-lose, or lose-lose outcomes.
• Formal Process: Each phase contributes to the final result.
• Impacts Relationships: Cooperation positively affects negotiation outcomes.
• Cooperative Attitude: Parties work together for mutually beneficial solutions.

Closing Techniques:

• Summary Close: Summarize key points leading to a logical conclusion.
• Alternative Close: Offer two choices to move the deal forward.
• Artisan Close: