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

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Personal 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

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Personal 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

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Essential 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

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Mastering 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
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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:

  1. Greg pulled out the
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