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What does it take to learn a new language?

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Being bilingual or multilingual is a really neat skill to have! If you know someone who speaks a different language from you, it can be pretty awesome to try and talk in their language. Some people may find it easier than others, so keep going!  Yes, your instructor and teaching methodology are key. Still, your specific learning experience will come down to more than just that. Learning is a two-way street, and successful students know it! Have you ever wondered why some people learn a language faster or better than others? You might think they are smarter or luckier than you, and those self-imposed prejudices are holding you back. Learning languages goes beyond your natural ability. In my experience as an instructor, I get to see a behavior pattern from talented students that stood out and believe me, it goes beyond luck or smarts. First, keep in mind each person and each student is different. As teachers, it is our responsibility to understand this and do our best to cater to our...
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Future Will

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Future will The future tense "will" is one of English's most commonly used verb tenses. It expresses actions or events that will happen in the future. This post will explore the grammar of the future tense "will" and its daily use. Grammar of the Future Tense "Will" The future tense "will" is formed by adding the auxiliary verb "will" before the base form of the verb. For example:  " I will go to the store " or " She will sing a song ." Subject + will + verb + supplement   It is important to note that the future tense "will" is the same for all subjects: I, you, he/she/it, we, and they. We can also use it in a negative form  " I won't go to the store " or  " She won't sing a song ." Subject + will not + verb + supplement When asking questions, the structure changes. The auxiliary verb goes before the subject as follows: Will she go to the store? When will s...
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Understanding your personal finances with zero and first conditional

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Let's break down the zero and first conditionals in simple terms. The zero conditional is used to talk about things that are always true or generally happen. For example, "If you heat water, it boils." Here, the condition (heating water) always leads to the result (water boiling). The first part of this sentence is the condition or cause clause, which provides a condition statement using verbs in the present simple tense : "If you heat water." The second part of this sentence is the result clause, which provides a consequence statement using verbs in the present simple tense : "It boils ." zero conditional On the other hand, the first conditional is used for real situations or events that are likely to happen in the future. It typically follows an "if...then" structure. For instance, "If it rains tomorrow, I will go to the movies." In this case, there is a real possibility of rain tomorrow, leading to going to the movies. The ...
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Future 4: unit one - vocabulary flash cards

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  Here I share some tips on improving your vocabulary and succeeding in America. As we all know, people come to America with big dreams of studying, working, and becoming entrepreneurs. The American goal is getting ahead; having a strong vocabulary is one way to achieve that. These flashcards contain words from the book "Future 4, Unit 1: catching up" and are a great way to study on the go. Click on each picture, and the reverse will show the meaning. If you are on a cellphone, the best view is horizontal/landscape. Happy studying!   Words listed: Schedule Success Make ends meet Homeless shelter Paid off Get ahead Research Ethnicity Entrepreneurs Loan Customers Plenty Expensive Business plan Risk Deadline Counselor
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Winter adjectives list

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    Winter is here! During December, January, and February, the northern hemisphere blankets with snow, temperatures drop significantly, and the holidays take over.   In the United States, people continue working and studying. Schools take a two to three break week to celebrate the new year.   Traditionally, in the United States, December is the holiday season, observing Christmas and other celebrations as Hannukah and Kwanza.  December also marks the last month of the Gregorian calendar. People celebrate the new year On December 31st with parties and delicious dinners.  In the United States, December is known as the high buying season. People celebrating religious holidays give gifts to their loved ones to express their appreciation and good wishes for the upcoming year. 
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Learning English vocabulary with "House of Gucci"

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House of Gucci is buzzed as 2021 blockbuster. The real-life-based drama has awakened the audience's interest with an attractive script, stellar cast, impeccable production, and first-class director. The feature is based on the book The House of Gucci: A Sensational Story of Murder, Madness, and Greed   by Sara Gay Forden. It portrays the story of Patrizia Reggiani, the wife of Maurizio Gucci, who had him murdered; by far is a story of love, hatred, ambition, and a particular woman's rise and fall.   Lady Gaga plays Reggiani; undoubtedly, Gaga is one of the most brilliant artists; the critics and press have been talking about her preparation for and performance of her role. 
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Fall adjectives list

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  During the months of September, October, and November the weather begins to cool down in the northern hemisphere, and the trees start changing colors, from green to yellow and red leaves.  People also start dressing differently, wearing long pants, sweaters, and even boots.  In the United States, people celebrate an important and unique holiday: Thanksgiving. S ince 1941 , this Holiday has been celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. It commemorates the pilgrims' successful harvest in 1621, thanks to the natives' helping hand. It is one of my favorite holidays, and it reminds us to be grateful for the good people in our lives. In the United States, fall also is related to discounted prices at stores and football. People make apple pies, and kids love playing outside in the milder weather.  Overall, fall is so much fun! And we can use different words to describe what happens during this season. Such words are called adjectives. Adjectives are a part of Englis...
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