Mastering English Idioms and Phrasal Verbs
Show Business & Performance Expressions
- ACT OUT: To perform a role or a scene.
- MOVE ON: To continue to a different activity or place.
- PLAY ALONG WITH: To agree with someone’s opinion, often insincerely.
- STAND OUT: To be very noticeable or prominent.
- ACT UP: To behave badly or malfunction.
- POP UP: To appear suddenly or unexpectedly.
- BE IN THE LIMELIGHT: To receive a lot of public attention.
- BREAK OUT: (Of something dangerous or unpleasant) To start suddenly.
- PULL IN: To attract interest or customers.
Mastering English Sentence Transformations and Essay Writing
Crafting Effective Argumentative Essays
Nowadays, the topic of [insert specific topic here] has sparked a lot of debate. Some people believe that it brings many advantages, while others argue that it causes serious problems. In this essay, I will examine both sides of the issue before stating my own opinion.
Structure of an Argumentative Essay
Arguments in Favor
On the one hand, there are several reasons to support [this idea / the use of this / this practice]. Firstly, [state the first argument in
The Durrell Family’s Mediterranean Relocation to Corfu
My Family and Other Animals
By Gerald Durrell
Part I: Leaving England
Chapter 1: A Rainy Day in Bournemouth
It was August in Bournemouth. A cold wind from the English Channel blew the rain against the seaside houses. I was ten that year and I was lying on the floor labelling my seashell collection. The rest of my family was sitting by the fire trying to keep warm. Everyone was ill except for my eldest brother, Larry. Mother and I had colds. My other brother, Leslie, had earache and my sister, Margo,
Read MoreCelebrating Scottish Heritage: Clans, Culture, and Famous Figures
Celebrating Scottish Heritage
You can see big men tossing the caber, listen to Scottish music on the bagpipes, and watch Scottish dancing. Not all Scots men have kilts, but more and more of them wear one sometimes, and lots of people wear kilts to the Games. When a Scotsman wears a kilt, he is saying, ‘I like being Scottish.’ A kilt needs about six metres of tartan. When one of the big clans – like Clan Donald, Mackenzie, or Stewart – has a big meeting, people come from many countries. Many of them
Read MoreEssential English Vocabulary for Everyday & Business Communication
Understanding Purchase Terms: Discounts & Refunds
- 1. I was offered a small discount of 5% on the laptop if I bought anti-virus software with it.
- 2. I got this case with my new phone for no extra charge.
- 3. For a modest fee, you can upgrade to the full, ad-free version of the app.
- 4. According to the package I bought, there’s no limit to the number of texts I can send.
- 5. If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you can exchange it or get a full refund.
- 6. The success of the game was in
English Sentence Rewriting Exercises
English Sentence Transformation Practice
Rewrite the following sentences without changing their original meaning. Pay close attention to grammar, capitalization, and punctuation.
What is the price of this jacket?
- How much is this jacket?
- How much does this jacket cost?
Our guests arrived during dinner. (while)
- Our guests arrived while we were having dinner.
We’ve decided to meet for lunch at one o’clock. (going to)
- We are going to meet for lunch at one o’clock.
I haven’t seen John for ages.
- It’s been ages