Poirot Investigates Murder on the Orient Express
Poirot’s Journey Begins
In Syria, **Hercule Poirot** boards the Taurus Express, returning from solving a case. On the train, he observes fellow passengers **Mary Debenham** and **Colonel Arbuthnot**, who share a table and appear acquainted from the journey.
Upon reaching Istanbul, Poirot plans a short stay but must cut it short due to an urgent telegram recalling him to London. While dining at his hotel, he encounters **Monsieur Bouc**, an old friend and the director of the Compagnie Internationale
Read MorePersonal Reflections on Life, Service, and Society
Why I Chose to Be a Sergeant
The first time I considered joining the Army, I was 17 years old. It was 2004, and I went to the recruitment center located on Fray Luis Street. I decided to become a Sergeant for different reasons that I will try to explain.
Firstly, I wanted to be a Sergeant because I loved the idea of contributing to creating an environment of good judgment, positivity, team building, and positive interactions among personnel and our future soldiers.
Secondly, I believe I have demonstrated
Read MorePersonal Letters, Spanish Phrases, and Vocabulary Lists
Letter to Anna: Friendship, Music, Family Life
Hi there Anna,
I don’t know if you got my first message. I’ve been having problems with my computer. Sometimes it’s a piece of junk… anyway, I decided to send the message again. Well, I have to tell you that I’m really excited about the beginning of our friendship. I’m sure it’s going to be really fun; maybe we could become BFF!
I’d like to tell you a little bit more about me. To begin, I’ll tell you that I love music – most kinds of
Read MoreEssential Travel & Hospitality Vocabulary: English-Spanish
Trail, footpath: sendero.
Fee: cuota
Cabin, small hut made with Wood: cabaña.
Tent, a portable shelter: tienda de campaña.
Rate, tariff: tarifa
Sturdy, strong and solid: robusto
Lounge, living room: salón
Wide, extended: amplio
Advised, counseled: aconsejado.
Avoid: evitar.
Cottage: cabaña
Lower, less: más bajo.
Midweek: entre semana.
Available, ready for use: disponible.
Premiere, first public performance: estreno.
Signposted, signalized: señalada.
Wooden, made of Wood: de madera.
Year-round, during the whole
Read MoreMastering English Grammar: Conditionals and Verb Tenses
Here are some exercises to help you practice using different conditional forms and verb tenses in English:
Using Infinitives and Gerunds
Complete the following sentences using the correct form of the verb (infinitive or gerund):
- I’ve decided to keep my old computer.
- I haven’t got any money, so I can’t afford to buy a new computer.
- I don’t need to send emails. I can always use my mobile instead.
- I enjoy getting text messages from my friends.
- I can’t imagine not having a mobile phone.
- I can’t stand listening
Salon Vocabulary & Procedures: Appointments, Hair Removal, Sales, Payment, Sanitation
Salon Vocabulary and Procedures
Appointments
[ªphone] ªEX: 1(E) confirm: to make certain.
2(H) pencil in: to schedule an appointment.
3(A) appointment book: an item used to record time slots.
4(C) weekend: the last two days of the week.
5(B) time slot: a time set aside for appointments.
6(F) limited: available in short supply.
7(G) consult: to get information or advice.
8(D) workweek: the hours and days worked during a week.
VOC – schedule: programar
Hair Removal
[ªdepila] ªEX: º1º:
- Greg pulled out the