The Joad Family’s Journey in The Grapes of Wrath
The Grapes of Wrath: Key Events
- Tom is let out of prison on parole. (1)
- The Joad family leaves their home and starts traveling west. (2)
- Grandpa dies. (3)
- The family has to leave a camp before the cops burn it. (4)
- The Joad family arrives at the government camp. (5)
- The people on the camp work together to stop troublemakers at the Saturday dance. (6)
- The family starts work on another camp where the old workers are on strike. (7)
- Casy is killed, and Tom attacks the man who did it. (8)
- Ma gives money to Tom
Haunted Bly Manor: A Governess’s Tale of Supernatural Terror
Abstract: Another Twist
A governess accepts a job to educate two children in a mansion called Bly. She was hired by the owner of the mansion, the children’s uncle, who never visits them and is only responsible for their education. When the governess arrives at Bly, she meets Mrs. Grose, the housekeeper, with whom she develops a close friendship. The governess meets the two children she will care for, Miles and Flora, who exude a great deal of tenderness. As time passes, the governess realizes that
Read MorePremchand’s The Shroud: Poverty and Apathy in Rural India
Premchand’s *The Shroud*: Poverty and Apathy in Rural India
“The Shroud” (*Kafan*) by Premchand is a poignant and thought-provoking story that revolves around Ghisu and Madhav, a father and son who live in extreme poverty and belong to a lower caste in rural India. Their story is a grim portrayal of poverty, human apathy, and the harsh realities of life for the marginalized.
Ghisu, the father, is a lazy man who spends his days avoiding work and reminiscing about better times. Madhav, his son, is no
Read MoreMastering English Tag Questions: Examples & Usage
English Tag Questions: Examples and Usage
Understanding Tag Questions
Tag questions are short questions at the end of statements. They are used to confirm information or to invite agreement. The structure of a tag question depends on the auxiliary verb in the main statement.
Verb ‘to be’ in Simple Present
Affirmative Statements with Negative Tag Questions:
- The pencil is on the desk, isn’t it?
- They are friends, aren’t they?
- The child is in the garden, isn’t he?
- He and Mary are good students, aren’t
Crafting Engaging Emails, Letters, and Reviews: Tips and Examples
Informal Email/Letter Writing
Informal Email/Letter: Use a direct and personal tone, incorporating phrases like “I think” and “You should.” Employ informal vocabulary such as “totally” and “lots of stuff,” including phrasal verbs like “go on” instead of “continue.” Use contractions/short forms, for example, “I‘ve just heard you‘ve been to…”
Incorporate informal linking words like “Plus,” “Also,” “Well,” “Anyway,” “To sum up,” and “In a nutshell.” Feel free to use idioms such as “Call it a day,”
Read MoreCarnival, Mobile Phones, Foreign Languages, and London
Carnival: A Worldwide Celebration
Carnival is a popular festival celebrated in different parts of the world, such as Brazil and the Canary Islands. As one of the oldest festivals, Carnival appeared five centuries ago and is celebrated before Easter.
Carnivals have different traditions in each country. For example, in the Canary Islands, you can attend:
- Indianos
- Entierro de la Sardina (Burial of the Sardine)
- Costume parades
- Elección de la Reina (Queen’s Election)
- Gala de Elección del Drag Queen (Drag