The Benefits and Drawbacks of Mobile Phones and Technology

7Write about 100 to 150 words on the following topic. Describe a situation in which a cell phone could be really useful.

I am going to talk about a situation where the mobile phone can be useful in a situation. I can imagine a lot of situations in which having a mobile phone could be really useful, even decisive.

First of all, if an accident happens, having a mobile phone will be the better, faster, and easier way to call the emergency services. Secondly, we could be witnesses of a crime, and our

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Exploring the Wonders of Language and Culture: A Comprehensive Guide

Writing

1) Opening:

States the topic and the writer’s opinion.

2) Body:

Supports the writer’s opinion with reasons, facts, and examples; each idea is developed in a new paragraph.

3) Closing:

Restates the writer’s opinion.

Connectors

  • And
  • In addition (además)
  • Also (también)
  • Besides (por otra parte)
  • As well as (así como)
  • But
  • However (sin embargo)
  • In spite of (ya que)
  • Because
  • One/another reason for…is (una razón más para…)
  • So (por lo tanto)
  • Therefore (por lo tanto)
  • Consequently (a consecuencia)
  • For this reason
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Navigating Transitions: Personal Growth Through Embracing New Worlds

“Moving into an unfamiliar world will always be accompanied by challenges but such transitions create an environment for personal growth”. The challenges individuals’ face, in moving into new worlds is briefly conveyed in two main texts. The prescribed text “Educating Rita” by Willy Russell and the related text,” The Shawshank Redemption” directed by Frank Darabont. These texts use a wide range of Language and film techniques to emphasise the growth and change the protagonists go through to

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Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution

Introduction

Red Scarf Girl is a memoir by Ji-li Jiang that chronicles her experiences growing up in China during the Cultural Revolution. The book was originally published in Chinese in 1997 and was translated into English in 2004. It has since been translated into over 20 languages and has sold over 2 million copies worldwide.

Summary

The memoir begins with Jiang’s childhood in Shanghai. She is a bright and ambitious girl who dreams of becoming an actress. However, her dreams are shattered when the

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French-English Education Vocabulary: A Comprehensive Guide

French-English Education Vocabulary

School and University Phrases

  • Abandonner une matière= drop a subject
  • Activités extra-sco= after-school activity
  • Agenda= diary
  • Aller à l’école= go to school
  • Aller à l’uni= get into university
  • Année sabatique= gap year
  • Avoir des ennuis= get into trouble
  • Bac= A level
  • Bien s’entendre avec= get on well with
  • Bureau(t)= desk
  • Camarade de classe= classmate
  • Capacité= ability
  • Chaise= chair
  • Devenir prof de= be/become professor of
  • Disponibilité= availability
  • École primaire= elementary
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The Importance of Languages in a Globalized World

Learning Languages

Nowadays, it is easy to travel around the world, and we need to speak many languages. Learning languages can open many doors. First of all, when we know languages, we better understand the world and its cultures. Moreover, languages could help us find a good job or travel without difficulties. In this case, we will be more intelligent because our minds are constantly learning. This will allow us to exit our comfort zones. However, this can be difficult for some people because,

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