In this post we take a look at some nice language comparing two crash landings in which all passengers and crew survived! (full news story here). (more…)
A third ‘first page’, again from Harry Potter! This time I’ve highlighted the suitablility of items for IELTS Speaking and/or IELTS Writing Task 1 and 2. (more…)
This is the first in what will hopefully be a series of posts focusing on the first pages of novels. (more…)
‘The’ is a word largely missing from some languages. Listen to the song and sing along (lyrics below..)!
Especially important for Indonesian students of English!
A new song focusing on the word ‘lack’, which can often be mistaken with ‘lack of’. The rule for deciding which to use is in the chorus of the song, so listen carefully and choose the correct item – ‘lack’, or ‘lack of’! (Scroll down for lyrics and gapfill!)
Cement production comprises 5 stages, started from mixing materials and ended with packaging.
This writer has attempted to combine three sentences in one: (more…)
Bali’s unique culture and traditions lead to an enormous increase in tourism. As a result, the number of job opportunities grows significantly.
This is grammatically correct, but the choice of present simple tense has – I think – resulted in meanings quite different from those intended by the writer. (more…)
Video animation contrasting past tenses. Includes examples and timelines to illustrate meaning. (more…)
Video animation contrasting present tenses. Includes examples and timelines to illustrate meaning. (more…)
Video animation contrasting perfect tenses. Includes examples and timelines to illustrate meaning. (more…)