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ZODIAC

AriesBirth date: 21 March 20 AprilSymbol: The RamBirthstone: DiamondElement: FireRuling planets: MarsSoul mate: Gemini

Strengths: independent, optimistic, ambitiousWeaknesses: moody, impatient, pushy

Aries is the 1st sign of the zodiac. Aries have a lot of energy. They are strong, athletic, and naturallybeautiful. Aries make good friends, because they are honest individuals who are easy to talk to. On theother hand, they can be seen as close-minded. They dont like to compromise. Arians are known fortheir creative ideas. They set high goals for themselves and arent afraid to take chances. The energy of these risk- takers rubs off on those around them. Dont tell an Arian that he cant do something! L ike itssymbol the ram, an Arian will push his way to the top no matter what it takes. They can sometimes takethings too far and become physically aggressive. On the other hand, they get bored easily, and dontalways follow through if things are too easy. They enjoy hunting more than winning.

Wordchecker optimistic (adjective): thinking positively in all situationsambitious (adjective): determined to succeedpushy (adjective): very self-assertivecompromise (verb): to settle a difference of opinion by giving and takingrub off (verb): to be transferred to others by contactaggressive (adjective): likely to attack; tending to violence

Taurus

Birth date: 21 April 21 MaySymbol: The BullBirthstone: EmeraldElement: Earth


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Ruling planets: VenusSoul mate: Capricorn

Strengths: patient, practical, determinedWeaknesses: jealous, greedy, materialistic

Taurus is the 2nd sign of the zodiac, and the closest sign to earth. Following the law is important to aTaurus. A Taurus will also follow a good leader. Taurus-born people enjoy material possessions. Theyalso love comfort and luxury, such as candlelight dinners and a happy home. Like the bull, a Taurus canbe a bit stubborn. This isnt always a negative aspect. They work at a slow and steady pace to achievetheir hopes and dreams. A Taurus will shower herself with gifts after achieving a goal. Taurus make goodfriends as long are you are in a similar social rank. They are calm and collected, but dont push them toofar. It can be difficult to calm a Taurus down after an incident. And dont try to change the mind of aTaurus. You wont win! It may surprise you that the bull -headed Taurus enjoys the arts. Many famoussingers are born under the Taurus sign.

Wordchecker materialistic (adjective): enjoying having and buying things luxury (noun): an expensive item that is not a necessitystubborn (adjective): fixed in ones ways and opinions steady (adjective): self-controlled; balancedcalm and collected (adjectives): relaxed and able to take on a challengeincident (noun): something that happened (usually negative)bull-headed (adjective): stubborn; unwilling to change

Gemini

Birth date: 22 May 21 JuneSymbol: The TwinsBirthstone: AgateElement: AirRuling planets: MercurySoul mate: Sagittarius

Strengths: witty, curious, socialWeaknesses: impulsive, nosy, superficial

Gemini is the third sign of the zodiac. Gemini are explorers of the world. They enjoy life most when theyhave a lot of freedom. Sometimes Gemini forget to look after their bodies. They are so busy exploringthat they dont eat or sleep. If you have a question or concern, a Gemini is a good person to go to. Theylove to give advice, and they have a lot of real-life experience to share. It is difficult for Gemini toconcentrate on one thing at a time. They often leave projects unfinished. Gemini are social butterflies;they have many acquaintances, but few close friends. Be yourself when you meet a Gemini for the first


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time. Gemini-born people tend to judge others by their first impression. Some people think that Geminiare always happy. Their positive energy makes them fun to be around.

Wordchecker witty (adjective): funny

impulsive (adjective): acting quickly without thinkingnosy (adjective): interested in other peoples private lives concentrate (verb): focus on somethingsocial butterfly (noun): a person who loves to talk and be around othersacquaintance (noun): a person you know but are not close friends withfirst impression (noun): how you view or judge someone the 1st time

Cancer

Birth date: 22 June 22 JulySymbol: The CrabBirthstone: RubyElement: WaterRuling planets: MoonSoul mate: Taurus

Strengths: protective, loving, cautiousWeaknesses: moody, sensitive, possessive

Cancer is the fourth sign of the zodiac. This zodiac sign is represented by the crab. People born under

the Cancer sign have a tough outer shell. They are very protective of themselves and their loved ones.On the inside, Cancers are sensitive creatures who care deeply for their loved ones. You can confide inthem with your darkest secrets. Despite their devoted nature, Cancers can be tough to get along with.They are known for having mood swings. Just when you think your friend is ready to go to a party, hecurls up behind closed doors with a book. Most of the time, Cancers keep very busy and lead successfullives. They are workaholics who prefer to run rather than walk through life.

Wordchecker possessive (adjective): controlling; feels a sense of ownership of peopleprotective (adjective): shielding loved ones from harmsensitive (adjective): having strong emotions and feelingsconfide in (verb): to tell someone something privatedevoted (adjective): strongly attached to a person or causemood swing (noun): a sudden change from one state of mind to anotherworkaholic (noun): a person who works all of the time


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Leo

Birth date: 23 July 21 AugustSymbol: The LionBirthstone: Peridot

Element: FireRuling planets: SunSoul mate: Aquarius

Strengths: generous, playful, devotedWeaknesses: arrogant, bossy, intolerant

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Leo is the strongest sign of the zodiac. Leos are born leaders and do best in positions of authority. Leos take on leadership roles at home and at work. They make good doctors, lawyers,and politicians. They know how to get what they want in life, and they attack problems head on.As well as having good survival instincts, Leos love to perform. They will do anything to getyour attention and love. If you appreciate them, they will look out for you. It is good to have aLeo on your side. Leos have a bad reputation for having big egos. They dont take criticism well,and it is hard for them to admit when they are wrong. Leos become unhappy if they are not in thespotlight.

Wordchecker peridot (noun): light green gemstonedevoted (adjective): very passionate aboutarrogant (adjective): strong feeling of superiorityintolerant (adjective): does not accept alternative views or behaviourhead on (adverb): directly against an opponentego (noun): sense of self-importancespotlight (noun): centre of attention

Virgo

Birth date: 22 August 23 SeptemberSymbol: The VirginBirthstone: SapphireElement: EarthRuling planets: MercurySoul mate: Pisces

Strengths: intelligent, punctual, detail-orientedWeaknesses: indecisive, picky, nervous
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Virgo is the sixth sign of the zodiac. Virgos are detail-oriented. Some people call them perfectionists. Virgos expect perfection of themselves and others. Dont be surprised if a Virgotries to change you or your plans. Virgos are highly analytical. At times they seem to live in their

own minds. They look calm and collected on the outside, but on the inside they are analyzingeverything. Virgos are very health conscious and are often called hypochondriacs. Whenevertheir health is disrupted, they make a big deal out of it. With so much nervous tension, Virgosoften suffer from insomnia. Virgos are students for life. They are interested in many subjects andwill learn about a new topic thoroughly before moving on to something else. Virgos makeinteresting companions and acquaintances.

Wordchecker punctual (adjective): exactly on time; not late, not early

detail-oriented (adjective): paying attention to small thingsindecisive (adjective): unable to make decisions easilyhealth-conscious (adjective): very aware o f ones own health and well -beinghypochondriac (noun): a person who is always worried about his/her healthinsomnia (noun): the inability to sleepacquaintance (noun): a person that you know casually

Libra

Birth date: 24 September 23 October

Symbol: The ScalesBirthstone: OpalElement: AirRuling planets: VenusSoul mate: Aquarius

Strengths: well-balanced, fair, charmingWeaknesses: weak, indecisive, careless


Libra is the 7th sign of the zodiac. Some people say its the best sign to be born under. Unlikethe other signs that are represented by living creatures, Libra is represented by the Scales. TheScales symbolize balance, and Libras are well-balanced people who believe in fairness. They areteam players in everything they do, and are often the peacekeepers in families or workplaces. Atparties and get-togethers, Libras know how to charm people. They are attracted to beautifulpeople and love socializing. They can also become bored easily. When faced with a toughdecision, Libras often sit on the fence. They dont like to blame anyone. Bankers are often Libras
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because Libras are good at dealing with money. However, Libras are not good at saying no.Their own finances can suffer because they always say yes to invitations and opportunities.

Wordchecker charming (adjective): good at pleasing or attracting othersindecisive (adjective): unable to make up ones mind careless (adjective): not paying enough attention to detailget-together (noun): informal gathering of peoplesit on the fence (verb): to not come to a decision

Scorpio

Birth date: 24 October 22 November

Symbol: The ScorpionBirthstone: TopazElement: WaterRuling planets: Mars and PlutoSoul mate: Pisces

Strengths: observant, powerful, intuitiveWeaknesses: possessive, obsessive, dramatic


Scorpio is the eighth sign of the zodiac. Scorpios are independent people who enjoy their alonetime. They are wise and wealthy business people. While they often stay away from the centre of attention, they are watchful of everything that is going on. The eyes of a Scorpio can make otherpeople nervous. It can be difficult for Scorpios to find true love. They have trouble sharingdecision-making powers with a partner. Scorpios are also very emotional. They do not forgivepeople easily and they often invite drama into their lives. Despite their emotional shortfalls,Scorpios are wise souls. From a young age, they seem far more advanced and experienced thantheir peers. When faced with life challenges, they typically rise up undefeated. For this reason,they make great leaders.

Wordchecker observant (adjective): noticing everythingintuitive (adjective): knowing things based on feelingpossessive (adjective): having a sense of ownershipdramatic (adjective): acting as if one is on stage in a theatreshortfalls (adjective): aspects that do not reach the goal or standard
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peer (noun): a person who shares the same age or ststusundefeated (adjective): not beaten

Sagittarius

Birth date: 23 November 22 DecemberSymbol: The Archer and CentaurBirthstone: TurquoiseElement: FireRuling planets: JupiterSoul mate: Leo

Strengths: honest, optimistic, humorousWeaknesses: irresponsible, restless, superstitious


Sagittarius is the 9th sign of the zodiac. Sagittarius are intellectual. They are level-headedpeople who think before they act. They look to many different sources for answers. Sagittariusare free spirits who love to explore. They don t do well in situations when they are stuck in oneplace for a long time. It is good to have a Sagittarius as a companion because they are alwaysoptimistic. Some people say Sags are the friendliest of all zodiac signs. On the other hand, theyrarely stick with the same group of friends. They prefer new experiences. It can be difficult tobuild a deep relationship with a Sagittarius due to their fear of commitment. Some people saythat Sags have the Peter Pan syndrome. This means they have difficulty growing up.

Wordchecker Centaur (noun): half man, half beastoptimistic (adjective): always believing the best will happenirresponsible (adjective): cannot be trusted; carelesssuperstitious (adjective): believing in the supernatural world over logiccommitment (noun): the keeping of a promise or plan

Capricorn

Birth date: 23 December 20 JanuarySymbol: The GoatBirthstone: GarnetElement: Earth
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Ruling planets: SaturnSoul mate: Taurus

Strengths: practical, ambitious, trustworthyWeaknesses: stubborn, pessimistic, over-cautious


Capricorn is the 10th sign of the zodiac. Capricorns work hard to achieve success. Like a mountain goat,they keep climbing until they reach the top. They always weigh the pros and cons before makingdecisions. They are good with finances and rarely fall into debt. It can be difficult for a Capricorn tobalance work and play. Capricorns always pitch in when help is needed. They also make sympatheticfriends and partners that you can count on. You wont catch a Capricorn breaking a promise. On theother hand, they are cautious people who do not enter relationships easily. It may take a lot of time andeffort to find your way into a Capricorns inner circle of friends. Capricorns tend to suffer from low self -esteem. They become easily depressed. Fortunately, they dont l ike laziness, and will eventually stopsulking and get back to work or play.

Wordchecker ambitious (adjective): determined to succeedpessimistic (adjective): always seeing the negative sideweigh the pros and cons (verb): to consider both sides of an issue or choicepitch in (verb): to help someone complete a task sympathetic (adjective): caring about others problems or concerns sulk (verb): to openly display sadness; be bad-tempered

Aquarius

Birth date: 21 January 19 FebruarySymbol: The Water BearerBirthstone: AmethystElement: AirRuling planets: Saturn and UranusSoul mate: Libra

Strengths: well-organized, independent, humanitarianWeaknesses: unpredictable, detached, sarcastic

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Aquarius is the eleventh sign of the zodiac. Aquarians are forward thinkers who often take the road lesstraveled. They try to do things differently than their peers. This is how they often get ahead of the pack.Aquarians do not like traditions, rituals, or schedules. It can be difficult for an Aquarian to relax. Themind is always working. Aquarians are great communicators. They stay up-to-date with all the modern

technology. Dont be surprised if an A quarian tries to get you to take his side. Aquarians can be veryconvincing. They are also very inspiring and love a good challenge. No mission is impossible for anAquarian.

Wordchecker humanitarian (adjective): caring for human needsunpredictable (adjective): behaving in a different way each timeritual (noun): something that you do regularly in a ceremonious waydetached (adjective): not closely connected to other peoplesarcastic (adjective): tending to use irony to mock or show contemptpeers (noun): people who share the same age or status

Pisces

Birth date: 20 February 20 MarchSymbol: The Two Fishes

Birthstone: AmethystElement: WaterRuling planets: Jupiter and NeptuneSoul mate: Cancer

Strengths: sympathetic, patient, imaginativeWeaknesses: shy, impractical, lazy


Pisces is the last of the zodiac signs. Pisceans are artistic people who enjoy dance, art, and film. The twofishes symbolize their tendency to go with the flow. Those born under the Pisces sign are attracted toluxurious places. They enjoy looking for treasures. Pisceans are often picky eaters. If they have a cravingfor a certain food, they wont settle for anythin g else. Many Pisceans have an addiction. They becomeobsessed with one thing, such as a television series, and can become addicted to it. Some people saythat Pisceans tend to live in a dream world. When they are unhappy, they escape to an imaginary place.It is nice to have a Pisces as a friend because she will always listen to your troubles. On the other hand,
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she may become so emotionally involved that she takes on your pain. Your problems become moreimportant than hers. In the workplace, Pisces work best alone.

Wordchecker sympathetic (adjective): caring about the feelings of othersimpractical (adjective): not practicalto go with the flow (verb): to do the same as others; to follow alongluxurious (adjective): rich and comfortableaddiction (noun): a dependency on something such as alcohol or sweets

Passengers Survive Crash Landing in Guyana

Pre-Listening Vocabulary

overshoot: to go too far past a target fractured: broken skid: slide on slippery ground runway: the strip of land that planes take off and land on at an airport

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Passengers Survive Crash Landing in Guyana

A passenger plane broke into two after overshooting a wet runway at Guyanas Georgetown airport. All

157 as well as six crew members survived the accident. A few of the passengers suffered

fractured limbs, but there were no injuries. One passenger reported that people had already

cheering for a safe landing when the plan began skidding off the runway. The flight

originated from John F. Kennedy International Airport, and had made a stop in Trinidad. The

of the Caribbean Airlines jet had been flying into this airport for 25 years.

Comprehension Questions

1. Why might some people call this a miracle?2. When do airline passengers cheer?3. Where did the flight originate from?
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Discussion Question : The Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago stated that this crash couldcause tourism to decline in the Caribbean. Would this type of accident prevent you from usingthis airline temporarily?

How Science Works Cloze GameComplete each sentence with a word from the list:

correct discover evolution experiments incorrect journal laboratoryrepeat support telescope test theory undermine works

The aim of science is to new facts about the world. Scientists discover new facts by

making observations, or by doing . For example, astronomers discover new facts by

making observations through a , and chemists discover new facts by doing

experiments in a .

An idea that explains why something is true, or how something happens, is called a scientific

. For example, Charles Darwin created the theory of to explain how all thedifferent species in nature developed over time. Scientists then designed experiments, and made

observations, in order to his theory.

The results of an experiment might support a theory, or they might it. If scientists

keep getting results that undermine a theory, they should accept that it is . But if they

keep getting results that a theory, they should accept that it is correct. After thousandsof experiments and observations that support Darwin's theory of evolution, for example, it is now

regarded as being .

Scientists who find new evidence that supports or undermines a theory will publish their results

in a scientific . The results will only be accepted as valid if others can theobservation or experiment and get the same results.

This is how science .


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US Credit Rating Downgraded


downgrade: to reduce the level

strip: to remove quickly tier: a level or layer debt ceiling: the highest amount of money a country is allowed to borrow plunge: to drop suddenly


US Credit Rating Downgraded

Standard and Poor (S & P), one of the main credit-rating agencies in America, stripped the US of

its AAA credit rating for the first time in . AAA is the top tier and stands for thebest -quality b orrowers. In the weeks leading up to the downgrade, the US government spent a

month arguing about the countrys debt ceiling. The inability for the parties to work together on the financial issue, caused S & P to downgrade the countrys credit rating to AA+.

the announcement, the US markets plunged and economists began talking about

another recession. President Barack Obama tried to reassure that the economic

situation in the US would improve, saying will rise and fall, but this is the UnitedStates of America. Europes economy is also undergoing a financial crisis.


1. Which credit level is below AAA?2. Why did Barack Obama speak to his people?3. According to the report, which other part of the world is in a financial crisis?

Discussion Question : Does the government owe it to its people to be a good financial rolemodel? Why or why not?

High Profile Judge Murdered in Brazil


high-profile: known well publicly corrupt: dishonest for personal gain behind bars: in jail
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gang: an organised group that completes violent and illegal acts together hard-line: strict; serious determined: very committed to a goal


High-Profile Judge Murdered in Brazil

A 47-year-old Brazilian judge who was responsible for putting dozens of gang members and corrupt

behind bars was murdered on August 12th. Patricia Acioli, a mother of three, had just arrived

at her home across the from Rio de Janeiro when her car was shot at more than 16 times bymasked men on a pair of motorbikes. Despite receiving several death threats over the years, the high-

profile judge did not have police . An inve stigation by Brazils Justice Ministry suggests that

close to 100 judges are on a most wanted death list . With the World Cup and Olympic

Games coming to Rio in 2014 and 2016, more efforts are being made to drug gangs andviolence. Acioli was known as a hard-line judge who was determined to clean up the police force inBrazil.


1. Where was this judge when she was murdered?2. Why does the report mention Brazils Justice Ministry? 3. What was Patricia Acioli known for?

Discussion Question : When you think of dangerous jobs do you think of judges and lawyers? Now that youve heard this story, do you think high -profile judges should have body guards?

400 Entries Added To 100-Year-Old Dictionary


concise: brief but complete inspire: to influence a choice or decision

retweet: to repost someones Twitter post cyberbully: a person who attacks or bothers another person repeatedly online woot: a cheer of joy context: the background surrounding a word or event

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400 Entries Added to 100-Year-Old Dictionary

400 new entries were added to the 12th edition of the Concise Oxford English , many of

which were inspired by technology. Additions included retweet, cyberbully, and woot.OED editor, Angus Stevenson, new words gain dictionary status more quickly now thanks to socialnetworking sites. The dictionary turns 100 years o ld this month. Definitions for the words follower and

friend have also changed, with notes on the meaning of these words in a social media

context. A limited edition of the original 1911 edition has been for the anniversarycelebration. While many of the new words in the 12th edition are technology based, the word

computer did not in the first edition.


1. Why does the report mention the word follower?2. What did the OED editor say about social networking sites?3. Why was a reprint made of the original Concise Oxford English Dictionary?

Discussion Question : According to the dictionarys editor, the Internet is reducing the variety of English spoken around the world. Can you explain this phenomenon? Do you think this trendwill continue?

How To Go to a Walk-in ClinicStandard Podcast [ 0.01 MB ] Hide Player | Play in Popup | Download

If you have a medical emergency in an English-speaking country, call 112, 999 or 911 (or theemergency number of the country you are in ), or go to a hospital emergency room (ER) . TheER may have a very long wait. If your medical problem is less serious, go to a walk-in clinic .Look online or in a phonebook for the closest clinic. Use the search walk-in clinic plus thename of the city you are in. In a phonebook, look under doctor or medical . Check the clinichours. You dont need an appointment at most cl inics. You might want to bring a dictionary or afriend who can translate.

Documents to bring If you are a visitor, you will probably be billed for your visit. Bring your papers with you if youhave insurance. If you are a student, bring your permit . Do you need to have your prescription refilled? Bring your prescription form or bottle of medication with you.
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Reception

Visit the reception desk first. The receptionist will ask you for your name and health card. Tellthe receptionist you are an insured visitor or an uninsured visitor. If you are a student, show heryour student permit. The receptionist may ask you to fill out a form. She may ask you a few

questions: Do you have a family doctor/GP? (You can tell her your doctors name in your country.) Why do you need to see a doctor today? What is your medical concern? How long have you had this problem/these symptoms ? Are you taking any medication ? Do you have any allergies ?

Waiting Times Many walk-in-clinics will not tell you how long you will have to wait. They may estimate the

time for you. Usually you wait in a waiting room until your name is called. Listen carefully.Then you go into a doctors office and wait again. You can try to ask these questions:

How long is the wait? How many doctors are on duty?

Talking to the Doctor

When the doctor comes, he or she will look at the information from the receptionist. The doctorwill ask you the reason for your visit:

What brought you in today? Whats your medical concern? How can I help you?

Do your best to explain your (or your childs) symptoms. Use gestures to point at body parts if you cant explain something. Here are some typical symptoms:

I have a sore throat. (She has a sore throat.) I have an earache. I have an infection. I have a bad cough. I have a rash. I feel sick to my stomach. I have a stomach ache. I think I have the stomach flu. I think I have food poisoning. I have been vomiting/throwing up since yesterday. I have a fever. (high temperature) I have chills. Im experiencing pain in/on my _______________ (body part). I fell and hurt my _________________.


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How to Express Condolences

When a person dies it is difficult to know what to sayto the bereaved. If English is your second language, it is even harder to comfort a grieving

person. We sometimes use a present tense verb when we should use the past. Dont feel bad if you do this. Even native English speakers find this awkward in the early hours and days after a

persons passing.

It is important to acknowledge the loss in one form or another. Here are a few expressions youcan use to express your care and concern in English when someone passes away .

Expressing Condolences in English It is a good idea to name the person who died. If you know this person, describe something youloved about him or her. Share a fond memory if you have one. If you dont know the person,express sadness that you never got to meet him or her or acknowledge the importance of thisperson to your friend.

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I was heartbroken by this sad news. I will never forget when he/she (share a memory using the past tense verb)

You were such a dedicated friend/mother/sister to ______________ (name). He/She will be sadly missed. (Add a detail that describes this persons best quality. For example:

He was the best listener. OR He was always there when I needed help with the kids.) Im sorry, but I am at a loss for words. (If you cant think of anything else to say or write.) If you need anything, please ask. (Then offer something specific, such as help with the kids or a

home cooked meal or a coffee date.) When you are feeling up to it , lets have coffee together. Im here for you if you need anything.


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Thanks for taking the time to let me know about _________ (name of deceased ). (Write or say if you received a special call or email notification about this news.)

Expressing Condolences in Writing When you are looking for a card in a stationary shop look for sympathy cards. You can use

many of the same expressions in a sympathy note or card. Please accept my/our sincere condolences. I would like to express my sincere condolences on the death of __________. (name) He/She was

__________. (describe this person in a word or two) Im sorry I could not convey my condolences in person. (If you are far away from a friend. You

can use this in a phone call too.)

Words to go with a sympathy gift or donation Please accept these flowers from our family.I have made a donation to _____________ (charity or organization) in ________________(names) honour. As per your request, we have made a donation to _________ in lieu of flowers.

Closing your Condolence note or card

Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace as you grieve this loss.

Expressing Condolences via Social Media Networks It is okay to express your condolences in a comment if the announcement has been made in astatus update or blog. Take a moment to send a private note as well.

Common Errors

spelling of peace (not piece) capitalization of God (not god) spelling of condolences spelling of prayers

WordChecker bereaved (noun): person who is grieving the loss of a loved one (adjective= bereaved) grieve (verb): to feel and express sadness after the loss of a loved one (noun=grief) acknowledge (verb): to express recognition or realization deceased (noun): the person who is no longer alive (adjective=deceased) pass away (verb): to die (noun=passing: Im sorry to hear of his passing.) dedicated (adjective): showing extreme care and commitment to a person or thing to feel up to something (verb): to be feeling well enough to leave the home and do somethingwith another person donation (noun): a gift of money or items to a research organization or charity that helps othersin lieu of flowers : instead of buying flowers (use only if the bereaved request donations insteadof flowers)


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Discuss: Should you say Time will heal to a person who has just lost a loved one? We allknow this is true, but do we want to hear this phrase when the loss and sadness is so fresh?

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Is English a foreign language in your family? Does your child go to an English language school?Many EFL parents worry about Parent Teacher Interview days. What if my childs teacher cant understand me? What if I cant understand him? Who is supposed to ask the questions?

Dont worry. You are not alone. Even Englishspeaking parents get nervous before parent teacher interviews. Here is the most important tip.The interview is about your child. There is no grade for you. All you can do is try your best tocommunicate. Remember that a smile means more than any word.

There are 3 main situations when you will be asked to meet with your childs teacher:

1) Meet the Teacher Night

Informal The whole family is welcome (let your child show off his school) Near the beginning of the school year Look at the classroom Look at your childs work space Introduce yourself
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Speak briefly with the teacher (give all parents a chance) Make an appointment for a formal meeting (if you have a major concern)

Introduce yourself: Hello Mrs. Wilkins. Im Yolanda. Im Olivias mother/ father.

* Call your teacher by the same name your child does, unless he or she invites you to use a firstname. More on How to Address people in English here.

2) Parent Teacher Interview

after report cards discuss your childs progress voice your concerns listen to the teachers feedback or concerns

3) Regarding a Major Concern

discuss a major problem about your child that your teacher or administration has raised duringthe year (the school arranges the interview)

discuss a major problem that you or your child has (you arrange the interview) Note: Theprincipal or vice principal may also be present at this meeting. If possible, bring a friend orfamily member whose English is strong.

What to expect at the Parent Teacher Interview

Who? You, your spouse (if possible), and the teacher. You can bring your child and his/hersiblings if you dont have a sitter . The teacher will usually have an activity or play space for thekids to play in while you chat.What? An opportunity to listen and speak to your childs teacher. Be sure to read the report cardfirst.Where? In your childs classroom. When? Usually twice a year, after report cards go out. You will probably only have 10-15minutes with your childs teacher. Watch the clock and respect the ti me. Other parents arewaiting. Many teachers do interviews on their own time. Arrive a few minutes early and waitoutside the classroom until the teacher invites you in.Why? To discuss progress and concerns. To receive suggestions. To review work.How? Yo u sit across from the teacher in your childs classroom

Small Talk Keep small talk to the bare minimum. Your childs teacher is very busy. One or two questions isfine. If the t eacher asks you a small talk question (unrelated to your childs progress), keep your answer short and sweet.You can ask:How is your class this year? Have you always taught grade 3?

Questions you may have for the teacher
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How many students are in your class? How many ESL/EFL/ELL kids do you have? Does my son/ daughter need extra help? Is there any special area my child needs to work on? What books can you recommend? What level is my child reading at? Can you explain what this means on the report card? (point to your question) How is he/she doing compared to the rest of the class? What can we work on at home? How much time should he/she spend doing homework? Can you recommend any useful websites? How is my childs behaviour on the playground? What is the best way to contact you? Can you review the library/parking/attendance policy? Can you explain the dress code? Is my child participating? Does my child get along with the other kids?

Do you need any help in your class?

Concerns you may have

My child does not understand your instructions. My child says hes bored at school. My child isnt eating his lunch. My child is having trouble making friends. My child is complaining about bullying . My child is struggling with math/reading/science.

Concerns your childs teacher may have

Your child is having trouble concentrating in class. Your child has difficulty following instructions. Your child needs to participate more. Your child is quite shy . I am trying to encourage her to open up. Your child calls out in class instead of raising his hand. Your child needs a reading buddy . Your child needs to practise getting dressed and undressed. Your child needs to work on his/her alphabet .

Asking for clarification Im sorry I didnt understand what you said. Can you please repeat that? Could you write that down for me? Could you speak a little more slowly?

Expressing gratitude
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Thank you for teaching my child. Thank you for being patient with my child. Thank you for recognizing my childs special needs. My child really enjoys coming to school. My child is happy when he comes home from school. I can see by your classroom that you are a very hard working teacher. Teaching is a very hard job. I admire what you do.

Follow Up Tuck a note inside your childs agenda or lunch bag for his/her teacher. For example: Thank you for taking the time to meet with me to talk about (childs name). I really enjoyed meeting you. Please call me if yo u have any concerns.

Volunteering Do you have extra time in your day? Why not offer to volunteer in the classroom? Your Englishwill improve while you lend a helping hand. You could also offer to volunteer on school trips.You might need to get a police check to volunteer. Go into a local police station and provide thenecessary information.

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You know how to ASK for directions, but what happens when anEnglish speaker asks YOU for directions. This is not a time for small talk . Give only basic directions with
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short phrases. Do the best you can.

Questions you may hearHow do I get to Main Street ?Where is the closest gas station ?

Can you tell me where the community centre is?Im looking for Jane Street.Are you from around here?

If you know the way Use basic English to offer directions. Short phrases are best. Speak slowly and use very carefulpronunciation. Spell out a word if necessary.

The easiest way is to The quickest way is to

The best way is to go + direction (right, left, down, up, through)take + road nameturn + right/leftstay on + road name for + distance or time

Examples:The easiest way is to go right on Commercial Avenue .The quickest way is to take Road Number 1 .The best way is to turn right on Main Street .Stay on Route 1 for about ten minutes .

Use transitions Separate each leg of the route with a transition.

after thatthennextwhen you get togo finally

Offer Ballpark Figures (rough estimates of time or length of travel) Some people feel better knowing how long it will take to get from A to B.

Its just around the corner (not far). Its not far. Its a bit of a way. (it takes a while) Its about a five minute walk. Its about a twenty minute bus ride.


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Use landmarks Tell the person what to watch for.

You will see a large clock on the right.You will pass a gas station.

Its across from the blue church.

More useful language Its on + street name Its across from Its opposite Its near Its around the corner from

Offer warningsStay in the right lane.

Its a very busy road. Its a big hill. (i f they are walking or on a bike)There might be construction.If you pass the you went too far. Theres no parking .

Repeat yourself If YOU repeat the directions again, the other person will feel more confident. Repeat importantdetails including street names and turns. You can also ask the other person to repeat thedirections back to you.

If you are in the car with the driver Give a lot of warning.

Turn right at the next streetGet in the left lane.Go one more block. Then turn right.At the next traffic lights turn Its going to be on your right.

Clarify Make sure that the other person understood your directions. Say: Did you get all that?

If you dont know the way Dont guess! Dont just shake your head and walk away. Use one of these phrases:

Im sorry, Im not from here. Im afraid I cant help you. Sorry I dont know my way around here.
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Offer another solutionYou could ask the bus driver.Ask the front desk clerk.Fol low me. Ill show you the way. Do you want me to draw you a map?

Read the directions and directly you will be directed in the right direction. (Alice in Wonderland)

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Just because youre in an English speaking country,doesnt mean youll stop craving sweets! Make sure you know how to satisfy your sweet tooth. You mayneed to order dessert, shop for candy, or describe the delightful experience of trying out a new treat.

Types of Dessert May I see the dessert menu? Practise this line before you enter a restaurant or cafe. Its okayto eat a sundae for dinner if you dont think youll have room after the main event .

pie (apple, lemon marangue, pumpkin, pecan)cake (cheesecake, sponge cake, shortcake, brownie, carrot)

cupcakes: mini cakes with icing on top (popular for kids)ice cream cones/sandwich/sundaessorbetmoussecookies and biscuits (chocolate chip, peanut butter, shortbread, ginger)squares and barspastries (donuts, tarts, fritters)
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Types of Toppings and Fillings These days, people rarely just order a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

icing/frosting: smooth sugary layer on top of cakes chocolate syrup

butterscotch syrupstrawberry syrupsprinkles: hard flakes of coloured sugar powdered sugarcinnamonpeanutsalmondswhipped creamchocolate shavingscustard: sweet milk and egg mixture

jelly or fruit compote: sweetened and mashed berries or fruit with sugar

chocolate chips

Types of Candy You can buy candy at a candy shop or a sweet shop or a corner store or a grocery store. You canalso raid the bulk food section or a booth at a market to get your sugar fix.

hard candies (wrapped)chocolate bar/candy barliquorice (red or black)mintscinnamon hearts (spicy)sour candiescandy corn (orange and black cone shaped)

jellybeans jujubesbubble gum/gumballs/stick of gumgummy bears/wormscandy floss (also called cotton candy)lollipopscandy apple


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chocolate or candy coated raisins/peanuts/pretzelstaffypowdered candy

Types of Chocolate Are you a chocoholic ? If so, you probably have a preference to one of these types.

milk chocolatedark chocolatesemi-sweetwhite chocolateunsweetened chocolatemint chocolate

How to Describe Sweets How is your dessert? Practise these descriptive words and phrases or simply lick your lipsand nod happily if you are enjoying a bite.

deliciousscrumptioustastyyummyto die for

*If you dont like your dessert or treat you can say it is too :stickysoursweet for my taste

heavy: you feel too full after you eat it

rich: the taste is too strong (such as dark chocolate)bland: not enough taste

*If youre only looking or still thinking about what to choose you can say the treats look mouthwatering or tempting .


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No Thank You Did you save any room for dessert? This is what many servers will ask at a restaurant. If youdont want dessert, you can say Id love to, but Im afraid Im full. If the dessert menu doesntinterest you, y ou can say Were going to pass on dessert tonight. Thank you.

Spelling Tip Dessert has two ss and desert (dry land) has one s. Think of dessert as being extra special.This is why it needs an extra s.

Comments: Lets talk about sweets! Whats your favourite type of candy or dessert? Is there atreat we should try when we visit your country?

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A grocery store is also called a supermarket or a greengrocer . Chain grocery stores

are referred to by name. Learn the names of these stores before you travel to a new country.Superstores or department stores often have full grocery sections inside.

Shop Smart

Grocery stores are set up for you to buy more than you need. Fresh foods and staples are usuallyplaced in the outside aisles or at the far end of a grocery store.

At the front you will find convenience foods and sale items. At the checkout you will find thingsyou probably dont need, such as chocolate bars and magazines. The store is counting on you to

throw a few of these items into your cart or basket. This is called impulse shopping. Can youresist the temptation ?

Gathering and packing
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Most grocery stores offer a variety of options for gathering and packing items. Dont be surprised if you have to buy your bags.

shopping cart: pushcart on wheels (you may have to put a coin deposit in the slot) basket: plastic container with handles; useful for quick grocery trips when you only need a few

items box: sometimes available for free at the checkout plastic or paper bags: you may have to pay for these reusable bags: bring your own (or buy and reuse)

Main Aisles and Sections

Here are the main aisles (or sections) in a grocery store as well as some example items you willfind in them.

produce: fresh fruit and vegetablesfrozen food: juice, pizzas, fruit and vegetablesbulk food: peanuts, candy, flour, snacks (You bag yourself. You choose the amount.)baking: pre-packaged goods such as flour, sugar, salt, and chocolate chips.breads: packaged breads, bagels, hamburger and hot dog bunsmeat and seafood: packaged beef, chicken, fishdeli: freshly sliced meats and cheeses (You tell the butcher how much you want.)bakery: fresh breads, muffins, cakes to orderdairy: milk, eggs, dairy, yogurtpasta and rice: spaghetti, penne, wild rice, whole wheat pastaethnic foods: foods from countries in other parts of the worldcanned foods: beans, pasta sauce, canned fruit and vegetablescondiments: ketchup, BBQ sauce, salad dressings, oilsnacks: chips, packaged candy, cookies, crackerscereal: boxed breakfast cereals and bars, oats, granola.beverages: juice, pop, coffee, tea,


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household items: toilet paper, tissue paper, garbage bags, detergent, diapershealth and beauty and or pharmacy: make up, deodorant, feminine products, medicine

Checkout

Read the signs above you before you get into a line.

express checkout: For people buying a few items. The sign will show how many items you areallowed to have (1-12).

automatic checkout: You swipe and bag your own groceries and pay with a credit or debit card. closed: Many stores use a lighting system to show which line ups are open for service. If the

light is on the aisle is likely open.

Questions to ask in a Grocery Store

You dont always need to ask someone who works in the store. The shopper next to you may beable to tell you where to find the sugar.

Can you tell me where the produce section is?

Can you do a price check for me? Do you have prepackaged candy? Do you have more flour in the back? (if a shelf is empty) Is this on sale? Do you sell stamps, lottery tickets, alcohol ? (grocery stores in some countries are not licensed to

sell alcohol)

Discounts

Do you have a discount card? Many clerks will ask this. Membership cards at grocery stores areusually free. They provide you with a discount on many items. Are you going to use this store afew times? Fill out a form and get a card! It will be worth your time. If you dont have a card,dont be fooled by the prices on food. Many foods are advertised at membership prices. Withouta card youll pay a higher price. Brand-name items are typically more expensive than no-name or store-named items.

Common Courtesy If the person behind you only has one or two items, you can invite the shopper to go in front of you. Say, You can go ahead of me. Youre just buying a few things. If there is a divider (sma ll


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stick) on the conveyor belt at the checkout, place it after your items. This will allow the personbehind you to start placing his or her groceries down too.

Grocery Shopping Tips Did you write out a list? Creating an English grocery list is a fun and simple way to practise

English. You can even create a master list using the sections above. Add subcategories for allthe foods you normally buy. Leave extra spaces for special items that you need once in a while.If youre shopping with children, bring a s nack or toy!

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At home you may know the rules about recycling. You know where toput the papers. You know where the plastics belong. You even know which bottles can be returned.Good habits often go out the window when you are travelling. Sometimes this is out of laziness.Sometimes it is be cause you dont know the language or the rules of the region you are visiting. Its easyto be earth-friendly in English. Just ask your nearest human for help!

Questions you may need to ask

Do papers go in here? Where can I recycle the papers? Where do the plastics go? Who picks up the papers for recycling? Can this be recycled? Can I compost this? Do you have a compost pile?
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Where does the trash belong? Can I return my bottles here? Where can I buy a reusable bag? Is this bin for bottles? Which day is the recycling picked up? When is garbage day? Where can I buy a reusable bottle? How do I turn this off? Is there a used/second hand clothing store around here?

Earth-Friendly Choices

I dont need a bag. I dont need a receipt. Im okay to walk. Id like to re nt a bicycle. Im looking for LED lights. Im looking for a recycling bin.

Wordchecker compost (noun): a pile of soil that food and yard waste can be added to (also used as a verb)LED light (noun): an energy-saving light bulb

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If you are travelling to an English speaking country forbusiness or pleasure, you will likely use a taxi. Here are some useful words and phrases to help youenjoy a smooth ride :
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Asking someone to call you a taxi Would you call me a taxi, please? Im going to _____________ (your destination). ORCould you give me the number for a taxi service?

Calling a taxi yourself When the dispatch operator answers you will hear som ething like Circle Taxi. How can I helpyou? or Yellow Taxi. Where are you located?

You will need to provide the address of where you are (your location) and where you are going(your destination).

For example:Can I get a taxi to the airport? Im at the Crown Hotel.

Questions for a taxi dispatch operator:

Can I schedule a taxi pick up for 5am tomorrow?Is there a flat rate to the airport from here?What will it cost me to go from my hotel to the airport ?How long is the wait for a taxi right now?

Flagging down a taxi In some locations you dont need to call a taxi. You can just wave your hands at one as it drivesclose to you. This is called flagging or hailing a taxi down. Stand close to the road and wave your arm out. An empty taxi will pull over for you. Many people get in the back of a taxi insteadof the front passenger seat. A taxi without its light on is likely already on a taxi run for someoneelse.

Questions the driver may ask you Where are you heading?How will you be paying? (cash, credit card, debit, foreign exchange)Do you want a flat fee?Do you need a receipt?

Telling the driver your destination Can you take me to the airport, please.Im going to the Star Motel downtown. Do you know where the Brick St. Pub is?Im going to 501 Main St. please.

Questions for your taxi driver Would you mind making a quick stop? (if you need to pick someone or something up on theway-the driver will likely keep the meter running even if you are not in the car)Whats your exchange rate? (f you have foreign money) Do you have a flat fee to the airport?Do you accept debit?


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Do you accept credit cards?What do I owe you?

What to say when leaving the cab Keep the change. (if you are offering a tip)

May I have a receipt please? (if you need it for business purposes)Thanks for the ride.Enjoy the rest of your day.

Words you may need to know location : your current place destination : where you are going metre : the machine that reads the distance and calculates the cost fare : the amount you must pay tip : the extra money you offer for safe, friendly, and prompt service car seat : a seat for a child

luggage : your bags and suitcases cab : short form for a taxi cab flag or flag down : to indicate that you want a taxi or bus to stoppick up : the taxi picks you up at your current location drop off : the taxi drops you off at your destination van : a larger taxi that has more seats

Tip : Making small talk with a fri endly taxi driver is a great way to practise your English. Dontbe shy!

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How do you soothe a crying baby?

The crying began when she was about three weeks old. I said to my doctor: What happened to my happy baby? My doctor answered, She woke up!

For the first few days or weeks of a newborns life sleep is the main event. Then one day thebaby wakes up and realizes she is out of the womb. Put me back! my baby cried. She couldnot get comfortable. No matter what we did, we could not soothe her.

I began to do some research. All of the experts said the same thing: Try to make your baby feellike she is back in the womb .

Besides food, the environment inside the womb provides a fetus with the following:

warmth vibration

closeness movement white noise

I got to work! Swaddling did not work. Nursing her all day long did not work. Walking throughthe halls with her at all hours of the night did not work either. One trick I had not tried was fillingher ears with white noise. What do I have around the house that makes white noise ? I wondered.I turned on the hair dryer and sat close to it with my baby. Guess what happened? My baby

stopped crying. The sound of the hair dryer soothed her. Sometimes it even put her into a deepsleep. The clothes dryer worked too, but how often can you wash your clothes? (Pretty oftenwhen you have a newborn, actually.) Can you believe I used to ask people if they had a hair

dryer before I went to visit with my baby? If they didnt have one, I brought my own.

Now that youve heard and seen proof of this story, Ill bet you never forget this word!

Word Forms

to soothe (verb): to calm and comfort someone who is experiencing pain or sadnesssoother (noun): a small rubber or plastic nipple that a baby sucks when he or she is not drinking(also called a pacifier or binky)soothing (adjective): comforting (The soothing music put the baby to sleep.)

Note: A hair dryer is also called a blowdryer.

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is a good way to keep it in your brain. Each time you learn a new word, try to find a picture thatdefines it. If you have a picture that describes a word or phrase perfectly in English share it in theMyEC Gallery . Use the tag Picture -It and contact me about having it published in ESLMagazine.

Leave a comment: How do you soothe a baby? Share your tricks!

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Do animals get jealous?

The children were gathered around the petting zoo admiring the ponies and goats and llamas. Thenalong came King and Weston. The ponies went berserk when they saw the mounted police on their turf .The parents and children wondered what the ponies were thinking.

Did the ponies want the horses to come closer? Did the ponies want the horses to go away? Didthese miniature horses wish they were as big and beautiful as the animals that roamed free on theother side of the chain link fence?

Personally, I think the ponies were jealous . After all, these tall dark horses were perfectlygroomed. They were also strong and powerful. They belonged to the Royal Canadian Mounted

Police (RCMP). What were these horses doing in the childrens park other than showing off their power and beauty? Your guess is as good as mine.

Now that youve pictured the word jealousy Ill bet you never forget this wor d! Do you have anyreal life examples of animals displaying jealousy ? Leave your story in the comments below.

Usage Note: This word is often misspelled. Be careful to choose the correct word form when you use it.
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jealous: adjective jealousy: noun

Related Learn more about this story in the audio storybook Playing Hooky .

Last weeks Picture It word: improvise

Share Do you have a picture that will help others remember a word? Pairing a word with a visual imageis a good way to keep it in your brain. Each time you learn a new word, try to find a picture thatdefines it. If you have a picture that describes a word or phrase perfectly in English share it in theMyEC Gallery . Use the tag Picture -It and contact me about having it published in ESLMagazine.

Written by Tara Benwell for EnglishClub.com | November 2010Tara Benwell is a Canadian freelance writer and editor who specializes in materials and articles for the ELT industry

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Are you claustrophobic?

When Grandma said she was buying a scooter, we thought she meant the kind that you ride on.The typical mobility scooter is similar to an electric wheelchair.

We were surprised when Grandma asked if the kids wanted a ride in her new scooter. Didnt shemean a ride on her scooter? When we got to the parking garage, we understood what Grandmameant. Her new scooter was more like a car! It even had its own parking spot. The kids foughtover who got to have a ride with Grandma first. Everyone took a turn, except me.
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