UNIT 12- THE POWER OF STORIES

Since we were young, we’ve been exposed to stories to express anger, happiness, frustration, joy, and we find common ground with other people so that we can communicate with them.
Why are stories more powerful than you think?
What does this proverb mean: “the one who tells the story rules the world”? Post your answers, after watching the video:

UNIT 11- IS OUR FUTURE WRITTEN ON STONE?

There are many ways of foreseeing our future an optimistic, a pessimistic and a realistic, but is that it? Do we have to make our choices in order to learn from them? I invite you to read this speech given by Steve Jobs, and I would like you to tell us.

Which story did you like the most? Why?

Is it correct to make future choices with our hearts? Explain.

UNIT 10: MAKING IMPORTANT DECISIONS WHEN GROWING UP!

What is the most terrifying thing about growing up? A new school? Relationships? Well, the answer to these questions can be quite different from what you expected. The answer is making right choices.

As we grow up, we face different decisions, since choosing your birthday cake or present until what career or university you will go to. Are these decisions important? Definitely, because they will mark our path to follow and they will play a main role in our goals achievement.

How can we learn to make good choices. I found nice tips:

Share with us:

·         What has been the most important choices in your life? Explain.

·         Do you make your important decisions alone or do you ask for any kind of help? If so, who’s that person?

Post your answers and get extra points!

UNIT 9: OUR FESTIVALS AND TRADITIONS

Did you know that our festivals are ranked among the best cultural celebrations worldwide? Not only they’re colorful and energetic, but also full of traditions and gastronomy. We receive tourists from all around the world with open arms.

Our rich culture and ancestral traditions marvel all visitors young and old, our exotic blend of Catholic and Andean traditions make unique festivities, which are getting more popular year after year.

Worldwide are known MArinera festival in Trujillo, Inti Raymi in Cuzco, Candelaria Festivity in Puno.

Which celebrations do you think need to be included on this list? Why?

Share your answers and get extra points in your homework 2.

UNIT 8: FUTURE OF LANGUAGES!

Because you’re studying English with us, you know the important role of languages when you think about your future related to your studies or professional plans. But not always English played an important role. In the past French and Latin were dominant, but what will happen in the future? Let’s watch a video in order to answer these questions:

·         What will be the most spoken language in 2050?

·         What are the top 5 business languages?

·         Which language would you like to study in the future? Why?

·         Post your answers and get extra points in your homework

UNIT 7- Amazing constructions!

As you know, men of different civilizations have tried to keep track of their progress, presence and strength, maybe that’s why we have amazing constructions, built all around the world. Since the pyramids in Egypt until The Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, we can see their great progress in the use of materials, and creativity. Their influence on their people and their legacy for coming generations.

Wach the video and answer:

*Which constructions have you visited? Did you like them? Explain

*If your answer is negative. Which constructions would you like to visit? why?

Welcome!

Welcome to the blog that has been specifically designed for Comprensión Lectora en Inglés -Course 3 – administered by Idiomas Católica.

This blog aims at providing opportunities for participants to exchange information related to the course. Although our reading course is not meant to develop oral or written communication skills, we have noticed that many of you can and wish to “have your say” in English about issues that we look at in the course. Your participation in this blog can award you up to 5 points in the assessment area labelled Tareas de Evaluación Continua.

Ready to begin? It is easy. The questions on the next message are waiting to be answered! You may want to participate TWICE. The first time, just write your answers to the questions. The second time, you are supposed to reply somebody else’s answer.

Enjoy the experience!

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