The document argues that marine mammals should not be held in captivity for three main reasons:
1. Captivity causes many health problems in marine mammals due to poor water quality and lack of space, leading to diseases, injuries, and boredom.
2. Some marine mammals face abusive treatment by caretakers, as seen with the killer whale Keiko, which suffered from being underweight and dental problems.
3. Marine mammals breed poorly in captivity with high infant mortality rates, so births are often kept secret from mothers. Their lifespans are also shorter in captivity than in the wild.
The document concludes by restating the opinion that marine mammals should not be held captive, and
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This document provides a selection of words and phrases that can be used to structure an essay and link ideas. Some of the key phrases included are: moreover, furthermore, and in addition to add more to an existing point; by contrast and alternatively to introduce differing viewpoints; for example and such as to give examples; therefore, as a result, and so to show results or conclusions. The document also includes phrases for quoting sources and introducing them as well as words for listing points and summarizing.
This document provides guidance on writing an effective argumentative essay in 3 paragraphs or less. It begins by explaining the purpose is to convince the reader of a particular point of view using facts and examples. Next, it covers the key components of an introduction, body and conclusion. The introduction should grab attention with a strong opening and state the opinion. The body should make arguments supported by evidence, anticipate counterarguments, and discuss opposing views. The conclusion restates the main points and opinion, and calls the reader to action.
This document defines various financial and monetary terms used in British and American English, including:
- Types of money like cash, coins, notes/bills, checks, IOUs, and debit/credit cards.
- Financial concepts such as capital, reserves, funds, currencies, deposits, loans, debt, subsidies, and pensions.
- Means of earning and receiving money including salary, wages, income, fees, installments/installments, gifts, donations, and vouchers.
- Financial instruments and documents like financial statements, shares/stocks, stakes, bonds, gilts/Treasury bills, budgets, and aid.
Parliament is the legislative body of the UK government. It is responsible for creating laws, taxation, oversight of government policy and administration, and debating important issues. General elections are held every 5 years, where eligible registered voters in each of the 650 constituencies vote for the candidate they want to represent their area as a Member of Parliament in the House of Commons. The party with the most MPs after the election usually forms the government. If no party has an overall majority, a coalition government between two or more parties may be formed.
This document discusses contemporary British culture and society, focusing on how people spend their leisure time. It explores factors like gender, work, education, class and age that influence leisure activities. Popular pastimes include watching television, listening to music, reading, and puzzles at home. Outside the home, activities range from pub visits, restaurants, cinema, museums to various sports. Gender and class differences exist in leisure choices.
The document lists common collocations used in application letters, including phrases for attending courses or interviews, gaining experience, applying for and holding jobs, obtaining training and qualifications, supplying information, enclosing application materials, taking on roles and responsibilities, and being given opportunities. It also includes collocations used to describe experience, training, knowledge, jobs, and current employment status.
This document provides a template and guidelines for writing effective reference letters. The template outlines the typical structure of a reference letter, including an introduction paragraph describing the writer's relationship to the candidate, a second paragraph with specific details about the candidate's qualifications, and a concluding paragraph recommending the candidate. The document also provides tips on identifying the candidate's strongest attributes that are relevant to the position and constructing the letter around 1-3 of those attributes. Sample reference letters are included for a teacher, personal acquaintance, and babysitter to demonstrate these guidelines.
Este documento resume el nivel de cumplimiento de la programación por temas de un curso de idiomas. Cubrió temas como identificación personal, vivienda y entorno, actividades de la vida diaria, tiempo libre y ocio, viajes y transportes, y ciencia y tecnologÃa. Algunos temas como relaciones humanas, salud, alimentación e información y comunicación no se cubrieron completamente o necesitan reforzarse. Los temas subrayados no se trataron el año anterior.
The document provides feedback and advice for improving oral presentation skills. It suggests that students reflect on their weaknesses based on how they felt after a mock interview and their teacher's feedback. It then lists actions students can take to improve areas like organization, fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and fully addressing topics. Students are encouraged to practice their skills through activities like making speech drafts, focusing on isolated sounds, listening to models, and recording themselves speaking for 3 minutes. The overall message is that with motivation and hard work, students are capable of passing tests and communicating effectively.
This document outlines the topics and learning objectives for Unit 2 of a curriculum. The unit covers housing, cities and communities, travel and transportation, human relationships and social etiquette, and science and technology. Specific topics include parts of a house and furniture, living abroad, virtual communities on computers and the internet, and technology applied to homes. By the end of the unit, students will be able to describe houses and communities, discuss living situations, recommend places, and converse about technology and online interactions.
Barbie writes a sarcastic letter to Santa expressing her dissatisfaction with her role and image. She requests a more comfortable wardrobe, functional underwear, a boyfriend with actual anatomy, breast reduction surgery, and a new career path like systems analyst or PR executive. She threatens to cause problems for Christmas if her wishes are not granted. The letter emphasizes Barbie's frustration with always having to look attractive and her limited career options.
This unit summary outlines learning objectives related to describing personal ambitions and achievements using different tenses. It also covers using prepositions correctly, expressing preferences, discussing language learning, providing information about school systems in the US and UK, understanding passive structures, and comprehending radio news and adventure TV shows. The objectives are connected to curriculum topics like personal identification, daily activities, leisure time, and education.
This document provides examples of common language used in classroom instruction and interaction between teachers and students. It includes greetings and questions to check on students at the beginning of class, instructions for classroom activities and tasks, questions to check comprehension, ways to conclude class and assign homework, and phrases for giving feedback and corrections to students.
The United States educational system varies by state but typically includes elementary school (grades K-5/6), middle school or junior high school (grades 6-8/9), and high school (grades 9-12). Students can earn a high school diploma, Regents diploma, or Honors Regents diploma. After high school, students can pursue further education at a college or university, where they can earn associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctorate degrees.
This document discusses contemporary British culture and society, focusing on how people spend their leisure time. It explores factors like gender, work, education, class and age that influence leisure activities. Popular pastimes include watching television, listening to music, reading, and puzzles at home. Outside the home, activities range from pub visits, restaurants, cinema, museums to various sports. Gender and class differences exist in leisure choices.
The document lists common collocations used in application letters, including phrases for attending courses or interviews, gaining experience, applying for and holding jobs, obtaining training and qualifications, supplying information, enclosing application materials, taking on roles and responsibilities, and being given opportunities. It also includes collocations used to describe experience, training, knowledge, jobs, and current employment status.
This document provides a template and guidelines for writing effective reference letters. The template outlines the typical structure of a reference letter, including an introduction paragraph describing the writer's relationship to the candidate, a second paragraph with specific details about the candidate's qualifications, and a concluding paragraph recommending the candidate. The document also provides tips on identifying the candidate's strongest attributes that are relevant to the position and constructing the letter around 1-3 of those attributes. Sample reference letters are included for a teacher, personal acquaintance, and babysitter to demonstrate these guidelines.
Este documento resume el nivel de cumplimiento de la programación por temas de un curso de idiomas. Cubrió temas como identificación personal, vivienda y entorno, actividades de la vida diaria, tiempo libre y ocio, viajes y transportes, y ciencia y tecnologÃa. Algunos temas como relaciones humanas, salud, alimentación e información y comunicación no se cubrieron completamente o necesitan reforzarse. Los temas subrayados no se trataron el año anterior.
The document provides feedback and advice for improving oral presentation skills. It suggests that students reflect on their weaknesses based on how they felt after a mock interview and their teacher's feedback. It then lists actions students can take to improve areas like organization, fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and fully addressing topics. Students are encouraged to practice their skills through activities like making speech drafts, focusing on isolated sounds, listening to models, and recording themselves speaking for 3 minutes. The overall message is that with motivation and hard work, students are capable of passing tests and communicating effectively.
This document outlines the topics and learning objectives for Unit 2 of a curriculum. The unit covers housing, cities and communities, travel and transportation, human relationships and social etiquette, and science and technology. Specific topics include parts of a house and furniture, living abroad, virtual communities on computers and the internet, and technology applied to homes. By the end of the unit, students will be able to describe houses and communities, discuss living situations, recommend places, and converse about technology and online interactions.
Barbie writes a sarcastic letter to Santa expressing her dissatisfaction with her role and image. She requests a more comfortable wardrobe, functional underwear, a boyfriend with actual anatomy, breast reduction surgery, and a new career path like systems analyst or PR executive. She threatens to cause problems for Christmas if her wishes are not granted. The letter emphasizes Barbie's frustration with always having to look attractive and her limited career options.
This unit summary outlines learning objectives related to describing personal ambitions and achievements using different tenses. It also covers using prepositions correctly, expressing preferences, discussing language learning, providing information about school systems in the US and UK, understanding passive structures, and comprehending radio news and adventure TV shows. The objectives are connected to curriculum topics like personal identification, daily activities, leisure time, and education.
This document provides examples of common language used in classroom instruction and interaction between teachers and students. It includes greetings and questions to check on students at the beginning of class, instructions for classroom activities and tasks, questions to check comprehension, ways to conclude class and assign homework, and phrases for giving feedback and corrections to students.
The United States educational system varies by state but typically includes elementary school (grades K-5/6), middle school or junior high school (grades 6-8/9), and high school (grades 9-12). Students can earn a high school diploma, Regents diploma, or Honors Regents diploma. After high school, students can pursue further education at a college or university, where they can earn associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctorate degrees.