Unique Birthday Traditions Around the World
Understanding Birthday Traditions Worldwide
Although birthday traditions are quite similar in some countries today, not everyone celebrates in the same way. There are numerous traditions surrounding birthdays, some of which are described below. Family history, culture, language, and economic status are all details that affect the way a person observes the anniversary of their birth. Two of the most significant factors throughout history, however, have been geographic location and spiritual belief.
Read MoreMastering English Future Tenses: Will, Going To, & Present Continuous
Mastering English Future Tenses and Present Continuous Forms
Present Continuous and Future with ‘Going To’ Conjugation
Table 1: Present Continuous and Negative ‘Going To’
Review the affirmative and interrogative forms of the Present Continuous, alongside the negative form of ‘Going To’.
| Subject | Present Continuous (Affirmative) | Present Continuous (Interrogative) | Future with ‘Going To’ (Negative) |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | I’m working | Am I working? | I’m not going to work |
| You | You are working | Are you working? | You aren’t going to work |
| He | He is |
Crafting Effective Job and Course Applications
Effective Application Letter Examples
Sample 1: Summer Job Application
Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing to apply for the summer job you advertised. I am very interested in working with your team this summer, as I believe it will be a great opportunity to gain valuable experience and enhance my English skills.
I am currently a student seeking a summer position where I can develop useful skills. I am friendly, responsible, and enjoy collaborating with others. I possess good communication skills and learn
Read MoreAdrian Mole’s Diary: Key Questions & Answers
The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole
1. Adrian’s New Year’s Resolutions
Adrian’s New Year’s resolutions include:
- He will help blind people cross the road.
- He will hang his trousers up.
- He will put his tapes back in their covers.
- He will not start smoking.
- He will stop squeezing spots on his face.
- He will be nice to the dog.
- He will help the poor.
- After hearing the terrible noises downstairs last night, he promises never to drink alcohol.
2. Why Adrian Thinks His Spot is Growing
Adrian believes his spot is growing
Read MoreEffective Full Body Workout: Strength and Conditioning
Workout A
Part 1: Lower Body
Exercise 1. Barbell Deadlift
*Do 5 reps on week 1; 4 reps on week 2; 3 reps on week 3. Then repeat this cycle for 4 to 6. Each time you lower the reps, make sure you increase the weight.
*On the final rep of each set, hold the top position of the deadlift for 10 seconds. Be sure to keep your shoulders and rib cage pulled down, crunch your abs, and clench your glutes.
Exercise 2. Bodyweight Box Squat Jump
*Do 10 reps
Exercise 3. Band Lateral Walk
*Do 10 reps each direction
*You
Read MorePLC: Introduction to PLC
Introduction to PLC
PLC Advantages
PLC Structure
***Microprocessor-based control system
Main Parts:
- CPU
- Memory
Operation
PLC
Relay
Replacing Relay
Comparison of PLC and PC
PLC Structure
Advantages
Structure
Microprocessor-based control system
Main Parts:
- CPU
- Memory
Operation
PLC
Replacing Relay
Comparison of PLC and PC