The passage discusses how the invention of the car 150 years ago has been one of the greatest achievements, as cars have completely changed lives by providing convenient personal transportation that has given people more free time and made it easier to travel further for both work and leisure activities. Cars allow people to easily go places like the theater in another town in the evening, whereas before cars people had to walk or take public transportation which took more time.
Ritwik's mother had a massive cerebral stroke two days after his father's death. She is rushed by taxi to the hospital, with Ritwik and several relatives accompanying her. The crowded taxi ride is bumpy, and Ritwik worries that the poor air quality and jerky ride could further endanger his mother's fragile condition. They eventually make their way through busy, chaotic traffic to the medical center, where Ritwik hopes his mother can receive treatment.
The document summarizes a Portuguese folktale called "Stone Soup". It describes how a hungry friar tricks a farmer into giving him ingredients for a soup by claiming he is making "stone soup". The friar puts a stone in water and asks the farmer for additions like fat, salt, and vegetables. When the soup is tasted, everyone enjoys it. After eating, the stone remains in the pot. The friar washes it and takes it with him, having tricked the farmer into providing him a meal.
The document provides instructions and options for students for their work that day, which includes reading a chapter from Treasure Island and completing vocabulary and comprehension questions. It then summarizes a chapter from Treasure Island where the main character Jim Hawkins meets Long John Silver at the Spyglass Inn and they discuss one of Silver's previous customers, Black Dog, a known buccaneer. Silver claims not to know Black Dog but his behavior raises Jim's suspicions.
This document provides a summary of the first chapter of the novel Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. It introduces the main character Jim Hawkins and describes his father's inn, the Admiral Benbow, which is frequented by a mysterious guest known only as the captain. The captain is a frightening man who terrifies the locals with his stories of piracy. He remains at the inn for an extended period of time without paying. The chapter sets up intrigue around the captain and hints at buried treasure.
The document outlines the plans and activities for a class on Tuesday, January 13, 2015. It includes reading chapters 9 and 10 of Treasure Island, a vocabulary quiz, and writing a 200-word response to a prompt. It also discusses potential rewards like watching a movie if students complete the assigned work. The last part discusses choices students have for the day and consequences around completing or not completing the assigned work.
This summary provides the key details and events from the short story "Taken Hostage by the Ugly Duck":
Mona adopts a large blue heron after being hit in the ear with a rotten egg thrown by her American neighbor, whom she nicknames "The Ugly Duck." The heron's loud calls torment the Ugly Duck. In retaliation, the Ugly Duck buys a noisy parrot that imitates the Muslim call to prayer, further angering Mona and other neighbors. After neighbors complain, the landlord promises to address the issue but forgets. The atmosphere at the Ugly Duck's apartment changes, with shouts and violence heard. The parrot then disappears.
Ritwik's mother had a massive cerebral stroke two days after his father's death. She is rushed by taxi to the hospital, with Ritwik and several relatives accompanying her. The crowded taxi ride is bumpy, and Ritwik worries that the poor air quality and jerky ride could further endanger his mother's fragile condition. They eventually make their way through busy, chaotic traffic to the medical center, where Ritwik hopes his mother can receive treatment.
The document summarizes a Portuguese folktale called "Stone Soup". It describes how a hungry friar tricks a farmer into giving him ingredients for a soup by claiming he is making "stone soup". The friar puts a stone in water and asks the farmer for additions like fat, salt, and vegetables. When the soup is tasted, everyone enjoys it. After eating, the stone remains in the pot. The friar washes it and takes it with him, having tricked the farmer into providing him a meal.
The document provides instructions and options for students for their work that day, which includes reading a chapter from Treasure Island and completing vocabulary and comprehension questions. It then summarizes a chapter from Treasure Island where the main character Jim Hawkins meets Long John Silver at the Spyglass Inn and they discuss one of Silver's previous customers, Black Dog, a known buccaneer. Silver claims not to know Black Dog but his behavior raises Jim's suspicions.
This document provides a summary of the first chapter of the novel Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. It introduces the main character Jim Hawkins and describes his father's inn, the Admiral Benbow, which is frequented by a mysterious guest known only as the captain. The captain is a frightening man who terrifies the locals with his stories of piracy. He remains at the inn for an extended period of time without paying. The chapter sets up intrigue around the captain and hints at buried treasure.
The document outlines the plans and activities for a class on Tuesday, January 13, 2015. It includes reading chapters 9 and 10 of Treasure Island, a vocabulary quiz, and writing a 200-word response to a prompt. It also discusses potential rewards like watching a movie if students complete the assigned work. The last part discusses choices students have for the day and consequences around completing or not completing the assigned work.
This summary provides the key details and events from the short story "Taken Hostage by the Ugly Duck":
Mona adopts a large blue heron after being hit in the ear with a rotten egg thrown by her American neighbor, whom she nicknames "The Ugly Duck." The heron's loud calls torment the Ugly Duck. In retaliation, the Ugly Duck buys a noisy parrot that imitates the Muslim call to prayer, further angering Mona and other neighbors. After neighbors complain, the landlord promises to address the issue but forgets. The atmosphere at the Ugly Duck's apartment changes, with shouts and violence heard. The parrot then disappears.
- Rhys Evans kept a diary detailing his experiences working in coal mines in Wales from 1781-1896. He describes important developments like the invention of the steam engine, the opening of the Pendyrus coal mine, and a deadly explosion at the Tylorstown colliery.
- As a young boy, he begins working in the Blanaevon iron works and mines coal, describing the difficult and dangerous conditions. Child labor is eventually banned through the 1842 Mines Act.
- In 1876 he witnesses the opening of the new Pendyrus coal mine, bringing employment but also more pollution. On January 28, 1896 there is a deadly explosion at the Tylorstown colliery that
This document is an excerpt from the short story "Dracula's Guest" by Bram Stoker. It describes the following:
The narrator is on a carriage ride driven by Johann when they come across a small, winding side road that the narrator wants to explore. Johann is extremely reluctant and refuses, becoming increasingly frightened. He believes that tonight is the night of Walpurgis, when supernatural things can happen. Despite Johann's protests and obvious fear, the narrator insists on taking the side road alone to investigate while Johann returns home.
The text is about a king who had three daughters and wanted to decide which one would become the next queen. To make this decision, he asked his daughters to bring him the birthday present that was most necessary for human life. The youngest daughter brought salt, so the king drove her away. She later proved the importance of salt by becoming a famous cook and accidentally revealing her identity to the king. The king realized his mistake and accepted her once again as his daughter.
Mocomi TimePass The Magazine - Issue 33Mocomi Kids
Do you know how often cheetahs drink water? The surprising answer can be found in Mocomi TimePass Magazine Issue 33! Every issue has something fun for everyone! In each magazine you will find folktales, trivia, puzzles, health tips, jokes and much more!
Memoires of my father, Robert Templeton. Malta Siege The War Years 1941 to 1944. who served with the British Army in Malta during the Siege, 1941 to 1944.
The Southeast Asia Journal: 2013 Travel in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vie...David Berkowitz
This Asia travel journal shares two weeks of visiting: Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Bangkok, Thailand; Hanoi and Halong Bay, Vietnam; and Shanghai, China. It includes thoughts on the food, hotels, tourist attractions, temples, and other sights.
20 Myths About overnight bags for women: Bustedt6lhaub169
Our columnist, Jada Yuan, is browsing each spot on our fifty two Sites to Go in 2018 list. This dispatch provides her to Tangier, Morocco, which took the No. forty seven location about the listing; it's the thirtieth cease on Jada’s itinerary.
My trip to Chicago in June was for business but I arrived early to sightsee. I stayed at the historic Palmer House Hotel, built in 1875, which had great room service. I toured the city, seeing landmarks like the Chicago River and Navy Pier. At the Field Museum, I saw Sue the T-Rex skeleton. For work, I helped at a booth at a convention and attended industry parties. The trip combined business with enjoying Chicago's architecture, food, and views from skyscrapers.
The Island Of Doctor Moreau by H.G. WellsPicture Blogs
The document is a chapter summary for The Island of Doctor Moreau by H.G. Wells. It provides an overview of the first 3 chapters:
Chapter 1 introduces the narrator Edward Prendick and how he ended up adrift at sea after a shipwreck, surviving for 8 days on a lifeboat with two other men.
Chapter 2 details his rescue by a passing ship, the Ipecacuanha, and meeting its passenger Montgomery who nurses Prendick back to health and tells him about their destination.
Chapter 3 describes Prendick's unsettling encounter with a misshapen, hairy man who emerges from the ship's hatchway, his strange face deeply shocking Prend
This book contains poems and short stories by Ken P Duddle. It is his first published work. He has written on and off for years without much formal education but believes his imagination makes up for any flaws. A portion of proceeds will go to Cancer Research. Ken thanks friends and family for their support over the years. Readers can find more of his work online and leave comments. One poem is about aging and creaky bones. A short story is about two ghost friends chatting in a graveyard about their haunting jobs and apprentices. Another story is about a blind man guided by his dog to land a small plane in an emergency.
This story summarizes a Cornish folktale about an old man named Lutey who finds a crying mermaid trapped in a rock pool as the tide goes out. He helps carry her back to the sea, and in return she grants him magical powers, including the ability to break spells, find stolen property, and charm away disease. She gives him her magic comb and tells him they can meet again if he combs the water with it. The story establishes a folk tradition around Mermaid's Rock where they met.
The diary summarizes life for a Welsh coal miner, Rhys Evans, and his family during the Industrial Revolution. It describes Rhys' first day working in the mines as a child and how the invention of the steam engine increased demand for coal. Over time, conditions in the mines deteriorated and child labor was banned, leaving Rhys unemployed. The family then moved to a new mining community controlled by a wealthy mine owner who exploited workers. The diary ends with Rhys reflecting on his father's life and a major mining accident that killed many workers.
This document provides excerpts from the writings of May Haddad describing her experiences in Lebanon between 1985 and 1999. It includes short essays and stories from her time in Beirut during and after the Lebanese Civil War, as well as her reflections on feeling powerless during Israeli bombings of Lebanon in 1999. The document also shares responses from family and friends expressing their concern for her situation and perspectives on the conflicts affecting Lebanon.
The summary is as follows:
The story follows a renowned French chef who is obsessed with finding the perfect crab to enhance her cooking, and a talented musical crab who leaves the ocean to search for Ariel. They unknowingly end up staying in the same hotel. The next day, as the crab prepares for a 10K run to search for Ariel at a gathering, the chef spots the crab and relentlessly chases it, until Ariel intervenes and convinces the chef of the crab's musical talents, allowing them to live together as friends.
We take immense pride in creating very colourful and lively treatment notes. Whenever the script gives us the opportunity, we try to break away from the stereotypical design template and experiment boldly with Indian colours, fonts and aesthetics.
Edward Prendick finds himself rescued from a lifeboat and brought aboard a ship called the Ipecacuanha. He is attended to by the ship's doctor, Montgomery, who nurses Prendick back to health over the course of a day. Montgomery is evasive about where the ship is headed. Prendick later encounters a strangely deformed man on the ship who startles him with his unusual appearance.
Sinbad is poor again and needs money, so he buys more carpets to sell. He sails to an island where he finds jewels with two sailors, but a snake kills one sailor. Sinbad and the other sailor hide in a tree from the snake. Sinbad makes armor from wood and escapes the snake when he sees his old ship. The ship takes him home to Baghdad, where he has earned a lot of money selling carpets.
The document provides a module for learning about narrative texts for 11th grade students in Indonesia. It includes:
1. An introduction to narrative texts, including their generic structure of orientation, complication, and resolution.
2. Examples and exercises for students to practice identifying the generic structure of narratives.
3. A sample narrative text in English about a prince searching for a princess. Questions follow to test comprehension of the sample text.
The document aims to teach students how to understand and analyze the components of a narrative text.
The document discusses several songs from the 1960s to 1990s that contain controversial or potentially offensive lyrics about topics like domestic violence, racism, sexuality, and violence against police officers. It provides background on the artists and songs, including The Crystals' "He Hit Me (It Felt Like a Kiss)" from 1962, which depicts domestic violence in a romanticized way, and Ice-T's 1992 song "Cop Killer," which was criticized for its lyrics about killing police officers amid tensions over police brutality.
The document summarizes a story about two friends who were separated for many years due to war. One friend traveled to visit the other, but was arrested for espionage. He pleaded with the king to let him return home to settle his affairs, offering his friend to take his place if he did not return in time. The friend agreed. On the appointed day, the first friend had not returned, so the second friend was prepared for execution. However, at the last moment the first friend arrived. Both friends argued over who should be executed, displaying their deep friendship. The king was moved and offered to become their third friend.
- Rhys Evans kept a diary detailing his experiences working in coal mines in Wales from 1781-1896. He describes important developments like the invention of the steam engine, the opening of the Pendyrus coal mine, and a deadly explosion at the Tylorstown colliery.
- As a young boy, he begins working in the Blanaevon iron works and mines coal, describing the difficult and dangerous conditions. Child labor is eventually banned through the 1842 Mines Act.
- In 1876 he witnesses the opening of the new Pendyrus coal mine, bringing employment but also more pollution. On January 28, 1896 there is a deadly explosion at the Tylorstown colliery that
This document is an excerpt from the short story "Dracula's Guest" by Bram Stoker. It describes the following:
The narrator is on a carriage ride driven by Johann when they come across a small, winding side road that the narrator wants to explore. Johann is extremely reluctant and refuses, becoming increasingly frightened. He believes that tonight is the night of Walpurgis, when supernatural things can happen. Despite Johann's protests and obvious fear, the narrator insists on taking the side road alone to investigate while Johann returns home.
The text is about a king who had three daughters and wanted to decide which one would become the next queen. To make this decision, he asked his daughters to bring him the birthday present that was most necessary for human life. The youngest daughter brought salt, so the king drove her away. She later proved the importance of salt by becoming a famous cook and accidentally revealing her identity to the king. The king realized his mistake and accepted her once again as his daughter.
Mocomi TimePass The Magazine - Issue 33Mocomi Kids
Do you know how often cheetahs drink water? The surprising answer can be found in Mocomi TimePass Magazine Issue 33! Every issue has something fun for everyone! In each magazine you will find folktales, trivia, puzzles, health tips, jokes and much more!
Memoires of my father, Robert Templeton. Malta Siege The War Years 1941 to 1944. who served with the British Army in Malta during the Siege, 1941 to 1944.
The Southeast Asia Journal: 2013 Travel in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vie...David Berkowitz
This Asia travel journal shares two weeks of visiting: Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Bangkok, Thailand; Hanoi and Halong Bay, Vietnam; and Shanghai, China. It includes thoughts on the food, hotels, tourist attractions, temples, and other sights.
20 Myths About overnight bags for women: Bustedt6lhaub169
Our columnist, Jada Yuan, is browsing each spot on our fifty two Sites to Go in 2018 list. This dispatch provides her to Tangier, Morocco, which took the No. forty seven location about the listing; it's the thirtieth cease on Jada’s itinerary.
My trip to Chicago in June was for business but I arrived early to sightsee. I stayed at the historic Palmer House Hotel, built in 1875, which had great room service. I toured the city, seeing landmarks like the Chicago River and Navy Pier. At the Field Museum, I saw Sue the T-Rex skeleton. For work, I helped at a booth at a convention and attended industry parties. The trip combined business with enjoying Chicago's architecture, food, and views from skyscrapers.
The Island Of Doctor Moreau by H.G. WellsPicture Blogs
The document is a chapter summary for The Island of Doctor Moreau by H.G. Wells. It provides an overview of the first 3 chapters:
Chapter 1 introduces the narrator Edward Prendick and how he ended up adrift at sea after a shipwreck, surviving for 8 days on a lifeboat with two other men.
Chapter 2 details his rescue by a passing ship, the Ipecacuanha, and meeting its passenger Montgomery who nurses Prendick back to health and tells him about their destination.
Chapter 3 describes Prendick's unsettling encounter with a misshapen, hairy man who emerges from the ship's hatchway, his strange face deeply shocking Prend
This book contains poems and short stories by Ken P Duddle. It is his first published work. He has written on and off for years without much formal education but believes his imagination makes up for any flaws. A portion of proceeds will go to Cancer Research. Ken thanks friends and family for their support over the years. Readers can find more of his work online and leave comments. One poem is about aging and creaky bones. A short story is about two ghost friends chatting in a graveyard about their haunting jobs and apprentices. Another story is about a blind man guided by his dog to land a small plane in an emergency.
This story summarizes a Cornish folktale about an old man named Lutey who finds a crying mermaid trapped in a rock pool as the tide goes out. He helps carry her back to the sea, and in return she grants him magical powers, including the ability to break spells, find stolen property, and charm away disease. She gives him her magic comb and tells him they can meet again if he combs the water with it. The story establishes a folk tradition around Mermaid's Rock where they met.
The diary summarizes life for a Welsh coal miner, Rhys Evans, and his family during the Industrial Revolution. It describes Rhys' first day working in the mines as a child and how the invention of the steam engine increased demand for coal. Over time, conditions in the mines deteriorated and child labor was banned, leaving Rhys unemployed. The family then moved to a new mining community controlled by a wealthy mine owner who exploited workers. The diary ends with Rhys reflecting on his father's life and a major mining accident that killed many workers.
This document provides excerpts from the writings of May Haddad describing her experiences in Lebanon between 1985 and 1999. It includes short essays and stories from her time in Beirut during and after the Lebanese Civil War, as well as her reflections on feeling powerless during Israeli bombings of Lebanon in 1999. The document also shares responses from family and friends expressing their concern for her situation and perspectives on the conflicts affecting Lebanon.
The summary is as follows:
The story follows a renowned French chef who is obsessed with finding the perfect crab to enhance her cooking, and a talented musical crab who leaves the ocean to search for Ariel. They unknowingly end up staying in the same hotel. The next day, as the crab prepares for a 10K run to search for Ariel at a gathering, the chef spots the crab and relentlessly chases it, until Ariel intervenes and convinces the chef of the crab's musical talents, allowing them to live together as friends.
We take immense pride in creating very colourful and lively treatment notes. Whenever the script gives us the opportunity, we try to break away from the stereotypical design template and experiment boldly with Indian colours, fonts and aesthetics.
Edward Prendick finds himself rescued from a lifeboat and brought aboard a ship called the Ipecacuanha. He is attended to by the ship's doctor, Montgomery, who nurses Prendick back to health over the course of a day. Montgomery is evasive about where the ship is headed. Prendick later encounters a strangely deformed man on the ship who startles him with his unusual appearance.
Sinbad is poor again and needs money, so he buys more carpets to sell. He sails to an island where he finds jewels with two sailors, but a snake kills one sailor. Sinbad and the other sailor hide in a tree from the snake. Sinbad makes armor from wood and escapes the snake when he sees his old ship. The ship takes him home to Baghdad, where he has earned a lot of money selling carpets.
The document provides a module for learning about narrative texts for 11th grade students in Indonesia. It includes:
1. An introduction to narrative texts, including their generic structure of orientation, complication, and resolution.
2. Examples and exercises for students to practice identifying the generic structure of narratives.
3. A sample narrative text in English about a prince searching for a princess. Questions follow to test comprehension of the sample text.
The document aims to teach students how to understand and analyze the components of a narrative text.
The document discusses several songs from the 1960s to 1990s that contain controversial or potentially offensive lyrics about topics like domestic violence, racism, sexuality, and violence against police officers. It provides background on the artists and songs, including The Crystals' "He Hit Me (It Felt Like a Kiss)" from 1962, which depicts domestic violence in a romanticized way, and Ice-T's 1992 song "Cop Killer," which was criticized for its lyrics about killing police officers amid tensions over police brutality.
The document summarizes a story about two friends who were separated for many years due to war. One friend traveled to visit the other, but was arrested for espionage. He pleaded with the king to let him return home to settle his affairs, offering his friend to take his place if he did not return in time. The friend agreed. On the appointed day, the first friend had not returned, so the second friend was prepared for execution. However, at the last moment the first friend arrived. Both friends argued over who should be executed, displaying their deep friendship. The king was moved and offered to become their third friend.
This document provides background information on the novel The Thirty-Nine Steps by John Buchan. It includes a dedication to Thomas Arthur Nelson and a brief note from the author about the type of thriller/adventure story the novel contains. It then presents the first chapter, which introduces the protagonist Richard Hannay and a mysterious man who comes to Hannay claiming he is dead and in danger, revealing a conspiracy to assassinate an important political leader.
A short presentation by XAvier Padovani sponsored by Hendrick's Gin at Tales of the Cocktails in 2009, New Orleans on Punch and Cocktails with literature
Rise and Fall of the Coffee Houses of England in 18th CenturyDayamani Surya
Coffee houses provided room for interaction. They had impacted the life and culture of people in London and around the globe. The presentation show how the society in London came under the influence of Coffee House Culture.
Freemasonry 205 history of masonic persecutions - g.oliverColinJxxx
This document provides an introductory essay on the usages and customs of Freemasonry in the 18th century. It discusses how most social clubs and societies at the time revolved around drinking, smoking, and late nights, but that Freemasonry had rules against excess and emphasized moderation. It also notes how Freemasonry was criticized by some as merely being a drinking club like others, but argues they placed greater emphasis on moral behavior and avoided overindulgence. The essay aims to give context to the practices and perceptions of Freemasonry during this time period.
The king lost his crown when riding under a newly constructed arch. This led to a blame game among various parties involved in the construction. Unable to decide on punishment, the king sought counsel from the oldest man in the land, who suggested hanging the inanimate arch. Growing unrest from spectators led the king to order his own hanging. A new ruler was then selected by an idiot who chose "a melon" to be king, so a melon was placed on the throne.
The king lost his crown when riding under a newly constructed arch. This led to a blame game among builders and architects, with each blaming the other. Seeking counsel, the king was advised to hang the arch, but this was objected to. Growing restless, the crowd demanded someone be hanged, so the king was hanged to appease them. A passing idiot then chose "a melon" to be the new ruler, so a melon was crowned as the new king of Melon City.
The poem tells a humorous tale of a king who loses his crown when riding under an arch that was built too low. This starts a ridiculous blame game where each person blames the next. Unable to determine fault, the king decides someone must be hanged. Eventually, the king himself is hung to satisfy the restless crowd. A passing idiot then chooses "a melon" to be the new king, and so a melon is crowned and sits upon the throne, establishing the principle of laissez faire governance in the city.
The young king has three dreams on the night before his coronation that disturb him greatly. In the first dream, he sees poor workers in terrible conditions making cloth, including his golden coronation robe. In the second dream, he witnesses slave labor on a ship harvesting pearls, including the large white pearl for his scepter. In the third dream, he sees men working in dangerous conditions to find gems for his crown. The dreams trouble the king and make him question the luxuries of his position.
Abraham "Bram" Stoker was born in 1847 in Dublin, Ireland under British rule. He attended Trinity College Dublin and had an early interest in theater. Stoker went on to become the personal assistant of famous stage actor Henry Irving. As Irving's assistant, Stoker was introduced to high society but was better known at the time for his work with Irving. Stoker would later write his famous Gothic horror novel Dracula in 1897, drawing on interests in theater, Eastern European folklore, and technological advances of the time.
This document provides an overview of a unit from the Kerala reader for Class 9 on the topic of "Wisdom Outweighs Any Wealth". It includes a poem, story, and speech. The poem is "Let No One Steal Your Dreams" by Paul Cookson. The story is "The Three Questions" by Leo Tolstoy. The speech is "Education is the Only Solution" by Malala Yousafzai. Learning outcomes, activities, and definitions are also provided to help students understand and engage with the materials.
For Yuri Vanetik, Wine Has Turned Business Into A Cultural Experience.pdfWorld Vision
Yuri Vanetik was appointed by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to be the California Lottery Commissioner. And prior to that, the celebrity governor appointed the Ukrainian-American lawyer to serve on the California Criminal Justice Commission. Vanetik is a political operative and a Washington insider who occasionally lobbies congress and represents foreign businesses and political leaders— some of whom have become lifelong friends. But with all of the people he’s met and all of the places he’s seen— having traveled throughout the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Caucasus— Vanetik says that his most fascinating encounters have been with people who he’s met through a shared love for wine.
This document tells the story of Robert Doms, a successful entrepreneur in Lviv, Ukraine who loved his brewery but felt restless. He decided to travel far lands to discover secret beer recipes. After experiencing many things and meeting peculiar people, he was still missing the key element. Exhausted, he ended up in Prague where artisans helped him by creating artifacts to share great beers with his people back home. Robert Doms returned to Lviv as fast as possible to try the recipes and throw a big party. The document concludes that Chernigivske was launched in 2014 in Ukraine's oldest brewery in Lviv, and artisans from Cocoon were invited to craft the brand and visual identity.
Fergal Murray has worked as a brewer for nearly 30 years, gaining extensive experience brewing beer on two continents and traveling to over 50 countries. He shares some of his favorite beer experiences, including one memorable night stuck in traffic in Lagos, Nigeria where he and colleagues discovered a street corner bar with cold beer that became a regular stop. Murray emphasizes that while the four basic ingredients of beer are consistent, the diversity of styles has grown tremendously, with over 140 styles now classified, making the world of beer more exciting than ever. Great beer experiences involve not just the beer itself but also finding the right setting, like a street bar, pub, or high-end bar, served by a knowledgeable bartender who can properly present
Wine can be collected both for enjoyment of drinking and as an investment that appreciates over time. When collecting wine, quality, price, producer, and vintage year are most important factors. Winemaking and collecting has a long history dating back thousands of years to ancient Egypt and Rome. The advent of cork stoppers and glass bottles in the 17th-18th centuries allowed for proper aging and transport of wine. Today's market offers opportunities to collect both established wines and new discoveries, though conditions for cellaring and future demand are unpredictable.
Here is a potential interview dialogue based on the article:
Interviewer: Thank you for joining us today Alex. You've said people shouldn't walk on eggshells around disabled people. Why do you feel this way?
Alex: Thanks for having me. Disability is just a natural part of life and we should feel comfortable interacting with disabled people like anyone else. If someone falls out of their wheelchair, it's normal to react - we've all seen crazy crashes in wheelchair rugby. The Paralympics can help reduce awkwardness by showing disability is just part of diversity in sport.
Interviewer: You've also said we shouldn't necessarily sympathize with Paralympians who underperform. Why is that?
Alex:
Nicola discovers evidence that Duessa, the Arch-Shepherdess, has been slowly poisoning King Cecil and intends to overthrow him. Nicola gains Duessa's trust by offering her services, while also warning her that she is ultimately loyal to King Cecil. Redcrosse is devoted to both Duessa and his duty, unaware of her treachery. Nicola works to gather more proof to present to King Cecil before Duessa can solidify her plans against him.
The document summarizes chapters from The Alchemist book by Paulo Coelho. It describes the story of a boy who meets a wise old king in Africa who tells him about following his personal legend. The boy wants to find his treasure at the Pyramids in Egypt. In Tangier, he meets a young man who agrees to guide him to the Pyramids for money. However, the young man betrays him and steals his money in the marketplace. Distraught and alone in a foreign land, the boy weeps at losing his money and dream of finding his treasure.
The document summarizes activities performed with an English club at a university in Slavyansk, Ukraine. It provides details of weekly meetings, including warm-up activities, main activities, and other business. A variety of games and exercises were used focused on speaking English, including role plays, debates, Taboo, Scrabble, Mad Libs, and discussing holidays and traditions. Meetings were typically held once a week for an hour and included icebreakers, group activities, and opportunities for feedback.
William Shakespeare, born in 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, is considered the greatest writer in the English language. He wrote 37 plays and 154 sonnets over the course of his career. Some of his most famous works include tragedies such as Romeo and Juliet, written in 1595, which tells the story of the doomed romance between the young title characters from feuding families in Verona, Italy. Shakespeare wrote plays for the Lord Chamberlain's Men theater company in London, with many being performed at the Globe Theater. His works use sophisticated language, complex characters, themes, dramatic techniques, and have had a significant influence on later literature and other art forms.
This document provides information about three major US cities: New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago. New York City has over 19 million residents across its five boroughs and is home to landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Times Square, and United Nations Headquarters. Los Angeles has nearly 18 million people and is the center of the American film industry, home to Hollywood and sports teams. Chicago has over 10 million residents, is located on Lake Michigan, and was the origin of the skyscraper with its Home Insurance Building.
This document provides information about several major cities in the United States, including New York City, San Francisco, Chicago, Los Angeles, Buffalo, Philadelphia, and Miami. It lists notable landmarks, neighborhoods, and institutions for each city such as Central Park in New York City, Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, the Chicago skyline, Hollywood in Los Angeles, Independence Hall in Philadelphia, and Miami International Airport.
This document provides information about various American holidays celebrated throughout the year. Some of the major holidays discussed include New Year's Eve where people watch the ball drop in Times Square, Valentine's Day where cards and marriage proposals are common, Easter with egg hunts and baskets, Independence Day with fireworks and barbecues on July 4th, Halloween where people carve pumpkins and go trick-or-treating, Thanksgiving with traditional foods and the Macy's parade, Christmas with Santa Claus traditions, and other holidays like Groundhog Day, Super Bowl Sunday, St. Patrick's Day, Cinco de Mayo, and Hanukkah.
Americans celebrate New Year's Eve in several ways: they go to parties with family and friends where they eat appetizers and desserts, wear fancy clothes, watch the ball drop in Times Square at midnight, count down and cheer at midnight, kiss or hug, and listen to "Auld Lang Syne." Common New Year's resolutions include improving oneself by quitting bad habits or achieving goals in the coming year. Fireworks are also a staple of New Year's Eve celebrations.
The document discusses various aspects of birthday parties in America, including invitations, decorations, food, themes, surprises, games, and specifics about 16th birthday parties. It provides examples of decorations like balloons and banners, junk foods like pizza and ice cream, and games like pin the tail on the donkey. Surprise parties are mentioned where friends hide and yell "surprise" when the birthday person arrives. Details that might be included on invitations are also listed.
Here are some sample responses to the speaking prompts:
1. What is the most important subjects you learn in school?
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1. Listening 9 Form Text
The Wine of Li-Po ( A Fairytale)
In the land of Li-Po they made a very special wine .It was deep red in colour, it tasted like nectar
and it kept for ever. But it had one other quality which made it more special than any other wine in the
world = whoever drank the wine of Li-Po would speak the truth and only the truth as long as its influence
lasted.
Now you might think that a wine with such wonderful properties would be in great demand and
that the vineyards of Li-Po would have had difficulty in producing enough grapes. But quite the reverse
was true. It seemed that fewer and fewer people dared to drink the wine of Li-Po for fear that they would
have to tell the truth, and the cellars became filled with barrels and bottles of the wine that no one would
buy.
At length there was only one wine-maker left in the whole of Li-Po. “I cannot understand,” he
said, “why everyone is so afraid of the truth. In my father’s time, everyone drank the wine and enjoyed it.
And if they had to tell the truth for half a day after, it was no matter to them.”
One day, however, the King of a distant country got to hear of the famous wine of Li-Po. So he
said to his Lord Chancellor. “Lord Chancellor, it is time I found out who are my trusty subjects and who
are not. I want you to arrange for everyone in my kingdom to drink the wine of Li-Po, and to present
themselves to me for questioning”.
When the Lord Chancellor heard this command, he shook with fear, for he had many dark secrets
that he dreaded the King might find out. But he smiled and said: “An excellent idea, Your Majesty. May I
be the first to try it out?”
“Good”, said the King. “See to it straight away”.
So the Lord Chancellor ordered all the barrels of wine in Li-Po to be bought up, and carried in
carts over the country to his own land. There the wine was put into bottles, and on every bottle was
written somebody’s name. Then the bottles were carefully placed in a huge rack in the main market-place,
and seven soldiers were put on duty to guard them day and night.
The Lord Chancellor, meanwhile, was racking his brains to think how he could avoid the test
himself; for fear that he should reveal any of his own dark and guilty secrets to the King. So too were all
the other members of the King’s Council, for they all had dark and guilty secrets. the same were for all
the other lords and ladies and lawyers and doctors and innkeepers and shopkeepers. In fact, every single
person in the land was trying his hardest to think how he could avoid drinking the wine of Li-Po and
having to tell the truth to the King.
Then the Lord Chancellor hit upon a plan. He had a sleeping potion put into the guard’s drink,
and then, at dead of night when they had all fallen fast asleep, the Chancellor crept down to the market
square and took the bottle of wine which bore his name, emptied it out, and refilled it with ordinary wine.
Then he made his way home, satisfied that when his turn came he would not have to tell the truth.
The same plan had also occurred to other members of the King’s Council, and each one of them
crept down the market square during the nights that followed, and each, unknown to the others,
substituted ordinary wine in the bottles which bore his name. .It was not long, of course before word got
out that the guards were asleep all night, and very soon all the other lords and ladies had taken the
opportunity to do the self-same thing. So too did all the lawyers and doctors and innkeepers and
shopkeepers and craftsmen. In short, by the time the day of testing came, every one of those bottles of the
wine of Li-Po had been emptied and refilled with ordinary wine. The whole town was buzzing with
excitement. The streets were full and the market-place was bursting with the crowds. Everyone in the
kingdom was there – except for one notorious robber, who had been hiding up in the hills for several
years.
As soon as it was light, the King took his place on the throne, and summoned the Lord Chancellor
forward.
“My Lord Chancellor,” he said, “since you are the most eminent of all my subjects you shall
commence.”
The Lord Chancellor smiled, filled his goblet and drank it down, and said: “Now I am ready to
answer any question you wish, Your Majesty”.
“Very well,” said the King, “first tell me: are you a good and loyal subject?”
“Indeed I am!” replied the Lord Chancellor, although at that very moment he was plotting to
overthrow the King.
“Secondly,” said the King, “do you think I am a wise ruler?”
2. “Indeed I do” exclaimed the Lord Chancellor, although secretly he thought: “What a fool the king
is making of himself!”
“And lastly”, said the King, “how does the wine of Li-Po taste?”
“It tastes like nectar distilled from all the flowers of heaven!” said the Lord Chancellor.
“Very good!” said the King. “You may stem down.”
The next to drink the wine was the Prime Minister, and the King asked him the same three
questions, and the prime Minister made similar answers – although he was really no better than the Lord
Chancellor
And so went on through the entire King’s Council, and all the lords and ladies and the lawyers
and doctors and townsfolk and all the country folk. And, because they had all emptied the wine of Li-Po
out of the bottles that bore their names and replaced it with ordinary wine, none of them was afraid of
answering the King’s questions.
Well, the questioning went on all that day and all the next day, and all the day after that, until –
just as they were questioning the very last subject of all – some soldiers arrived with the robber, whom
they had caught stealing in broad daylight, while everyone was in the city. They hauled him up before the
King, and the King ordered him to drink the wine of Li-Po, and then answer the questions he would put to
him.
.Now the robber did not know that all the wine of Li-Po had been poured away, and so he took
the cup with fear and trembling. But he drank it all the same. Then he faced the King.
“Firstly, are you a good and loyal subject?” asked the King.
“You know me for what I am,” replied the robber. “I’ve robbed you kingdom for many years.
“Shame!” cried all the people.
“Secondly, do you think I’m a wise ruler?” asked the King.
“I’ve nothing to lose by telling the truth,” replied the robber, “and the truth is: a wise ruler would
decide for himself which of his subjects he could trust.” “Traitor!” shouted the crowd.
“Lastly”, said the King, “how does the wine of Li-Po taste?”
“I’m sure I don’t know,” replied the robber. “I’ve never tasted it, and this is just ordinary wine.”
At which words a silence fell over the market-place, and everyone stared at the ground. And the
King rose and said: “Is this the only person in my kingdom who dares to tell the truth?”
There and then he dismissed the Lord Chancellor, and appointed the robber in his place, saying:
“I would rather be served by a thief than a hypocrite.” And from that day forth, the wine of Li-Po was
never seen in his kingdom again, for it had served its purpose – even though not one drop of it had been
drunk.
3. Listening Comprehension for 9th
Form Students . Assignments
Task 1. True and false statements. Put plus or minus.
1. The wine of Li-Po never got spoilt.
2. The wine had peculiar qualities.
3. The King wanted his subjects to taste the wine.
4. People did not mind telling the truth.
5. The Lord Chancellor was an honest man.
6. Every subject was supposed to have a personal bottle of the wine.
7. At the testing the Lord Chancellor escaped taking his wine.
8. Everyone tested knew that there was an ordinary wine in each bottle.
9. The robber appeared to be a trusty subject.
10. The robber was asked the same three questions as the Council members.
Task 2. Multiple Choice. Choose the right answer,
11. The wine makers found it difficult to sell the wine because…
A. there were too many barrels and bottles of wine
B. they could not produce enough grapes
C. the wine tasted dreadful
D. people were afraid of the wine
12. Everyone was trying hard..
A. to hide his secrets
B. to avoid drinking the Li-Po wine
C. to get this special drink
D. to deceive the King
13. Why were the guards fast asleep?
A. They drank the Li-Po wine B. They drank a special potion
C. They drank nectar D. They drank some ordinary wine
14. Who was the second to be tested?
A. the robber B. the Lord Chancellor C. the Prime Minister D. the doctor
15. One of the Lord Chancellor’s secret wishes was…
A. to overthrow the King B. to rob the King
C. to deceive the King D. to make a fool of the King
16. The King told the Lord Chancellor “See to it straight away”. This means he told him….
A. To look at the wine
B. to be the first to try the wine
C. to arrange for every subject to taste the wine
D. to watch every subject drinking the wine
17. How long did the testing last?
A. one day B. two days C. tree days D. a week
18. As the testing went on the robber was,,,
A. stealing things in the town
B. hiding up in the hills
C .watching the others being questioned
D. pouring away the wine
19. It was arranged for everyone to drink the wine except..
A. the Lord Chancellor B. the robber C. the King D. the wine maker
20. The robber told the truth because..
A. He expected the King not to believe him
B. He had nothing to hide
C. He was afraid of the King
D. He had nothing to lose by telling the truth
4. Writing Comprehension Test for 9th
Form Students
For me, the greatest achievement of the last 150 years has definitely been the invention of
the car. They have completely changed our lives, if you think about it. Before everyone had their
own cars, people had to walk everywhere, or catch the bus, which was time0consuming and
inconvenient. Things like getting home from work or going shopping took much longer so
people had less time for other things, for having fun. Cars have meant that we have more time
for leisure and that we can go further, to more interesting places. You can easily go to the theatre
in another town in the evening, for example, or spend the weekend in a nice village in the
countryside a hundred miles away. In the olden days people travelled much less, they had fewer
holidays and they couldn’t go to so many exciting places… maybe they just went a few miles
away to visit relatives or whatever. Nowadays, thanks to the car, they can go all over the place
and have a much wider experience of life. In the olden days, if you weren’t born near the sea
then probably you’d never seen the sea. If you weren’t born near the mountains, then probably
you’d never seen mountains, and people who lived in remote places were very isolated, they had
much less contact with the outside world, so society was less mixed and open, and people were
more limited in their jobs. These days, with cars, you cab drive a long way to work – you can
work in the city and live in the countryside, for example – and because people travel from town
to town more, it’s more common for people to go and live and work in different towns, so people
have more opportunities, and have more contact with people from other places. And because
these days cars are relatively cheap, they have affected almost everyone’s lives. It’s something
everyone can benefit from, not just a few people. Although people complain about traffic and
pollution, and things like that, would anyone really want to give up the car, and go back to the
days when you had to walk or cycle everywhere, when people did not often even visit other
towns, let alone other countries?
(Cutting Edge upper-intermediate m.5)
Transportation is very important for the modern life and economy. However, the increase
in traffic has led to an increase in air and water pollution. You should write a composition
to dwell upon this problem. The following idea and questions will guide your thoughts.
- What might be done in the area of transportation to decrease pollution?
- What effects might this have on the economy?
- Do you think a cleaner environment, but worse economy, is OK? Why or why not?
5. Speaking Comprehension for 9th
Form Students
1. We all get presents some times. Most of the presents we get are wonderful, interesting and just what we
wanted. But sometimes we get presents we do not like. Tell about some a present you received that you
really did not like.
* What was it? Why did not you like it? Who gave it to you? When did you receive it?
* What did you do with the present? Did you ever tell the person who gave it to you?
* When you are choosing presents for others, what do you think about?
2. Sometimes someone asks you a question and you know the answer is not going to be pleasant for that
person to hear. Do you tell the truth and hurt the person’s feelings or do you lie?
* How can you be honest and not hurt someone? Why is honesty difficult?
* When is honesty important? is it ever OK to tell only part of the truth?
* How do you feel when someone is dishonest with you?
3. Do you think exercise should be an important part of every person’s life?
* Do you play any sports? Dance? Go jogging? Do you like exercise?
* Can you see any difference in the people around you who exercise and those who do not?
* What are the benefits of regular exercise?
4. Many people think French is the most beautiful language in the world.
* What makes a language pleasant or harsh to the ear?
* Which foreign languages are you interested in learning?
* Why do you want to learn them?
5. Should uniforms be worn in school?
* Why do schools enforce wearing of uniforms?
* How do they promote or prevent individuality?
* Explain the advantages and disadvantages of wearing uniforms.
6. If you could have any talent that you don’t already possess what would it be?
* Why is this talent so important for you to have?
* How would you use it?
* Do you feel it is more important to gain talents through hard work or through natural ability?
7. Do you think that money can buy happiness?
* When did money make your life easier?
* When did money make your life more difficult?
* There are some who say that it is impossible to be both rich and moral. Do you agree or disagree?
Explain
8. You are about to take part in a weeklong survival course in the mountains.
* What three objects would you take along with you?
* Why do you think these objects are so important for your survival?
* What are you scared of most before leaving for your journey?
9. You are asked to be “Teacher for a day” at your English lesson.
* Which topic and activities will you choose to create the best lesson?
* What problems, if any, might you encounter?
* How might this change your perspective on teaching?
10. What activities do you find enjoyable when you are by yourself?
* Why is this activity so enjoyable to you?
* How often do you spend time by yourself? Do you feel it is important to have time alone? Why/
* Have you ever been afraid to spend time by yourself?
6. 11. Discuss your favourite actor or actress.
* What plays, films or television shows have you seen this person in?
* Explain why they are your favourite actor or actress.
* Compare this person with another actor or actress and explain why your choice is best.
12. Fairytales and short stories play an important role in the lives of children.
* What was your favourite story? Why?
* What was the moral or lesson that you learned from it?
* describe the main characters and theme in a fairytale or short story you might write.
13. Transportation greatly influences our lifestyles and the growth patterns of our communities
* What means of transportation does your community have, and how have they affected people’s
lifestyles?
* How do you and your family usually get around?
* Which form of transportation in your town could you go without if necessary? Why?
14. You have been asked to write a book about your hometown.
* What type of book would you write, and who would be your audience?
* Will characters based on people you know personally be left identifiable? Why?
* How would you react if you recognized yourself in a character created by a close friend?
15. You are travelling to another country for one year and can only take one suitcase. What will you
bring?
* What items do you think you cannot live without?
* What items from your country would you like to show someone from another culture?
* How do these items represent you and your country?
16. People make choices everyday that affect their health.
* What are the most important components of a healthy lifestyle?
* How do you keep yourself healthy?
* What can be done to convince with unhealthy habits to live a healthy lifestyle/
17. Imagine that you have begun correspondence with a pen pal in another country.
* Where is your friend from, and what is his/ her life like?
* What will you share with him/ her about your own life?
* How is your life different from his/hers?
18. Your family wants to adopt a new pet. Everybody has a chance to state their opinion.
* What kinds of pets would NOT be good for your family?
* How would you convince the rest of your family your idea is perfect for all of them?
* What kind of care would this pet need?
19. Traditionally, holidays are spent with family and friends.
* If you could create your own holiday, what would it be called and what would it celebrate?
* On what day of the year would it be celebrated?
* Who would you celebrate this holiday with?
20. Games and puzzles have been part of human traditions since the beginning of our existence.
* What is the value, if any, of such traditions? What are your favourite games and why?
* What games and puzzles are indicative of your country and culture?
* Are games as important for adults as they are for children? Why or why not?
7. Listening Comprehension for 10th
Form Students . Text
Rupert Bear (from “Modern English Digest”)
Of all the characters created by authors, artists and cartoonists through the ages, few
remain as enduring and as treasures as Rupert the Bear. Rupert made his first appearance on the
8th
November 1920, in the pages of the British newspaper the Daily Express . To this day, Rupert
remains a permanent feature of the paper. Indeed, no other British newspaper can claim a
character that rivals Rupert for popularity or longevity.
Mary Tourtel , a well-established and respected artist and children’s book illustrator,
created Rupert initially for her own amusement. Mary was also the wife of Herbert Tourtel, the
Night Editor of the Daily Express. Eventually Mary decided to show the newspaper’s editorial
team her drawings of the little bear in the distinctive checked trousers. The people at the Daily
Express were delighted. They immediately recognised the charm and popularity of a teddy bear
based character for readers of all ages. Without more ado, they took Rupert the Bear to the
printing press and into the hearts of Express readers all over the country.
Strangely enough, the Daily Express was desperate to find a new character in order to
compete on even terms with its rival, the Daily Mail. The Daily Mail launched a cartoon in 1915
featuring the adventures of a character called “Teddy Tail”. Interestingly, “Teddy” was based on
a mouse rather than a bear. Despite this, the Teddy stories appealed strongly to Mail readers. The
cartoon feature ran for some 45 years in all, coming to an end only in 1960. The Express
intended Rupert as their knock-out weapon against Teddy in their never ending campaign to take
readers from the Mail.
Despite this, Rupert made his debut in 1920 in a low-key fashion. He appeared, along
with four rhyming couplets, in a single panel at the bottom of a page. An editorial note told
readers to look for the next part of the story on the following day, The story, called “Little Lost
Bear”, depicted Rupert being sent off shopping by his parent who warned him not to stray from
the path on the way to the shops. This very first printed picture of Rupert established his look
that remains unchanged to this day – checked scarf, checked trousers, sweater and sturdy shoes.
However, Rupert’s taste in colours has changed with the times. Marry dressed Rupert originally
in a blue sweater and a grey scarf. Nowadays Rupert always appears dressed in matching yellow
scarf and trousers which contrast brightly with his red sweater.
Although Rupert is a bear, he typifies the life of a small boy living with his parents in an
idyllic English village of thatched houses called Nutwood. Surrounded by woodland and
common land, Nutwood provides the setting for most of Rupert and his friends’ adventures.
Rupert’s friends are all lifelong pals with obvious schoolboy traits of one kind or another. Mary
depicted the earliest of these characters as a badger (Bill Badger), dog (Algy Pug) and elephant
(Edward Trunk), who all show aspects of the animal to which they are related (tenacity, loyalty,
wisdom etc.) Alongside these schoolboys, Mary populated the area of Nutwood with a host of
engaging characters including kings, wizards, witches and dwarves. Mary’s storytelling is firmly
rooted in the Hans Christian Anderson and Brothers Grimm fairy tale genre she enjoyed as a
child herself. Importantly, Mary’s husband, Herbert, wrote all the rhyming couplets that
accompanied each cartoon story.
In no time at all, Rupert became a key feature for the readers of the Express. Mary’s
workload as the most important illustrator for the newspaper grew accordingly. By 1935 the
strain on Mary became too great and ill health forced the Daily Express to search for a successor.
Not surprisingly, this appeared an almost impossible task. However, the newspaper eventually
“struck gold” when they contacted another extremely talented illustrator, Alfred Bestall. Alfred
worked as a regular, recognised magazine illustrator for Punch and when the Express asked him
to take over the Rupert cartoons, Alfred was initially sceptical that he was the right person for
the job. However, after a few attempts at drawing Rupert he came to really love the character.
8. A year after Alfred took over the creative role for Rupert, the Daily Express decided on a
bold move. The editor collected all of the serialised stories and published them together in a
single volume. So the first Rupert Annual was born. The Rupert Annual remains a regular
Christmas bestseller to this day. Millions of children and adults alike await a Christmas gift of
the new Rupert Annual with eager delight. The success of the Rupert Annual led many other
cartoon series to copy the idea. However, very few cartoons Christmas specials achieve the
massive readership regularly enjoyed by the Rupert Annual.
Today Rupert is as popular as ever, his appeal crosses all ages and cultural boundaries.
The Rupert Annuals and early stand- alone story books remain among the most collectable items
of juvenile literature. Collectors also value many of the countless Rupert toys, jigsaw puzzles,
games and posters. For 85 years the adventures of Rupert Bear have entertained generations of
children by transporting them to a magical world that never fails to enchant. No mater how the
modern society changes, the honesty and decency of the Rupert stories, the loyalty and love of
friends and family, promise to attract readers in the future just as strongly as in the past.
9. Listening Comprehension for 10th
Form Students Assignments
Task 1. True and false statements. Put plus or minus.
1. Rupert Bear was an animated cartoon character
2. Initially Rupert was dressed in yellow and red
3. Mary Tourtel start drawing the bear to entertain herself
4. Rupert was a rival character to Teddy Tail
5. It was Mary’s husband who wrote verses for the cartoons
6. Rupert stories can help to know the wild animals’ life
7. Alfred Bestall was eager to replace Mary as a cartoon illustrator
8. Rupert Annual stories are issued every December
9. Rupert Annual is still a popular present for children
10. Rupert stories were written by Hans Christian Andersen
Task 2. Multiple choice. Choose the right answer.
11. Rupert appeared as a leading character of…
A. Daily Mail B. Daily Express C. Punch D. Rupert Annual
12. Teddy Tail was…
A. a bear B. a mouse C. A dog D. a badger
13. Rupert’s typical feature is checked …
A. trousers B. sweater C. shoes D. cap
14. Teddy Tail stories first appeared in …
A. 1920 B. 1935 C. 1915 D. 1960
15. What might happen to Rupert in the first story?
A. He got lost B. He struck gold C. He met the King D. He bought a scarf
16. According to the text what character is unlikely to meet in Nutwood?
A. a wizard B. an elephant C. a school boy D. a dwarf
17. The editors are said to “struck gold”, when they found a new cartoon illustrator.
It means that they…
A. got lucky B. found a gold deposit C. became rich D. lost money
18. Mary Tourtel had to give up illustrating Rupert stories because…
A. she was sick and tired of them
B. a new illustrator was found
C. too much work made her unwell
D. she was not the right person for the job
19. Rupert Annual was a new…
A. magazine B. newspaper C. book D. film
20. How old might Rupert be by now?
A. 15 B. 45 C. 85 D. 60
10. Writing Comprehension for 10th
Form Students
There’s nothing romantic about being on heroin. Wet Wet Wet front man Marti Pellow tells
how kicking his drug addiction gave him new insights on life – and inspired his brilliant new
album.
It’s taken him 41 years but Marti Pellow says he has finally made the album of his life.
Recording it, says Marti, was like “flying in a room full of eagles.” listening to it “should
hopefully be like finally getting to red soul of me, good or bad”.
The majority of the tracks are raw love songs, although their inspiration ranges from
Pellow’s quest for spirituality to witnessing the effects of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans.
“Ten years ago I just did not have the knowledge to put together an album like this,” he says,
“with so many great elements and so much experience.” Ten years ago, Pellow was addicted to
heroin.
“It was a humbling experience”, he says “I am nine years out of rehab now but in a
certain way it’s like yesterday. It really made me re-evaluate a whole bunch of stuff and not just
about music. There is nothing romantic about being on heroin”.
But now he has written some truly romantic songs. “Perhaps it’s only through this album
that I’ve really begun believing in myself again.”
Marti has proven he has enduring talent: from 2002 to 2005 he starred as Billy Flynn in
the musical Chicago in more than 400 performances in the West End, Glasgow, Broadway and
Japan, as well as touring solo in the UK in between. He has one abiding memory of that time.
“When I was first offered the part my mother said, “Oh my God, you are going to have your
name in lights on Broadway,” and this was long before anything like this was mentioned.
By the time he did finally open New York she died. “On the first night, after all the
drinks and the celebrations, I was walking through Times Square at 2am and I was looking back
and my name really was in lights on Broadway. I thought, “Nice one, Mum – this one is for
you.” (From “The Mail on Sunday”)
Drug use is a problem among youth in many countries around the world. You are asked to
help plan an ad campaign to encourage youth not to use drugs. Write a composition how
you would do it.
- Would you put your ad campaign on TV, on billboards or on the Internet? Why?
- Describe your ad; what would you show?
- What information would it contain?
- Why do you think your ad would prevent youth from using drugs?
- Should advertising agencies have social responsibilities? Why or why not?
11. Speaking Comprehension for 10th
Form Students
1. What do you think life would be like without clocks to measure time?
* How would people structure their day and make plans?
* Do you think life would be better or worse? Why?
* What problems might people have without clocks?
2. When planning for the future it is important to make clear definite goals. What are your
important goals for life?
* What might happen in the future if you do not make plans and set goals now?
* If your future does not fulfil your plans or hopes, how will you react?
* Which people and sources of information can help you decide about your future?
3. There are many different ways to be a leader.
* How have you been a leader at school, among your friends or in other ways?
* What are some necessary characteristics of a good leader? Can anyone be a leader?
* Why is being or having a leader important?
4. Some people say that whatever happens happens for the best.
* Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Why?
* Can good come from bad situations? In which cases?
* Which is more important, fate or luck? How?
5. If you could live in any time period in Ukraine:
* When would you choose to live?
* Where in the country would you want to live?
* What would you want to be doing in that time period?
6. You will soon graduate from school and become an adult. What are your thoughts about
childhood?
* What do you think are the best parts of being a child?
* What do you think the main differences are between childhood and adulthood?
* What about your own children? Do you want their childhood to be similar to your own?
Different from your own? How do you see the lives of children in the future?
7. Do you think that the arts-theatre, music, art, literature, dance, etc. play an important role in
your life?
* Do you play any musical instruments? Do you paint or draw? Would you like to learn how to
do these or other artistic things?
* Do you have the opportunity to go to museums and concerts? If so, what do you learn and feel
when you are there?
* If you could possess one artistic talent that you do not possess now, which would you pick and
why?
8. You are going on a trip to another country for two weeks. How would you plan your trip?
* Where would you go? With whom would you go? Why?
* Would you travel more for adventure, to learn, or to see historical sites?
* What kind of preparations would you make? Describe one day in your itinerary?
12. 9. Describe an ideal neighborhood?
* What does it look like?
* What kind of people lives there?
* How could you make this a reality where you live?
10. How important is friendship to you?
* Describe the character of your best friend.
* Can people be happy without friends? Why or why not?
* Which is more important to you: love or friendship?
11. Do you think the “traditional” roles of men and women are changing in Ukraine?
* How have men’s roles changed? What new roles do they have?
* How about women? What’s changed with them?
* Do you think these roles should change to meet the needs of present times? Why?
12. Home phones, mobile phones, Internet chatting and e-mail have revolutionized the world and
changed a lot about how people communicate. Describe what form of modern communication
you use.
* In what ways have these modern forms of communication helped us?
* What negative impacts has the loss of face-to-face communication had on everyone?
* What will the communication of the future be like?
13. Your friend studied at an English university. Now, she can look for work in England or come
back to Ukraine. Her English is good, but few people in England need an interpreter.
* Compare the advantages and disadvantages of each option for work.
* What kind of work might she find in England? In Ukraine?
* She asks for your advice. What do you tell her?
14. Imagine that in order to finish school you are required to write a book.
* What kind of book will you write, for example a novel, biography, or poetry? Why?
* Describe the general theme, contents, message and purpose of your book.
* Who would you like to read your book? What do you think or hope they will learn?
15. The history of Ukraine is long and interesting. Please, tell a bit about your favourite period of
Ukrainian history.
* Why do you like this period of Ukraine more than others?
* Why should others know about this period of Ukrainian history?
* Do you think that history should have a more important place in the school curriculum?
16. Everyday science and technology develop faster and faster. New inventions and technologies
change the way we work, live and play. What do you think the future will look like?
* How will people travel in the future?
* How will the development of this technology improve people’s lives or harm them?
* How will people’s daily routines change due to technology?
17. All students are required to participate in physical training classes. Should participation in
physical training at school be mandatory?
* What benefits and problems does this training have?
* What dangers might be involved in physical training activities?
* Should parents have the right to remove their child from this kind of lesson? Why?
13. 18. Parents often tell children, “Mind your manners”.
* What do you think are examples of good manners? Bad manners?
* Can Manners affect your success in life? How?
* What is the best way to teach manners to children?
19. Tell about your favourite city or place that you have travelled to.
* What is it about this place that makes it significant to you?
* Describe this place and its points of interest.
* What suggestions would you have for other people who wish to travel to this location?
20. The invention of the wheel has changed the course of human progress.
* What do you think are the three most influential inventions of the last 100 years?
* Why do you think these inventions are significant?
* What are some qualities that might be common to all inventors?
14. Listening Comprehension Test for 11th
Form Students. Text
From the “History of Us”
Cars, suburbs, and TV watching were changing American habits. But some things hadn’t
changed much. Most American families never went out to dinner. It was too expensive to eat out
with the kids – unless it was a very special occasion. Restaurants were apt to be costly, or sleazy.
Mothers – especially those suburban moms – were expected to stay home and cook meals.
A lot of working people did not go out either. They packed lunch in a sandwich bag and
brought it to work. Two California brothers were going to change that. They were going to build
a restaurant that was fast, clean, and very inexpensive. It was a place where you could feed the
whole family and your wallet would not be wiped out.
Dick and Mac (Maurice) Mc Donald had come to California in the Depression 30th
. They
wanted to be movie producers. But it didn’t happen. So they opened a small movie theatre. That
folded. Then in 1940, they built a drive-in restaurant. People stayed in their cars at the drive-in
and waiters, called carhops, came out and served them. The restaurant appealed to families,
especially during the war years, when lots of women went to work and did not have time to
cook.
But the McDonald brothers had a passion for efficiency, and cars were lining up. People
were waiting to get service. How could they speed thing up?
Well, the carhops would have to go. Then the McDonalds looked at their menu. There
was too much choice – that slowed things down. And it took time for the customers to put
ketchup and relish on their hamburgers. Besides, the condiment stand was always messy. The
McDonalds hated mess. The decided to put pickles, mustard, ketchup and onions right on the
hamburgers. That really saved time. Instead of regular dishes and silver they changed to paper
plates and plastic folks. That was faster. But what was most important was the way the kitchen
was organized. They set up a production line. They even invented and adapted their own kitchen
equipment. It was the Henry Ford idea again, this time applied to hamburgers. Grill men cooked
the burgers, milkshake men made shakes, dressers wrapped the burgers and countermen took
orders. By the middle 50th,
people were lined up to eat burgers at the one McDonald’s restaurant;
it was in San Bernardino, California. The brothers were rich and happy. They did not need any
more money than they had.
But some people wanted to open McDonald’s restaurants in other places. They wanted to
buy franchises (that means they were willing to pay for the McDonald name and expertise). The
brothers did not want the bother.
One day, Ray Krock came by. He sold milkshake makers, and he wanted to see why the
McDonalds were buying so many of them. He was astounded by what he saw; long lines of
people waiting to buy hamburgers. The place was spotlessly clean, the hamburgers were good,
and they cost 15 cent. Dick and Mac McDonald were looking for someone to handle their
franchising. Krock was eager. A few years later, he bought the McDonald’s name and the idea
outright. He was on his own and ready to make business history. Krock was 52 and he had health
problems, but that did not stop him. He was a workaholic and a perfectionist. The Mc Donald
brothers were amazing. Ray Krock was more so.
He began opening McDonald’s hamburger stores one after another. Soon they were
ubiquitous, which means they were everywhere. He wanted every restaurant to be immaculate
and to maintain high standards. He made rules, lots of rules. McDonald’s workers could not have
beard or moustaches, and they could not chew gum. He made sure their fingernails were clean.
He did not like to hire women; he thought they would flirt with the customers. He worked very,
very hard. Even when he became enormously successful he never put on airs. When the
company grew to be huge, with a McDonald’s in almost every town and village, and his worth in
the hundreds of millions, he still insisted that his executives answer their own phones. No high
hats for him, he said. It was not money that interested him. “I worked for pride and
15. accomplishment,” he said. “Money can be a nuisance. It is a hell of a lot more fun chaining it
than getting it. The fun is in the race”.
His success was related to the new way of life in America. McDonald’s were suburban
restaurants, they took advantage of location on the new highways, and as more and more women
began to get jobs, dinner at McDonald’s – or at one of the other fast-food chains that followed –
became a regular thing.
16. Listening Comprehension for 11th
Form Students. Assignments
Task 1. True and false statements. Put + if the statement is true, put - if it is false
1. American families did not use to go out to dinner.
2. Few families with kids could afford dining out in a restaurant.
3. McDonalds set up a successful movie business.
4. In the drive-in restaurants the customers themselves put mustard on burgers.
5. The McDonalds were the first to open a chain of fast-foods in California.
6. It was for the first time that the mass production line was developed and applied
7. The McDonalds still owner the Californian fast-food store.
8. Ray Krock preferred to hire man workers.
9. Initially women were not allowed to go to McDonald’s.
10. The hamburgers cost less than a dollar.
Task 2. Multiple choice. Circle the correct letter A, B, C or D
11. The restaurants used to be rather sleazy. It means they were…
A. expensive B. slow servicing C. untidy D. far away
12. In the war time the McDonalds opened…
A. a drive-in restaurant B. a fast food restaurant C. a movie theatre D. a production line
13. According to the text the cars lined up because…
A. The drive in was very popular
B. The servicing was too slow
C. There were too many cars
D. Women had no time to cook
14. Which of the following could be a distinctive feature of a mass production line?
A. The number of workers increases
B. Women waiters are not hired
C. Workers do not have moustaches
D. Countermen do not make shakes
15. According to the text which of the following could NOT make the service efficient?
A. ketchup right on hamburgers B. a variety of choice C. plastic folks D. paper plates
16. The McDonalds were eager to sell their business because…
A. They wanted more money
B. they planned to open more hamburger stores
C. their business no longer brought money
D. They had enough to live comfortably
17. Ray Krock wanted to buy out …
A. McDonald’s restaurant B. the name and idea C. milkshake equipment D. hamburger receipt
18. The McDonald’s men workers were forbidden many things EXCEPT…
A. have beards B. chew gums C. have clean fingernails D. have long hair
19. What made Ray Krock’s attitude to business special?
A. He ran a huge company
B. He had poor health
C. He was not interested in money
D. He had fun in action rather than in result
20. It was not until ……. that McDonald’s appear in every town.
A. late 40th
B. early 50th
C. middle 50th
D. late 50th
17. Writing Comprehension Test for 11th
Form Students
Sir Isaac Newton
By strange twist of fate Isaac Newton was born on the same day that the great Italian scientist
Gallileo Glilei died – 25th
December 1642. As a small boy Isaac Newton showed a keen interest in
chemistry. But despite the young Isaac‘s passion for science, none of his teachers or family predicted a
glittering future for him as one of the leading mathematicians and physicists of his time.
The son of a farmer, Newton enrolled as a student at Trinity College, Cambridge in 1661. From
the start, Isaac worked hard at his studies in Cambridge. By the beginning of 1665 he achieved a
reputation as an accomplished mathematician producing his own original work. Newton graduated in
1665. Ht was keen to continue his studies. But during 1665 and 1666 a deadly plague raged across
England. Forced to return home, Newton used the time well to advance his mathematical theories. This
period of quiet reflective thinking created the foundations for Newton’s later work which changed the
way we see and understand our world. Returning to Cambridge, Newton took his masters degree in 1669.
In 1690 he became Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at Cambridge University – one of the youngest
and least-published mathematicians to ever achieve this post!
Newton’s contribution to science is incalculable. Newton was the first person to understand that a
white light is made up from a spectrum of light of different colours. Newton also made many other
important mathematical breakthroughs. One of these was work on negative numbers which advanced the
way outstanding mathematicians think about the complicated Binomial Theorem. He published his
ground - breaking work “The Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy” in 1687. Often referred to
as The Principia, Newton’s work caused a sensation. The Principia stands to this day as one of the
greatest scientific books ever written. The Principia laid down the basis for the study of Mechanics, the
branch of mathematics which deals with physical systems.
Despite his brilliant discoveries, Newton understood that his work advanced scientific thinking by
only a relatively small amount. He modestly said of himself: “ I don’t know what I may seem to the
world, but as to myself, I seem to have been only like a boy playing on the sea-shore and diverting myself
in now and then finding a smoother pebble or a prettier shell than ordinary whilst the great ocean of truth
lay all undiscovered before me.” While Newton was happy to play down the value his own work, his
contemporaries held him in awe. As Newton’s one-time adversary Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz
commented:” Taking mathematics from the beginning of the world to the time of Newton, what he has
done is much the better half.” But modest to the last, Sir Isaac Newton acknowledged the work of others
by saying, most famously of all, that : “ If I have seen further than others, it is by standing on the
shoulders of giants.”
A Ukrainian national TV channel was running a project named “Great Ukrainians”. You can join
in with your composition. The following questions can guide your thought.
--- What person would you name as the greatest Ukrainian of all the times?
--- What are your reasons to choose this person?
--- What makes this person unique compared to other outstanding figures in the history of
Ukraine?
18. Speaking Comprehension Test for 11th
Form Students
1. What are some common occupations in your country? Which occupations do you think are
most respected by society and why?
* Which jobs are most common for men and for women?
* When you were a child, what kind of job did you want?
* does it differ from the career you want to pursue now?
2. A foreign visitor has only one day to spend in your country? Where should this traveller go?
What one place should he see?
* What makes this place the most significant in your country?
* Give him directions on how to get there from the airport.
* What should he do and how should he act while in this place?
3. Many years ago, pupils graduating secondary schools were expected to know the basis of
Latin, Greek and French. Yet today, many students leave school without knowing the basis of
one foreign language.
* Which system of education do you prefer, the old or current one?
* Is it important to learn a foreign language in school? Why?
* How could leaning Latin, ancient Greek or other dead languages help you in life?
4. In most American schools students can choose their classes after the tenth form. However,
this means that many students may prefer a photography class to Physics.
* What do you think about this system? Is it healthy for the pupils’ minds?
* Do students who choose not to learn Physics have a disadvantage in the world? Explain
* If you could choose to take certain courses, which would you choose and why?
5. Exercise creates stronger, happier, and smarter people.
* Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not?
* Explain how you would improve physical education classes at your school.
* What are some ways to keep a healthy lifestyle? What are some bad habits to avoid?
6. The invention of the Internet is one of the most revolutionary inventions of the past century.
* How has the Internet affected your life?
* What impact does it have on the lives of the people around you?
* What do you think life would be like without the Internet?
7. Adults and teenagers often misunderstand each other.
* Do you think it’s more difficult to be an adult or a teenager?
* What difficult decisions do teenagers face today? Adults?
* What similarities and differences do adults and teenagers have?
8. Imagine there has been a cataclysmic world event, and the climate of Ukraine has suddenly
become tropical.
* Describe the climate in Ukraine and the lifestyle of its inhabitants before the event.
* How would life change if the weather were tropical?
* What would you do in order to survive and be successful in this new environment?
9. Your parents have decided to send you off to a prestigious boarding school.
* Give some reasons why this might be a good or bad idea.
* Are you mature enough to live on your own? Why or why not?
* How would a year at boarding school change your life?
19. 10. In tne United States the legal driving age is sixteen years old, and most young people drive
regularly.
* How would having your own means of transportation affect your lifestyle?
* What are some of the positives and negatives associated with teen driving?
* How would the ability to drive influence your relationship with your parents?
11. It is now clear that the world is getting warmer. Do you think this is a natural change or due
to human activity?
* What would a warmer world be like? How might Ukraine be affected by global warming?
* How do you think countries can cooperate and address the issue of global warming?
* What can individuals do to improve their environment and reduce the waste?
12. Many countries are now passing very strict laws against smoking.
* Do people have the right to smoke wherever they want? Why or why not?
* Do you think that government should be able to control where people smoke? Explain.
* Does Ukraine have such laws? If so, should the laws be more or less strict?
13. If you could choose to be any character in a book or movie, who would you be? Why?
* What aspects do you find appealing about this character?
* Are you similar to or different from this character? How?
* What don’t you like about the character’s life? Why?
14. Zoos are a fun place for children and can make people happy. What are the benefits of zoos?
What are the negative aspects?
* How are zoos good and bad for animals? What can be done to improve zoos?
* Is it important for animals to be in their natural environment?
* What if people were put into zoos? How would society be different?
15. We should not just prepare for life, but live it.
* What does this statement mean to you?
* Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Why?
* Right now, do you feel as though you are preparing for life or living it? In what ways?
16. Fashions come and go. How important do you think being fashionable is?
* What kind of clothes is in fashion now? What do you think of these styles?
* What fashions that you see today might be out of style within two years?
* What kind of clothes do you usually wear? Who and what influence your style?
17. Personal style plays an important role in our self-expression.
* Describe your personal style (clothing, hair, image etc.)
* What does this say about your personality?
* How important is it for you to be in style? Why?
18. The 20th
century was dominated by advances in technology, most notably with the invention
of the computer and its widespread use across the planet.
* What do you think about technology and modernization?
* What advantages and disadvantages of modernization do you see and foresee?
* Where is it taking us and what can we expect in the future?
20. Answer Keys to Listening Comprehension
11th
Form Text “McDonalds” from “A History of Us”
Task 1. 1 T 2T 3F 4T 5F 6F 7F 8T 9F 10T
Task 2 11C 12A 13B 14 D 15B 16D 17B 18C 19D 20D
10th
Form Text “Rupert Bear” from “Modern English Digest”
Task 1. 1F 2F 3T 4T 5T 6F 7F 9T 10T
Task 2. 11B 12B 13A 14C 15A 16C 17A 18C 19C 20A
9th
Form Text “The Wine of Li-Po” (a fairy tale)
Task 1. 1T 2T 3F 4T 5F 6T 7F 8F 9T 10F
Task 2. 11D 12B 13B 14B 15A 16C 17C 18C 19 A 20D
19. Many people believe that violence on television and in the movies is the cause of many of
today’s problems.
* What is your opinion on the subject?
* What effects does this violence have on viewers?
* What solutions could you propose to make both sides of the argument happy?
20. Everyone has problems in their life that they need or want to solve.
* What are some different ways to solve problems? Which do you prefer?
* Is it always important to get advice from friends and family? Why?
* How and where can you learn new ways or strategies to solve problems?