Notes, summaries, assignments, exams, and problems for Vocational training

Used to vs. Would

To talk about habits and continuous actions in the past, we can use used to or would.

• We use used to with both action and stative verbs.
• We only use would with action verbs.
• We use both would and used to with repeated actions.

Adverbs and Adverbial Phrases

We often form adverbial phrases with:

• in a/an + noun/adjective + way
• with/without + noun/adjective

Obligation, Permission, and Prohibition

To express obligation or necessity, we can use have to or must. To say something is (or isn't) a good idea, we can use should. To express no obligation or necessity, we can use don't have to or don't need to. To express permission, we can use let, and to say that something is not permitted, we use not to be allowed to.

Necessity: Didn't Have To,

Gulliver's Travels: A Satirical Exploration of Humanity

3rd Voyage: The Floating Island of Laputa

The King's Unique Policy

Even though the Laputians excel only in music and mathematics, they still desire world domination. This exemplifies human nature, as the King employs a peculiar tactic: if neighboring islands disobey, he hovers Laputa above them, blocking sunlight and rain while dropping stones until they submit.

Lost in Thought

Laputians are so engrossed in their internal world of deep thought that they require constant reminders of their actions. This serves as a metaphor for individuals consumed by their own thoughts, oblivious to the external world, and convinced of their own righteousness.

4th Voyage: The Land of the Houyhnhnms

Reason vs.

Symbolism and Satire in Gulliver's Travels

Jonathan Swift's Gulliver's Travels is a masterpiece of satire, where nearly every element acts as a symbol, criticizing contemporary philosophies and customs of English society. Let's explore the allegories, metaphors, and satire Swift employs through Gulliver's various voyages.

Voyage 1: Lilliput

Gulliver's first voyage to Lilliput is rife with symbolism:

• The Egg Controversy: The debate over which end to break a boiled egg, Big-Endians versus Little-Endians, allegorizes the religious conflict between Catholics and Protestants in England.
• High Heels and Low Heels: The political parties of England, specifically the Tories (conservatives) and Whigs (liberals), are represented by the Lilliputians' footwear

Cover Letter

Dear Mr. Rodriguez,

I am writing to express my interest in the Shop Assistant position at Fotoprix, as advertised.

Relevant Experience

• Waiter, Hotel Front Maritim
• Auxiliary Assistant, Fotoprix
• Cashier, Caprabo

Education

• Upper Vocational Training in Management and Commercial Space (currently pursuing)
• Secondary School Diploma, Xxv Olimpiada
• Middle Training in Commerce

Skills and Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish and Catalan
• Excellent customer service skills
• Experience in sales and retail operations
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail

Availability

I am available for immediate employment.

Contact Information

Please feel free to contact me at 66666 or [email protected].

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Israel Soria

Shut down: Cerrar. - It stops operating (business or large piece of equipment).

Get away with: Zafarse de la cárcel, librarse.- Succeed in avoiding punishment for something.

Show up: Aparecer.- Arrive somewhere in order to join a group of people, especially late or unexpectedly.

Turn out:- Be known or discovered finally and surprisingly.

Hold onto: Conservar.- Keep smth you have.

Turn up: Aparecer.- Find unexpectedly smth you have been looking for.

Arrest: Arrestar.- When the police take someone away to ask them about a crime that they might have committed.

Kidnap: Secuestrar.- To take a person away illegally by force usually in order to demand money in exchange for realizing them.

Witness: Testigo.- To see something happen, especially a crime.

Hijack:... Continue reading "Common English Phrases and Vocabulary" »

Historical facts in the 16^th and 17^th centuries are linked to long-term processes:

The fight for European hegemony: Habsburgs (Spanish) fought other kingdoms (France, England, and the Netherlands) to defend their position as the leading power. Charles V inherited a huge territory, and his son, Phillip II, was able to expand. They were defeated, and in 1648, France became the new leading power.

The Ottoman expansion: Spanish Habsburgs and the Republic of Venice tried to stop the expansion of the Ottomans all over the Mediterranean Sea. At the same time, Austrian Habsburgs tried to do the same in Eastern Europe. Christians battled Muslims in a crusade.

The Reformation and Wars of Religion: In 1517, Martin Luther initiated the Reformation, which... Continue reading "Historical Facts in the 16th and 17th Centuries" »

*** Constituent Parts of Rehabilitation System: Principle Goals....

- Can be: physical/psychological/social/educational

• Legal part
• Medical rehabilitation
• Vocational rehabilitation
• Education
• Compensatory technical, orthopedic means
• Environmental adaptation
• Culture, sports, recreation, religion

^^ Stages of Rehab:

• I----. Hospital Setting, Hospital Staff
• II----> In Sanatorium/Outpatient
• III----> Home Setting, Practitioner or Family Member

^^ Principles, Goals & Task of Rehab:

• Treatment of Pathology
• Decrease Impairment
• Prevent and Treat Complications
• Increase Activity
• Physiological

Review

Writing Plan:

1) Introduction: (Paragraph 1)

Write an introductory paragraph that introduces the book and catches the readers’ interest.

2) Main body: (Paragraphs 2 & 3):

a) A brief summary of the book’s contents (e.g. the main characters, the setting and book genre – romance, thriller). Be careful not to reveal too much of the story, or you’ll ruin it for new readers.

b)  Analyze or critique the book. You can write about your own opinions; just be sure that you explain and support them with examples. Some questions you might want to consider:

• Did the author achieve his or her purpose?
• What did you like/dislike about the book?
• Did you have a favourite character?
• Is the writing effective, powerful, difficult, beautiful?
• What are the

Statesmanship and Warcraft

Machiavelli believes that good laws follow naturally from a good military. Machiavelli reverses the conventional understanding of war as a necessary, but not definitive, element of the development of states. Instead, he asserts that successful war is the very foundation upon which all states are built. Much of The Prince is devoted to describing exactly what it means to conduct a good war. But Machiavelli's description of war encompasses more than just the direct use of military force when cities were constantly threatened by neighboring principalities, and the area had suffered through power struggles for many years.

Goodwill and Hatred

To remain in power, a prince must avoid the hatred of his people. It is not necessary... Continue reading "Machiavelli and Mill: Power, Liberty, and Human Nature" »

Participants in the Tourism Industry

• Visitors: Individuals with motivations for travel.
• The Destination: The host community.
• Government: Plays a crucial role in tourism development and promotion.
• Local People: View tourism as a factor for cultural exchange and employment.
• Travel Trade Intermediaries and Suppliers: Businesses providing tourist goods and services.
  • Travel Agents: Organize personal travel and accommodation for travelers. They offer services like hotels, cruise lines, railways, and package tour operators.
  • Wholesale Tour Operators: Develop and market package tours, often through travel agencies.
  • Tour Guides and Couriers: Travel with tourists and work to ensure travelers' needs are met.
  • Hotel Booking Agencies.
  • Destination Management Company