Page |1 Your Name:__________________ Grade:______________________ Date:_______________________ Do you often read books voluntarily? What books do you usually read? Discuss it with your neighbor. Ask your neighbor: Who is Harry Potter? What's so magical about him? Part I 1/9/2013 Page |2 Reading: Read through the text, look up unknown words by J. K. Rowling In 1990, a British woman in her mid-twenties called Joanne Rowling was on a train in England when she suddenly had an idea for a story she could write. She had enjoyed writing ever since she was a young girl, but there was so...
Is job satisfaction more important than money? There are many people who are in jobs they dislike. If you ask them about unsatisfying jobs, they definitely will answer that they do it because money is more important than job satisfaction. On the contrary, I do not agree with them. Firstly, money cannot buy you happiness. Like it is said, chase money and you will always be running. Moreover, you have only got one life to live happily and happy are you only then, when you have a rewarding job. Secondly, do what you love and the money will follow. Some people are convinced of job importants - enjoy the job you do and you may get promoted and get a pay rise. On the other hand, money is also important. Only with job satisfaction, you do not pay bills. Money is only a vehicle for achieving satisfaction. Initially, when you start up your career - money is very important which makes you fe...
I wake up at 8 o'clock.. After I had push aside about three blankets, I decide to take some coffee and go to window to see what is the temperature. It quite funny to think that me the consequently biggest cryaesthesia in the world, comes here to Antarctica. But my huge affection is penguins. That's why I'm going to see how they are doing, after I have finished my coffee. I'll check how many of them are on the ice and does they have their food. We try to interrupt penguins as less as possible. That's why they look themselves the food and place to stay. Mostly they eat fishes and squids. After those duties with them are done, It's almost afternoon. Then I crab some lunch and chat with some other scientists. We are making quite progress in exploring penguins. After my lunch I go to see them again. I watch their actions and habits and write everything down. In the evening I try to write for my research. After th...
Not long time ago I met again with Helena. I haven't seen her since last year christmas. She is very beautiful and gorgeous. I first met her some years ago at party. There were many beautiful looking girls ,but she was only one who I leapt the eye on. She had curly blond hair, blue eyes, tiny nose, small bright red mouth, bright white top and small red skirt, curvy body figure just like an angel. For today she is changed a lot. She got long black hair with pink stripes in it and still she got that pretty face, she's wearing high-heel shoes, black tight jeans, and black calash top. In her character is something special what I like. She is friendly most of the time, she got so much energy but she don't have a place to express herself. And the thing what I like most about her that she is very honest with me i think and i can trust her allways and of course she is very helpful.
Dear mum, Mum, you know how much I love dogs. I can't stop thinking about dogs. I know you don't like dogs. But when you see a little puppy in our home, you will change your mind. Of course dog needs extra money, but I have some savings. I will change my pocket money for a dog. Mum, don't worry about walking dog, feeding dog or cleaning after dog. I will do all! Please mum, let's have a dog. You don't have to worry about noise what dog makes. Let's buy headphones for all family. No broken things, because we will take cultured dog, who don't scratch or break things. Dad agreed with me with having a dog. He said that I need to ask you, and that's what I am doing right now. You don't have to do almost anything, just let me have a dog. I will wait your letter as soon as possible. With love, your daughter
Easter Quiz 1.What day is Easter celebrated? Sunday 2.Where does the name Easter come from? An Anglo-Saxon goddess called Eastre 3.On Palm Sunday, Christians celebrate the day that .... Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey and was greeted by cheering crowd 4.How long is Lent is western churches? 40 days 5.Why do we have eggs at Easter? They are a symbol of rebirth 6.The night before his death, Jesus finished the Passover meal with disciples by sharing bread and wine 7.What traditionally happened on Ash Wednesday? People put ash on their foreheads 8.What does Shrove Tuesday have to do with Easter? Shrove Tuesday is the last day to indulge before Lent. 9.Lent is the time of .... Abstinence (of giving things up) 10.Which of the following has nothing to do with Shrove Tuesday? Lean Tuesday 11.The ashes used on Ash Wednesday are made by burning palm crosses which have been saved from Palm Sunday last year. 12.During Lent Christians remembe...
Letter of application Dear Miss Cheung I am writing at the recommendation of my supervisor, Dr Denise So, who suggested I contact you concerning job opportunities as an analyst at Thomson Consulting. Please accept this letter and accompanying resume as evidence of my interest in applying for this position with your company. I am a computer major of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, who is about to graduate in June. The degree programme has equipped me with a solid foundation knowledge in computer science. Courses that should be of particular relevance to the present position include computer engineering, operation systems, network administration and database management. I have learnt about the latest technology in these areas, and I have confidence that I can self-learn continuously to keep up with the rapid development in this field. Other than my studies, I have been earnestly seekin...
PAST PERFECT and PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS Presentation by Keir Tetsmann Past Perfect · WE USE PAST PERFECT: · For an action which happened before another past action or before a stated time in the past. · I had finished my work by eight o´clock . · For an action which finished in the past and whose results was visible at a later point in the past. · He had just washed his head,his hair were wet. We use the Past Perfect · For a general situation in the past. · Everything had seemed normal at first. · HAD+PAST PARTICIPLE The time expressions we use with the past perfect · Before · After · Just · For · Since · Till/until · When · By the time · Never etc. PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS · WE USE THE PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS: · To put emphasis on the duration of an action which started and finished in the past,before another action or stated time in t...
Natural Disasters: Does Mankind Even Stand a Chance? Throughout time, man has fought valiantly against the forces of nature. We have successfully climbed the tallest mountains, sailed the greatest seas, and defeated the mighty dinosaurs. But we are no match for nature's greatest weapon: Natural Disasters. As far as natural disasters go, the deadly trinity of mudslides, whirlpools, and meteors is man's greatest nemesis. Mudslides strike without warning and with deadly force. Every day, across the world, unsuspecting villagers are hammered by the force of 36,000 tons of that soft wet dirt known as mud, as it cascades down mountains, rolls across plains, swoops through valleys, and takes flight over cliffs. Once the mud strikes, it leaves the villages and cities in ruins, as houses and other structures are quickly destroyed. And just as every day these villages are leveled by these disastrous attacks, the world's top scientists are...
To: Penelope MacSparron, head teacher From: Mari Mets, student Subject: Suggested improvements to school Date: 1 Decembre 2009 Purpose The purpose of this report is to comment conditions in the school and to make recommendations for possible improvements. The survey has been conducted among our class students. Canteen Firstly, the canteen`s food prices are too low and service is very slow. It would be a good idea to mark down the price of food and to put meals on the table before lunch break. As result service would be faster and more students could afford eating school lunch . Library Furthermore, the majority of the students (56%) are not agreed with library opening hours and range of books. By buying more books and changing library opening hours, we could solve the problem. Teachers` teaching styles Last, the minority of our class students (22%) do not like the teachers` teaching styles. Teachers should explain more clearly ...
Mari-Liisa Reigo Jaanipäev Jaaniõhtu, also called Jaanilaupäev and Jaanipäev are the most important days in the Estonian calendar, apart from Christmas. The short summer seasons with long days and brief nights hold special significance for the people of Estonia. Jaanipäev is celebrated in the night between 23rd and 24th of June, a few days after the summer solstice, when night seems to be non-existent. For Estonians, Jaanipäev celebrations were merged with the celebration of Võidupüha during the War of Independence when Estonian forces defeated the German troops on 23 June 1919. After this battle against Estonia's traditional oppressors, Jaaniõhtu and the lighting of the traditional bonfires became linked with the ideals of independence and freedom. Jaanipäev marks a change in the farming year, specif...
My Most Unforgettable Childhood Experience I was spending my holiday in my summer cottage. It was a warm night and we were playing cards i my friend's balcony. It was about 1o'clock a.m. and we were getting sleepy. We decided to go to sleep and as my parents were already sleeping , I had to go home by myself. There is a forest near our house and a little lamp with green shimmer leads into the forest. When I looked straight to it, I saw a man in a black coat, who was standing in a green light.At the same time my friend shouted something to me and I turned my head.When I looked back the man had dissapeared. I was terrified and ran home. I was still trembling when I got in to my bed. In the morning I was retelling the story to my parents and when I finished,they gave me a big hug to me. When I asked,what was going on they said that they're really happy that I...
Basketball Basketball Fast moving game Team sport 2 teams, 5 active players in each Indoor and also outdoor game One of the most popular sports in the world Equipment Basketball and the court Competitive levels require the use of clocks, scoresheets, scoreboard and so on. History Basketball was invented in 1891 by James Naismith The first official basketball game was played in the YMCA gymnasium in 1892 History Basketball was originally played with an association football ball. Women's basketball began in 1892 at Smith College Characteristics Co-operative Accurate Determined Basketball player needs to have good stamina Playing regulations Four quarters of 15 minutes. Half-time break is 15 minutes Teams exchange baskets for the second half. Points are scored by passing the ball through the basket from above. Advantages Not very expensive spor...
Fast Food Eating fast food has became very common nowadays, because of people's life pace. People are often busy and it is easier to go to a fast food restaurant for few minutes than cook meal at home or wait for your meal at regular restaurant. A typical fast food meal consists of fries, a burger and a soft drink, which contains much calories and fat. Fast Food becomes even more and more popular. Fast food restaurants are found almost everywhere, specially in big cities and crowded places. It is very easy for people to go there. The food is often tasty and available for everyone, because of multitude of the rastaurants and low price of the food. It is very easy to go a fast food drive-in after exhausting day at work or on your way to somewhere. It is also possible to even order the food to your home, if necessary. Fast food is bad for our health if we eat it often. Th...
Most needed profession in Estonia in 21st century Nowadays, it's very difficult to say, which job is most important. There is very much jobs, in Estonia. It is very individual, and every people emphasize different jobs. I think, importand and eventful is medico profession. People who are saving peoples lifes, they need respect. I can only suppose what kind of hard work it really is. Maybe healty people dont value this job, but people who have been sick or take part in some accident, they know how needed occupation it is. Secondly it would be policeman profession. There is very much criminals, in Estonia, and in all world. But policemans trying take care of people safety. I think, if there is no policemans, in world, then it would be disaster. Third would be teacher occupation. We need smart peoples, for saving lifes in world. It is important to teach childs and give them education. Then we are growing up people, who cou...
The Moving Finger Agatha Christie The Moving Finger Agatha Christie Plot summary: Brother and sister Jerry and Joanna Burton bought a country house in an idyllic English town called Lymstock so that Jerry could recover from injuries received in a wartime plane crash. They had been living in London their whole life and thus were excited but intimidated to go. Lymstock was much like any other English village, no more than 300 people. Those that live there enjoy the peace of rural life and form a union to where it can be difficult for strangers to blend in. Fortunately, it wasn't much of a problem for Jerry and Joanna. They were just getting to know the town's strange members and their characters...
Extended Rules for Using Commas Comma Use 1. Use commas to separate independent clauses when they are joined by any of these seven coordinating conjunctions: and, but, for, or, nor, so, yet. The game was over, but the crowd refused to leave. The student explained her question, yet the instructor still didn't seem to understand. Yesterday was her brother's birthday, so she took him out to dinner. 2. Use commas after introductory a) clauses, b) phrases, or c) words that come before the main clause. a. Common starter words for introductory clauses that should be followed by a comma include after, although, as, because, if, since, when, while. While I was eating, the cat scratched at the door. Because her alarm clock was broken, she was late for class. If you are ill, you ought to see a doctor. When the snow stops falling, we'll shovel the driveway. However, don't put a comma after the main clause when a dependent (subordinate) claus...
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Dear Sir, I am writing to you to complain about the china figure I ordered from you three weeks ago. I must regretly announce, that your advertisement was wrong in many ways. Firstly, the figure which I ordered was told to be delivered within ten days. But I received it after three weeks and due to that, I could not hand it to my friend in time. Furthermore, there was a crack on one side of the figure; so as a consequence, it also did not look the same anymore because of it. And the gold plaque, where you engraved my message was completely wrong. That is why I could not gift it to my friend after all. As you can imagine already, I am quite disappointed about your company. I also feel that I have certain rights to receive a refund in addition to an apology from your company manager. I look forward to recieiving a quick reply. Yours faithfully, Rainar Kaegas
LINKING DEVICES To make contrasting points: although, yet, however, neverthless, in spite of, but, while, despite, even if, been though, at the same time To list points: firstly, in the first place, first of all, to start with, secondly, thirdly, finally To add more points on a topic: what is more, furthermore, also, apart from this/that, besides, in addition to, moreover, too, not to mention the fact that To list advantages/disadvantages: one/another/a further/the main/the first/the greatest advantage/disadvantage To express personal opinion: in my opinion, in my view, to my mind/way of thinking, personally I belive, I feel strongly that, it seems to me that To refer to other sources: according to, with the reference to To conclude: finally, lastly, above all, all in all, in conclusion, all things considered, to sum up, as far as I am conserned, on the hole To emphasise what you say: cle...
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This is something that has had me in two minds for a very long time, why does humanity waste so much time and money on sport and the pursuit of sport when realistically it is just a sideshow, a morale booster for the masses? The sheer volume of money spent each year on sports are actually absolutely ridiculous. Sports have become a monster that is beyond our control. This happens as legitimate scientific research struggles to find funding or a struggle along with tiny handouts from patronising governments around the world. Space exploration is probably the prime example in that it is now, at this stage of human development, more important than ever before that we find ways to make space inhabitable. But instead NASA has become a bit of a joke to the public and space exploration the stuff of B- grade horror movies. The question we have to ask ourselves is this, do sports stars really deserve to be paid five times the salary of a scientis...
Cars are the greatest danger to human life today Nowadays driving with cars are very popular because they are very convenient and fast. Even though, there are people, who don't use cars for their own reasons. In my opinion, cars are useful and they give us more personal freedom. In the first place, there are a lot of people, who die in a car accident every year. The way I see it, is that peole themselves cause the greatest harm to society, not cars. Cars are not all dangerous if they're driven with care and attention. Another major reason is that cars give us more personal freedom. We can decide where and when we want to travel without having to rely on anyone else. Furthermore, cars are very small and comfortable, that we can easily drive close to different buildings. People argue that cities would be less polluted if cars were banned.They are on opinion that our health is at...
Stonehenge Anna Maria Rebane 11.B Facts about Stonehenge · 5000 year old prehistoric ritual monument · the most famous prehistoric monument in Europe · one of the most ancient and mysterious structures in the world · 3.2 kilometers west of Amesbury and 13 kilometers north of Salisbury · south-western England; in the English county of Wiltshire · built in the late Stone Age (Neolithic) and the Bronze Age The History of Stonehenge · "The Mystery of Stonehenge" · the building began in 3000 BC by semi-nomadic peoples · The first stone to be placed - Heel Stone. · some stones weigh about 45 tons each and are 7m high · the largest stone weights as much as 50 tons · no wheels and no metals · their tools - stones, bones and wood · built in several stages · 200 years later 80 blocks of bluestone w...
Wild animals in danger 11.02.2010 Wild animals in Estonia, like in many other places in the world, are in danger. Forest industry, agriculture and other human activities in the nature, as well as pollution, disturb and even endanger the life of wild animals. Firstly, there is a serious habitat problem because, after pollution or destruction, habitats take many years (sometimes hundreds or even thousands) to grow again. Pollution and destruction change the balance of nature. Each species in a habitat (for example, wood, jungle, marsh or forest) needs and helps the rest. As a result, forests are been cutting down. And what has taken the place of these green, natural places? Houses, farms, cities, streets, roads and factories. Because of this (and pollution, too) several species are dying all over the world. In ad...
Assessment Report To: Mr Emerson From: Egert Kaegas Subject: Hillside Camping Bagsbottom-by-Sea Introduction As requested, the purpose of this report is to describe and assess the suitability of this camp site for inclusion in our brochure. Location The site consists of a 500 m2 field overlooking the village of Bagsbottom-by-Sea. It is easily accessible to customers arriving by road or rail. Although the site offers an outstanding view, it is not protected from the wind. It can, in fact, become quite chilly in the evenings. Features Hillside has large shower block consisting of 10 showers and toilets for men and the same for woman. However, the cleanliness of the shower and toilet blocks is not of an acceptable standard. There is a bus service to the village, yet it is inconvenient as since it runs only every 30 or 60 minutes. Hillside also has launderette, a restaurant and a bar, althou...
Witness Report As I was walking along Western Road about 11.00 on Saturday morning I saw a red car pull up in front of me and two men jumped out and ran into Woolworths. I didn't really pay any attention until I heard screams coming from inside the shop. When I got closer I saw one man holding a gun while the other emptied the cash register. I couldn't see them very well, but one was fairly tall with brown hair and sunglasses and the other was shorter with very short blond hair. They were both wearing jeans and were about 22 years old, so they could have been students. There was another man in the car who had been waiting with the engine running, but I couldn't see what he looked like. I think they must have panicked at that point, beause they came running out without waiting to fill their bag with money and jumped into the red car again. As soon as the two men jumped into the car I drove off very ...
Useful language FORMAL LETTERS Letters objecting to someone's plans I am writing to express my concern /disappointment / alarm at hearing ... I was extremely alarmed/sorry/distressed to hear about your plans to ... As I think you know, ... May I point out that ... I feel I really must object to ... I am extremely concerned at the thought that ... It must be very clear that ... If these proposals go ahead, ... will happen. Another threat to ... , if these proposals go ahead, would come from ... I dread to imagine what damage this will cause. May I respectfully suggest that you ... I was wondering if you had considered this alternative? Would it not be possible to ... ? Letters of complaint I am writing to complain about ... I am writing to tell you how disappoi...
Long-Term Nursing Clinic There are four departments in Long-Term Nursing Clinic: Departments of Geriatrics, I Long- Term Nursing Department , II Long-Term Nursing Department and Department of Patient without Medical Insurance. The head of Long-Term Nursing Clinic is Jüri Ennet, the head of Long-Term Nursing Centre is Raivo Kolle and the head nurse of Clinic is Silvia Petrova. Offering long-term nursing care in Estonia is becoming increasingly more important due to the aging of the population. More attention is being paid to how patients cope and this requires close cooperation and communication between the patient, their next of kin, hospitals and national social welfare. The structural change that occurred in the East Tallinn Central Hospital (ETCH) in 2006, according to which medical rehabilitation was separated from the current comprehensive clinic, was the biggest change for departments engaged ...
INGLISE KEEL Sisukord Sisukord.................................................................................................................................. 2 Ajavormid Tense vorms.......................................................................................................3 Lihtolevik The present simple..................................................................................... 3 Lihtminevik The past simple....................................................................................... 3 Lihttulevik The future simple...................................................................................... 3 Kestev olevik The present continuous......................................................................... 3 Kestev minevik The past continuous...................................................................
Present Tenses - Kehtivad ajavormid Sõnade järjekord jutustavas lauses inglise keelse on alati ühesugune : Alus(Kes?Mis?), Öeldis (Mida teeb?), Sihitis(mida?keda?), kohamäärus ( Kus? ), Ajamäärus ( Millal? ), Viisimäärus ( Kuidas ? ). Küsilause järjekord: Abiteg , tegija , põhiteg . Jaatav lause: Yes , Tegija , abiteg. Eitav lause: No, tegija, abiteg. Present Simple: Abiteg: Do/Does. Jutustav lause : Nt . I never gome to school late . Jaatav lause: nt. Yes she does/ Yes I do . Eitav lause: nt . No, he doesn't/ No, i don't . põhitegusõna jääb eitavas ja küsivas lauses samaks . Sellepärast , et Do-d kasutatakse I ja you korral . Does kasutatakse He , She, It korral . Present Continous: Abiteg: am, is, are. Jutustav lause: nt. I am writwning now . Jaatav lause: Yes I am/ Yes they are/ Yes He is Eitav lause:No, I'm not/No they aren't/ No he isn't Eitavas ja küsivas lauses on põhitegusõna ing vormiga . Sellepärast, et ...
The first and most important thing you need to realize about the Internet is that you can find anything and anyone on the Internet that you can find in the real world. The only difference is that in the Internet you have a greater deal of anonymity that you get in the real world. Can chat rooms be dangerous? Most definitely. Particularly channels that clearly are catering to younger children. Pedophiles go where the kids are, and that is just as true on the Internet as in the "real world". Does that mean you should avoid all chat channels? Not at all. Just be aware of what you are doing and saying, and if you have small children, be sure to monitor their activity on the Internet. There are several programs, as I recall, that allow parents to track what their children are seeing and doing while on-line. One of the biggest threats on chat rooms is the presence of pedophiles, online stalkers and other predators always looking to exploit...
Weather in England Britain is an island country and the surrounding sea gives England a varied climate. The main influence on climate is close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, that's why the climate of England is classified as oceanic climate , with warm summers, cool winters and much rain throughout the year. As Britain have such a variable climate changing from day to day, it is difficult to know what weather will be on next day. In general there are warm summers and cool winters. Summers are cooler than those on the continent, but the winters are colder. Eastern parts are drier, cooler and less windy. Northern areas are generally cooler, wetter and have a smaller temperature range than southern areas. The highest temperature in England was 38.5 degrees at 10th August 2003. Winters are cool, wet and windy. Temperatures at night rarely drop below -10 degrees and in the ...
Fred and George Weasley gave to Harry the Marauder's map which led him through a secret passageway into Hogsmeade, where he rejoins Ron and Hermione.In fact. Harry hadn`t got permission to visit the Hogsmeade, because no one had signed his permission form, so that was the only way how he can visit it. Inside the Hogsmeade tavern, Harry overheard Cornelius Fudge discussing Sirius Black's responsibility for Harry's parents' deaths.They also discussed the death of the another Hogwarts student, Peter Pettigrew, who was blown to scraps. At Hogwarts, Harry received a notice from Hagrid where he said Buckbeak, the hippogriff who attacked Malfoy, is going to be put on trial. Hagrid was very funereal and inconsolable about it that maybe he doesn`t see his charming and faithful never again if they sentence him to death . Harry received for Christmas, a Firebolt, the most impressive racing broomstick in the world. Professor McGonagall took it away...
The most important key dates in Estonian history Every country has its history and some moments are more important than the others. Here are some of the most notable dates from Estonian history. 3rd millennium BC the Finno-Ugric tribes arrive in Estonia 1154 First written mention of Tallinn (by al-Idrisi) 13th century German and Danish invade Estonia. Estonians' numerous attempts to restore independence fail 1343 St. George's Night uprising 1558-1583 the Livonian War after which Northern Estonia is occupied by Sweden and Southern Estonia occupied by Poland 1632 Tartu University was founded 1860-1885 the era of national awakening, the foundation for Estonian journalism was laid, collection of folklore 1869 First all-Estonian Song Festival in Tartu 1884 The blue-black-and-white flag of Estonian Students' Society was consecrated ...
Estonian National Emblems and Symbols There are several important emblems and symbols of Estonia of which many are also known for the rest of the world. Estonian national emblems are the blue- black-and-white national flag, the national anthem and the coat of arms. The symbols are national flower (the cornflower), national bird (the barn swallow) and national stone (limestone). Estonian flag was originally the flag of the Estonian Students' Society which was consecrated in 1884. During Soviet rule, the flag was prohibited and it was first used again in Tartu in 1988. The national anthem is entitled as "My Native Land, My Pride and Joy". The melody was composed in the centre of the 19 th century by Friedrich Pacius and the Estonian lyrics were written by Johann Voldemar Jannsen. It was adopted as the official national anthem in 1920. The national coat of arms is originated from Denmark. It ...
The simplest cake ever- Biscuit cake · INGREDIENTS o 2 packets flat white tea biscuits o 2 packets flat chocolate tea biscuits o 400g sour cream o 400g vanilla curds (pasta) o A cup of coffee o Some slice of kiwi or strawberry o Crushed nuts and grated chocolate (or sweet cocoa) for decoration · PREPARATION o To make a cream- stir sour cream and curds o To make the coffee- boil water and add coffee o On a long flat rectangle tray or plate, lay down biscuits, 6 per layer in rows of 4 o Take the biscuits and dip quickly in the coffee o Then place again on the tray in the original position o Spread the cream across the biscuits in a thin layer o Repeat the process (dip biscuits in coffee, lay down over previous cream layer) o Keep repeating the above process until you rea...
A celebrity is a person who works hard all his life to become well known, and then wears darkglasses to avoid being recognized. A celebrity is a person who works hard all his life to become well known, and then wears darkglasses to avoid being recognized. Who wouldn't want to be in the spotlight? Being a celebrity means having nice cars, gigantic villas, clothes from famous fashions designers and a shot on the front cover of a magazine each week. The first answer among children to the question `Who would you like to be in the future?' most likely tends to be a singer, a model, a dancer, or simply: a superstar. Some parents wish to realise their dreams on their children. For example, in their youth they aspired to become famous, but failed and now force their children to work hard to realise their dreams for them. A perfect example for such faith is Michael Jackson. His father started to create a superstar of Michael when he was in a...
Bill Gates correct name is William Henry "Bill" Gates III born 28,october 1955 software Microsoft ideological owner richest human 19952007 Thanks you for listening
Enquiry for joining The Gifted an Talented Development Centre 20 October 2009-10-20 Dear Sir or Madam I am writing to enquire information about GTDC. I am 17-year-old school student and I have always been interested in joining with The Gifted and Talented Development Centre. I would be grateful if you could answer some questions, as the curriculum of the school was rather brief. First of all, I would like to know what are the requirements to perform entrance tests and what subjects they are. I also wonder what are the facilities of e-learing and how much they cost. If there are e-learing facilities then I would like to know how can i register myself. Finally, I would like to know what are the benefits of graduation. I have heard that all the students who graduate will get guaranteed jobs unfortunately I think that this is just a rumor due to economic crisis. I am looking forward to receivin...
Amelia Earhart possibly the most famous female pilot ever. She was born in 1897 in Kansas, USA. She had a difficult childhood. Her parents moved alot and she often missed school. After graduating high school she decided to study nursing. During the First World War, she worked as a military nurse in Canada. When the war ended, she became a social worker. Amelia also enjoyed going to air shows, where she took a ten-minute plane ride, and from that moment on she knew she had to learn to fly. She took several odd jobs to pay for the flying lessons. Later she organized cross-country air races and famous women pilots organisation the ,,Ninety Nines" One day she recived a an invitation to be the wirst woman to make the flightacross the Atlantic ocean. Amelia made that flight and met her future husband, George Putman, who arranged the flight. In 1937 Amelia took her final flight to fly around the world. Somewhere between New-Guinea and Howlan...
Prepositions (changed) 1) To be rich.........sth -in 2) To advise sb .../.../...sth -on/about/against 3) Investment.........sth -in 4) Concentration.........sth -on 5) To be optimistic/pessimistic.........sth -about 6) A concentration.........sth -of 7) To cope....../......sth/sb -with/without 8) To have the benefit.........sth -of 9) To depend.../......sth/sb.........sth -on/upon, for 10) To be available....../......sth/sb -for/to 11) To pack sth/sb....../......sth -into/with 12) To be packed.........sth/sb -with 13) To be frustrated.../.../...sth -with/at/by 14) To be ideal......... sth/sb -for 15) To stare......... sth/sb -at 16) A variety.........sth ...
The history of the English Language Kristin Klaus, 10a Short history · Started with the arrival of three Germanic tribes who invaded Britain during the 5th century AD · The tribes: the Angles, the Saxons, the Jutes · At that time the inhabitants spoke a Celtic language · The invadors pushed them west and north Germanic invaders entered Britain on the east and south coasts in the 5th century. Old English · 450-1100 AD · The Germanic tribes spoke similar languages which developed into Old English · Did not sound or look like English today · About half of the most commonly used English words have Old English roots · Be, strong, water Part of Beowulf, a poem written in Old English. Middle English · 1100-1500 · In 1066 William the Conqueror, the Duke of Normandy (part of modern France), invaded and conquered England · The new conquerors (called the Normans) brought with them a kind of French, which became the la...
Triinu Kask 2010 Baby What is a Baby ? A little human, smaller than You. Well designed Fully functional Why do You need a Baby? For expansion of Your family Provides someone to live for Provides another mouth to feed For entertainment What does it do? Eats Sleeps Produces sounds : cooing, gurgling and other adorable sounds May cause similar behavior in nearby adults Cries when hungry, sleepy or just because How to take care of it? Hand wash With warm water and mild soap After pat dry with soft cloth and talc Internal mechanisms are self-cleaning Needs diapers Colours k to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level Fifth level Genders Click to edit Master text styles Second level Third level Fourth level ...
Technology and choice Everyone has a choice and It's up to you to decide whether you take it or not. Technology is developing too fast, mayby someday we even have a choice to choose of what kind a baby we would like to have. It would be nice to choose a baby of your own, wouldn't it ? Firstly, It depens on a persons point of wiew. For some people it's definetly wrong and demonic. Others say it would be awesome and interesting , experience of life. secondly, technology isn't ready for that, we are already changing evolution by abortion. But mayby in the future we have a choice of what kind a baby we would like. You'll never know, perhaps they will make a menu and you can select a baby of your own taste. You could choose a girl with hot body and kind heart. In addition you could make her intelligence high, make her tall and give her hobbies. I think that it may be nice to choose hair color and eye color...
Grammar Present Simple (Lihtolevik) and Present Continuous (Kestev olevik) PRESENT SIMPLE - LIHTOLEVIK Lihtolevik väljendab: 1) Harjumuspärast tegevust või seisundit olevikus. What time do you usually get up? 2) Üldtuntud tõdesid ja fakte. It always rains in October. 3) Oskusi ja võimeid. She speaks English well. Juhul kui tegusõna lõpeb häälikuga `s` või ühenditega sh`, `ch`, lisatakse ainsuse kolmandas pöördes tegusõna lõppu ` ES` (switch switches). Täpselt sama reegel kehtib tegusõnade kohta, mis lõpevad häälikuga `o` (go goes). Erandina tuleks välja tuua tegusõna `have`, mille ainsuse kolmas pööre on has. He/She has a nice car. Does he/she have a nice car? He/She does not have a nice car. Juhul kui küsimus algab küsisõnaga (when, where, how, why, what), järgneb küsisõnale alati abitegusõna DO või DOES. Jaatav lause Küsiv lause Eitav lause I live in Tallinn. Do ...
GIVE GAVE GIVEN Give away 1)paljastama 2)midagi ära andma Give back tagastama Give in alla andma Give off erituma Give out 1)levitama, laiali jaotama 2) lõppu ette reetma Give up 1)alla andma 2) mingit harjumust muutma GO WENT GONE Go after jälitama Go ahead lubama millegi juhtumist Go away lõpeta, mine ära Go back on lubadust lõhkuma Go by kellegi ideedel baseeruv Go down with haigeks jääma Go for 1) ründama 2)taotlema midagi (tööd) Go off 1) plahvatama (pomm) 2) helisema, (alarm) 3) riknenud toit Go on 1) jätkama 2)juhtuma Go out kustuma Go over 1)detaile uurima 2)kordama Go round 1) (uudis) levima 2) kõigile jagub Go through 1) läbielamus 2)lõpetatud edukalt 3)detaile arutama Go up tõusma Go with sobima Go without toime tulema millegi puudusega
England Agnes Tael Xb Part of The UK Land borders with Scotland and Wales Includes over 100 smaller islands Total area 130395 km² Politics constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy leading parties Conservatives and Labour party member of the European Union Population Climate 51 000 000 people Temterate maritime 395 people per km² climate biggest influences come from the proximity to the Atlantic Oean Economy one of the largest in in the world average GDP per capita of £22,907 regarded as a mixed market economy official currency is the pound sterling Education optional nursery, primary, secondary Sixth form college Sports Thank you for your attention!!
England is a country that is part of the United Kingdom.It shares land borders with Scotland to the north and Wales to the west; the Irish sea is to the north west, theCeltic sea to the south west and the North Sea to the east, with the English Channel to the south separating it from continental Europe. The mainland of England consists of the central and southern part of the island of Great Britain in the North Atlantic but England also includes over 100 small isl such as the Isles of Scilly and the Isles of weight.The area now called England has been settled by people of various cultures for about 35,000 years, but it takes its name from the Angles, one of the Germanic tribes who settled during the 5th and 6th centuries. England became a unified state in AD 927, and since the Age of Discovery, which began during the 15th century, has had a significant cultural and legal impact on the wider world. The Kingdom of Englan which after 1284 ...
· Plans · Promises, threat · Formal language Future simple Will + I · Weather forecast · Conditional sentence · Expecting · Action what definitely happen · Polite (asking) · Waiting progress Future Continuous Will + BE +ing · Describe activity what will cover all future activity · Rele...
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to apply for the advertisement on your website requesting for volunteers to join a conservation expedition to a remote region of Costa Rica. I speak basic Spanish. I had learned Spanish at school for a year and after that I went to Spain. I lived there for a few years and I can easily speak with local community without any problems. I also took part in different swimming competitions. I like long distance in an openwater, so it is not a challenge for me to swim a lot and fast in the river or in the sea. I have two queries about the expedition. Firstly, could you please inform me about the animals which will be researched in the rainforest and in the waters close to the coast? Secondly, when and where will the twoweek introductory course take place? I look forward to your reply. Yours faithfully, .................
Greek cousine Moussaka, souvlaki, houmous Overview A great variety of dishes Symposiums, the Epicurean philosophers Archestratos in 330 B.C. 4,000 years of tradition Overview The ancient element of Greek cuisine Wheat. Important vegetables Flavoringsoregano, mint, garlic, dill and bay laurel leaves. Overview "Sweet" spices in combination with meat, (cinnamon and cloves in stews). Goats and sheep Fish dishes Experience The breakfast Dinner Pies before noon Moussaka Moussaka is an eggplantbased dish. Moussaka The bottom layer eggplant slices sautéed in olive oil. The middle layer ground lamb cooked with onion, garlic, chopped tomatoes, herbs, and spices (cinnamon, allspice and black pepper). The top layer a white sauce or egg custard. Moussaka Cook served lukewarm...
Tolerance and diversity. People from different nationalities living in our country, they are obviously already a quarter of our population. Therefore our country´s population has several diversities. Firstly, I am going to discuss about how a minority in the population of our country. almost 20 percent of all the people in Estonia are Russians. Many of them live on the east side of our country near the Estonian-Russian border. It often happens that they do not speak our language. This creates tensions between people our country. Secondly, since there are differences in the population inside our country, there are differences in the language, aswell. For example, there are regions on bigger towns where in the streets I can hear only Russian. most older and middle aged people can speak in russian. Since there are main language in our society, most jobs inquire speaking them, too. Young Russian- E...
Whatever kind of movie you make, it must have a clear idea, because the audience needs to understand the content. Film-making is very expensive, even about 15 minutes long film can cost over 30,000 pounds to make. A low-budget feature-length film can cost more than 0,5 million pounds. Therefore, film-maker must be sure that audience will like the movie. Low-budget films in Britain usually begin with a script, which is written specially for playing in the cinema. There are courses over Britain for people who want to learn how to write a script. One person can't take the responsibility of the whole movie, because film-making needs to involve hundreds of people. Low-budget films are shot on limited budget, beacause young or unknown dircetors suffer from lack of funding from studios. Several organizations like The British Film Institute fund short films shot by first-time directors. Also The BBC, Channel 4 and National Lottery spend lar...
Valentine's Day Saint Valentine's Day is an annual holiday held on February 14 celebrating love and affection between intimate companions.The holiday is named after one or more early Christian martyrs named Valentine and was established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD. It is traditionally a day on which lovers express their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending greeting cards .. The holiday first became associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished.hModern Valentine's Day symbols include the heart-shaped outline, doves, and the figure of the winged Cupid. Since the 19th century, handwritten valentines have largely given way to mass-produced greeting cards.The sending of Valentines was a fashion in nineteenth- century Great Britain, and, in 1847, Esther Howland develope...
Auld Lang Syne Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind ? Should old acquaintance be forgot, and old lang syne ? CHORUS: For auld lang syne, my dear, for auld lang syne, we'll take a cup of kindness yet, for auld lang syne. And surely you'll buy your pint cup ! and surely I'll buy mine ! And we'll take a cup o' kindness yet, for auld lang syne. CHORUS We two have run about the slopes, and picked the daisies fine ; But we've wandered many a weary foot, since auld lang syne. CHORUS We two have paddled in the stream, from morning sun till dine ; But seas between us broad have roared since auld lang syne. CHORUS And there's a hand my trusty friend ! And give us a hand o' thine ! And we'll take a right good-will draught, for auld lang syne. CHORUS
The advantages and disadvantages of living in the country Who wouldn't dream about beautiful views and privacy in their own communities, where people can enjoy all the amenities offered by the nature. But whether is it always such modest opportunities enough good for everyone to be happy with their life? If you choose to be settled on land, you should consider some of the disadvantages, but don't have to disappoint for the advantages. There are many advantages of living in the countryside. First of all, you can always enjoy your privacy, there are few city noise and inquisitive passerby, who usually do not go there. In most of cases, country house is built on a large area, which is still a dwelling house in addition to other buildings, such as a sauna or a barn. Great yard for children are convenient and good for playing, also there is suitable to grow some animals and keep pets. There is clean and fresh air, forest...
What kind of city is Tallinn? What is it famous for? Old own The old City, city of Hanseatic sellers, was not an administrative part of a city (the Cathedral Hill) till the end of a XIX-th century. It was the centre of medieval marketing that has provided him well- being. Now it is the most popular place among tourists with shops and big variety of restaurants. It was opened 22 july 1718 year.Kadriorg it is the largest park in Tallinn.Kadriorg`s founder was the Peter I. He named the park in honour of his wife Ekaterine I. Y ou can walk around this beautiful park and enjoy delightful sights of nature. Tallinn Hall square is the area, popular in summer months and is filled with street cafes. In winter, by the tradition which has remained since 1441, Hall square is the area decorated by a huge Christmas tree. Town Hall Square for centuries been used as a market and fairs square and also...
Eating out More and more of us are eating out on a regular basis, whether its for a business lunch, a girls get together or for a family meal. Eating out usually means that we have little control over how the food is prepared or how large the portion is. Foods eaten out tend to be higher in fat and research has shown that those who eat out regularly generally have higher intakes of fat, salt and calories. Studis have also shown that eating with friends can tempt us to overeat. Unlike packaged food, doods bought from cafes, restaurants dont have to carry nutritional information and so opting for the healthiest option might not always be abvious or easy. However, with some knownledge and thought, eating out can be enjoyable and healthy. Sometimes i like eating out with friends. Eating out with friends is the way to talking about our school day. I like our talkings beyond school. We always eat our favorite...
The Republic of South Africa History The Republic of South Africa is a country located at the southern tip of Africa, with a 2,798 kilometres coastline on the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Modern humans have inhabited Southern Africa for more than 100,000 years. In 1652 the Dutch East India Company founded a refreshment station at what would become Cape Town. The discovery of diamonds and later gold triggered the conflict known as the Anglo-Boer War, as the Boers and the British fought for the control of the South African mineral wealth. Although the Boers were defeated, the British gave limited independence to South Africa in 1910 as a British dominion. South Africa contains some of the oldest archaeological sites in the world. Flag I flag After the Anglo-Boer War the English people desided to make British Union Flag a national flag of South Africa II flag The second flag was designed in 31 May 1928, becau...
Trafalgar Square is over 160 years old... By the Middle Ages, it was known as Charing, by now name charing wears only the hotel next to the square Trafalgar Square is the largest square in London, it .is one of Britain's great tourist attractions. it's located at the heart of London, and it has been a central meeting place, place for new year receptions and Demostrations, since the Middle Ages. In the center of the square is the tall Nelson's Column. It was named in honour of Lord Nelson's victory at the Battle of Trafalgar square in 1805. Nelson was a much loved military hero in his day. The square is surrounded by many great buildings. There is also two famous fountains where y ou can take a dip in hot days. On the north side is the National Gallery. It houses a collection of more than 2300 paintings. National Gallery it is in fact one of the first permanent police boxes too. On the east there is Canada House. Opposite the Cana...
Ing Present Simple Present Progressive/Continuous (lihtolevik) (kestev olevik) I vorm (play) am JAATAV he is I vorm+ing (playing) she I vorm+s (plays) are it do not I vorm (don't play) am EITAV he is not I vorm+ing she does not I vorm are (not playing) it (doesn't play) Do I vorm (Do ... play ... ?) KÜSILAUSE ...
I Native Americans · Origin of Native Americans Origin is debatable Siberia->Alaska Crossed the land bridge around 14,000 years ago "ice-free corridor" Hunters, searching for fresh grounds · Different tribes and their way of life In tents, dark skin, hair is long, black and straight, women-agriculture, men- hunting. bands(chief. Travelled together) and tribes land was owned by the tribe that occupied it. 200 different tribes Apache- "enemy"- hunted buffalos, oil and natural gas from their land Cherokee- largest tribe Cheyenne- from Minnesota and S & N Dakota. High system of laws Northwest Ordinance of 1787 Signed in 1787 by Thomas Jefferson. The creation of the Northwest Territory as the first organized territory Ohio River was settled, 5 new states Advancement of education, maintenance of civil liberties, exclusion of slavery Promised not to invade or disturb Indians Northwest Indian War-> to stop white expropriation (sun...
*Surfing is a surface water sport in which a person (the surfer) moves along the face of a breaking ocean wave (the surf). Surfing also takes place on rivers, riding a standing wave. *Two major subdivisions within stand-up surfing are longboarding and shortboarding, reflecting differences in surfboard design -- particularly including surfboard length, and riding style. *It's important to observe the correct etiquette while out surfing, otherwise things will just descend in to total chaos. These are the most importand rules you have to follow. Probaly the most important word and rule in surfing. Respect for the land, the ocean and the people who grew up surfing here. You have to give respect and behave while visiting a spot, keep things friendly, earn some respect yourself *You will never know what may happen out there and its better if you have some friend with you.They can look over you and you over them. * Always know the water where...
Surfing Mathias Nöps 11c General idea · Surfing is a surface water sport · longboarding and shortboarding · Respect for the land, the ocean and the people who grew up surfing here · Surf with a friend or 2 · Know the water · "A man has to know his limits" · Have Fun · basic principle · speed, control, and power · Most radical maneuvers generating power and speed · 0-10 · ASP World Tour History · Origins of surfing are unknown · oldest practiced sports · in the late 1700s · Western Polynesia · fishermen · sport emerged · Surf culture · fashion, music, literature, films, jargon..... Kelly Slater · February 11, 1972 in Cocoa Beach, Florida · surf together with his two brothers · Kirra (Australia) and Pipe (Hawaii). · airs and barrels · WCT victories: 42 · World titles: 9 · youngest and oldest · movies Stephanie Gilmore · Murwillumbah, New South W...
If I were an English teacher Being a teacher is not an easy task. Teachers have many problems with students who does not know how to behave. Some of them even make fun of teachers and I find this kind of behaviour disturbing, because it is not fair that urchins have more fun in school than decent students have. Yes, teachers can throw the rebels out or punish them in other ways, but that usually agitates the students against the teacher. Firstly, I would like to say that if I were an English teacher I would variegate the classes with subjects, which students would actually find interesting. I would find it exciting to let them think and explore more about politics, social issues, world news and of course other subjects that they really find interesting to speak about. I believe these subjects need also considering because the majority of youth actually has no idea or interest who represents...
Hello my name is. And for introduction i will give you some clues for my following presentation. I would like you to think guess the object im describing. Golden Gate Bridge connects the city of San Francisco on the northern tip of the San Francisco Peninsula to Marin County as part of US Highway 101 and California State Highway 1 • Total length of Bridge (including approaches): 1.7 miles = 8,981 ft = 2,737 m • Width of Bridge: 90 ft = 27 m • Clearance above water: 220 ft = 67 m • Height of tower above water: 746 ft = 227 m • Height of tower above roadway: 500 ft = 152 m Main reason of building this bridge • Population centers were growing • Traffic congestion at the ferry docks was becoming intolerable • The thought of bridge started to develop in 1872 • The main idea of bridge construction was proposed by Charles Crocker, who was a railroad entrepreneur. the idea of a bridge ...
1. Listen to the song and put the correct verb. Verse 1 Hey, boy you never had much game Thought I needed to upgrade So I went and walked away way way Now, I see you've been hanging out With that other girl in town Looking like a pair of clowns clowns clowns Verse 2 Remember all the things that you and I did first? And now you're doing them with her Remember all the things that you and I did first? You got me, got me like this And now you're taking her to every restaurant And everywhere we went, come on! And now you're taking her to every restaurant You got me, got me like this 2. Translate Upgrade-uuendama Thought- mõte, mõtlemine Clowns-klounid Restaurant- restoran No one else- mitte keegi teine Separation- lahku minek I never realized- ma kunagi ei taibanud instead of you- sinu asemel nickname- hüüdnimi I still had you first- sa olid ikka minu esimene You clearly didn't think this through- Sa ilmselt ei mõelnud seda...
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