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A List of the Principal Parts of Irregular Verbs in English
In the table below, you will find the principal parts of the most common irregular verbs (from A to G).
Revising a Place Description: Practice in Developing a Descriptive Paragraph (2)
This draft paragraph could be improved through careful focusing and the addition of more specific details. Here are sample responses to the revision questions on page one.
"The Artistic Side of Grammar," by Darryl Bishop
Guest writer Darryl Bishop suggests ways to "make the connection between grammar and art."
Today in Francophone History
Learn about important dates in French and francophone history: famous birthdays, holidays and celebrations, and other milestones.
"Por" or "Para"? Reader Questions Translation
An answer to the question: Why is "for your country" in JFK's inaugural address translated using "por" instead of "para"?
Exercise in Identifying Infinitive Phrases
This exercise will test your ability to recognize infinitive phrases and distinguish them from prepositional phrases.
Introducing People: At a Party
This week we will learn basic dialogue and English translations for introductions.
Why Do Writers Keep Diaries?
A diary is a personal record of events, experiences, thoughts, and observations.
What's the Value of a Writer's Notebook?
A writer's notebook is a record of impressions, observations, and ideas that may eventually serve as the basis for more formal writings.
Battleship Yamato Specifications
The battleship Yamato was one of the largest battleships ever built and was the pride of the Imperial Japanese Navy. Despite Yamato's firepower and armor, she was sunk toward the end of World War II. Nonetheless, this vessel remains a symbol of the Japanese navy and an object of fascination for nava
Zhi De - Daily Mandarin Lesson
The Mandarin Chinese word for "worthwhile" is "zhi de." This daily Mandarin lesson has audio files for your pronunciation and listening practice.
Three Good Reasons Not to Buy an Online Essay
Stop right there. You're not going to do it. You're not going to cheat. You're not going to buy an essay or a term paper online. And here's why.
On Going a Journey, by William Hazlitt (page four)
The version of Hazlitt that emerges from his essays--witty, passionate, plain speaking--continues to attract devoted readers. As Robert Louis Stevenson observed in his essay "Walking Tours," Hazlitt's "On Going a Journey" is "so good that there should be a tax levied on
Getting Beautiful
Emboldened by her language successes and shocked by her shaggy reflection in the salon window, Bonnie decides to brave a haircut. Will the hairdresser slip clients in front of her? Will she sit wet-headed forever?
Today in Francophone History
Learn about important dates in French and francophone history: famous birthdays, holidays and celebrations, and other milestones.
Description of Nonverbal Communication
While spoken and verbal communications can be effective ways of transmitting information and expressing emotions, humans have alternative ways to communicate feelings and messages. Nonverbal communication is an umbrella term that generally describes all types of communication that do not involve wor