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Coherence and cohesion are two essential concepts in English language teaching. They refer to the way that sentences and clauses are connected together to form a coherent and logical text. Coherence is the overall sense of unity and meaning in a text. It is created by the use of logical connections between ideas, such as causeand-effect, comparison, contrast, and sequence. Cohesion is the use of grammatical devices to connect sentences and clauses together. It is created by the use of words and phrases such as pronouns, conjunctions, and transition words. Both coherence and cohesion are important for effective communication in English. They help to make texts clear, concise, and easy to understand. The use of pronouns, conjunctions, and transition words to connect sentences and clauses together is known as:
And on his head he had a cap as broad as a buckler,
The brims were splayed out like the sails of a ship.
He wore a gray coat with pouches hanging down, Which were stuffed full of pardons from Rome. He had a pouch full of relics too,
Which he would show to people for a fee."
Chaucer, Geoffrey. The Canterbury Tales.. London: Penguin Classics, 1951.
In the passage from "The Canterbury Tales" by Geoffrey Chaucer, the speaker is describing the:
"The window panes were blurred, the trees were blurred; the leaves were blurred in the breeze. The breeze came in faint puffs, then died away. The sun became brighter, and now a single bird chirped, and another answered, and another, and others, and the first bird sang out loud and clear, and another answered, and another, and others, and the air was filled with chirping and with the humming of bees and the whirring of wings."
Which of the following statements best describes the use of imagery in these lines?
_ The focus is on the development of communicative competence, which is the ability to use language in real-life situations.
_ Students are encouraged to use the language for real purposes, such as giving presentations, participating in discussions, and writing emails.
_ The teacher plays the role of facilitator, providing opportunities for students to practice using the language.
Which of the following is NOT a principle of the communicative approach to English language teaching?
Woolf, Virginia. To the Lighthouse. New York: Harcourt, Brace & World, 1927.
In the passage from "To the Lighthouse" by Virginia Woolf, Lily Briscoe is describing the:
Joyce, James. "The Dead." In Dubliners, pp. 153-174. Penguin Books, 2002.
The mood of the passage is best described as:
Santiago is an old Cuban fisherman who has gone eighty-four days without catching a fish. His young apprentice, Manolin, is forbidden by his parents to fish with him anymore because they believe that Santiago is bringing bad luck. One day, Santiago sets out alone in his skiff to fish off the coast of Cuba. He casts his line and waits patiently for a bite.
After two days, Santiago finally feels a fish on his line. He struggles to land the fish, which is much larger than he is. The fish pulls the skiff far out to sea, and Santiago is forced to fight for two days and nights to land it.
Finally, Santiago lands the fish, but it is so large that he cannot bring it into the skiff. The fish dies, and Santiago ties it to the side of the skiff. He is exhausted, but he is also proud of his accomplishment.
That night, a school of sharks attacks the fish. Santiago fights them off with a harpoon, but they eventually eat most of the fish. By the time Santiago reaches shore, he is left with only the skeleton of the fish.
Manolin is waiting for Santiago when he arrives. He helps Santiago carry the skeleton of the fish to his shack. Santiago is disappointed, but he is also grateful for the experience. He knows that he has faced his greatest challenge and has emerged victorious.
Hemingway, Ernest. The Old Man and the Sea. Charles Scribner's Sons, 1952.
The story's narrative is told from Santiago's perspective, allowing readers to experience his thoughts, feelings, and motivations. What effect does this narrative technique have on the story?
Historical figures:
1. Edith Cowan
2. Margaret Thatcher
3. Nelson Mandela
4. Barack Obama
5. Justin Trudeau
Countries of origin:
( ) United Kingdom
( ) United States
( ) Canada
( ) South Africa
( ) Australia
The correct sequence is, respectively:
"The sun rose over the horizon, casting a golden glow over the land. The birds began to sing, and the animals began to stir. It was a beautiful day."
What is the primary function of the phrase "Despite the challenges posed by the rapidly evolving field of quantum computing" in the paragraph?
Oscar Wilde, The Picture of Dorian Gray
In the excerpt, Wilde suggests that temptation is a:
And all the men and women merely players;
They have their exits and their entrances,
And one man in his time plays many parts."
Shakespeare, William. As You Like It. Edited by Michael Billington. Penguin Classics, 2004.
"And how should I presume?
And how should I begin?
Shall I say, I have gone at dusk through narrow streets
And watched the smoke that rises from the chimneys,
Or bowed to shadows in the public square?"
The speaker's use of rhetorical questions in this passage suggests that he is feeling:
Complete the following sentence with the correct modal verb:
If I had the money, I ____ buy a new car.
Select the correct alternative.
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The idea of time blindness, or difficulty perceiving and managing time, has spread across social media. While there is no diagnosis for it, some people explain that, despite their best efforts, they frequently lose track of time, underestimate or overestimate how long tasks will take, show up late, and miss deadlines.
Time blindness is a psychological phenomenon that nearly everyone experiences from time to time, said Michael Manos, at the Cleveland Clinic.
“Who doesn’t get completely occupied with a hobby or a conversation they’re having with somebody, or some kind of activity that is so interesting that it occupies attention, and it takes attention away from other things that might be pressing?” he said.
Not all experts agree, but some suggest that it could be a limitation for some people.
Renae Beaumont, an associate professor of psychology in clinical psychiatry, said time blindness and flow, a state of intense focus in an activity that is engaging, enjoyable and temporarily distracts from the passage of time, are different phenomena.
“Flow is typically associated with positive emotions when you’re doing something you enjoy, and you are able to shift to a different task when you need to. Time blindness involves getting stuck, losing track of time and typically having trouble transitioning to a different task,” she said.
There is no clear consensus, but some researchers consider time blindness to be an impairment in temporal perception, or the way the brain experiences time.
Certain strategies may help people who struggle with time perception and management, experts said. Use digital reminders including alarms, timers and calendars to keep track of appointments, dates and deadlines. Washington Post.
February 5, 2025. Adaptado.
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The idea of time blindness, or difficulty perceiving and managing time, has spread across social media. While there is no diagnosis for it, some people explain that, despite their best efforts, they frequently lose track of time, underestimate or overestimate how long tasks will take, show up late, and miss deadlines.
Time blindness is a psychological phenomenon that nearly everyone experiences from time to time, said Michael Manos, at the Cleveland Clinic.
“Who doesn’t get completely occupied with a hobby or a conversation they’re having with somebody, or some kind of activity that is so interesting that it occupies attention, and it takes attention away from other things that might be pressing?” he said.
Not all experts agree, but some suggest that it could be a limitation for some people.
Renae Beaumont, an associate professor of psychology in clinical psychiatry, said time blindness and flow, a state of intense focus in an activity that is engaging, enjoyable and temporarily distracts from the passage of time, are different phenomena.
“Flow is typically associated with positive emotions when you’re doing something you enjoy, and you are able to shift to a different task when you need to. Time blindness involves getting stuck, losing track of time and typically having trouble transitioning to a different task,” she said.
There is no clear consensus, but some researchers consider time blindness to be an impairment in temporal perception, or the way the brain experiences time.
Certain strategies may help people who struggle with time perception and management, experts said. Use digital reminders including alarms, timers and calendars to keep track of appointments, dates and deadlines. Washington Post.
February 5, 2025. Adaptado.
............................. describes the theory or philosophy underlying how a language should be taught; a method or methodology describes, in general terms, a way of ........................................ the approach (syllabus, progression, kinds of materials); techniques describe ...................................... practical classroom tasks and activities.
Choose the alternative that has the correct words to complete the sentence.
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