The incident that I'm going to describe happened when I was about six years old.At that time I often used to stay with my grandparents and they would take care of me.Although, I was only 6 years old I remember this incident rather well.As usually I was in the kindergarten. Meanwhile my both parents were working.I was always different from other children.When I was young I didn't like to play with my peers very much.I was a very calm and mature child.This was one of the reasons why I hated the kindergarten.It was a nightmare for me.I had there only one friend - Basia and we would always spent time together.
We had been planning this for a long time before.Everything had to be professional and perfectly organized.The plan was ready and all we had to do was to wait for the appropriate moment.One day we decided that it finally came.That was a perfect day to escape from the kindergarten.Firstly, Basia asked the kindergarten teacher to go to the washroom.After about five minutes (we were allowed to go to washroom singly) I asked to go,too. It was the most difficult part of our escape plan because the teacher could have told me to wait until Basia comes back.Fortunately she let me go.We met together in the cloak-room.Then we silently sidled out of the building.Now we were free! We decided to go to Basia's house because there was a pouring rain outside.We were sauntering around in a downpour when suddenly we heard our teacher's nervous voice behind our backs.We were totally unaware of the fact that everybody was looking for us, including our parents who had to break out from work and the kindergarten staff.When we returned to the building everybody was furious and relieved at the same time.My parents were extremely angry but also happy that we didn't get any harm.There were also my worried grandparents waiting anxiously for us.Everybody dropped everything because of our idea to take a day off from kindergarten.It caused a lot of chaos in my family.
Friday, February 10, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
John’s dangerous holiday adventure
John’s dangerous holiday adventure
It was the beginning of a summer vacation. John was resting at the lake with his girlfriend Susan.
The couple enjoyed themselves lying on a blanket in the open outdoors surrounded by nature. All they could hear were the rustling leaves and twittering birds. Hooting cars and wailing sirens were far away. Finally they got away from the problems and the noise of a big city. John decided to swim across the lake. He was fit as a fiddle and the water seemed delightfully warm. He squinted at Susan and saw her sleeping so decided to go without telling her, in order not to wake her up. He didn’t have anything to make him noticeable in the water. Without a warm- up, spontaneously, he jumped into the lake. While he was swimming, all of a sudden he got a cramp in his leg and began to drown himself. He started to panic. It was touch and go but fortunately some fishermen were nearby on a boat and heard him crying for help. They made him out and In the last moment came and yanked him aboard.
As soon as they reached the shore they started resuscitation. After a while John came to. He was dazed and had a splitting headache but was safe and sound. Susan grinned cheerfully and embraced him. He scarred the life out of her but hopefully he won’t act so thoughtlessly ever again. (240 words)
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
listening 6b
Anaesthetic
In former times,people didn't know any anaesthetics. Even the simplest operations caused a lot of pain and suffering. People would prefer to put up with an illness instead of undergoing a surgery.An alternative that was used in place of anaesthetic was alcohol.However it wasn't a safe solution.Alcohol increases bleeding and could have caused death because of blood loss.First anaesthetic to be used was nitrous oxide commonly known as laughing gas.Before H. David who plucked up the courage to use the gas on himself, it had been considered lethal.David used a gas and unexpectedly nothing happened to him.Moreover, his inflammation cleared up.Although nitrous oxide had been known to science earlier it wasn't used in medicine up until the discovery of it's qualities made by Horace Wells.He discovered it's anaestethics qualities by accident when he was on a show where the gas was presented.The audience was called on a stage in order to inhale nitrous oxide.Wells noticed that one man bashed his leg but he didn't seem to notice it.Wells asked him about the leg.The man was frankly surprised because it turned out that he had actually hurt it.Nitrous oxide proved to be an anaesthetic.Horace Wells decided to perform the first painless tooth extraction.Unfortunately, he didn't use enough nitrous oxide and his patient ended writhing in agony.
In former times,people didn't know any anaesthetics. Even the simplest operations caused a lot of pain and suffering. People would prefer to put up with an illness instead of undergoing a surgery.An alternative that was used in place of anaesthetic was alcohol.However it wasn't a safe solution.Alcohol increases bleeding and could have caused death because of blood loss.First anaesthetic to be used was nitrous oxide commonly known as laughing gas.Before H. David who plucked up the courage to use the gas on himself, it had been considered lethal.David used a gas and unexpectedly nothing happened to him.Moreover, his inflammation cleared up.Although nitrous oxide had been known to science earlier it wasn't used in medicine up until the discovery of it's qualities made by Horace Wells.He discovered it's anaestethics qualities by accident when he was on a show where the gas was presented.The audience was called on a stage in order to inhale nitrous oxide.Wells noticed that one man bashed his leg but he didn't seem to notice it.Wells asked him about the leg.The man was frankly surprised because it turned out that he had actually hurt it.Nitrous oxide proved to be an anaesthetic.Horace Wells decided to perform the first painless tooth extraction.Unfortunately, he didn't use enough nitrous oxide and his patient ended writhing in agony.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Are we too obsessed with fitness??
Personally, I don't think we have become too obsessed with fitness.Nowadays, people often lead sedentary life,they work in offices and don't have many chances to move.This is the reason why some people pay a lot of attention to stay fit and exercise a lot.I think it's a beneficial attitude towards life.Being "obsessed with fitness" helps us to stay in a good shape.Moreover, I don't know many people who would exaggerate.Sometimes it's the girls who always want to be slimmer but generally there are not many people like that ( at least I don't know them).In fact people pay a lot of attention to the amount of calories they consume but I don't consider it an obsession.A lot of products are unhealthy, contain too much fat or sugar.We are forced to check the ingredients in products we buy.In today's world we have to think about what we eat and about exercising.Some time ago sweets were rare and the diet was healthier.The obesity wasn't a problem.Nowadays, we have to look after ourselves and I don't perceive it as something negative that people try to be fit and healthy.It goes without saying,that common sense is irreplaceable and we should have everything under control.All the things in life should be balanced.The real obsession may cause anorexia and bulimia - dangerous, life threatening diseases of XXI century.
To sum up, in my opinion we are not too obsessed with fitness excluding some extreme cases.Moreover,these days we should be concerned about our health and body condition, because it's sometimes hard to lead a healthy life style.People always prefer to live comfortably and it's usually not beneficial for our health.
To sum up, in my opinion we are not too obsessed with fitness excluding some extreme cases.Moreover,these days we should be concerned about our health and body condition, because it's sometimes hard to lead a healthy life style.People always prefer to live comfortably and it's usually not beneficial for our health.
Saturday, November 12, 2011
different ways of spending free time
From different activities, which were mentioned in our English book, for me the best sounds a meal in a posh restaurant.I enjoy good food and eating gives me a big pleasure.Personally I think it's one of the best things in life.It's a very hedonistic attitude towards life but still there aren't many things better than good food.Moreover, it's a meal in a posh restaurant so probably it would be delicious and the atmosphere would also be nice.I guess I would really appreciate such a meal.We don't often have a chance to eat in a restaurant because it's expensive and takes much more time than eating at home.On the other hand, you don't have to cook and you have everything served, what is a nice change,too.
The second thing I would choose would be a day on a hot sunny beach.First of all, I love sun, summer and holidays.All together gives me a great mood and makes me feel wonderful.It' s very relaxing to lie on a beach, on a towel or on a blanket,you can go swimming or play beach volleyball with friends.You can read books and magazines.Generally speaking - you do what you want and get a suntan at the same time.These lazy holiday days on a beach are the ones of my favorite days in a year.
The last thing I would choose is a competitive sporting activity.I don't like to compete with anybody.I've never liked races or any other kinds of competitions.I am ambitious and I strive to be the best as I can but I don't have a need to prove that or show.I work for myself and my satisfaction.However, I really like playing team games like volleyball or basketball and different sports but I don't perceive them as competitive sporting activities but great fun.What I understand through competitive activity is a race or other activities which show who is better.I used to swim and I have never liked swimming competitions because they were very stressful for me.
The second thing I would choose would be a day on a hot sunny beach.First of all, I love sun, summer and holidays.All together gives me a great mood and makes me feel wonderful.It' s very relaxing to lie on a beach, on a towel or on a blanket,you can go swimming or play beach volleyball with friends.You can read books and magazines.Generally speaking - you do what you want and get a suntan at the same time.These lazy holiday days on a beach are the ones of my favorite days in a year.
The last thing I would choose is a competitive sporting activity.I don't like to compete with anybody.I've never liked races or any other kinds of competitions.I am ambitious and I strive to be the best as I can but I don't have a need to prove that or show.I work for myself and my satisfaction.However, I really like playing team games like volleyball or basketball and different sports but I don't perceive them as competitive sporting activities but great fun.What I understand through competitive activity is a race or other activities which show who is better.I used to swim and I have never liked swimming competitions because they were very stressful for me.
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Good and bad sides of owning a crocodile.
There are a lot of people who like pets and want to have a cute puppy or a kitten at home.You can always cuddle to a soft fur.How about having a pet like a crocodile?Owning a crocodile has it's good and bad sides.
Firstly,this kind of a "pet" is very original and enables us to show off.It may be a good start to engage a conversation or strike up acquaintances.People will consider you an uncommon and remarkable person.You may become famous for having such a reptile.Media can become interested in you and your crocodile may give you a chance to become popular.
Secondly,it's an extremely interesting experience to have a crocodile.You need to feed it with meat,walk it and play with it(!) It's a pet that you don't get bored with.It's a dangerous meat-eater and you always have to be careful while taking care of it.
On the other hand,owning a crocodile has disadvantages:it's very expensive to support.It's sustenance is pricey and this big animal eats a lot.Moreover,it would be really costly to bring it to the vet.It would also be at high price to provide it a terrarium.
Another drawback is that the crocodile will not necessarily be happy.A wild animal needs conditions at least similar to these at large.It needs a lot of space and we aren't able to ensure it.It also needs a high air temperature and some of the elements of it's natural environment to feel good.
Owning a crocodile has it's pros and cons.Although it's an original and interesting animal it is also very costly to support and the crocodile may be very unhappy not to live in it's natural environment.
Firstly,this kind of a "pet" is very original and enables us to show off.It may be a good start to engage a conversation or strike up acquaintances.People will consider you an uncommon and remarkable person.You may become famous for having such a reptile.Media can become interested in you and your crocodile may give you a chance to become popular.
Secondly,it's an extremely interesting experience to have a crocodile.You need to feed it with meat,walk it and play with it(!) It's a pet that you don't get bored with.It's a dangerous meat-eater and you always have to be careful while taking care of it.
On the other hand,owning a crocodile has disadvantages:it's very expensive to support.It's sustenance is pricey and this big animal eats a lot.Moreover,it would be really costly to bring it to the vet.It would also be at high price to provide it a terrarium.
Another drawback is that the crocodile will not necessarily be happy.A wild animal needs conditions at least similar to these at large.It needs a lot of space and we aren't able to ensure it.It also needs a high air temperature and some of the elements of it's natural environment to feel good.
Owning a crocodile has it's pros and cons.Although it's an original and interesting animal it is also very costly to support and the crocodile may be very unhappy not to live in it's natural environment.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
sex discimination stories:)
A STORY OF A MAN WHO WAS DISMISSED
A man was working as a male secretary in 1970's.At that time it was even rarer for a man to hold such an office than it is now.The man was studing at the univeristy and only tempred in the company during summer holidays.One day he was told that he's no longer needed because they had decided to employ a woman instead of him.The reason of this decision was simple: it's better for company's image,a woman working at a front desk makes a better impression.He could have fought for his laws but he was youh,unexperienced and green so it didn't occurred to him.However after some time it dawned on him that sex discrimanation doesn't refer only to women.It also works the other way.He is convinced that organisation which deal with sexual discrimination are very important.
A STORY OF A BOSS WHO GOT CHEATED
This man claims that it's true that we need laws in the matter of sexual discrimination but the laws we have aren't properly balanced.He says he has to be very careful not to get accussed of sexual discrimination.When he promotes a man,the next day come the women and complain that they didn't get promoted "of course because that they're women''.The problem is that people use their laws in a dishonest and wrong way.Once there was a situation when a woman came for a job interview.She hid the fact that she was pregnant.The next day,after she had gotten the job, she told him that she's preganant.Women aren't always fair in relation to their superiors.
A man was working as a male secretary in 1970's.At that time it was even rarer for a man to hold such an office than it is now.The man was studing at the univeristy and only tempred in the company during summer holidays.One day he was told that he's no longer needed because they had decided to employ a woman instead of him.The reason of this decision was simple: it's better for company's image,a woman working at a front desk makes a better impression.He could have fought for his laws but he was youh,unexperienced and green so it didn't occurred to him.However after some time it dawned on him that sex discrimanation doesn't refer only to women.It also works the other way.He is convinced that organisation which deal with sexual discrimination are very important.
A STORY OF A BOSS WHO GOT CHEATED
This man claims that it's true that we need laws in the matter of sexual discrimination but the laws we have aren't properly balanced.He says he has to be very careful not to get accussed of sexual discrimination.When he promotes a man,the next day come the women and complain that they didn't get promoted "of course because that they're women''.The problem is that people use their laws in a dishonest and wrong way.Once there was a situation when a woman came for a job interview.She hid the fact that she was pregnant.The next day,after she had gotten the job, she told him that she's preganant.Women aren't always fair in relation to their superiors.
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