welcome

Welcome to this blog. I hope it becomes a useful and interesting tool.

jueves, 30 de marzo de 2017

KING ARTHUR STORY

Arthur was the first born son of King Uther Pendragon and heir to the throne. However these were very troubled times and Merlin, a wise magician, advised that the baby Arthur should be raised in a secret place and that none should know his true identity.

As Merlin feared, when King Uther died there was great conflict over who should be the next king.
    Merlin used his magic to set a sword in a stone. Written on the sword, in letters of gold,  were these words: "Whoso pulleth out this sword of this stone is the rightwise born king of all England."

Of course all the contenders for the throne took their turn at trying to draw the sword, but none could succeed.
    Arthur, quite by chance, withdrew the sword for another to use in a tournament.

Arthur became King. He gathered Knights around him and fought back against the Saxons who, since the Romans left Britain, were slowly but surely taking the country over.
    After many great battles and a huge victory at Mount Badon the Saxons were beaten.

Arthur became King. He gathered Knights around him and fought back against the Saxons who, since the Romans left Britain, were slowly but surely taking the country over.
    After many great battles and a huge victory at Mount Badon the Saxons were beaten.
Arthur's base was at a place called Camelot. Here he built a strong castle. His knights met at a Round Table.
    They carried out acts of chivalry such as rescuing damsels in distress and fought against strange beasts.
    They also searched for a lost treasure, which they believed would cure all ills - this was the 'Quest for the Holy Grail'.

Under the guidance of Merlin, Arthur had obtained a magical sword from The Lady Of The Lake.
    This sword was called 'Excalibur" and with this weapon he defeated many villains.


Queen Guinevere was Arthur's beautiful wife, while his equally beautiful half sister Morgan le Fay was a dark and mysterious character.
Unfortunately, as peace settled over the country things turned sour within the court of Camelot and civil war broke out.
    In the final battle at Camlan both Arthur and Mordred, Arthur's disloyal nephew, were badly wounded.
    Arthur was set upon a boat and floated down river to the isle of Avalon. Here his wounds were treated by three mysterious maidens.
    His body was never found and many say that he rests under a hill with all his knights - ready to ride forth and save the country again.

miércoles, 29 de marzo de 2017

debating

USEFUL PHRASES FOR DEBATING

Stating an opinion 
In my opinion...
I think that...
I feel that...
I believe that...
It seems to me that...
If you ask me...
I'd say that...
The point is...
As I see it...

Asking someone to repeat or explain 
I don't understand what you mean
Would you explain that, please?
I'm sorry, but I didn't understand your point.
Could you give an example?
What do you mean by...?

Agreeing with someone 
You're right
I think so, too
I agree with you
You could be right
I couldn't agree more
That's a good point
I see what you mean
That's just what I was thinking
I agree entirely
You know, that's exactly what I think

Disagreeing with someone 
Yes, but...
I'm sorry but I have to disagree there
That's not the point
No, I think you're wrong
I can't agree with you there
Up to a point, but...
Yes, that's quite true, but...
I'm not sure I quite agree
Well, you have a point there, but...
Perhaps, but don't you think that...
I see what you mean, but...
I totally disagree with you there

Persuading someone 
You must admit that...
Do you really believe that...?
Don't you think that...?
Don't you agree that...?
Wouldn't you say that the reverse is also true?
 
 
EBATE ROLES and RULES

Roles
Rules
 
Opening Statement Presenter:
Gathers the main arguments into an introductory statement.  Does not give specific information; just says "this is true because of A and B and C." 1. WE BELIEVE UNIFORMS SHOULD BE WORN IN SCHOOLS BECAUSE OF A,B,C________________________________________ 
Topic Presenters:  
Present the main arguments for the team.  Each presenter give specific details that prove A and B and C.
(2 or 3) 1 IT HELPS YOU TO DECIDE QUICKLY ON YOUR CLOTHES AS........________________________________________
2.IT IS CHEAPER BECAUSE________________________________________
3. IT AVOIDS BULLYING AS.....________________________________________
 
Rebuttal Presenters:  
Answer the arguments of the other team.  These presenters must take notes as the other team is presenting their arguments and respond to every argument, using specific information to disprove them.
(1 or 2) 1.________________________________________
2.________________________________________
 
Closing Statement Presenter:
Presents the closing arguments for the team.  Repeats the main idea for this and this and this reason. 1.________________________________________
 
   


Debate Rules
No put downs.
You must raise your hand if it's not your time to speak.
Teams lose 1 point for each interruption.
Teams lose 1 point for whispering while another speaker is talking. TIMES
Opening statements for both sides = 3 minutes each
Arguments for both sides = 3 minutes each

Rebuttals = 2 minutes each
Closing statements for both sides = 3 minutes each
 
 

martes, 28 de marzo de 2017

urban tribes, 4th ESo




CHOOSE ONE OF THE GROUPS BELOW AND PREPARE A PRESENTATION ABOUT THEM. HISTORY, MAIN FEATURES, HOBBIES, INTERESTS, CLOTHES....... TWO CLASSES TO PREPARE, PRESENT FIRST WEDNESDAY AFTER EASTER BREAK. SIX MINUTES TALKING TIME.

miércoles, 22 de marzo de 2017

Animation films. 3B

Choose an animation film and prepare a presentation on these points:

1. Title.
2. Plot. setting and story
3. Characters.
4. history: dates, awards, influence......
5. The film and you. Have you seen it when? why have you chosen?


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3rd ESO. create your own business

Prepare a presentation on a business/firm that you have set out.

1. Think of what you are going to sell (goods or service).
2. Think of how you are going to sell it (shop, stores, internet.)
3. Think of how you are going to promote it.

Include the name of the firm, your logo, your slogan, examples and prices. Follow these steps
1.NAME/DESCRIPTION/LOGO/SLOGAN
2. LOCATION.
3. PRODUCTS/GOODS
4.PROMOTION.

TO BE PRESENTED BETWEEN TUESDAY 4TH APRIL THURSDAY 6TH APRIL.

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE IT ON A PENDRIVE.
IF YOU DON'T PRESENT IT THOSE DAYS, ITS A Z______________

martes, 21 de marzo de 2017

FCE Informal letters

http://www.firstcertificatewriting.co.uk/live/part-2-informal-letter-7/


Hi Sandra,
It’s great to hear from you again. I hope things are going well in your new job and you get on well with your boss and workmates.
As you know, I am really fed up with my job, so I’ve decided to give it up. I know it’s risky in an economic crisis, but I’m sure I can find work in Britain. If you know about any jobs, please email me so I can get in touch with them.
I’ll be able to learn English by working or making British friends, so I won’t have to go to a school to study. If I need qualifications in English, maybe I could do an exam later.
can’t afford to rent a flat on my own, so it would be brilliant if you could find some young people who would like to share. I could stay at the youth hostel for a few weeks while I’m looking for a place to live.
Anyway, it’s time for work, so I’d better get ready.
Keep in touch and thanks for all your help
Pete

lunes, 13 de marzo de 2017

make your own comic strip

1. Look at this cartoon and complete with an appropriate dialogue

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2. Create your own comic trip

1. No more than six boxes.
2. Think of character.
3. Think of a story/plot. The story develops and resolves quickly.
4. use different type of bubbles


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miércoles, 8 de marzo de 2017

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY



READ ABOUT THESE WOMEN AND CHOOSE THREE  OF THEM OR ANY OTHER TO PREPARE A SHORT TEXT ABOUT THEM
NAME
CONTRIBUTION



Britannica® School resources/links:

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Biography Browse: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/intermediate/browse/biography
Mary Seacole article: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/foundation/article/442268
Billie Jean King: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/intermediate/article/275276
Emmeline Pankhurst: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/intermediate/article/312892
Coco Chanel: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/intermediate/article/319252
Mary Wollenstonecraft: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/intermediate/article/314253
Aung San Suu Kyi: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/foundation/article/576925
Billie Holiday: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/intermediate/article/274912
Frida Kahlo: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/intermediate/article/311942
Joan of Arc: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/foundation/article/440767
Rosa Parks: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/foundation/article/441330
Malala Yousafzai: http://school.eb.co.uk/levels/foundation/article/610610

jueves, 2 de marzo de 2017

Cartoons . 3B

Create your own cartoon.

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1. Follow these steps


 http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Cartoon

 Coose this page or any other that you know free and unregistered.

http://www.toondoo.com/

If you cannot do it on the computer you can use a  piece of paper.

2PMAR

EXTREME SPORTS. 3D

 CHOOSE ONE EXTREME OR ADVENTURE SPORT OR AND PREPARE A PRESENTATION ABOUT IT. THESE ARE THE POINTS YOU SHOULD FOLLOW

1. NAME
2. EQUIPMENT NEEDED
3.PLACES WHERE YOU CAN PRACTISE IT.
4. WHAT IT CONSISTS OF: RULES, TRICKS, STUNTS, ...
5. ANY RECOGNISED  SPORTSMEN/WOMEN WHO PRACTISE IT....
6. WHY YOU CHOSE IT.



 Resultado de imagen de extreme sports