"She ______ to the store when I called her." A) was going B) goes C) is going

American slang words #15. "Adulting" actions and behavior that are considered typical of adults, not children or young people Why is adulting so hard? Adulting includes things like keeping your home clean and paying bills. Adulting is a stage of life some look forward to but most find difficult.

What is the first thing you do when you get hacked on Facebook?

She ..... happy to see me. . A. was B. were

Hello English Learners🙂 Which is the most appropriate verb to use?

Choose the correct answer.

How do you say "LOVE" in your language? I'm expecting my first child in two months and have always wanted to name my daughter using the word "LOVE." However, I feel that it is too common. In Filipino, "LOVE" is "mahal" or "pag-ibig." How is it expressed in your language?

1. What do you think of impulse purchase? Impulse purchases are unplanned and often happen when we see something attractive. Sometimes they bring joy, but most of the time we realize we didn’t really need the item. Being mindful before buying is always better. 2. What apps are popular in your country? Why? In Afghanistan, WhatsApp, Facebook, and TikTok are very popular. People use WhatsApp for messaging and voice calls, Facebook for news and staying connected, and TikTok for short videos and entertainment. These apps are simple, accessible, and help people stay in touch. 3. How to improve sleep quality? Good sleep starts with a good routine. Going to bed at the same time every night, avoiding caffeine late in the day, and reducing screen time before bed can really help. Also, a quiet and dark room makes a big difference. 4. What could we learn from our elders that could not be learned from books? Our elders have lived through difficult times and important moments. They can teach us patience, resilience, family values, and cultural traditions. These are things we can’t truly understand just by reading—they must be felt and experienced through their stories. 5. What is the most pointless rule in your school? One pointless rule I remember was not allowing students to ask questions during class. It discouraged curiosity and made learning harder. I believe students should feel free to ask and explore ideas.

Hi, In my classes, I especially enjoy conversations about travel and culture and learning things about your countries. The story below is from Chapter 8 of my coming book, The Long Road Home. The story is true and takes place in my second year of teaching in the Czech Republic. Jitka became my first wife. "...The Chemopetrol managers I teach are upper intermediate or advanced. The latter spot the sexual innuendos in the short stories I take.” Jeff stared at me after looking round the room. “It’s not that there’s sex in the stories, but rather there are bits that if taken out of context could be sexual. This one’s not but take the sentence: I had a friend for dinner. Do you understand that I served him dinner or that I ate him?” Jitka gasped, “What?” “Yeah. English is hugely context based. Words don’t have a fixed meaning. Take one sentence out of a conversation and it could mean a number of things. I think Hannibal Lector uses that line in Silence of the Lambs.” The lesson today is when you read and see a new word, look it up in a dictionary, but take the meaning that most closely fits the context of the paragraph, not always the first meaning. Check out my podcasts. Two discuss different chapters of my book. I specialize in teaching teens and adults critical reading, creative and academic reading. Book a trial. Let's chat.