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Reading & Grammar Exercise Solutions

Reading Page 1 Answers (Set A)

Exercise 1: True/False

1. F; Although doctors can’t find any specific illness… they confirm that the health problems are genuine.
2. F; In some cases, they tell sufferers that they should not continue working in a particular building.
3. F; However, not everyone is sure that people are becoming ill because of the air.
4. T; According to some experts, the workers’ symptoms may actually be caused by stress, boredom and bad relationships with their co-workers and managers.
5. F; … there can be no doubt that bad air is not good for people’s health.

Exercise 2: Short Answers

1. They can’t explain its causes.
2. Heat to escape / fresh air in through windows.
3. Are bad.
4. Not good for people’s health.

Unit 9

1) Compound Adjectives

• Bald-headed: Calvo
• Bad-tempered: Enfadado
• Brown-eyed: Ojos marrones
• Curly-haired: Rizado
• Easy-going: Fácil
• Long-legged: Patilargo
• Rosy-cheeked: Mejilla rosa
• Suntanned: Moreno
• Warm-hearted: Amable
• Broad-minded: De mente abierta
• Self-disciplined: Centrado
• Big-headed: Cabezón

2) Body Idioms

• a) Keep an eye on someone
• b) Twist someone's arm
• c) Pull someone's leg
• d) Put your foot in it
• e) Be on the tip of your tongue
• f) Give someone a hand
• g) Keep a straight face
• h) Pick someone's brains

3) Relative Clauses

The plasma TV has broken. I only bought it last week.

The plasma TV, which I bought last week, has broken.

Unit 10

1) Expressions with Mind

• a) Mind your own business
• b) Do you mind if...?
• c) I don't mind + noun or -ing
• d) Change your mind
• e) Make

Common Irregular Verbs in English

((ser/estar)(Be)(was/were)(Been))((Empezar)(Begin)(Began)(Begun))((Romper)(Break)(Broke)(Broken))((Traer)(Bring)(brought)(Brought))((Construir)(Build)(built)(built))((Quemar)(Burn)(burnt)(burnt))((Comprar)(Buy)(bought)(bought))((Poder)(Can)(could)(been able to))

((Coger)(Catch)(caught)(caught))((Elegir)(Choose)(chose)(chosen))((Venir)(Come)(came)(come))((Costar)(Cost)(cost)(cost))((Cortar)(Cut)(cut)(cut))((Hacer)(Do)(did)(done))((Soñar)(Dream)(dreamt)(dreamt))((Beber) (Drink)(drank)(drunk))((Conducir)(Drive)(drove)(driven))((Comer)(Eat)(ate)(eaten))

((caer(se))(Fall)(fell)(fallen))((sentir(se))(Feel)(felt)(felt))((luchar/pelear)(Fight)(fought)(fought))((Volar)(Fly)(flew)(flown))((Olvidar)(Forget)(forgot)(forgotten)... Continue reading "Common Irregular Verbs in English and Modal Verbs" »

Histogenesis of Blood Tissue

Histogenesis refers to the origin and development of cells.

Development of Granulocytes (Myelopoiesis)

Granulocytes are cells with granular cytoplasm, including neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils (cells ending in -phil), and mast cells.

Stages of Granulocyte Development:

• Myeloblast
• Promyelocyte
• Myelocyte (stage when granules appear)
• Metamyelocyte

Origin of Blood Cells

All blood cells originate from the Hematopoietic Stem Cell. These cells differentiate after being stimulated by hormones or interleukins. For example, B-lymphocytes become plasma cells after being stimulated by IL-2 in order to fight infections.

Characteristics and Composition of Blood

General Characteristics of Blood

• Consists of blood plasma and matured blood

First of all, and by way of introduction, it seems to me that (t) is (a adjective) for the simple reason that I think that (it motivates) as you can see in the statistics about (x) or on all the media. At least this is what I think! But certainly, I don’t know if it is right or I am mistaken because I have a subjective point of view.

Secondly, in my opinion, I also believe that (t) is (x) because (x). From my point of view, I think that it is good/bad, and I totally disagree with (this motive), because it is demonstrated that (motive).

Otherwise, and as I have said before, I think that (t) is the most (x) because (x), and I totally disagree with this. If only (t) could always give positive consequences… end…

Finally, to conclude, it is very... Continue reading "Understanding Subjective Perspectives on (t)" »

Modernism: A Cultural and Artistic Revolution

Modernism represents a deliberate break with traditional forms of art and literature, fostering experimentation in writing and other creative fields. Later in the 20th century, works that extended and developed modernist approaches are referred to as *postmodernist*. Culture in general was profoundly transformed by mass media, notably film and television. There was a significant move to close the gap between popular and highbrow culture. Experimentation and individualism became virtues, whereas in the past they were often discouraged.

Origins and Core Principles of Modernism

Modernism was set in motion, in one sense, through a series of cultural shocks. The first of these great shocks was the **Great... Continue reading "Modernism: Defining a New Era in Art and Thought" »

Why was - The Nation

The Theatre of the Absurd: Characteristics and Influences

The Theatre of the Absurd is characterized by an essential absence of a consistent plot. Little happens in these plays, and what does occur often makes no sense whatsoever. There is a notable lack of progress and resolution. Furthermore, these plays typically feature minimal characterization, offering no real description of the characters.

Innovative Styles and Comic Elements

Absurdist Theatre is also composed of an innovative combination of previous styles. A significant comic side is present in these plays, with much of their inspiration coming from silent film and comedy. Characters often resemble Charlie Chaplin in their clownish behavior. Depending on the production, the play might... Continue reading "Understanding Absurdist Theatre and Animal Farm's Allegory" »

Chinua Achebe

Chinua Achebe is considered the father of postcolonial literature. His works reflect the effects of colonization in Nigeria. Nigeria became a British colony in the late 19th century, and, contrary to what had happened in Canada or the United States, Nigeria was under indirect rule, meaning that they used native authorities as rulers, and only a few English people actually settled in the country. Nigeria achieved its independence in 1960.

British Colonization and Its Impact

One of Britain's commercial interests that led to colonization was the trade in palm oil, which was very valuable and a much-needed material.

Furthermore, the English language, Christianity, and an English education system began developing with colonization. Nigeria... Continue reading "Chinua Achebe: The Father of Postcolonial Literature" »