1. My sister’s backpack is on the chair.
2. The mirror is hanging on the wall.
3. My grandma’s painting is reflected in the mirror.
4. There are nine chairs on the picture.
5. My mom’s watch is next to the lamp.
6. Those earrings are on the side table.
7. My grandma’s picture is in front of the window.
8. My sister’s skincare products are on the bathroom.
9. The mirror is above the sink.
10. My moisturizer is next to the hand soap.
I can’t believe the first semester is already over. It feels like it started just yesterday. At the beginning of the year, I was nervous, but I was also excited. I had a lot of mixed feelings, but now that I’m at the end of the semester, I can say I’ve learned a lot.
I still remember the first class with Teacher Aragú. He explained how the grades would work and talked about the “midterms.” I was nervous, but I knew I couldn’t give up before even trying. I’ve always wanted to study English Pedagogy, and I knew learning English would’t be easy, but I decided to keep going and do my best.
Phonetics was the hardest subject for me. It was completely new, and I didn’t know what to expect. But over time, I started to enjoy it, even though it was a little difficult. At the end it became one of my favorite subjects.
Writing was another subject I struggled with. It was hard for me to organize my ideas in a clear way. I always have a lot of thoughts, and it’s difficult to put them in order. I know this is something I need to improve.
The other subjects, like grammar and speaking, were easier for me. I’ve definitely improved my speaking skills in class, and now I feel more confident speaking in English with more people. I’m not as afraid to make mistakes, and I’ve gotten better at expressing myself. I also worked a lot on my listening skills. To help with that, I listen to podcasts and watch movies or series in English at home. This has really helped me improve outside of class, and I feel I understand English better every day.
In Use of English, I’ve been remembering a lot of what I learned in school, and that’s been really helpful. As for reading, I’ve realized it’s all connected. The more I improve in Use of English, the better I get at reading. It’s like a mix of everything coming together, and I’m seeing progress in all areas.
I’m happy with my classmates. We all get along and help each other. The teachers are also great. They explain things clearly and always help when we need it. I feel comfortable in the class and I’m glad I’m in this group.
Looking back, I’ve learned a lot, and I’m excited to keep going. Even though some parts were difficult, I’m proud I didn’t give up. If I could give advice to myself at the start of the semester, I would say: Keep going! Even when it’s tough, you can do it, don’t give up 😉
Episode 74 “Alone at New Year”
Alice: Ah Kitty, there never was anything wrong with you, was there? I told Helen you were ok, but she wouldn’t listen. She had to listen to the vet though. He said you were the healthiest cat he’d ever seen.
Anyway Kitty, Happy New Year: it’s just you and me tonight. I didn’t plan it this way Kitty, do you remember? I made all those resolutions last year: I was going to meet a gorgeous man. He was going to be funny, and rich too. And I did meet him, Kitty, we were going to get married and everything, ok, he hadn’t asked me yet, but I had high hopes. But I didn’t know he had a skeleton in his closet: a wife and two children.
Oh well Kitty, that’s that eh?
Ooh Kitty, who could that be? It’s very late.
Well, learning about the vowels in English was fun, and I think it was a bit easier than learning about the consonants. That doesn’t mean it wasn’t a little challenging, because some vowel sounds are very similar.
One of my strong points is listening to the vowels, because I can recognize them very well, especially if they are long or short. My problem is when the word is written and I have to make the phonetic transcription.
To improve, I think I’ll listen to more native speakers and pay attention to how they pronounce the vowels. I’ll also check the phonetic transcription of words to understand the sounds better.
My advice for my classmates is to practice by listening to anything, preferably a show where you can also read the subtitles.
Episode 65: A tricky meeting
Boss: Come in. Ah, Tim, how can I help?
Tim: Erm, well, I think you should read this letter from the watch repairers.
Boss: Oh yes, let me see it. hmm, well, I imagine someone in their office must have made a mistake.
Tim: Perhaps, but this isn’t the first time this has happened.
Boss: Well, do you think you might have made a mistake when you took the watch from the customer?
TIm: I don’t think so.
Boss: But you’re not certain? You could’ve made a mistake, couldn’t you?
Tim: Well, I always check the paperwork.
Boss: Well, let’s not worry about it now, but in future, I’ll deal with customer complaints. And try to be more careful in future, okay?
Hi classmates! Well, I’ll tell you about my experience with Unit 2 of phonetics. For me, this unit has been a bit challenging, it felt like learning a completely new language jajajaja. I think it’s really cool to learn how to write with the symbols that represent the different sounds in phonetics, and not just write them but also understand how each one of them sounds. I found this unit very interesting and fun, but most importantly, it felt like a challenge. I like when things get a little more complicated because it allows me to test myself and my knowledge.
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Hi classmates! Today I’ll tell you about my experience with unit 3 of use of English. Well to me it wasn’t too much of a challenge, but I still think that is important to remember some of the things that I saw at school. I’m not sure if it’s normal but some of the things that I saw in this unit I know them just because I very internalized with the language, I don’t think very much how to say some things I just say them and it’s right. I think it is because since I’m little I’ve been trying to connect with the language
Episode 56: At the doctor’s
Dr. Kelly: So, what’s the matter?
Alice: Well, I’ve been feeling ill ever since a barbecue a few days ago. My stomach’s still upset, and I feel dizzy.
Dr. Kelly: I see. Any other symptoms?
Alice: Erm, I’ve got a bit of a temperature.
Dr Kelly: Well, it isn’t anything serious, probably just food poisoning… Excuse me. Come in.
Dr. Laver: Sorry to disturb, just returning these notes. Alice!
Alice: Dr. Laver!
Dr. Laver: You look very pale. Look, can I give you a lift home, when you’ve finished?
Alice: That would be lovely.
Dr. Laver: Okay, I’ll see you outside. Sorry about the interruption, Dr. Kelly.
Dr Kelly: Not at all. Thanks for the notes. Bye… Are you okay Alice?
Episode 47: “A call from Germany”
Helen: Hello?
Alice: Guten morgen! Hi Helen, it’s Alice.
Helen: Hey, how are you? What’s Germany like? Are you having fun?
Alice: I’m fine, it’s fab and yes, yes, yes! How are things back home?
Helen: Great. We’ve just come back from Brighton and Michal was a complete star!
Alice: Oh how so?
Helen: Well this guy stole my purse while we were on the beach and he ran after him like a bat out of hell, caught him and got my purse back! He was a real hero!
Alice: Oh quite the Superman, I’m sure! So have you made up with him then?
Helen: What do you think? Of course … Oh, her money must have run out.
Episode 40: Right or wrong?
Michal: You did what?
Helen: I had to Michal. I had no choice.
Michal: Haven’t you got any morals? You know that you’re supposed to stick to your friends.
Helen: How could I? He cheated. The professor knew. She had me over a barrel.
Michal: How you say in English? ‘A friend in need is a friend indeed’? You didn’t turn out to be a very good friend, did you?
Helen: Listen Michal …
Michal: No, you listen for a change. You’re selfish and two-faced Helen. It makes me worry about what you’re saying about me behind my back. Now, leave me alone. I don’t ever want to speak to you again!
Helen: Oh no Michal!