Classroom Phrases and Teacher’s Expressions
Essential Classroom Phrases for Teachers
Greetings and Classroom Management
- Congratulations! Well done!
- Who’s not here today?
- Never mind. Better luck next time.
- Do you feel better today? Are you better now? Have you been ill?
- Sorry, that was my fault.
- You’re blocking the way. Get out of the way, please.
- I’ll be back in a moment. I’ve got to go next door for a moment.
- I’m afraid I can’t speak any louder. I seem to be losing my voice.
- I have a sore throat.
- I have a headache.
- Do you mind if I sit down?
- Come out
London Traditions: Pubs, Afternoon Tea, and Theatre
Chapter 1
TRADITIONAL LONDON
I love visiting London. It’s one of the most exciting cities in the world. There’s something for everyone – a rich history, wonderful museums, great theatre, innovative music, and an incredible variety of ethnic food.
Recently, I visited London for the New Year with Pablo, a Spanish friend of mine. He had never been there before.
At the end of our first day, we went to a pub. Like many pubs in Britain, it had a very relaxed atmosphere. There were comfortable chairs, a carpet
Mastering Reported Speech, ‘So’ & ‘Such’, and Essay Writing
Reported Speech
Reported Speech Transformations:
- Present Simple – Past Simple
- Present Continuous – Past Continuous
- Past Simple – Past Perfect
- Present Perfect – Past Perfect
- Past Perfect remains unchanged.
- can – could
- will – would
- must/have to – had to
- may – might
- should, would, could – no change
Time and Place Changes:
- this – that
- here – there
- today – that day
- yesterday – the day before
- tomorrow – the next day
- tomorrow morning – the next morning
- yesterday afternoon – the afternoon before
- next week – the following week
- last
Human Nature, Political Philosophy, and Myths: Key Concepts
Human Nature, Political Philosophy, and Myths
Rousseau: The Social Animal
Rousseau believed that humans are inherently good and that society corrupts them. He argued that the state of nature, where self-preservation is less detrimental to others, is the most conducive to peace and the most suitable for humankind. Laws became necessary because society introduced a multitude of passions that corrupted the savage man’s focus on self-preservation.
The Political Philosophy of Thomas Hobbes
Hobbes contended
Read MoreUnlock Happiness: Insights from the UN and Experts
The Pursuit of Happiness: A Global Perspective
The Importance of Happiness
Voice 1: People all around the world recognize the importance of happiness. In 2012, the United Nations acknowledged this by passing a resolution, with all 193 member states agreeing to recognize happiness as a global human goal. They designated March 20th as the International Day of Happiness.
A Message from the United Nations
Voice 2: Today’s spotlight is on happiness.
Voice 2: On March 20th, 2015, the Secretary-General of the
Read MoreShopping, Future & Past Vacations: A Personal Account
Shopping Experiences
I go shopping with my friends once a week. I often buy shoes because I love all kinds of shoes. I love to have different types and colors of shoes. I never buy bracelets because I don’t wear them. Normally, I go shopping with my friends because they help me choose clothes that look good on me. I always wear the clothes I buy and never leave them in the cupboard.
Once, I had a problem in a shop. I wanted to exchange an item for a larger size, but the employee said that if the size
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