How to Get an F in a Class
It's easy to get an F in a class if you follow these simple instructions. First, be late for class. Second, eat meals in class. Third, talk to classmates loudly. Next, read the comic books in the class. After that, sleep in the class. Then watch the clock every five minutes. Finally, don’t do the homework after class.
Tuesday, 31 July 2007
A Crowded Bus on a Hot Day by Amber
A Crowded Bus on a Hot Day
A crowded bus on a hot day is very messy. There are a lot of passengers on it. A bus driver is sitting in the front of the bus with a serious face. There are eight single seats and six double seats behind the bus driver. No seat is empty. On the aisle, everyone stands face to face. There are students, workers, children, and elder people. Some people are taking a nap and others are talking to each other. The bus is smelly. Everyone wants to get out the bus.
A crowded bus on a hot day is very messy. There are a lot of passengers on it. A bus driver is sitting in the front of the bus with a serious face. There are eight single seats and six double seats behind the bus driver. No seat is empty. On the aisle, everyone stands face to face. There are students, workers, children, and elder people. Some people are taking a nap and others are talking to each other. The bus is smelly. Everyone wants to get out the bus.
Describing a Room by Amber
This is the bedroom of a teenage boy. There is a closet on the left side of the room. A baseball cap is on the top shelf. Two short T-shirts and two sweaters are in the closet. In front of the closet is a single bed. There is a dirty basketball on it. Next to the closet is a wardrobe. There is a desk light on it with a dirty sock. The first opened drawer is full of untidy clothes. On the floor, there is a fishing rod, a guitar, a broken tape, and a half-eaten cookie. The room smells yucky.
How to Get to My House from Taipei Station by Amber
How to Get to My House from Taipei Station
Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Station. First, go to Taipei Train Station. Second, buy a ticket from Taipei Train Station to Hu-Kou. Third, find the platform and go through the ticket barrier. When the train comes, get on it. Then after one hour and ten minutes, the train will have arrived. Next, get out of the train and go thought the ticket barrier. After that, next to the train station is a bus stop. Wait for a bus there. The bus is Hu-Kou to Sin-Pu. Then get on the bus and get out at Sin-Pu Station. Finally, walk for 5 minutes. Then you will arrive at my sweet house.
Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Station. First, go to Taipei Train Station. Second, buy a ticket from Taipei Train Station to Hu-Kou. Third, find the platform and go through the ticket barrier. When the train comes, get on it. Then after one hour and ten minutes, the train will have arrived. Next, get out of the train and go thought the ticket barrier. After that, next to the train station is a bus stop. Wait for a bus there. The bus is Hu-Kou to Sin-Pu. Then get on the bus and get out at Sin-Pu Station. Finally, walk for 5 minutes. Then you will arrive at my sweet house.
How to Meet People in A new Place by Albee
It’s easy to meet people in a new place if you follow these simple instructions. First, keep smiling and walk into the party. Next, look for your target at the party. Then find the target and buy her a drink. After that, play a magic trick and make a surprise for her. Second, talk to her and be humorous. Finally, exchange MSN or phone number.
Monday, 30 July 2007
How to Impress a Boy/Girl on a First Date by Flora
It`s easy to impress a boy/girl on a first date if you follow these simple directions. First, choose a good place and make a reservation. Then buy a present. Third, go to a hair salon and get your hair done. Then dress up and put on make up. Next, spray some perfume on your body. After that, arrive at the place on time and give the boy/girl the present. Finally, keep smiling all the time. You will impress a boy/girl on the first date.
How to Get to My House from Taipei Main Station by Flora
It is easy to get to my house if you follow these directions. First, when you arrive
Sunday, 29 July 2007
How to Get to My House from Taipei Station by Albee
Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Station. First, you should get on the Red Line to Danshui. Then you arrive at Mingde Station, and be prepared to get off at the next station. Second, arrive at Shipai Station and get out at exit NO.2. Third, go straight and cross two blocks. Next, you can see a dark-red bricked building on the corner. Finally, talk to security officer and get into my house.
How to Make a Cup of Coffee(by Vivian)
It is very easy and convenient to make a cup of coffee.First of all,boil the water in a kettle.Second,warm a cup.Third,open a package of coffee and put come of it into a cup.Next,pour the hot water into the cup and stir. Finally,put a little cinnamon powder and cream power.The last thing you need to do is just enjoy the coffee.
How to Get to My House from Taipei Station(by Vivian)
Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Station .First,go down to the underground.Second,use the easycard and go through the ticket barrier.The destination is Jingan Station so get on the yellow line.After arriving at Jingan Station,take a bus numbered 262 through 2 stops and get off the bus.It takes five minutes to walk from the bus syop to my home.
How to make a cup of coffee(by Dennis)
Itis easy to make a cup of coffee by using a pack of instant coffee powder. If you follow these simple directions, you can make a cup of black coffee. First, go to the supermarket and buy some packs of black coffee powder. Second, boil a pot of water on a gas range. Third, prepare your cup and a stirring spoon. Next, open a pack of coffee powder, and put three tea spoons of coffee powder into the cup. After that, pour the hot water into the cup and stir it with a stirring spoon. Finally, taste it, if is is too bitter, you can pour milk or put some sugar in it.
How to Get an F in a Class(by Dennis)
It is easy to get an F in a class if you follow these simple instructions. First, always be late for class, or wag your class. Second, eat your meals in your class, and make some noises. Third, talk to your classmates loudly. Forth, read your comic books under your table. Next, sleep on your desk. Then, when your teacher want to examine your studying, cheat or see your classmate's answers. Finally, after school, don't do your homework. If you want to drop out of your school, you should do thisprocesses in every class.
How to Get to My House from Taipei Station(By Dennis)
Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Station. My home is in Taipei county, Shulin. You can take buses, trains or ride motorcycles to my home , but I want to introduce to you how to take the MRT to my home. First, find the blue line to Yongning. Second, take the metro to Yongning for twenty minutes, Next, drvire at the Tongning Station and go through the ticket barrier. then, get out at exit 2, and take "the Nan-Shan bus" to the terminal. Finally, find the red iron door on your right side, and it is my home.
How to make a cup of coffee(By Penny)
Drinking a cup of delicious coffee at home is easy, if you follow these simple steps. First of all, go to the supermarket and buy the coffee powder. Second, buy the other things that you need, such as cream powder, sugar, .... and so on. Third, go home and boil the water n a kattle. Next, put the coffee powder into a cup. After that, pour the boiling water in the same cup and stir it. Finally, decide the amount of cream powder and sugar that you need and put them in the cup. Now, you can enjoy the declicious coffee and have a nice day.
How to Get an F in a Class(by Penny)
It's easy to get an F in a class, if you follow the following steps. First of all, always be late for ten minutes in your class. Second, eat your meals and mess your desk in class. Third, talk and laugh with your classmates loudly,or speak loudly on the cell phone. Then read the comic book, and don't focus on your textbook. Next, sleep for a long time and snore loudly. Then look at your watch or the clock for five minutes before ending the class. Next, don't do your homework on time. Finally, cheat on your exams. According to these steps, you will get an F in a class.
How to Get to My House from Taipei Station (By Penny)
There are two ways to get to my house from Taipei Station. First, go down to the underground and get in the entrance of MRT. Second, get on the orange line to Nanshijiao from Taipei Main Station. Then you will pass NTU Hospital, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Guting. Next, get off at Dingxi and get out at exit 2. Then, walk on your right side for about ten minutes. Finally, after you see a junior high school, you can change to your left side. Follow the above steps, andyou can find my sweet house.
Wednesday, 25 July 2007
The Shared Refrigerator
1. My half of our refrigerator is messy and disorganized.
2. On the top shelf sits a box of broken eggs.
3. Limp carrots and rock-hard salami share the second shelf with moldy green bread and slimy lettuce.
4. On the third shelf, leftover pizza lies under a bowl of three-week-old spaghetti.
5. The bottom drawer holds an interesting combination of paper bags of food from McDonald's, Taco Bell, and the Chinese Kitchen.
6. A disgusting puddle covers the bottom.
7. My roommate and I are different, but we get along very well.
2. On the top shelf sits a box of broken eggs.
3. Limp carrots and rock-hard salami share the second shelf with moldy green bread and slimy lettuce.
4. On the third shelf, leftover pizza lies under a bowl of three-week-old spaghetti.
5. The bottom drawer holds an interesting combination of paper bags of food from McDonald's, Taco Bell, and the Chinese Kitchen.
6. A disgusting puddle covers the bottom.
7. My roommate and I are different, but we get along very well.
How to Get to My House from Taipei Station(by Michelle)
Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Station.First,go down to the Taipei Metro Street,and find Exit"North 5",and then walk straight into 1 sec. Chong-ching North Road for about 10 minutes.Then,turn left at Ten-su Road,and walk straight to pass 3 blocks.Finally,you can see the pink building in front of you,and take the elevator to the 8th floor.
How to make a cup of coffee(by Michelle)
When you get up in the morning,when you are tired, or shen you just want to take a break,please make a cup of coffee for yourself.
But how to make a cup of great coffee?First of all,you can boil the water in a kettle.Second,while the water is boiling,please warm the cup.Third,put 2 spoonfuls of coffee powder and 1 spoonful of sugar into the cup.Next,pour 50c.c. of the boiling water and 130c.c. of hot milk into the cup.After that,stir it until the sugar and the coffee powder dissolve.Finally,you can add some cream into the cup,if you want it.
But how to make a cup of great coffee?First of all,you can boil the water in a kettle.Second,while the water is boiling,please warm the cup.Third,put 2 spoonfuls of coffee powder and 1 spoonful of sugar into the cup.Next,pour 50c.c. of the boiling water and 130c.c. of hot milk into the cup.After that,stir it until the sugar and the coffee powder dissolve.Finally,you can add some cream into the cup,if you want it.
Chapter 4 and 5 answers
Chapter Four Answers
1. Why does Natalie go to sleep so quickly?
A: Because it is Daniel who reads her a story.
2. Why does Lydia look hard at Madame Doubtfire and look excited?
A: Because she knows Madame Doubtfire is her father.
3. Why does Miranda think that Madame Doubtfire is strange?
A: Because she has heavy make-up on her face and talks strangely. She is very big and her hair is tied up in a kind of towel.
4. Why does Miranda give Mrs. Doubtfire the job?
A: Because she gets Natalie to sleep quickly and tells Christopher not to be rude.
Chapter Five Answers
Match the phrases together:
1. The children clean their bedrooms so that…
2. Christopher and Lydia know that…
3. Miranda is angry because…
4. Lydia and Miranda say that…
5. Natalie says she likes her father and Madame Doubtfire…
a) …Madame Doubtfire is a little strange.
b) …just the same
c) …Daniel and Madame Doubtfire are the same person.
d) …Daniel wants to take the children out on Saturday afternoon.
e) …Daniel can do the washing and help with the children's homework.
Answers: 1-e / 2-c / 3-d / 4-a / 5-b
1. Why does Natalie go to sleep so quickly?
A: Because it is Daniel who reads her a story.
2. Why does Lydia look hard at Madame Doubtfire and look excited?
A: Because she knows Madame Doubtfire is her father.
3. Why does Miranda think that Madame Doubtfire is strange?
A: Because she has heavy make-up on her face and talks strangely. She is very big and her hair is tied up in a kind of towel.
4. Why does Miranda give Mrs. Doubtfire the job?
A: Because she gets Natalie to sleep quickly and tells Christopher not to be rude.
Chapter Five Answers
Match the phrases together:
1. The children clean their bedrooms so that…
2. Christopher and Lydia know that…
3. Miranda is angry because…
4. Lydia and Miranda say that…
5. Natalie says she likes her father and Madame Doubtfire…
a) …Madame Doubtfire is a little strange.
b) …just the same
c) …Daniel and Madame Doubtfire are the same person.
d) …Daniel wants to take the children out on Saturday afternoon.
e) …Daniel can do the washing and help with the children's homework.
Answers: 1-e / 2-c / 3-d / 4-a / 5-b
Monday, 23 July 2007
Example answers for specific sentences
1.
It has six large bedrooms and four luxurious bathrooms.
It is surrounded by beautiful lawns and gardens.
The floors are polished wood.
It has an indoor swimming pool.
2.
They get a new toy every week.
They never obey their parents.
They are always making noises, even late at night.
They refuse to eat regular meals at regular mealtimes.
They demand special food and get it.
3.
He always drives fast.
He doesn't stop at stop signs.
He drives through yellow lights.
He never signals when he turns.
He changes lanes without looking over his shoulder.
4.
The ashtrays were full, even overflowing.
There were dirty tissues on the floor.
The outside was covered with dust.
The seats were stained.
The door handles were sticky.
5.
Passengers were jammed tightly in the center aisle.
Three or four passengers were crammed into two-person seats.
There was no room to stand anywhere.
People were hanging out the windows.
The bus driver couldn't close the doors.
It has six large bedrooms and four luxurious bathrooms.
It is surrounded by beautiful lawns and gardens.
The floors are polished wood.
It has an indoor swimming pool.
2.
They get a new toy every week.
They never obey their parents.
They are always making noises, even late at night.
They refuse to eat regular meals at regular mealtimes.
They demand special food and get it.
3.
He always drives fast.
He doesn't stop at stop signs.
He drives through yellow lights.
He never signals when he turns.
He changes lanes without looking over his shoulder.
4.
The ashtrays were full, even overflowing.
There were dirty tissues on the floor.
The outside was covered with dust.
The seats were stained.
The door handles were sticky.
5.
Passengers were jammed tightly in the center aisle.
Three or four passengers were crammed into two-person seats.
There was no room to stand anywhere.
People were hanging out the windows.
The bus driver couldn't close the doors.
How to Make a Cup of Coffee by Albee
It is important to know how to make a cup of coffee. First of all, put water in a kettle andboil it. Second, put 1 spoonful of coffee into a mug. Third, pour the hot water into the mug. Next, add milk or creamer to the coffee if you need. Then add such as vanilla extract or cocoa powder. Finally, stir it thoroughly and enjoy your tea time.
How To Make A Cup Of Coffee by Flora
Do you want to have a cup of coffee when you feel tired? Drink a cup of coffee will helps freshen your brain up. First, boil the water in a kettle. Second, pour 3 spoonfuls of coffee powder into a cup. Third, pour 2 or 3 small spoonfuls of sugar into the cup. Next, pour hot water into the cup. Then pour some milk. Finally, use a spoon to stir the coffee and enjoy your coffee.
Thursday, 19 July 2007
Capitalization Practise Answers Page 57
April 23, 199_
Dear Stacie,
I am so happy that you are coming to visit me this summer. I hope that you will be able to stay until July 4. We are planning a big picnic on that day to celebrate America's Independence Day.
You asked for directions to my house from the airport, so here they are. First, pick up your rental car. I recommend Hertz or Avis. They are the biggest care rental companies here. Next, drive out of the airport and turn north on U. S. Highway 101. Go about one mile and take the first exit. Follow the signs to State Highway 1, which soon becomes Nineteenth Avenue. You will pass San Francisco State University, Shriner's Hospital, and a large shopping center. Continue on Nineteenth Avenue through Golden Gate Park. Then you will come to a bridge. This is the famous Golden Gate Bridge. Drive across it and continue north for about ten miles. You will pass the towns of Sausalito, Mill Valley and Larkspur. In Larkspur, take the Sir Francis Drake Boulevard exit from the freeway. Drive west for three blocks, and then turn left. Pacific National Bank is on the corner where you turn, and across the street is a Shell gas station, a Safeway grocery store, and another bank. You will be on Elm Avenue. Finally, go one block on Elm and then turn right. My apartment is in the Marina Towers. The address is 155 Hillside Drive.
I look forward to seeing you. Be sure to bring warm clothes because it is cold in June and July in Northern California. In fact, sometimes it is colder in the summer than it is in the fall.
Dear Stacie,
I am so happy that you are coming to visit me this summer. I hope that you will be able to stay until July 4. We are planning a big picnic on that day to celebrate America's Independence Day.
You asked for directions to my house from the airport, so here they are. First, pick up your rental car. I recommend Hertz or Avis. They are the biggest care rental companies here. Next, drive out of the airport and turn north on U. S. Highway 101. Go about one mile and take the first exit. Follow the signs to State Highway 1, which soon becomes Nineteenth Avenue. You will pass San Francisco State University, Shriner's Hospital, and a large shopping center. Continue on Nineteenth Avenue through Golden Gate Park. Then you will come to a bridge. This is the famous Golden Gate Bridge. Drive across it and continue north for about ten miles. You will pass the towns of Sausalito, Mill Valley and Larkspur. In Larkspur, take the Sir Francis Drake Boulevard exit from the freeway. Drive west for three blocks, and then turn left. Pacific National Bank is on the corner where you turn, and across the street is a Shell gas station, a Safeway grocery store, and another bank. You will be on Elm Avenue. Finally, go one block on Elm and then turn right. My apartment is in the Marina Towers. The address is 155 Hillside Drive.
I look forward to seeing you. Be sure to bring warm clothes because it is cold in June and July in Northern California. In fact, sometimes it is colder in the summer than it is in the fall.
Madame Doubtfire Chapter 2 answers
Madame Doubtfire
Chapter 2 Answers
1. Answer these questions.
a) What kind of work does Daniel do?
A: He is an actor but these days he is always out of work.
b) What is his new job?
A: He models for an art school with no clothes on.
c) How does Miranda feel about it?
A: She feels very angry and shocked. But she also thinks it is funny.
d) How much will Miranda pay her cleaning woman?
A: Three pounds an hour.
e) What other things will the cleaning woman do for Miranda?
A: Look after the children when they get back from school.
f) Why does Miranda need a cleaning woman?
A: Because she has to travel a lot for her job. Also, Miranda doesn't get home until half past six.
g) Why doesn't Miranda want to leave the children with Daniel?
A: She says he gives her too many problems.
2. a) Describe Daniel.
A: He is very funny. He gets very angry with Miranda and shows his anger to his children. He loves his children. It is difficult for him to make money from acting. Perhaps he daydreams a lot.
b) Do you like him? Say why/why not?
A: Different answers available.
c) Why do you think it could be a problem to be married to him?
A: Different answers available.
Chapter 2 Answers
1. Answer these questions.
a) What kind of work does Daniel do?
A: He is an actor but these days he is always out of work.
b) What is his new job?
A: He models for an art school with no clothes on.
c) How does Miranda feel about it?
A: She feels very angry and shocked. But she also thinks it is funny.
d) How much will Miranda pay her cleaning woman?
A: Three pounds an hour.
e) What other things will the cleaning woman do for Miranda?
A: Look after the children when they get back from school.
f) Why does Miranda need a cleaning woman?
A: Because she has to travel a lot for her job. Also, Miranda doesn't get home until half past six.
g) Why doesn't Miranda want to leave the children with Daniel?
A: She says he gives her too many problems.
2. a) Describe Daniel.
A: He is very funny. He gets very angry with Miranda and shows his anger to his children. He loves his children. It is difficult for him to make money from acting. Perhaps he daydreams a lot.
b) Do you like him? Say why/why not?
A: Different answers available.
c) Why do you think it could be a problem to be married to him?
A: Different answers available.
My Father by Kevin
My father is 48 years old, but he does not look his age. However, if you see his tummy that sticks out, you will then think he is 48 years old. My father likes to play badminton. He usually plays in the morning, but sometimes he plays at night. He also likes to cook. He always has strange new ideas when he is cooking. The whole family likes to eat his dinner.
How To Make A Cup Of Coffee by Lewis
It's easy to make a cup of coffee by five steps. First, put water in a kettle and boil it. Second, take the instant coffee and put it in a mug. After that, add milk, creamer and sugar. Finally, if the coffee isn't delicious enough, add some flavorings into the mug.
Wednesday, 18 July 2007
Madame Doubtfire Chapter 1 activity (answers)
Chapter 1 answers
1a) Wrong. He is the father of Lydia, Christopher and Natalie.
b) Right.
c) Wrong. Daniel doesn't like Miranda at all.
d) Wrong. Miranda doesn't want Daniel to see the children.
e) Right.
f) Wrong. Miranda says she will keep the children on Friday night.
2. When Daniel is rude about Miranda, Natalie looks sad and hides her face. Lydia then says,'Why don't you try a bit harder? You don't make it any easier for her, you know.'Later, Lydia says, 'It isn't easy for her, you know, being a single parent.'When Daniel pretends to cut the teapot's throat Natalie nearly starts crying again. After Daniel reads Miranda's letter, and becomes angry, the children cry, 'Dad, please!'Lydia says, 'Really, Dad! What are you thinking of?'
1a) Wrong. He is the father of Lydia, Christopher and Natalie.
b) Right.
c) Wrong. Daniel doesn't like Miranda at all.
d) Wrong. Miranda doesn't want Daniel to see the children.
e) Right.
f) Wrong. Miranda says she will keep the children on Friday night.
2. When Daniel is rude about Miranda, Natalie looks sad and hides her face. Lydia then says,'Why don't you try a bit harder? You don't make it any easier for her, you know.'Later, Lydia says, 'It isn't easy for her, you know, being a single parent.'When Daniel pretends to cut the teapot's throat Natalie nearly starts crying again. After Daniel reads Miranda's letter, and becomes angry, the children cry, 'Dad, please!'Lydia says, 'Really, Dad! What are you thinking of?'
My Little Brother by Lewis
I have a little brother. He has a baby face and likes to smile, so that everyone likes him. He isn't tall. Sometimes, people say we look like each other.
His hobby is playing computer games. I always see him sitting in front of the TV. We went to the same school from elementary school, and had the same childhood memory.
Now, he has a girlfriend and we talk less to each other. Sometimes, I hope we are still in our childhood days.
His hobby is playing computer games. I always see him sitting in front of the TV. We went to the same school from elementary school, and had the same childhood memory.
Now, he has a girlfriend and we talk less to each other. Sometimes, I hope we are still in our childhood days.
Introducing Myself by Lewis
My name is Lewis. In 1982, I was born in Taipei city. I still live in Taipei now.
I can speak Chinese and a little English. I like to listen to music in my free time. My hobbies are surfing on the Internet, going to the library, doing some sports and see movies.
I plan to travel to other countries by myself. First, I will improve my English. Second, I will read more books and learn how to do everything by myself. I hope my plan will become true soon.
I can speak Chinese and a little English. I like to listen to music in my free time. My hobbies are surfing on the Internet, going to the library, doing some sports and see movies.
I plan to travel to other countries by myself. First, I will improve my English. Second, I will read more books and learn how to do everything by myself. I hope my plan will become true soon.
Introducing Myself by Kevin
Hello, my name is Kevin Ko. I have been living in Taipei city since I was born. My birthday is January 7th, 1986. I am 21 years old. Now, I am a college student. My major is Business Administration, but my favorite subject is physical education. My hobbies are playing badminton, eating delicious food and watching movies. And I like to read comics before sleep.
My Godfather by Livia
My godfather is a kind person. I met him when I was a baby. He likes children very much. He never get mad even when I cry a lot, or making all kinds of noices. He sometimes takes me to eat noodles. He always buys some eggs and peel off the egg sell. Then he eats all of the yolk, and leaves the egg white for me. He said that yolk is bad for children, it will made me choke. He has one daughter and two sons, they are all marrid. The oldest son has a daughter, the second son has a daughter, too. His daughter is the youngest of the family, she will give birth to a child at the end of December. She said that she wants a baby girl, but we still don't know the sex of the baby. My godfather is very happy that he has many grandchildren. He loves them just like he always loves me.
My young sister (By Penny)
My sister is two years younger than I. She is very cute girl in my mind, because she has a pair of big eyes, a big head and a small body. Her favorite subject is Math. In her free time, she always figures various kinds of Math questions. How special she is! Her hobbies are eating delicious food and sleeping allday. My sister and I have the same voice, but we have different kinds of personality. In fact, she is like my older sister, because she always takes care of my life. We have a good relationship.
My Parents ( by Irene)
My parents have seven children, so I have a big family. All my siblings and I are married, fortunately, we all live nearby my parents' house,therefore, we can take care of them. Though my parents are both near eighty years old, but they like to do everything such as the laundary, cooking, cleaning and shopping by themselves. So their bodies are still in good condition and I hope they can keep healthy forever. Of course, they have retired for a long time. Everyday, they get up at the crack of dawn, and then they go to the park together. My monther goes there for exercising, but my father goes there for singing songs with his friends. Their personal characters are very different. My mom is shy and traditional. Watching over her children and husband are her whole life. My father is a passionate man and has a lot of friends. Sometimes I wondered why they can accompany with each other so well.
My Mother (by Vivian)
My mother's name is Peny.She is interested in cooking and always cooks delicious food.Sometimes she gives the food she cooks to neighbors and relatives.My mother is a kind person who always care about my father,my brother,and me.Her occupation isan accountant and she works in an elementary school. Recently,my mother wants to exercise regularly in order to keep fit.
Introducing Myself (by Vivian)
My name is Vivian.I was born in Taipei.There are four people in my family.Because I 'm a optimistic person,I have a positive attitude to face challenges.In my free time,I like reading and exercising.I usually play table tennis once or twice a week.In the future,I want to be a top salesperson in an insureance company,so I have to practice communication skills.
Examples for making compound sentences
1. A good husband comes home from work in a cheerful mood, and…
- he always helps his wife prepare dinner.
- he always does the housework.
- he always helps his wife in the kitchen.
2. A good wife has a part-time job, but…
- she doesn't work at night or on weekends.
- she doesn't work too much.
- she doesn't forget to take care of her children.
- she doesn't forget to cook.
3. An ideal teacher gives take-home tests, or…
- he/she doesn't give any tests at all.
- she gives appropriate homework.
- she gives you homework.
- she gives advice about students' lives.
4. Good parents want to raise healthy children, so…
- they don't let them eat too much candy.
- they spend lots of time and money on their children.
- they sport with children on weekends.
- they always give their babies a lot of care and attention.
5. A good employee…
- arrives at work on time, and he/she never goes home early.
- can do more things, and he will get a promotion easily.
- needs responsibility, and he has to understand about the company as soon as he can.
- can do his work on time, and he can do more things than others.
6. A good student…
- reviews his/her notes everyday, so he/she doesn't have to cram for tests.
- studies hard, or he behaves well.
- does his homework on time, and he reviews all subject.
- always hands in homework on time, and she studies hard for good grades.
7. An ideal roommate…
- plays music at low volume, or he/she wears earphones.
8. A best friend…
- gives advice, but he/she never tells you what to do.
- he always helps his wife prepare dinner.
- he always does the housework.
- he always helps his wife in the kitchen.
2. A good wife has a part-time job, but…
- she doesn't work at night or on weekends.
- she doesn't work too much.
- she doesn't forget to take care of her children.
- she doesn't forget to cook.
3. An ideal teacher gives take-home tests, or…
- he/she doesn't give any tests at all.
- she gives appropriate homework.
- she gives you homework.
- she gives advice about students' lives.
4. Good parents want to raise healthy children, so…
- they don't let them eat too much candy.
- they spend lots of time and money on their children.
- they sport with children on weekends.
- they always give their babies a lot of care and attention.
5. A good employee…
- arrives at work on time, and he/she never goes home early.
- can do more things, and he will get a promotion easily.
- needs responsibility, and he has to understand about the company as soon as he can.
- can do his work on time, and he can do more things than others.
6. A good student…
- reviews his/her notes everyday, so he/she doesn't have to cram for tests.
- studies hard, or he behaves well.
- does his homework on time, and he reviews all subject.
- always hands in homework on time, and she studies hard for good grades.
7. An ideal roommate…
- plays music at low volume, or he/she wears earphones.
8. A best friend…
- gives advice, but he/she never tells you what to do.
Tuesday, 17 July 2007
Before writing 'How to Make an Apple Pie'
Dear All:
Before writing your paragraph 'How to Make an Apple Pie', let me remind you about the use of time-transition signals for this exercise. There are 16 sentences altogether for this task, but you do NOT need 16 different conjunctions. You can combine some sentences together without using any conjunctions.
Before writing your paragraph 'How to Make an Apple Pie', let me remind you about the use of time-transition signals for this exercise. There are 16 sentences altogether for this task, but you do NOT need 16 different conjunctions. You can combine some sentences together without using any conjunctions.
How to Make an Apple Pie sentences
How to Make an Apple Pie
1. Here's how to make a delicious apple pie for your family.
2. Peel 6 apples and cut them into slices.
3. Don't make the slices too think or too thick.
4. Don't use apples that are sweet or soft.
5. Mix the apples with 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of spice.
6. You can use cinnamon or nutmeg as a spice.
7. Sift 2 cups of flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt into a large bowl.
8. Add 2/3 cup of shortening into the flour with two knives.
9. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of ice-cold water over the dough, and mix it in with a fork.
10. Shape half of the dough into a ball, and flatten it.
11. Roll out the flattened ball into a circle, but don't roll it out too thinly.
12. Lay the rolled-out crust into a pie pan carefully.
13. Put the apples into the pie pan, and dot them with 2 tablespoons of butter.
14. Roll out the other half of the dough into a circle, and put it on top of the pie.
15. Bake the pie at 450° for 10 minutes, and then at 350° for 30 to 40 minutes longer.
16. Bake it until the top crust is brown, but don't let it get too brown.
1. Here's how to make a delicious apple pie for your family.
2. Peel 6 apples and cut them into slices.
3. Don't make the slices too think or too thick.
4. Don't use apples that are sweet or soft.
5. Mix the apples with 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of spice.
6. You can use cinnamon or nutmeg as a spice.
7. Sift 2 cups of flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt into a large bowl.
8. Add 2/3 cup of shortening into the flour with two knives.
9. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of ice-cold water over the dough, and mix it in with a fork.
10. Shape half of the dough into a ball, and flatten it.
11. Roll out the flattened ball into a circle, but don't roll it out too thinly.
12. Lay the rolled-out crust into a pie pan carefully.
13. Put the apples into the pie pan, and dot them with 2 tablespoons of butter.
14. Roll out the other half of the dough into a circle, and put it on top of the pie.
15. Bake the pie at 450° for 10 minutes, and then at 350° for 30 to 40 minutes longer.
16. Bake it until the top crust is brown, but don't let it get too brown.
Introducing Myself by Penny
I t is an honor for me to meet you . My name is Penny-Tang. I come from Taichung. Last summer, Imoved to Taipei, because Iwanted to get a degree. My major is Marketing and Customer Relationship Management. Iam interested in the subject of Marketing Art. It helps me developing a passionate interest in art. My hobbies are window shopping and watching movies. In my free time, I often read fashion magazines and watch TV programs. Iam happy to meet you , and I think we can get on well with each other. That's all.
How to drive Katie crazy by (Flore Lewis Dennis Penny)
It's easy to drive Katie crazy if you follow these simple directions. First of all always come to class at least five minutes late. Second, make a lot of noise when you enter the classroom. Third, yawn and look at your watch as often as possible durind class. Finally, at least five minutes before the end of class, slam your books shut and stare at the door.
Introducing Myself by Livia
My name is Livia Wu, I was born in Counghao. My family moved to Hsingtain when I was nine years old. Now I live in Muxza with my mother and younger brother. My father lives in Chingmai alone. I like painting, especailly traditional Chinese painting. I met a very good teacher to learn skills and to see things that you darw. I like swimming, I used to go to the swimming pool with my godfather. We set the goal and keep swimming till we reached the goal. These day, I pay badminton with my boyfriend and his family . They all work hard on it. My boyfriend tought me the skills about badminton.We usually practice for 1~4 hours a day. It gets tired, but we all enjoy it. I have a sweet tooth, I think. I like ice cream, cookies, cakes, and many kinds of Chinese dessert. They are wonderful things in my life!
Introducing Myself by dennis
Today, I want to introduce myself to my classmates. I am twenty-three years old and I was born in Tainan. Now I live in Taipei, and I am a graduate student. My favorite school subjects are Statistic and English. My hobbies are reading and listenting to music. I am glad to meet every classmate, and I guess we will enjoy Katie's English calss. Thank you.Have a nice day.
My Younger Brother (by Amber)
My younger brother is 13 years old. He will go to senior high school in September. He likes to play computer games and table tennis. He always uses the computer all day long. My mother is worried about him. She thinks mat he has to take exercises, because my younger brother always sits down at the computer. I try to talk to him about how to change his life, but he says that it’s modern people’s life, and he doesn’t think he is wrong. Maybe when he feels uncomfortable, then he will know that health is more important than computers.
Introducing Myself (by Amber)
My name is Amber, Lo. I was born in 1980. I always speak Chinese, but now I want to learn more English. My brothers and I sometimes play table tennis. I watch TV and cook in my free time. My parents always encourage me to read more books, and to do the right things. I hope I can speak English well and enjoy my life.
My Father (by Ray)
My father is good at cooking. He takes turns with my mom to make dinner every-day. He is a responsible son. He treats my grandmother very well. He always takes me to visit my grandmother every Sunday. He is very tall, but his tummy sticks out just like my grandfather and my uncles. He teaches me a lot of things. He hopes that I can be a successful person and a responsibile son like him. He likes watching TV programs. For example, news, basketball games, baseball games, and soccer games. He is a very good Father to me. I wish that he could stay healthy forever. ：）
Introuducing Myself (by Ray)
My name is Ry Chen. I was born in Taipei in 1988. I am a Taiwanese. I speak Taiwanese. I go to my driving lessons before coming to my class in LTTC every morning. My favorite school subject is physical education. I studied English and French in Yung Chung senior high school. My hobby is exercising. I play basketball and go swimming in my free time. I hope to improve my English ability this summer vacation.
My Mom by Albee
My mom is a very kind person, so our neighbors like her. She is famous in our community. She is 45 years old, but her spirit is very young. She likes to learn new things. My friends always say that my mom is a fashionable person. Now, she has her own nail art store. Although she is busy everyday, she still cooks dinner for us. I am so happy and lucky to have a nice mom. I love her because she is the gem in my mind!
Introducing Myself by Albee
My name is Albee Lee, and I am 22 years old now. I study and live in Taipei. Now I am a student of Tam-Kang University, and my major is Information Communication. I love to design something new and communicate with people, so I enjoy my school life very much. My hobbies are listening to music and playing TV games. I don't like outdoor activities in summer because I am worried about my skin. In my free time, I enjoy surfing on the Internet and designing pictures. Eventually, I hope I can do well in my study in LTTC.
How To Check The Oil( by Michelle;Albee;vivian;Amber)
Every driver should know how to check the oil in his or her car.First of all, lift up the hood and lock it open.Second,pull out the dipstick,and wipe it clean. Third,push the clean dipstick all the way into its holder.Next,pull it out again,and check the oil mark.After that, add oil if the oil mark is below the"fill"line.Finally,replace the dipstick,and close the hood.
My Aunt(by Michelle)
I remember my aunt. She is my mother's younger sister. I like to go to her home with my mother every weekend,because she has many dogs and birds in her yard. There are many comic books and new toys in her house. My cousin and I always make ther room messy ,but she was never mad.She always takes care of us,joining our activities and playing with us together.I have many unforgettable memories with her,and I really miss her.
Introducing Myself(by Michelle)
My name is Michelle.I was born in Taipei.When I was a senior high school student. I moved to Japan with my family.At that time, I couldn't speak any Japanese,but I studied very hard everyday and made many Japanese friends to improve my Japanese.Then,I passed my universityentrance exam,and studied Edcation at Yokohama National University.After graduating, I made my mother's dream;I became an elementary teacher. It wasn't easy to teach children for me,because I amn't a patient person. After that,I had many kinds of job experiences.I quit my last job,and moved back to Taipei last month. I think I am an extrovert and optimistic person. I always go swimming, dancing and exercise in my free time.
Introducing Myself by Irene
My name is Irene Liu. I live in Taipei county, and I was born here, too. I can speak Chinese, Taiwanese, and a little English. When I was an university student, I was majored in History. I quit my job several months ago for studying English. I am married and live with my husband. We don't have any children,but we hope to have a baby. In our free time, we always take a walk in the park or read books in our house. Sometimes, we go to see a movie or go hiking together. We travel abroad once a year. My husband and I do enjoy the life we have now.
How to Drive Your Teacher Crazy by Stina, Claudia, and Jiang
It's easy to drive your teacher crazy if you follow these simple directions. First, always come to
class at least five minutes late. Second, make a lot of noise when you enter the classroom. Next,
yawn and look at your watch as often as possible during the class. Finally, at least five minutes
before the end of class, slam your books shut and stare at the door.
class at least five minutes late. Second, make a lot of noise when you enter the classroom. Next,
yawn and look at your watch as often as possible during the class. Finally, at least five minutes
before the end of class, slam your books shut and stare at the door.
My older sister(by Jiang)
My older sister is twenty-six years old. She is a little bit fat and sometimes shewears glasses. she loves comics,novels,and little cute things,like fluffy animals,cats,and dogs. Both my sister and I love comic books. We used to spend a lot of time on reading comics,and we also loved movies and cartoons. We have seen many movies and cartoons. My sister really wants to play video game called "Super Mario",but she never get the chance to play it.
Monday, 16 July 2007
How to Cure Hiccoughs pg 48 practise
How to Cure Hiccoughs
My father has an interesting method of stopping hiccoughs. (simple, SV)
First, he takes a glass and fills it with water. (simple, SVV)
The water can be warm or cold. (simple, SV)
Next, he takes the glass in one hand and pinches his nose with the other hand. (simple, SVV)
Then he bends forward at his waist and drinks the water in very small sips from the opposite side of the glass. (simple, SVV)
This is a little difficult to do but it usually works. (compound, SVSV)
My father has an interesting method of stopping hiccoughs. (simple, SV)
First, he takes a glass and fills it with water. (simple, SVV)
The water can be warm or cold. (simple, SV)
Next, he takes the glass in one hand and pinches his nose with the other hand. (simple, SVV)
Then he bends forward at his waist and drinks the water in very small sips from the opposite side of the glass. (simple, SVV)
This is a little difficult to do but it usually works. (compound, SVSV)
My Mother by Stina
There are three people in my family. The closest one to me is my mother. My mom looks like a doll. She has a head of curly hair and a pair of big, sparkling eyes. She used to work in a big company, but she is a housewife now. She quit the job when I was in the fourth grade in elementary school. The only reason was for taking care of me. She is not only a mother but also an intimate friend to me. She tells me a lot of things I should notice, and chat with me every night. We even go to cinema toghther sometimes. I love my mother very much.
Introducing Myself by Stina
My name is Stina You. I was born in Los Angeles, but I grew up in Taipei. I love music. I usually listen to music in my free time. My hobbies are playing tennis and swimming. I am studying in ME departmwnt at YZU. All the subjects in the ME department are mathematics and physic-related. My plan for the future is to become a green-energy engineering. The global warming is getting more and more serious. We have to save our earth.
Sunday, 15 July 2007
My Classmate by Lewis
My classmate is Ken-Lin, he is twenty-four years old. His home is in Taichung. There are six people in his family.Ken is still a student now. He likes to surf in the weekends. His hobbies are watching movies and going to the bookstore.
Friday, 13 July 2007
"My Classmate" postings
Please post your paragraph "My Classmate" in order to receive a mark. This will count towards your grades for this course. So far I have read the writings by these people: Kevin, Livia, Dennis, Jiang, Ray, Penny, Michelle, Vivian, Albee, Irene, Stina, Flora, Amber, and George. Those of you who have not yet posted please do so as soon as possible! See you next week and have a great weekend!
Thursday, 12 July 2007
My Classmate by Kevin
Her name is Livia Wu. She is one of my classmates who sits beside me. She has a small family, and there are three people in her family. She lives with her mother and younger brother. Her hobbies are painting, watching movie and playing badminton. I am happy to have her as my classmate. I think we will become good friends.
My Classmate by Livia
My classmate's name is Kevin Ko. He was born in Taipei. He grew up in
Songshan, Taipei. He lives with his father, mother, older sister, and
grandmother. His hobbies are playing badminton and watching movies.
He likes to play badminton very much. He practices it a lot, and plays
very well. He has a badminton contest in NCCU this weekend. His favorite
food is sushi. He is in the third grade of university, majoring in
Business Administration. I am happy to have Kevin as my classmate.
I think we will become good friend.
Songshan, Taipei. He lives with his father, mother, older sister, and
grandmother. His hobbies are playing badminton and watching movies.
He likes to play badminton very much. He practices it a lot, and plays
very well. He has a badminton contest in NCCU this weekend. His favorite
food is sushi. He is in the third grade of university, majoring in
Business Administration. I am happy to have Kevin as my classmate.
I think we will become good friend.
My classmate by Dennis
Today I want to study English in the language center. I met a new classmate, Jang. He came from Taipei county. He is twenty-three years old, but he still likes to read comic book. He is not married and has a great ambition. He plans to become a pharmacist, but now he must pass language tests. Because he wants to study abroad. I helped he can realize his dream. I thought we will become good friends and study well together.
My Classmate(By Jiang)
My classmate's name is Dennis. He is twenty-three years old. He lives in Taipei city,and there are four people in his family. He has no religion. He has never been to the United States. He has been studing English for a long time,and he needs to understand the paper which is written in English. He needs to finish his MBA studies by learning English. I am happy to have Dennis as my classmate. I think we will become good friend.
My Classmate (by Ray)
My classmate's name is Michelle. She lives in Taipei. She moved to Taiwan from Japan afew months ago. Her favorite food is sushi. Her hobbies are go swimming and Latin dance. She learns Latin dance for interests, What a special interest! There are five people in her family. She goes to LTTC to study English for gonig abroad. It's happy to meet her.
My classmate by Penny
My classmate's name is Amber. She comes from Hsinchu. There are six people in her family. Now, she lives in Taipei alone. Her hobbies are watching TV Programs and cooking. She likes to acquire new and special things by watching TV programs. She enjoys cooking. On weekends, cooking is her favorite thing. She just graduated from college this summer, but she still wants to be a student. In this English course , She wishes to enhance her language skills and competencies. It is an honor for me to meet her , and I think we can get well along with each other.
My Classmate(by Michelle)
My classmate's name is Ray Chen.He is a senior high school student,his major is information management.He likes to go swimming and play basketball in his free time.His favorite food is humburger. I hope we can improved our English in this class.
A question for compound sentence
Hi Katie, I'm George. I got confused about compound sentences. What are the differents between simple sentences and compound sentences?
I searched from internet and got a web which explains that compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses (or simple sentences) joined by coordinating conjunctions like "and", "but", and "or." If the statement is true, is the example sentence,"Tom and Mary went to the store", given in the class a compound sentence? I think that "Tom and Mary went to the store" is a simple sentence, not a compound sentence. Because the conjunction, "and", is connect Tom and Mary. However, Tom or Mary is not a independent clauses or a simple sentence.
Could you please tell me why "Tom and Mary went to the store" is a compound sentence ? Thank you.
I searched from internet and got a web which explains that compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses (or simple sentences) joined by coordinating conjunctions like "and", "but", and "or." If the statement is true, is the example sentence,"Tom and Mary went to the store", given in the class a compound sentence? I think that "Tom and Mary went to the store" is a simple sentence, not a compound sentence. Because the conjunction, "and", is connect Tom and Mary. However, Tom or Mary is not a independent clauses or a simple sentence.
Could you please tell me why "Tom and Mary went to the store" is a compound sentence ? Thank you.
My classmate (by Vivian)
My classmate's name is Albee. There are four people in her family. It was great shock to me that her younger brother is only seven years old.Her father is a salesman and her mother is the owner of the company.She and I are juniors in TamKang University,but I did't know her before joining this class.One of her classmates at school used to be my old classmate when I was at high school. I'm happy to make friends with her.The first day at LTTC-LI is great,because of her and the teachers here.
My classmate by Albee
My classmate's name is Vivian. She lives in JungHe. Her family is comprised of 4 members. Except for her parents, she also has an older brother. She loves table tennis and enjoys playing it with friends on the school team. Moreover, we study in the same university. What a coincidence! I am happy to have Vivian as my classmate. I think we will become good friend.
My Classmate by Irene
My classmate's name is Stina. She was born in Los Angeles. She lives in Taipei city with her parents. She is an university student first grade. Her hobbies are swimming, jogging and playing tennis. Her reason for studying English is to study abroad after finishing university courses. I hope her dream will come true. I'm happy to have Stina as my classmate.I think we will become good friends.
My Classmate by Stina
My classmate's name is Irene Liu. She comes from Yong-he, a place in Taipei county. There are two people in her family, her husband and she. She quit her job after she got married and started to study English. Her hobby is hiking. She usually go camping with her husband. I am really happy to meet her in this class. I think she is an amiable person who is easy to get along with.
Wednesday, 11 July 2007
Page 23 Practise (Answers)
Who Am I?
I am a famous figure. I have white hair and a long white beard. I always wear a red suit. Adults and children like me. Every year I take a long trip on a special night. I travel in a magic sleigh. The sleigh doesn't have wings or an engine. It is pulled through the night sky by eight reindeer. I fly all over the world an visit houses where children live. I know if the children have been good or bad during the year. I bring candy and toys to the good children and pieces of coal to the bad children. I am Santa Claus.
I am a famous figure. I have white hair and a long white beard. I always wear a red suit. Adults and children like me. Every year I take a long trip on a special night. I travel in a magic sleigh. The sleigh doesn't have wings or an engine. It is pulled through the night sky by eight reindeer. I fly all over the world an visit houses where children live. I know if the children have been good or bad during the year. I bring candy and toys to the good children and pieces of coal to the bad children. I am Santa Claus.
Page 21 Practise (Answers)
1. I can speak English and understand English.
2. I can’t speak Tagalog or Vietnamese.
3. Blue and yellow are my favorite colors.
4. Would you like soup or salad?
5. You can have rice or potatoes with your meal.
6. Helen Keller, a famous American woman, was blind and deaf.
7. She could not see or hear.
2. I can’t speak Tagalog or Vietnamese.
3. Blue and yellow are my favorite colors.
4. Would you like soup or salad?
5. You can have rice or potatoes with your meal.
6. Helen Keller, a famous American woman, was blind and deaf.
7. She could not see or hear.
Mickey Mouse Exercise on page 12
My name is Mickey Mouse. I live in a place called Disneyland. My father's name is Walt Disney. He was a famous cartoonist. A cartoonist is a person who draws cartoon characters like me. I was born about seventy years ago in a movie studio in Hollywood, California. I first appeared in a cartoon in 1928. The name of the cartoon was "Steamboat Willie." At first I appeared in cartoons with Minnie Mouse. Soon my friends Donald Duck and Goofy joined me. In addition to starring in cartoons, I also work at Disneyland. There I stand around and smile a lot. I also pose for pictures with visitors. I enjoy my job a lot because I make children all over the world happy.
Utilize this blog more
Dear All:
Thank you for those of you who have wrote some comments about the blog for me, please make use of this site more to improve your English. Later on in the course, I will ask you to post some of your writings on this site, so that you can share ideas among yourselves. See you in class!
Thank you for those of you who have wrote some comments about the blog for me, please make use of this site more to improve your English. Later on in the course, I will ask you to post some of your writings on this site, so that you can share ideas among yourselves. See you in class!
Monday, 9 July 2007
Capitalization Practise Answers
My name is Nelson Mandela, and I have had an unusual life. I have been both a prisoner and a president in my country. I was born in 1918 in the small village of Qunu in the Transkei, which is a large territory (like a state) in South Africa. My father, Henry Mandela, was chief of our tribe, the Tembus. As a child, I took care of the family's cattle and goats and fished in the Bashee River near our village. I decided to become a lawyer because this seemed to be the best way to help my people. After I became a laywer, I became the leader of a group of young Africans who wanted to change the system of discrimination in our country. Because of my political activities, I was arrested and sent to prison. I spent twenty-seven years in prison. I spent most of those years on Roggen Island, a cold, windy island in the Atlantic Ocean. The world didn't forget about me while I was in prison, however. I received important visitors, awards, and university degrees from all over the world. I also learned Afrikaans, which the language of white South Africans. Of course I also speak English and Xhosa, which is the Tembu language. At last, I was set free in 1990, and I became the president of South Africa in 1994. Now I will try to bring peace, democracy, and prosperity to all of my country's people.
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