Choose the best way to complete these quotations.
1. When you don't _____ an education, you've got to use your brains. Unknown
make take got have give
2. When in Rome, _____ as Rome does. AMBROSE BIERCE 1842-1914, American Authordid do make take took
3. What a grand thing it is to be clever and _____ common sense. Terence BC 185-15
do give have make take
4. We don't make mistakes, we only _____ happy accidents. Unknown
get go have take give
5. We all _____ ability. The difference is how we use it. STEVIE WONDER
make have do grant take
6. There's never enough time to do it right, but there's always enough time to _____ it over.
do make take have give
7. The trick is to _____ sure you don't die waiting for prosperity to come. LEE IACOCCA
do give have make take
8. People who never _____ any time on their hands are those who do the least. Georg C.
do get give have make
9. Never miss a chance to _____ sex or appear on television. GORE VIDAL
give take have do make
10. If you _____ money your god, it will plague you like the devil. HENRY FIELDING
make have give take get
11. If you stand up to be counted, someone will _____ your seat. Unknown
do give got make take
12. If I spit, they will _____ my spit and frame it as great art. PABLO PICASSO
make do give have
13. I've never been an intellectual but I _____ this look. WOODY ALLEN,
take make have give get
14. I _____ a fine sense of the ridiculous, but no sense of humour. EDWARD ALBEE,
work take make have go
15. I am about to _____ my last voyage, a great leap in the dark. THOMAS HOBBES
took take give do made
16. How many fools does it _____ to make up a public? SEBASTIEN-ROCH NICOLAS
do go have make take
17. Advertising is the most fun you can _____ with your clothes on. JERRY DELLA FEMINA, do give have make take
18. A woman past forty should _____ up her mind to be young; not her face. BILLIE BURKE
take make have give do
19. A person will be just about as happy as they _____ up their minds to be. ABRAHAM
do give have make take
20. A liberal man is too broad-minded to _____ his own side in a quarrel. ROBERT FROST make give get take have
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Fill in the missing parts
1.
_____________ you type very fast?
2.
__________ you got a motorbike?
3.
____________ there any money in this purse?
4.
______________ it easy to learn a foreign language?
5.
_____________ is more dangerous, motor racing or sky diving?
6.
Which cartoon ____________ you like when you were a child?
7.
Where _____________ Shakespeare born?
8.
What ___________ you doing when I phoned you this morning?
9.
What ____________ the weather like yesterday?
10.
What ______________ of books are you interested in?
11.
What do you like ______________ in your free time?
12.
How _____________ is your home from work?
13.
How ____________ does he earn a month?
14.
How many brothers and sisters does she _____________ ?
15.
How long _______________ it take to boil an egg?
16.
How long have you _______________ living in this country?
17.
Have you ______________ seen a ghost?
18.
' ____________ sent you these lovely flowers?' 'Peter.'
19.
'_____________ jeans are these?''I don't know. They are not mine.
20.
'What ____________ your father do?' 'He is a doctor.'
_____________ you type very fast?
2.
__________ you got a motorbike?
3.
____________ there any money in this purse?
4.
______________ it easy to learn a foreign language?
5.
_____________ is more dangerous, motor racing or sky diving?
6.
Which cartoon ____________ you like when you were a child?
7.
Where _____________ Shakespeare born?
8.
What ___________ you doing when I phoned you this morning?
9.
What ____________ the weather like yesterday?
10.
What ______________ of books are you interested in?
11.
What do you like ______________ in your free time?
12.
How _____________ is your home from work?
13.
How ____________ does he earn a month?
14.
How many brothers and sisters does she _____________ ?
15.
How long _______________ it take to boil an egg?
16.
How long have you _______________ living in this country?
17.
Have you ______________ seen a ghost?
18.
' ____________ sent you these lovely flowers?' 'Peter.'
19.
'_____________ jeans are these?''I don't know. They are not mine.
20.
'What ____________ your father do?' 'He is a doctor.'
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Write the text in American English
Choose the correct word.
A trip to LondonLast week I drove to London by car. As there was an accident on the M25 I had to take a detour/diversion . I stopped in front of a theater/theatre to ask for directions. A young man told me to turn right at the crossroads/intersection and ask again at the gas station/petrol station . There a friendly sales clerk/shop assistant told me to take the second exit of the roundabout /traffic circle . After I had passed a pedestrian crossing/ zebra crossing I saw a bookshop/bookstore and a large car park /parking lot . I parked my car there and walked to the center/centre of London.
A trip to LondonLast week I drove to London by car. As there was an accident on the M25 I had to take a detour/diversion . I stopped in front of a theater/theatre to ask for directions. A young man told me to turn right at the crossroads/intersection and ask again at the gas station/petrol station . There a friendly sales clerk/shop assistant told me to take the second exit of the roundabout /traffic circle . After I had passed a pedestrian crossing/ zebra crossing I saw a bookshop/bookstore and a large car park /parking lot . I parked my car there and walked to the center/centre of London.
Make or Do ??
Make or Do? - Write the correct answer.
1) to ___________ someome a favour
2) to ___________ a bargain
3) to __________ an examination
4) to __________ a complaint
5) to __________ progress
6) to __________ the washing up
7) to __________ money
8) to __________ a reservation
9) to __________ harm to someone
10) to _________ a decision
1) to ___________ someome a favour
2) to ___________ a bargain
3) to __________ an examination
4) to __________ a complaint
5) to __________ progress
6) to __________ the washing up
7) to __________ money
8) to __________ a reservation
9) to __________ harm to someone
10) to _________ a decision
Borrow or Lend? - Choose the correct word.
1) Could you ________________ me some money, please?
2) Some pupils can ___________________ books from their school.
3) Will you _______________ me your umbrella till tomorrow?
4) Should I ________________ him my football?
5) You may _______________ my bike, but be careful.
6) Could I _____________ your cup?
7) You can __________________ your book to Steve.
8) Why do students _____________________ so much money from their parents?
9) Peter won't _________________ his car to anyone.
10) Will your mother _____________________ you some money?
1) Could you ________________ me some money, please?
2) Some pupils can ___________________ books from their school.
3) Will you _______________ me your umbrella till tomorrow?
4) Should I ________________ him my football?
5) You may _______________ my bike, but be careful.
6) Could I _____________ your cup?
7) You can __________________ your book to Steve.
8) Why do students _____________________ so much money from their parents?
9) Peter won't _________________ his car to anyone.
10) Will your mother _____________________ you some money?
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Choose the correct preposition
Choose the correct preposition.
1) I'm tired of on with in waiting for you.
2) He hasn't smoked since for at to ages.
3) Nina is good for to in at running.
4) I'm looking for after of to my keys. Has anyone found them?
5) They dream at in for of moving to South Africa.
6) This song was written to with by in Madonna.
7) You can look the word on up through with in a dictionary.
8) I can't come to the party. Don't wait for on after at me.
9) She had problems to by in with reading the instructions.
10) The police car chased the robbers among between through on the streets.
1) I'm tired of on with in waiting for you.
2) He hasn't smoked since for at to ages.
3) Nina is good for to in at running.
4) I'm looking for after of to my keys. Has anyone found them?
5) They dream at in for of moving to South Africa.
6) This song was written to with by in Madonna.
7) You can look the word on up through with in a dictionary.
8) I can't come to the party. Don't wait for on after at me.
9) She had problems to by in with reading the instructions.
10) The police car chased the robbers among between through on the streets.
Oscar Wilde
Oscar Wilde was born in Dublin in 1854.
His mother, Lady Jane Francesca Wilde (1820-96), was a successful writer.
His father, Sir William Wilde, was Ireland’s leading ear and eye surgeon.
Oscar had one elder brother, Willie.
Oscar was educated at home up to the age of nine.
From 1864 to 1871, he attended Portora Royal School in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh.
From 1871 to 1874, he studied the classics at Trinity College, Dublin.
From 1874 to 1878, he studied at Magdalen Colege in Oxford.
After his graduation, Wilde lectured in London, the United States and Canada. He also lived in Paris for a while.
On 29 May, 1885 Wilde married Constance Lloyd. They had two sons, Cyril and Vyvyan.
In May 1895 Wilde was imprisoned for homosexuality.
After his release in 1897, Wilde moved to France and lived under the name Sebastian Melmoth.
He died of cerebral meningitis in Paris on 30 November, 1900.
He was buried in the Cimetière de Bagneux outside Paris and later moved to Le Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris.
His mother, Lady Jane Francesca Wilde (1820-96), was a successful writer.
His father, Sir William Wilde, was Ireland’s leading ear and eye surgeon.
Oscar had one elder brother, Willie.
Oscar was educated at home up to the age of nine.
From 1864 to 1871, he attended Portora Royal School in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh.
From 1871 to 1874, he studied the classics at Trinity College, Dublin.
From 1874 to 1878, he studied at Magdalen Colege in Oxford.
After his graduation, Wilde lectured in London, the United States and Canada. He also lived in Paris for a while.
On 29 May, 1885 Wilde married Constance Lloyd. They had two sons, Cyril and Vyvyan.
In May 1895 Wilde was imprisoned for homosexuality.
After his release in 1897, Wilde moved to France and lived under the name Sebastian Melmoth.
He died of cerebral meningitis in Paris on 30 November, 1900.
He was buried in the Cimetière de Bagneux outside Paris and later moved to Le Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris.
Exercises on If Clauses
Exercise on If Clauses
Complete the sentences.
If your conditions are competitive, we_______________________ (place) an order.
If I had more time, I _________________________(do) a course in business English.
If we had known more about their culture, negotiating ___________________(be) easier.
If you __________________ (customize) your CV, your chances of getting a job will be better.
We _____________________ (cancel) our order if you don't deliver the goods by Friday.
If Brittany _____________________ (speak) better English, she would apply for a job abroad.
If you ____________________ (tell) me about the problem, I would have helped you.
I __________________ (let) you know if I weren't satisfied.
If you execute the order carelessly, they __________________ (place / not) another order with you in the future.
If I were you, I _____________________ (worry / not) about the presentation.
Complete the sentences.
If your conditions are competitive, we_______________________ (place) an order.
If I had more time, I _________________________(do) a course in business English.
If we had known more about their culture, negotiating ___________________(be) easier.
If you __________________ (customize) your CV, your chances of getting a job will be better.
We _____________________ (cancel) our order if you don't deliver the goods by Friday.
If Brittany _____________________ (speak) better English, she would apply for a job abroad.
If you ____________________ (tell) me about the problem, I would have helped you.
I __________________ (let) you know if I weren't satisfied.
If you execute the order carelessly, they __________________ (place / not) another order with you in the future.
If I were you, I _____________________ (worry / not) about the presentation.
Powerful Phone Interview.
By Dale Kurow
Phone interviews are de rigueur with many organizations. Companies conduct phone interviews for a number of reasons. It’s a way to screen out the dead wood. It gives the next interviewer baseline information from which to work. It saves money.
So, how do you prep for a powerful phone interview? And how is it different from a face-to-face interview? Recently, three of my clients aced their phone interviews. Here’s what we learned works.
Prepping for the phone interview:
If you need to call from work or from a phone booth or a cell phone, tell the screener/interviewer what the circumstances are. It’s better to explain ahead of time than to suddenly have to stop midway through because of noise or an interruption.
Stand up. You project stronger energy when you stand. Or even better, walk around. Remember, the interviewer has only your words and the sound of your voice with which to judge you. You will come across more upbeat and enthusiastic if you stand.
Even for a phone interview, you need to do your homework. The interviewer will be asking, “Why do you want to work at XYZ Company?” and “What do you know about us?”
Be prepared to answer classic questions, such as: “Tell me about a difficult situation you handled well,” “What are your areas of development?” or an all-time favorite: “Why should we hire you?” If you need help in formulating answers to these questions, see the suggested reading section below.
Keep your responses brief, 1–3 sentences maximum. Choose your words carefully, and be focused. Answer the question. Do not go off on a tangent. This is even more important in the phone interview stage, where the interviewer will appreciate your succinctness.
Have water and throat lozenges handy. If you get dry mouth (don’t you hate that), these can be lifesavers.
How is a phone interview different from a face-to-face interview?
You can use crib notes. And I would. Just in case you get the jitters or have a senior moment, have your responses written out (in bullet form). It’s better than any security blanket.
The timbre and inflection of your voice is critical. Modulate your voice to avoid sounding monotone. When I was a recruiter and conducted phone interviews, I could pick up immediately by the tone of the person’s voice whether they had the requisite drive for the job.
A phone interview is brief, sometimes 20 minutes or less. It is oftentimes a screening rather than an interview. There won’t be a lot of follow-up questions based upon your responses. You won’t get to connect with the interviewer. It may feel formulaic. The interviewer asks a question, and you respond. This is normal.
You will know immediately if you have done well. They will tell you they are passing you on. If you haven’t done well, you will get a vague response. Ask when you should follow-up.
Finally, like a face-to-face interview, always send a thank-you note. A handwritten note is best. Sending an e-mail is acceptable, but less personal. Thank the interviewer for her time. Say you enjoyed the conversation and look forward to taking the next step. Indicate you will follow up within the appropriate time frame.
A successful phone interview is a wonderful prep for the in-person gig. You’ve learned what your top lines are. You’ve done your research. You’ve made it to the next step. And your confidence level is up.
So, when you get the chance for a phone interview, embrace the opportunity. It’s practice for the main event.
Dale Kurow, M.S., is an author and a career and executive coach in NYC. Dale works with clients across the U.S. and internationally, helping them to survive office politics, become better managers, and figure out their next career move. Visit Dale’s web site at www.dalekurow.com for information about her latest E-book, Phone Interview Skills Sharpened Right Here!
Article Source: EzineArticles.com
Phone interviews are de rigueur with many organizations. Companies conduct phone interviews for a number of reasons. It’s a way to screen out the dead wood. It gives the next interviewer baseline information from which to work. It saves money.
So, how do you prep for a powerful phone interview? And how is it different from a face-to-face interview? Recently, three of my clients aced their phone interviews. Here’s what we learned works.
Prepping for the phone interview:
If you need to call from work or from a phone booth or a cell phone, tell the screener/interviewer what the circumstances are. It’s better to explain ahead of time than to suddenly have to stop midway through because of noise or an interruption.
Stand up. You project stronger energy when you stand. Or even better, walk around. Remember, the interviewer has only your words and the sound of your voice with which to judge you. You will come across more upbeat and enthusiastic if you stand.
Even for a phone interview, you need to do your homework. The interviewer will be asking, “Why do you want to work at XYZ Company?” and “What do you know about us?”
Be prepared to answer classic questions, such as: “Tell me about a difficult situation you handled well,” “What are your areas of development?” or an all-time favorite: “Why should we hire you?” If you need help in formulating answers to these questions, see the suggested reading section below.
Keep your responses brief, 1–3 sentences maximum. Choose your words carefully, and be focused. Answer the question. Do not go off on a tangent. This is even more important in the phone interview stage, where the interviewer will appreciate your succinctness.
Have water and throat lozenges handy. If you get dry mouth (don’t you hate that), these can be lifesavers.
How is a phone interview different from a face-to-face interview?
You can use crib notes. And I would. Just in case you get the jitters or have a senior moment, have your responses written out (in bullet form). It’s better than any security blanket.
The timbre and inflection of your voice is critical. Modulate your voice to avoid sounding monotone. When I was a recruiter and conducted phone interviews, I could pick up immediately by the tone of the person’s voice whether they had the requisite drive for the job.
A phone interview is brief, sometimes 20 minutes or less. It is oftentimes a screening rather than an interview. There won’t be a lot of follow-up questions based upon your responses. You won’t get to connect with the interviewer. It may feel formulaic. The interviewer asks a question, and you respond. This is normal.
You will know immediately if you have done well. They will tell you they are passing you on. If you haven’t done well, you will get a vague response. Ask when you should follow-up.
Finally, like a face-to-face interview, always send a thank-you note. A handwritten note is best. Sending an e-mail is acceptable, but less personal. Thank the interviewer for her time. Say you enjoyed the conversation and look forward to taking the next step. Indicate you will follow up within the appropriate time frame.
A successful phone interview is a wonderful prep for the in-person gig. You’ve learned what your top lines are. You’ve done your research. You’ve made it to the next step. And your confidence level is up.
So, when you get the chance for a phone interview, embrace the opportunity. It’s practice for the main event.
Dale Kurow, M.S., is an author and a career and executive coach in NYC. Dale works with clients across the U.S. and internationally, helping them to survive office politics, become better managers, and figure out their next career move. Visit Dale’s web site at www.dalekurow.com for information about her latest E-book, Phone Interview Skills Sharpened Right Here!
Article Source: EzineArticles.com
Saturday, June 05, 2010
Saiba usar: Big, Great, High, Large e Tall.
Big, Great, High, Large,Tall ?
Write the correct answer:
1) There is a nice house with a _______________ garden.
2) Albert Eintsein was a _______________ physicist.
3) She is a very __________________ child for her age.
4) A _________________ rate of inflation makes exports uncompetitive.
5) My mother is six feet __________________ .
6) He is making a _______________ mistake.
7) Can you see the ________________ trees behind the lake?
8) The city has a ____________________ level of pollution.
9) This pullover isn't ________________ enough.
10) My grandfather lived to a __________________ age.
Write the correct answer:
1) There is a nice house with a _______________ garden.
2) Albert Eintsein was a _______________ physicist.
3) She is a very __________________ child for her age.
4) A _________________ rate of inflation makes exports uncompetitive.
5) My mother is six feet __________________ .
6) He is making a _______________ mistake.
7) Can you see the ________________ trees behind the lake?
8) The city has a ____________________ level of pollution.
9) This pullover isn't ________________ enough.
10) My grandfather lived to a __________________ age.
Pratique vocabulário em Inglês.
Fill in the the following words into the gaps:
ancient, ballads, band, been, English, evidence, figure, his, king, lips, name, no, outlaws, sung, than, this, the, was, wrapped
Of all the popular heroes of the __________________ people, none as ever achieved an equal ______________ and fame with Robin Hood. For more ________________ six hundred years, songs and ballads of ________________ famous outlaw have been familiar on the ___________________ of the peasantry. Kings and princes have ___________________ forgotten, but not Robin Hood and his ___________________ of bold followers in merry Sherwood Forest. ___________________ adventures were told in rhymes, which were _____________________ at village merry-makings. We have no clear ________________ of Robin Hood's life history: all is ______________________ in the dim mist of legend and _________________ history. There are students of the old _____________________ and stories who say that Robin Hood __________________ an actual leader in Sherwood Forest, a __________________ of the greenwood, a true and living _________________, and there are others who say that ___________________ doings of a famous band of _________________ have gathered about his name, and that ____________________ real Robin Hood existed.
ancient, ballads, band, been, English, evidence, figure, his, king, lips, name, no, outlaws, sung, than, this, the, was, wrapped
Of all the popular heroes of the __________________ people, none as ever achieved an equal ______________ and fame with Robin Hood. For more ________________ six hundred years, songs and ballads of ________________ famous outlaw have been familiar on the ___________________ of the peasantry. Kings and princes have ___________________ forgotten, but not Robin Hood and his ___________________ of bold followers in merry Sherwood Forest. ___________________ adventures were told in rhymes, which were _____________________ at village merry-makings. We have no clear ________________ of Robin Hood's life history: all is ______________________ in the dim mist of legend and _________________ history. There are students of the old _____________________ and stories who say that Robin Hood __________________ an actual leader in Sherwood Forest, a __________________ of the greenwood, a true and living _________________, and there are others who say that ___________________ doings of a famous band of _________________ have gathered about his name, and that ____________________ real Robin Hood existed.
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