IT'S REMEMBRANCE DAY!

Remembrance day is on 11th November. It is a special day set aside to remember all those men and women who were killed during the two World Wars and other conflicts. People wear a red poppy in memory of those who sacrificed their lives during the wars.

WRITING

Hi there,

I've just added a new link (on the right: Talking people) which might be helpful when doing your writings. There are also other links for you to practise other aspects of the language.

RECOMMENDED READING

Dear All,

I just want to confirm that this year's book is Frozen Pizza and Other Slices of Life by Antoinette Moses. It's a Cambridge book. I'll devote at least one session to give you a helping hand.

GUY FAWKES DAY!

November 5th marks the anniversary of the Gunpowder Plot, a conspiracy to blow up the English Parliament and King James I in 1605, the day set for the king to open Parliament. The anniversary was named after Guy Fawkes, the most famous of the conspirators.
The story is remembered each 5th November when 'Guys' are burned in a celebration known as 'Bonfire Night'.

Pronunciation

Having problems with the -th- sound, as in 'something'? Well, then these videos will be of great help.
video 1
video 2
video 3: this video will show you the difference between -th- sound which is voiceless and its voiced counterpart.

IS STING A WORKAHOLIC?

Watch this video and answer the questions below:

1. How many homes does Sting have?
2. Where's the house where th interview is held?
3. What kind of life does that home reveal?
4. What's his daily routine?
5. According to the interviewer, what kind of life does Sting lead?
6. Is Sting a workaholic?

Obama Undertakes Presidential Internship

Here's a video Anton told me about. Watch it and answer the questions:


Obama Undertakes Presidential Internship To Ease Concerns About His Lack Of Experience

QUESTIONS:

1.Why has Obama participated in a presidential internship?
2. What's Obama's biggest weakness according to voters?
3. When will he ready to lead the US?
4. What has he done during his internship?
5. Has he signed up for an online course?