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Modal verbs.

Can = Possibility or ability (Power, I)
Can not = Can not
Could = Past of can (could, might)
Could not = could not
May = Ability to do something, leave (Power, I)
May not = Can not
Might = Possible future to do something (could)
Might not = could not ... .... They might not work
May / Might + have + past = past verb
Security Must = somewhat true (you)
You must Musn't =
Must + have + past verb = Past
Should = Convenience, obligation (should)
Should = you should not. .......... He should go
Should + have + past verb = Past
Would = Offers, Invitations, desire (wish, wish).
Will = Future tense
Denial will not = will ... .. We will not help
Ought to = should
Oughtnt to = should not
Have to have that denial = Does not... Continue reading "Modal verbs, imperative and connectors" »

This poem is structured by 4 quartets of 14 syllables, Alexandrine art major and rhyme predominates.
The title is emblematic and symbolic at the same time, emblematic because it suggests something is going to speak, is this case of the albatross, which is a sea bird, with a kinship to the gull, but the albatross has larger wings more 2 meters, short trunk and wide white collar, and is symbolic because it will symbolize something of the albatross.
It is a well-known poem is one of the most celebrated of Baudelaire and the one that represents you, will want to play in the romantic poet albatross understanding with society.
Entering the poem, the first stanza, there are two elements, people and marine albatross. People navy after being at... Continue reading "Literary analysis: the albatross and a rose for Emily" »

Key Terms of the US Presidency and Executive Branch

1. Veto: The President rejects a bill.
2. Bureaucracy: Executive departments and agencies that enforce laws.
3. Executive Order: Presidential policy enacted without Congress.
4. Iron Triangle: Bureaucracy, Congress, and interest groups working together.
5. Policy Agenda: A set of issues the government is focused on.
6. Independent Regulatory Agency: Regulates specific economic sectors.
7. Independent Executive Agency: Like a cabinet, but with a narrower focus.
8. Line-item Veto: The President blocks specific provisions of a bill.
9. Executive Agreement: The President's agreement with another nation.
10. Executive Privilege: The President's right to withhold information.
11. Honeymoon Period: High presidential popularity immediately after

Reflections on the Past Generation

1. What did you think about the youth in your time?

I thought they were very full of life and dreams, but they also had their own worries.

2. How were young people different in your time?

They were closer and spent more time together, without as much distraction. They had more communication skills.

3. What values did you see changing in the younger generation back then?

Individualism and self-expression became more important. Thanks to technology, the new generation is improving their computer programming skills.

4. Did you think technology impacted young people positively or negatively in your time?

Technology was starting to appear and it was exciting, but it could also be disconnecting.

5. What advice would you

The Ancien Régime

The Ancien Régime was a social, economic, and political system that was dominant in Europe during the Early Modern Age.

Absolute Monarchies

Absolute monarchies were the main form of government during the Ancien Régime. They emerged because of the social and economic crises that took place at the end of the Middle Ages. These crises weakened the position of the privileged classes and allowed monarchs to strengthen their own positions in society. This led to powerful monarchs exercising supreme authority.

Justification for such power was found in the Medieval theory of the divine right of kings. This theory proposed that monarchs derived their right to rule directly from God. Any opposition was therefore opposing the will of... Continue reading "Understanding the Ancien Régime: Absolutism and Society" »

Introduction

The concept of "home" in literature often serves as a central theme, reflecting characters' identities, desires, and conflicts. This essay explores how "home" is conceptualized in George Orwell's Animal Farm, Doris Lessing's To Room Nineteen, and Stephen Frears' My Beautiful Launderette, highlighting their unique and overlapping themes.

Animal Farm: From Utopia to Dystopia

In Animal Farm, the farm itself represents a communal home, initially envisioned as a utopian society of equality and harmony. The animals overthrow their human owner to create a society free from oppression. However, as the pigs consolidate power, the farm becomes a site of betrayal. The concept of home shifts from equality to tyranny, mirroring the corruption... Continue reading "Literary Homes: Identity, Belonging, and Conflict" »

Military Expansion & Discoveries

Military Expansion Outside the Iberian Peninsula

Italy

The forces of Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba, "The Great Captain," defeated the French and secured the Aragonese territories of Naples, Sicily, and Sardinia.

The Atlantic Ocean

Castilla's Atlantic expansion began with the conquest and colonization of the Canary Islands (completed in 1496) and the discovery of America in 1492.

The Discovery of America

Portuguese Discoveries

In the 15th century, Portugal was the leading power in geographical discoveries. The Portuguese established trading posts on the African coast to obtain slaves, ivory, and gold. This exploration was supported by Henry the Navigator, who founded a school of navigators and mapmakers.

Christopher

Defining Communication

One possible definition: "To create and interpret messages that imply a potential answer" (Em Griffin)

Shannon-Weaver Model (1948)

In 1948, Claude Shannon and Warren Weaver developed the Mathematical Theory of Communication.

Elements: Sender, Message, Receiver, Code, Channel, Context, and Noise.

Organizational Theory

"An organization is a social institution in which its members carry out a series of activities, has a relatively stable structure over time, and tends towards certain goals" (Bernard Kliksberg)

Management Guru

PETER DRUCKER

Pioneers of Public Relations

Eduard Bernays

• Created the concept of "Public Relations advisor."
• Active career of 40 years working for large clients (Caruso, Eisenhower, General Motors...).
• First professor

Finding Belonging: A Migrant's Journey

The Challenge of "Country"

Initially, the concept of "country" seemed too broad. However, discussions revealed its potential for exploring the impact of place on identity and belonging. This piece delves into the complexities of migrating to an unfamiliar country, focusing on the search for security through employment.

A Migrant's Internal Struggles

The narrative aims to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the everyday challenges faced by migrants. It targets those who have personally experienced migration or know someone who has. The story is told from the first-person perspective of a woman grappling with isolation after arriving in Australia.

Inspiration and Literary Techniques

Inspired by "The... Continue reading "Finding Belonging: A Migrant's Journey of Identity and Employment" »