Professional Documents
Culture Documents
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1. If you had ________________your coins with me, you would have had a
better collection.
2. He had wanted ________________for a long time but couldn't save
enough money to stop working.
3. Her father said she had made a mistake and that she was
________________for less than she deserved.
4. Would you have spent more time with your family if you had
________________at an earlier age?
5. If we had ________________for a smaller house, we wouldn't have
spent so much money.
6. The team had already agreed ________________their best player.
Rewrite the sentences
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What book would you take with you to a desert island, and why?
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183 Complete the text with the words in the box
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Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon feature some of the most beautiful
campgrounds in Arizona. Fish, hike, swim and camp near the shimmering
waters of Oak Creek and soak up the views of the majestic red rocks of
Sedona, Arizona. The scenic views, lush settings and tranquil environments
make these Sedona camping spots popular destinations for outdoor
enthusiasts. Campgrounds can become quite crowded during the summer
months and particularly on weekends and holidays. So make reservations
promptly, or get there early to claim the best non-reserved camping spots.
Contact the Red Rock District of Coconino National Forest for the latest
fees and the most convenient place to purchase passes.
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1. I told my mom that she should really (to stop - to smoke) if she wants to
live longer.
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2. That driver was at the gas station because he had (to stop - to smoke).
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3. (to deal) with a crisis effectively takes a lot of skill; you have to remain
calm.
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4. He said that he (to try - to deal) with his stress, but he eventually had a
breakdown.
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Where they could place text and graphics to sell products developed the
Internet during the 1970s. Military advisers suggested the advantage of
being able to operate one computer from another terminal in the case of
an attack. In the first years after its creation, the Internet was used mainly
by scientists to communicate with other scientists. The Internet remained
under government control until 1984. In the early 1990s, colleges and
universities posted research data on the Internet, mostly for commercial
purposes, corporations created their own websites where they could
place text and graphics to sell products. Soon, airline tickets, hotel
reservations, books, and even cars and homes could be purchased online.
Eventually the world wide web was developed, so that students would be
able to find valuable information without having to leave their
dormitories. Companies soon discovered that work could be done at
home and submitted online, so a whole new class of employees began to
earn a living from home offices, wearing pajamas.
1. He was (to pursue) a career in theater, even though his parents wanted
him to be a doctor.
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2. (to vote) is such an inconvenience. Besides, I don't know anything about
politics.
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3. Do you know what kind of new deal he (to negotiate) next year?
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4. I would have (to protect) you if I could, but I didn't know how to help
you.
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5. I heard he (to vote) for a democrat, even though his parents are
republican.
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6. I (to protect) you, but there was nothing I could do about it.
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Daughter: Mom, I need my coat to go to school. Do you know (where is it /
where it is)?
Mom: I don't know, which (one / ones)? The pink one or the blue one?
Daughter: The pink one. (It's / they're) my favorite.
Mom: Sorry, dear. I didn't know that (was / is) your favorite one.
Daughter: Well, do you know (what's been happening / what happened)
to it?
Mom: Unfortunately, I do. I thought it was old so (I am giving / I gave it
away).
Question
If the whole world were listening, what would you say?
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The true story of Santa Claus begins a long time ago, with Nicholas,
who was born in the village of Patara during the third century. In that
century, the area was Greek, but is now part of the southern coast of
Turkey. While Nicholas was still very young, his wealthy parents, who
raised him to be a devout Christian, died in an epidemic. Obeying Jesus'
words to"sell what you own and give the money to the poor," Nicholas
used his whole inheritance to assist the needy, the sick, and the suffering.
He dedicated his life to his generosity to those in need while he was still a
young man. Bishop Nicholas became known throughout the land for
serving God, and was made Bishop of Myra, for his love for children, and
for his concern for others.
Circle the best option
1. Man, (my knowing / I knew) I should have come home earlier.
2. Do you think they are (the one / the ones) who organized the protest?
3. He is pretty confident that (his responding / he responded) to the email
is pertinent.
4. Their spending time together was fun, (even though / moreover) they
didn't do much.
5. Which (ones / one) of you two was awarded with the Student of the
Month trophy?
6. She's happy that (her going / she went) out with him last weekend.
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I don't know, Jane. Do you really think he is a good candidate?
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Yes, I agree. However, I still think I am going to vote for the opposition.
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Why don't you like this political party?
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Oh, I didn't know that. And the candidate you are going to vote for, what
are his plans for the country?
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Well, I guess I'll have to get more information about all the candidates and
political parties before the elections.
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193 Choose the right answer
1.The group will be fighting against racial ___________________at the
protest this Friday.
a) role b) violation c) discrimination d) none of the above
2. Did you hear that they ___________________imposing new property
laws next month?
a) have been b) will be c) were d) all of the above
3. It's a good thing he will be ___________________control of the
situation; we need help.
a) took b) taken c) both a and b d) taking
4. The speaker will be addressing the types of ___________________roles
present in our society.
a) a and b are correct b) suffrage c) abuse d) gender
5. I'm ___________________that child abuse will be the topic discussed at
the meeting.
a) fighting b) imposing c) assuming d) all of the above
6. I think ___________________be too confident in their cause to let the
company intimidate them.
a) they b) they will c) both a and b d) they are not
Now use the ad above to write an email to a friend or partner. Tell them
about the wonderful atmosphere and amenities that are offered by the
Bed and Breakfast. Plan a trip for the two of you, including departure
dates, possible activities, etc.
Dear _____________________,
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Darwin's widely accepted Theory of Evolution is the notion that all
life is related and has descended from a common ancestor. His general
theory supports the idea that life came from non-life, through a natural
"descent with modification". Or in simpler terms, complex creatures
evolve from more simplistic ancestors naturally over time. What that
means is, as random genetic mutations occur within an organism's genes,
the beneficial mutations are preserved ) because they aid survival - a
process known as "natural selection". These beneficial mutations are
passed on to the next generation. Over time, beneficial mutations
accumulate and the result is an entirely different organism!
Write a summary of the text you've just read
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1. (Restricted / Restricting) your diet to only fruits and vegetables is very
difficult.
2. There are some fears in life that are worth (facing / to facing).
3. You should stop him (from persuading / of persuading) the company to
go worldwide.
4. She often dreams (with buying / of buying) a brand-new house, but
can't afford it.
5. There is nothing wrong with (being opposed to / going opposed) to
uniforms in school.
6. I wouldn't give her the job (unless asking / without asking) for the
manager's opinion.
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Did you see the news last night? A woman is suing a school for prejudice,
but I didn't hear the motives.
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Oh, I see. Do you think it's because the school is in a rich neighborhood
and the other parents were uncomfortable?
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Anyway, I saw that some people are going to protest in front of the
school. What do you think of that?
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You're right, the school had better accept the kid with a big apology and a
scholarship for the rest of his life.
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I agree. I wouldn't put my son in a school like that. I would rather he have
respect than a fancy uniform.
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205 Choose the right answer
1. I don't think they _____________ have started the class yet, it's only
6:25.
a) won't b) had c) will d) none of the above
2. By the time he's 25, he will have _____________ from college.
a) graduate b) graduating c) both a and b d) graduated
3. In another five minutes, they will have _____________ gone for three
hours.
a) be b) been c) being d) all of the above
4. I know he won't have _____________ anyone who is biased or cruel.
a) respecting b) respect c) to respect d) none of the above
5. The rules will have been set _____________ stone by now.
a) on b) as c) both a and b d) in
6. Do you think she will have _____________ true to her word?
a) held b) holded c) both a and b d) hold
1. We have to speak to the bank or else they (to buy) that expensive car by
the end of the day.
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2. If our children stand up for what they believe in, they (to represent) us
well.
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3. This new product is an exciting development, so the company (to
promote) it as much as possible.
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4. It's so early, the policies (not - to be) set in stone yet.
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5. Do you think she (to call) the police by tomorrow?
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6. If you give him your social security number, you (to provide) him with
all the information he needs
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Question
If you could do any job, regardless of money, what would you like to
do?
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Mr. Brown: Hello, Mrs. Smith, thank you (for coming / for come) to our
school orientation. Do you have any questions?
Mrs. Smith: Well, yes. I was wondering what books (will have been read /
will have read) by students by the end of the year.
Mr. Brown: Good question. Well, at the end of the first semester, they
(will have been / will have) studied some classics of English Literature, like
Dickens.
Mrs. Smith: Okay, good. My son (has already read / will read) many of his
books, he loves them.
Mr. Brown: And by the end of the second semester, they (will have been
learned / will have learned) to read simple books in Spanish and French
too.
Mrs. Smith: Great. I (will discuss / have discussed) it with my husband this
week, and when I come back next Friday, I should be ready to enroll my
son.
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Are you looking for an exciting way to spend more time with your
kids? Experts say the Nintendo Wii is the best gaming console for kids and
families. This gaming console is perfect for those who are looking to be
active while still playing their favorite Nintendo games. The Wii remote
has special controllers that allow users to imitate the motions of different
activities, like swinging a sword, throwing a punch, or driving a car. This
makes it a much more interactive and enjoyable gaming experience for
children and adults. The Wii has taken the idea of gaming and made it into
something that everyone can enjoy without feeling as if they
accomplished nothing during the process. You can exercise, play your
favorite sport, and spend some quality time with your family, all at the
same time. So, if you haven't purchased a gaming console because you
think it will separate your family or encourage your children to be lazy, try
a Nintendo Wii, and be prepared to be pleasantly surprised.
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A printing press is a machine that applies pressure to an inked
surface, which then transfers the ink onto another material (such as paper
or cloth). The invention was typically used for texts, and the spread of the
printing press is widely regarded as the first mass production of books in
history. The printing press revolutionized the way people are able to
describe the world they live in, communicate with others, and preserve
moments of historical or personal importance.
The process of bookmaking in assembly line-style led to the most
influential event in the second millennium AD. A single Renaissance
printing press could produce 3,600 pages per workday, compared to only
the forty by typographic hand-printing, and just a few by hand-copying.
Books by bestselling authors like Luther or Erasmus were sold by the
hundreds of thousands in their lifetime.
You are a manager of bookshop and you are interested in Speakall. Write
an email to your boss inviting him to the launch of the software, explaining
why you think it's going to be a good acquisition for the store.
Dear _____________________,
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The government is discussing, tomorrow, a new copyright law that
says that copying a book by any means, such as Xerox copy or scanner, is
illegal if unauthorized by the author. This law, if approved, will cancel the
previous text that authorized copies within the limit of 20% of a book. On
one side, authors and publishers are celebrating because it's a law that
protects their intellectual work and their business. On the other side,
there is a group of extremely worried people, mainly formed by college
students. They say that the libraries don't have enough copies of the
books to meet the students' needs and the prices at the bookstores are
too high. This group is trying to convince the government to either reduce
taxes on books or approve a law that makes them available for online
reading for a low price. "It would be like buying a song on iTunes, but
instead you could buy a chapter”, says Howard Smith, the leader of the
students at Crown University. Mary Jane Garrison, from Phillips University,
believes that it would be easier for everybody if the government just cut
the taxes. "We know that the authors don't receive a lot of money from
their books. Most of it just goes to the publishers and the rest is taxes. If
the government reduced the taxes, the price would certainly fall and we
would buy more books And the authors would get more money too.”
What do you think? Send us an email with your opinion to
readers@legalnews.com. We will select the best texts and publish them
tomorrow in our section "People's voice."
You live in a city 100 miles from the Wyal Corporation. Write an email to
an old friend that lives in a different state explaining that although your
city was not hit by the earthquake, you would like to go to his / her house
for a week or two until the Wyal situation has been dealt with. Explain
why.
Dear _____________________,
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Recycling is more than separating your trash into organic and
recyclable. There are many things you can do before throwing your trash
into the recycling bin that can help the process. For example, try to
separate glass into 3 different colors: green, brown and clear. Don't forget
to wash the bottles or jars before putting them into the bins The same
goes for papers; make different piles of magazines, newspapers, office
paper and cardboard. Actually, for every type of material, there are
different things you could do. For more information on how to recycle
wood, metal, plastics and textiles, go to our website
www.recycleandsave.com. Although recycling is essential, reducing
consumerism is also important. The less we buy, the less we need to
recycle. For example, you can reduce paper waste by canceling
advertisement by mail and other unnecessary correspondence. You could
also try subscribing to websites to read the news online and avoid buying
newspapers and magazines. And don't forget to set your printer to print
on both sides of the paper. try to reuse the things you would normally
throw away, just be creative. Bottles can make beautiful vases. Used
sheets of paper cut in small squares make notepads. Don't throw away the
plastic bags from the supermarket. Keep them in your car and reuse them
when you go grocery shopping, so you don't have to take new ones every
time. As you can see, recycling, reducing and reusing – the 3Rs – are the
key to change our habits into a less destructive way of live.
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Dear Suzan, Today I graduate and I wanted to take this opportunity
to thank you again for all your support and incentive through the years.
You might not realize this, but you have played a large role in my having
become who I am and your contribution to my individual development
was always much more than financial. Living in an orphanage, it is easy for
one to lose hope or sight of the possibilities that lie ahead of you - it is
easy to forget that you are just as capable as anyone else out there. The
first time I heard of you I was just 7 and the nun told me there was
something she wanted to talk to me about. She handed me a book with
your note inside and explained to me how there was this very special
person who lived in such a distant place who had chosen me to help. Your
note read "You are special" and it actually made me feel that way. Over
the years we have exchanged letters and your words have accompanied
me every step of the way until here. I am sending you the note back
because more than ever I believe in what it says and I feel confident that I
can accomplish great things. Also because I wanted to let you know that
you are special and I am forever grateful for your taking part in my life.
Had it not been for you, I wouldn't have become a social worker. Thank
you again for having set up a trust fund for my education.