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**1. INTENTIONAL READING** : Intentional Reading refers to a purposeful and focused approach to reading, where the reader engages with the material with a specific goal or intention in mind. Unlike casual or passive reading, intentional reading involves a deliberate effort to extract meaning, under...

**1. INTENTIONAL READING** : Intentional Reading refers to a purposeful and focused approach to reading, where the reader engages with the material with a specific goal or intention in mind. Unlike casual or passive reading, intentional reading involves a deliberate effort to extract meaning, understand key points, and retain the information. ### **Benefits of Intentional Reading**: - **Improved Comprehension**: By focusing on the material with a clear goal, you are more likely to understand and remember what you read. - **Better Retention**: Active engagement through note-taking or summarization increases memory retention. - **Critical Thinking**: Intentional reading encourages you to think critically about what you read, questioning its validity and considering alternative perspectives. - **Efficient Learning**: With a specific goal, you can prioritize important information and avoid unnecessary distractions, making your reading more efficient. - **Application of Knowledge**: This method makes it easier to apply what you've read to real-life situations or future learning. **2. SHORT NARRATIVES AND PASSAGES** Short Narratives and Passages are brief stories or excerpts from larger works that convey an idea, emotion, or message within a limited space. They are commonly used in both academic and creative contexts to highlight key elements of storytelling or to practice reading comprehension and writing skills. ### **Short Narratives**: A short narrative is a concise story that focuses on a specific event or a moment in time. These are typically 1-2 paragraphs long but can convey a complete story arc with a beginning, middle, and end. The key to a successful short narrative is to make it brief yet engaging, often with vivid descriptions or emotional appeal. **Sequential Writing :** Sequential writing refers to organizing content in a logical, step-by-step manner, guiding the reader through a series of ideas or events in the order they occur. This method is particularly useful when explaining processes, telling stories, or presenting detailed instructions. ### Key Features of Sequential Writing: 1. **Chronological Order**: Events or steps are arranged from the first to the last in the order they occur. 2. **Clear Transitions**: Use transition words such as *first*, *next*, *then*, *after that*, and *finally* to guide the reader smoothly. 3. **Detail-Oriented**: Each step or event is described clearly to ensure the reader can follow without confusion. 4. **Consistency**: Maintain a logical flow without skipping any critical steps or details. ### **What is the primary purpose of sequential writing?** The main goal of sequential writing is to guide the reader through a process or series of events in an organized and logical order. This makes complex instructions or narratives easier to follow and understand. ### **When should I use sequential writing?** Sequential writing is best used when: - Giving step-by-step instructions or how-tos. - Narrating events in chronological order, such as in storytelling. - Writing reports or recounts that require a clear, time-based flow. ### **What are common mistakes in sequential writing?** - **Skipping Steps**: Omitting crucial steps can confuse readers. - **Lack of Clarity**: Using vague or ambiguous language can make steps hard to follow. - **Poor Transitions**: Failing to use transition words can make the writing feel disjointed. - **Overloading Details**: Providing too many unnecessary details can overwhelm the reader. ### **What are some good transition words for sequential writing?** Some effective transition words and phrases include: - *First*, *initially*, *to start*. - *Next*, *then*, *after that*. - *Subsequently*, *following this*. - *Finally*, *in the end*, *lastly*. ### **How can I ensure my sequence is easy to follow?** - **Draft an Outline**: Plan out the steps or events before writing. - **Be Specific**: Clearly explain each step so that someone unfamiliar with the task can follow along. - **Use Visual Aids**: For complex sequences, consider adding diagrams, bullet points, or numbers. - **Review and Revise**: Ensure there are no missing steps or logical gaps. **4. JUMBLED SENTENCES:** Jumbled sentences refer to a set of sentences or phrases that are mixed up and need to be arranged in the correct order to form a coherent sequence. These exercises are often used to test a person's comprehension, logical thinking, and grasp of syntax. Below is a guide on how to approach jumbled sentences and examples for practice. ### How to Approach Jumbled Sentences: 1. **Identify the Context**: Read all the sentences and try to understand the overall topic or situation. 2. **Look for Key Clues**: - **Opening Sentence**: Usually introduces the main idea or sets the stage. - **Connecting Words**: Words like *however*, *therefore*, *meanwhile*, and *subsequently* can help determine order. - **Chronological Clues**: If the text follows a timeline, look for time indicators (e.g., *first*, *then*, *finally*). - **Pronouns and Articles**: Sentences using *he*, *she*, *it*, *they*, or *the* may refer to something mentioned earlier. 3. **Form Logical Connections**: Pair sentences that logically follow one another. 4. **Check Coherence**: Once arranged, read the sentences to ensure the flow makes sense. ### Example of Jumbled Sentences: **Original Jumbled Sentences**: 1. He decided to visit the park to clear his mind. 2. John was feeling stressed after a long week at work. 3. While walking, he noticed the vibrant flowers and birds. 4. The fresh air and natural beauty lifted his spirits. **Rearranged Sequence**: 1\. John was feeling stressed after a long week at work. 2\. He decided to visit the park to clear his mind. 3\. While walking, he noticed the vibrant flowers and birds. 4\. The fresh air and natural beauty lifted his spirits. **5. PROCESS DESCRIPTION:** A process description is a detailed explanation of how a specific task or activity is completed from start to finish. It breaks down each step in sequence, ensuring the reader can follow along and understand how to perform or visualize the process. ### Key Elements of a Good Process Description: 1. **Title**: Clearly states what the process is (e.g., *How to Bake a Cake*). 2. **Introduction**: Briefly explains the purpose of the process and what the reader will achieve by following it. 3. **Materials or Tools Needed**: Lists everything required to complete the process. 4. **Steps**: A detailed, sequential list of actions to be taken. 5. **Tips and Warnings**: Highlights important advice or potential pitfalls to avoid. 6. **Conclusion**: Summarizes the result of completing the process and what the reader should expect. ### Steps for Writing a Process Description: - Break down the task into key stages or steps. - Ensure each step logically follows the previous one. - Use clear, simple language. - Include relevant details to avoid ambiguity. - Use words like *first*, *next*, *then*, and *finally* to guide the reader. - Add suggestions or warnings to improve the process or prevent common mistakes. - Make sure each step is clear and concise, and that no steps are missing. ### Example of a Process Description: **Title**: *How to Change a Flat Tire* **Introduction**: Changing a flat tire is a useful skill that can save time and keep you safe during an emergency. Follow these steps to replace your tire successfully. **Materials Needed**: - Spare tire - Jack - Lug wrench - Car manual (optional) - Reflective triangle or flares (for safety) **Steps**: 1. **Find a Safe Location**: Pull over to a flat, stable area away from traffic. Turn on your hazard lights and place reflective triangles behind your car if necessary. 2. **Secure the Vehicle**: Engage the parking brake to ensure the car doesn\'t move. 3. **Loosen the Lug Nuts**: Use the lug wrench to slightly loosen the lug nuts on the flat tire, but don't remove them yet. 4. **Raise the Car with the Jack**: Position the jack under the car\'s frame and lift the car until the flat tire is off the ground. 5. **Remove the Lug Nuts and Tire**: Take off the loosened lug nuts and carefully pull the tire off the hub. 6. **Place the Spare Tire**: Align the spare tire with the lug nut posts and slide it onto the hub. 7. **Tighten the Lug Nuts**: Hand-tighten the lug nuts onto the spare tire. 8. **Lower the Car and Tighten**: Use the jack to lower the car to the ground, then fully tighten the lug nuts in a crisscross pattern to ensure even pressure. 9. **Check the Tightness**: Ensure all lug nuts are securely tightened. **Tips and Warnings**: - Always check the spare tire's air pressure before driving. - Avoid over-tightening the lug nuts, as this can damage the bolts. **Conclusion**: By following these steps, you can change a flat tire and be back on the road safely and confidently. **6. Verbs :** Verbs are words that describe actions, states, or occurrences. They are essential components of sentences, as they indicate what the subject is doing or experiencing. Verbs can be categorized in various ways, including by type, tense, and form. Verbs can be classified into **main verbs** and **auxiliary (helping) verbs**, both of which play essential roles in forming sentences. ### **Main Verbs** - **Definition**: Main verbs are the primary verbs in a sentence that show the main action or state of being. - **Function**: They carry the core meaning and can stand alone. - **Examples**: - *run*, *read*, *sing*, *create*, *exist*. - **Sentence**: She *writes* a letter. (*writes* is the main verb showing the action) ### **Auxiliary (Helping) Verbs** - **Definition**: Auxiliary verbs assist the main verb and are used to form different tenses, voices, moods, or aspects. - **Common Auxiliary Verbs**: - **Forms of \"be\"**: am, is, are, was, were. - **Forms of \"have\"**: has, have, had. - **Forms of \"do\"**: do, does, did. - **Function**: They help express time, modality, or emphasis and cannot stand alone without a main verb. - **Examples**: - *She is reading a book.* (*is* helps form the present continuous tense) - *They have completed the project.* (*have* helps form the present perfect tense) - *Do* you *know* the answer?\* (*do* is used for emphasis or question formation) ### **Auxiliary Verbs in Combination with Main Verbs** Auxiliary verbs are combined with main verbs to create various verb tenses, passive voice, or negative forms. **Examples of Combinations**: - **Present Continuous**: *She is running* in the park. - **Past Perfect**: *He had finished* his homework before dinner. - **Future Tense**: *They will travel* next month. - **Passive Voice**: *The book was written* by the author. ### **Modal Auxiliary Verbs** Modal verbs are a special type of auxiliary verb that express necessity, ability, permission, or possibility. - **Common Modal Verbs**: *can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would*. - **Examples**: - *She can swim* fast. (*can* expresses ability) - *You must finish* your homework. (*must* shows necessity) ### **Examples and Explanations**: 1. **Main Verb Alone**: - *He dances well.* - *dances* is the main verb, showing the action. 2. **Main Verb with Auxiliary Verb**: - *She is dancing at the party.* - *is* is the auxiliary verb, and *dancing* is the main verb forming the present continuous tense. 3. **Main Verb with Modal Auxiliary Verb**: - *They should call their parents.* - *should* is the modal auxiliary, and *call* is the main verb expressing obligation. ### **Using Auxiliary Verbs to Form Questions and Negatives**: - **Questions**: Auxiliary verbs come before the subject. - *Are* you *coming* to the meeting?\* - **Negatives**: Auxiliary verbs combine with *not* for negation. - *He is not working* today. **7. SIMPLE TENSES** Simple tenses are verb tenses used to indicate actions or states of being without any indication of their ongoing nature or completion over time. They are - Simple present - Simple past and - Simple future. ### **Simple Present Tense** **Definition**: The simple present tense expresses actions that are habitual, general truths, or facts that occur regularly. - **Examples**: - *I **read** books every night.* (habit) - *The Earth **revolves** around the sun.* (general truth) - *She **teaches** math at the local school.* (fact) ### **Simple Past Tense** **Definition**: The simple past tense is used to describe actions that were completed in the past at a definite time. - **Examples**: - *He **visited** his grandparents last weekend.* (completed action) - *They **watched** the fireworks show yesterday.* (specific past time) - *She **won** the competition last year.* (event completed in the past) ### **Simple Future Tense** **Definition**: The simple future tense indicates actions or events that will happen at a later time. - **Examples**: - *We **will travel** to Italy next summer.* (future plan) - *She **will start** her new job next week.* (future event) - *It **will rain** tomorrow, according to the forecast.* (prediction) **8. WORD FORMATION:** Word formation refers to the process by which new words are created in a language. It involves using existing words, prefixes, suffixes, or other methods to form new words or adjust the meaning of existing ones. This process helps expand vocabulary and adapt to new ideas or concepts. ### **Types of Word Formation** - **Prefix**: Adds a beginning part to a word. - Example: *Un* + happy = *unhappy* (prefix *un-* changes the meaning to \"not\"). - Example: *Pre* + view = *preview* (prefix *pre-* means \"before\"). - **Suffix**: Adds an ending part to a word. - Example: *Teach* + *er* = *teacher* (suffix *-er* refers to the person who teaches). - Example: *Harm* + *ful* = *harmful* (suffix *-ful* means \"full of\"). - **Infix**: Adding a morpheme in the middle of a word, though it\'s rarer in English. - Example: Infixes are more common in languages like Tagalog, but in English, we might see playful infixes like *abso-* in *abso-lutely*. ### **9. COMPOUND WORDS:** ### Combining two or more words to form a new word. - Example: *Sun* + *flower* = *sunflower* (a flower that grows in the sun). - Example: *Tooth* + *brush* = *toothbrush* (an object used for brushing teeth). ### **Examples of Compound Words**: **Compound Word** **Type** **Meaning** ------------------- -------------------- ----------------------------------------- **Sunflower** Compound Noun A type of flower that resembles the sun **Toothpaste** Compound Noun A paste used for cleaning teeth **Well-known** Compound Adjective Famous or widely recognized **Basketball** Compound Noun A game played with a ball and basket **Mother-in-law** Compound Noun The mother of one\'s spouse **Part-time** Compound Adjective Working less than full hours **Firefighter** Compound Noun A person who fights fires **Makeup** Compound Noun Cosmetics used to enhance appearance ### 10. **SCANNING PASSAGES**: Scanning is a technique used to quickly locate specific information within a passage without reading the entire text in detail. This is particularly useful when you're searching for specific data, facts, or answers to questions. Scanning is different from in-depth reading because it is more goal-oriented and selective, focusing on finding specific points rather than understanding the text as a whole. #### **Key Features of Scanning**: #### **Steps for Scanning**: **11. NOTE MAKING:** Note making is the process of summarizing and recording important information from a text, lecture, or discussion in a concise and organized manner. It helps in retaining and understanding the key points without unnecessary details. Effective note-making allows you to refer back to the essential content later. **12. NOTE TAKING :** Note-taking is the process of recording information from lectures, readings, or presentations in a condensed and organized manner. The goal of note-taking is to capture key ideas, concepts, and details that will help with later understanding and recall of the material. Effective note-taking helps you absorb and retain information more efficiently. **13. PARAGRAPH WRITING :** Paragraph writing involves creating a coherent group of sentences that focus on a single idea or topic. A well-structured paragraph should have a clear topic, supporting details, and a conclusion that ties everything together. **14. CONTINUOUS TENSES** (also called **progressive tenses**) are used to describe actions that are ongoing or in progress at a particular moment in time. These tenses emphasize the duration or continuity of an action, showing that the action is happening over a period of time rather than being a simple, static event. ### **Types of Continuous Tenses**: - **Definition**: The present continuous tense describes an action that is happening right now or is ongoing at the moment of speaking. - **Form**: Subject + **am/is/are** + verb + **-ing** (present participle) - **Examples**: - *I am reading a book.* (The action is happening right now.) - *She is studying for her exams.* (The action is in progress at this moment.) - *They are working on a new project.* (They are currently engaged in the work.) - **Definition**: The past continuous tense describes an action that was happening at a specific moment in the past or an action that was in progress when another event occurred. - **Form**: Subject + **was/were** + verb + **-ing** (past participle) - **Examples**: - *I was reading when the phone rang.* (The action was happening at a specific time in the past.) - *She was working all day yesterday.* (She was in the middle of the action at some point in the past.) - *They were playing football when it started raining.* (The action was interrupted by another event.) - **Definition**: The future continuous tense describes an action that will be in progress at a specific time in the future. - **Form**: Subject + **will be** + verb + **-ing** (present participle) - **Examples**: - *I will be traveling to Paris next week.* (The action will be happening at some point in the future.) - *She will be working late tomorrow evening.* (The action will be ongoing in the future.) - *They will be studying at 8 PM tonight.* (The action will be taking place at a specific time in the future.) Perfect Continuous Tenses (also called Perfect Progressive Tenses**)** are used to describe actions that started in the past, continue to the present, or will continue into the future, with a focus on the duration of the activity. These tenses combine the perfect aspect (which highlights completion) with the continuous aspect (which emphasizes ongoing action). ### **Types of Perfect Continuous Tenses**: - **Definition**: This tense describes an action that started in the past and is still continuing in the present, or was recently completed, with an emphasis on the duration or ongoing nature of the action. - **Form**: Subject + **have/has** + **been** + verb + **-ing** (present participle) - **Examples**: - *I have been reading for two hours.* (The action started in the past and continues in the present, emphasizing the duration of the activity.) - *She has been working all day.* (The action started earlier today and continues to the present.) - *They have been studying for the exam.* (This suggests they started studying some time ago and are likely still studying.) - **Definition**: This tense describes an action that was ongoing in the past before another action took place. It emphasizes the duration of the activity up to a certain point in the past. - **Form**: Subject + **had** + **been** + verb + **-ing** (past participle) - **Examples**: - *I had been waiting for an hour when the train finally arrived.* (The waiting started in the past and continued until the train arrived.) - *She had been working at the company for five years when she decided to quit.* (The action of working was in progress before another past event occurred.) - *They had been studying for the exam for weeks before they took it.* (The studying was ongoing for a period of time before another past event.) - **Definition**: This tense describes an action that will be ongoing at some point in the future and will continue up to a certain time. It emphasizes the duration of the activity. - **Form**: Subject + **will have been** + verb + **-ing** (present participle) - **Examples**: - *By next month, I will have been working here for five years.* (The action will be ongoing for a period of time and will reach a specific point in the future.) - *She will have been traveling for 10 hours by the time she arrives.* (The action will be happening continuously over a period of time before a specific future moment.) - *They will have been studying for three hours when the class ends.* (The action of studying will continue until a particular point in the future.) **14. PREPOSITIONS:** Prepositions are words that show relationships between nouns (or pronouns) and other words in a sentence. They indicate things like time, location, direction, cause, manner, or purpose. Prepositions typically come before a noun or pronoun to form a prepositional phrase, which adds more detail to a sentence. ### **Types of Prepositions**: - **Examples**: at, on, in, before, after, during, since, for - **Examples in sentences**: - *We will meet **at** 3 PM.* (specific time) - *He was born **on** Monday.* (specific day) - *They've been friends **for** years.* (duration) - *She arrived **before** noon.* (time before something) - **Examples**: at, on, in, under, above, between, behind, next to - **Examples in sentences**: - *The book is **on** the table.* (surface) - *She lives **in** New York.* (inside a city, country, or place) - *The keys are **under** the chair.* (position beneath) - *We sat **next to** each other.* (proximity) - **Examples**: to, into, onto, towards, across, along, through - **Examples in sentences**: - *She walked **to** the store.* (direction towards) - *The cat jumped **onto** the chair.* (movement to a surface) - *They traveled **across** the country.* (movement over an area) - *He swam **through** the pool.* (movement within) - **Examples**: by, with, in, like - **Examples in sentences**: - *She traveled **by** car.* (means of transportation) - *He cut the paper **with** scissors.* (tool used) - *They acted **in** a professional manner.* (way or method) - *She sings **like** an angel.* (comparison) - **Examples**: because of, due to, for, on account of - **Examples in sentences**: - *The match was canceled **because of** rain.* (reason for action) - *The flight was delayed **due to** bad weather.* (cause) - *She was praised **for** her hard work.* (reason or purpose) - **Examples**: for, to, in order to - **Examples in sentences**: - *She went to the store **for** groceries.* (purpose of the action) - *He worked hard **to** earn a promotion.* (goal or intention) - *They met **in order to** discuss the project.* (purpose) ### **Common Prepositions and Their Use**: - **At**: Used for specific times or locations. - *She is **at** the door.* (place) - *We will meet **at** 7 PM.* (time) - **On**: Used for surfaces, days, or dates. - *The book is **on** the table.* (surface) - *She arrived **on** Monday.* (day) - *I saw it **on** January 1st.* (date) - **In**: Used for larger spaces, periods of time, or enclosed spaces. - *He lives **in** a house.* (place) - *I will visit you **in** the morning.* (time) - **By**: Used for means of transportation, proximity, or authorship. - *I will travel **by** train.* (means of transport) - *The house is located **by** the river.* (proximity) - *This book was written **by** J.K. Rowling.* (authorship) - **With**: Used to show accompaniment or tools. - *She is coming **with** her friend.* (accompaniment) - *He opened the box **with** a knife.* (tool) ### **Prepositions in Phrasal Verbs**: Many verbs combine with prepositions (or adverbs) to form **phrasal verbs** with a specific meaning. These phrases are common in everyday speech and writing. - **Examples**: - *He **gave up** smoking.* (gave up = quit) - *She **ran into** an old friend.* (ran into = encountered unexpectedly) - *They **looked after** their younger siblings.* (looked after = cared for) ### **Common Mistakes with Prepositions**: 1. **Incorrect Use of \"At\" and \"In\" for Time**: - *Correct*: *I will meet you **at** 5 PM.* (specific time) - *Incorrect*: *I will meet you **in** 5 PM.* 2. **\"For\" vs. \"Since\"**: - *Correct*: *She has lived here **for** five years.* (duration) - *Correct*: *She has lived here **since** 2018.* (starting point in time) 3. **Prepositions After Verbs**: - *Correct*: *She is interested **in** painting.* (interest in) - *Incorrect*: *She is interested **on** painting.* **15. ARTICLES** Articles are words that define a noun as specific or unspecific. In English, there are two types of articles: **definite** and **indefinite**. ### **Types of Articles**: - **Definition**: \"The\" is used to refer to a specific or particular noun. It is used when both the speaker and the listener know exactly what is being talked about. - **Examples**: - *I saw **the** movie you recommended.* (The specific movie that was recommended.) - *She is **the** teacher of our class.* (A specific teacher that both know about.) - *Please pass me **the** book on the table.* (The specific book on the table.) - **Definition**: These articles refer to a non-specific or general noun. They are used when you mention something for the first time or when it is not important which one in particular. - **\"A\"** is used before words that begin with a consonant sound. - **\"An\"** is used before words that begin with a vowel sound (a, e, i, o, u). - *I saw **a** cat in the garden.* (Any cat, not a specific one.) - *She wants **a** glass of water.* (Any glass, not a specific one.) - *I would like **an** apple.* (Any apple, not a specific one.) - *He is **an** honest man.* (The \"h\" in \"honest\" is silent, so it starts with a vowel sound.) ### **When to Use Articles**: 1. **\"The\" (Definite Article)**: - **Used when talking about something specific or known**: - *The car outside is mine.* (The car is specific and known to both the speaker and the listener.) - **Used when something has been mentioned before**: - *I saw a movie yesterday. **The** movie was great.* (Referring back to the movie mentioned earlier.) - **Used when there is only one of something**: - *The sun is shining today.* (There is only one sun.) - **Used with superlatives**: - *She is **the** best student in the class.* - **Used with geographical names** (e.g., rivers, seas, countries with plural names, etc.): - *He is traveling to **the** Netherlands.* (Plural country name) - *We visited **the** Eiffel Tower.* (A specific landmark) 2. **\"A\" and \"An\" (Indefinite Articles)**: - **Used when talking about something non-specific or when mentioning something for the first time**: - *I saw **a** dog in the park.* (Not a specific dog, just any dog.) - **Used with professions, nationalities, or religions**: - *She is **a** doctor.* (Not a specific doctor, but a person with that profession.) - *He is **an** American.* (Refers to nationality, not a specific person.) - **Used with singular, countable nouns**: - *I would like **a** cup of tea.* (A single, countable cup of tea.) **16. SINGLE WORD SUBSTITUTES :** Single Word Substitutes are words that can replace longer phrases or sentences, making the language more concise and precise. They often help avoid repetition and simplify communication. Below are some common single-word substitutes for everyday phrases: ### **Common Single Word Substitutes**: 1. **Person Who Writes Letters** = **Letter Writer** - Example: *He is a skilled **correspondent**.* (instead of saying \"person who writes letters\") 2. **A Person Who Believes in the Superiority of Their Own Race** = **Racist** - Example: *His actions were considered **racist**.* 3. **A Person Who Works for Free** = **Volunteer** - Example: *She is a dedicated **volunteer** at the shelter.* 4. **One Who Does Not Like to Spend Money** = **Miser** - Example: *He is such a **miser**; he never spends money on himself.* 5. **A Person Who Writes or Composes Music** = **Composer** - Example: *Ludwig van Beethoven was a famous **composer**.* 6. **A Collection of Poems** = **Anthology** - Example: *The library has a wonderful **anthology** of modern poetry.* 7. **A Person Who Loves or Is Interested in Books** = **Bibliophile** - Example: *She is a **bibliophile** who collects rare books.* 8. **A Person Who Cares for Animals** = **Veterinarian** - Example: *The **veterinarian** treated the sick dog.* 9. **One Who Studies Plants** = **Botanist** - Example: *She is a **botanist** who specializes in tropical plants.* 10. **A Person Who Works in the Field of Law** = **Lawyer** - Example: *The **lawyer** helped her win the case.* 11. **A Person Who Repairs Watches** = **Watchmaker** - Example: *The **watchmaker** fixed my broken wristwatch.* 12. **A Place Where Animals Are Cared For** = **Zoo** - Example: *We visited the **zoo** during our holiday.* 13. **A Person Who Studies the Stars and the Universe** = **Astronomer** - Example: *An **astronomer** discovered a new planet last week.* 14. **A Person Who Does Not Believe in God** = **Atheist** - Example: *He identifies as an **atheist**.* 15. **A Group of Wolves** = **Pack** - Example: *The **pack** of wolves moved through the forest.* 16. **A Person Who Delivers News** = **Reporter** - Example: *The **reporter** interviewed witnesses at the scene.* 17. **A Thing That Cannot Be Trusted** = **Fallacy** - Example: *The idea that the Earth is flat is a **fallacy**.* 18. **A Government by a King or Queen** = **Monarchy** - Example: *The United Kingdom is a **monarchy**.* 19. **A Person Who Believes in or Advocates for Women\'s Rights** = **Feminist** - Example: *She is a passionate **feminist** who fights for equal rights.* 20. **A Large Group of People** = **Crowd** - Example: *A **crowd** gathered outside the stadium.* 21. **A Person Who Paints** = **Painter** - Example: *The **painter** created a beautiful landscape.* 22. **A Person Who Instructs or Teaches in a School** = **Teacher** - Example: *The **teacher** gave us an assignment for the weekend.* 23. **A Place Where Books are Kept** = **Library** - Example: *I borrowed this book from the **library**.* 24. **A Study of the Past** = **History** - Example: *He is interested in **history** and ancient civilizations.* 25. **A Large Building Where People Stay When Traveling** = **Hotel** - Example: *We stayed at a five-star **hotel** during our trip.* ### **More Examples of Single Word Substitutes**: - A Person Who Speaks Several Languages = **Polyglot** - **A** Book Containing Information About a Specific Topic = **Manual** - A Person Who Cannot Speak = **Mute** - A Person Who Cannot See = **Blind** - A Person Who Cannot Hear = **Deaf** - A Place Where Ships Dock = **Harbor** - A Person Who Is Always Happy = **Optimist** - A Person Who Is Always Pessimistic = **Pessimist** - A Person Who Catches Criminals = **Detective** - A Person Who Performs Magic Tricks = **Magician** - A Person Who Studies Ancient Civilizations = **Archaeologist** **17. PHRASAL VERBS :** Phrasal verbs are combinations of verbs and one or more particles (prepositions or adverbs) that create a meaning different from the original verb. These combinations are widely used in English and can be tricky because their meaning is not always obvious from the individual words. ### **Common Phrasal Verbs with Meanings and Examples**: - *They decided to **break up** after five years together.* - *She **brought up** an important issue during the meeting.* - *The manager **called off** the meeting due to the weather.* - *I **came across** an old letter while cleaning the attic.* - *She **came up with** a brilliant idea for the project.* - *They really **get along** with each other.* - *He **gave up** smoking after many years.* - *The show will **go on** despite the rain.* - *She **looks after** her elderly parents.* - *You can **look up** the word in the dictionary.* - *Can you **pick up** the groceries on your way home?* - *We need to **set up** the equipment before the presentation.* - *The plane will **take off** in 30 minutes.* - *His career really **took off** after that interview.* - *She didn\'t **turn up** to the party until late.* - *He likes to **work out** at the gym every morning.* - *We need to **work out** the details of the plan.* **18. INTERPRETATION OF TABLES** Interpretation of tables refers to the process of analyzing and explaining the information presented in a table format. Tables are often used to organize and present data clearly, and interpreting them correctly is important for drawing meaningful conclusions or making decisions based on the data. **19. Charts and Graphs** Charts and Graphs are visual representations of data, designed to make complex information easier to understand and analyze. They help to highlight trends, relationships, and patterns in data, which would be difficult to interpret from raw numbers alone. **Flow Chart:** A flow chart is a type of diagram that visually represents a process, workflow, or system, illustrating the sequence of steps or actions needed to complete a task or achieve a goal. Flow charts use standardized symbols connected by arrows to show the direction of flow, helping to explain how different steps in the process are related. ### **Purpose of a Flow Chart**: - To **visualize processes** or workflows in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. - To **document a process**, making it easier to analyze, improve, or troubleshoot. - To **simplify complex procedures** by breaking them down into manageable steps. **Pie Chart:** A pie chart is a circular graph divided into slices to illustrate numerical proportions or percentages of a whole. Each slice represents a category, and the size of each slice corresponds to its proportionate contribution to the total. Pie charts are particularly effective for showing how different parts make up a whole, and they are commonly used to represent data in a clear and visually appealing way. ### **Key Features of a Pie Chart**: 1. **Circle**: The entire circle represents the total or 100% of the data being displayed. 2. **Slices**: Each slice of the pie represents a category or part of the whole. The size of the slice corresponds to the proportion of that category within the total. 3. **Labels**: Labels are used to identify each slice, showing what it represents (e.g., a category or group). Sometimes, labels also include the percentage or value associated with each slice. 4. **Legend (optional)**: A legend can be added to the chart to help users understand which color or pattern represents each category. ### **When to Use a Pie Chart**: - **Proportional Representation**: When you want to show the relative proportions of different categories or groups within a total. - **Comparing Parts of a Whole**: When you need to compare how different parts contribute to a whole, such as market share, population distribution, or survey results. - **Simple and Small Datasets**: Pie charts work best for datasets with a limited number of categories (usually 4 to 6), as more categories can make the chart difficult to read and interpret. **Bar Chart:** A bar chart (or bar graph) is a visual representation of data where individual categories are represented by rectangular bars. The length or height of each bar is proportional to the value or frequency of the category it represents. Bar charts are widely used to compare different categories or groups in a dataset, making them one of the most commonly used types of charts for data visualization. ### **Key Features of a Bar Chart**: 1. **Bars**: Each bar represents a category or group. The length or height of the bar indicates the value or frequency of the category. - **Vertical Bar Chart**: The bars are oriented vertically (up and down). - **Horizontal Bar Chart**: The bars are oriented horizontally (left to right). 2. **X-axis (Horizontal Axis)**: Typically represents the categories being compared (e.g., names of products, years, etc.). 3. **Y-axis (Vertical Axis)**: Represents the values, quantities, or frequencies of each category. 4. **Spacing**: The bars are usually separated by gaps to visually distinguish the categories. 5. **Labels**: Each bar is labeled with the category it represents and, in some cases, the actual value at the top or end of the bar. ### **When to Use a Bar Chart**: - **Comparing Categories**: When you need to compare the values of different categories (e.g., sales for different products, population of different cities). - **Displaying Discrete Data**: Bar charts work well with discrete data where each category is distinct (e.g., product types, departments, etc.). - **Showing Trends**: A bar chart can also show trends over time, especially if the categories represent time periods (e.g., monthly sales over the year). **20. FORMAL LETTER WRITING** Formal Letter Writing is an essential skill, particularly in professional, academic, and official contexts. A formal letter follows a structured format and tone to communicate clear and respectful messages. It is often used for various purposes such as job applications, requests, complaints, or inquiries. **21. EMAIL WRITING** Email Writing is a crucial skill for both personal and professional communication. Writing an effective email involves using a clear structure, appropriate tone, and being concise while conveying the intended message.