20130118

English Synonyms (Answer Keys)

Synonyms for quit
A1 The train to Rotterdam departs at 6 pm sharp.
answer: (c) departs
A2 Have you heard that Mrs Andrews resigned from the board of directors?
answer: (d) resigned
A3 This exercise was very difficult and I finally gave up.
answer: (d) gave up
A4 Disloyal sailors often desert their ship.
answer: (c) desert
A5 You have to quit smoking because it's not good for you!
answer: (b) quit
A6 The teacher asked the noisy students to quit talking.
answer: (c) quit
A7 My best friend deserted me in a time of need.
answer: (b) deserted
A8 He easily abandoned his career.
answer: (c) abandoned
A9 Why did Jason abandon his wife?
answer: (c) abandon
A10 Cuckoos usually desert their nests.
answer: (b) desert

English Synonyms (Answer Keys)

Synonyms for quit
A1 The train to Rotterdam departs at 6 pm sharp.
answer: (c) departs
A2 Have you heard that Mrs Andrews resigned from the board of directors?
answer: (d) resigned
A3 This exercise was very difficult and I finally gave up.
answer: (d) gave up
A4 Disloyal sailors often desert their ship.
answer: (c) desert
A5 You have to quit smoking because it's not good for you!
answer: (b) quit
A6 The teacher asked the noisy students to quit talking.
answer: (c) quit
A7 My best friend deserted me in a time of need.
answer: (b) deserted
A8 He easily abandoned his career.
answer: (c) abandoned
A9 Why did Jason abandon his wife?
answer: (c) abandon
A10 Cuckoos usually desert their nests.
answer: (b) desert

20130117

THE WORLD ACCORDING TO JANE AUSTEN

TO celebrate the 200th anniversary of the publication of Pride And Prejudice a compendium of quotes showcases the great Jane Austen's timeless wit and wisdom.
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THE WORLD ACCORDING TO JANE AUSTEN

TO celebrate the 200th anniversary of the publication of Pride And Prejudice a compendium of quotes showcases the great Jane Austen's timeless wit and wisdom.
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SNOW JOKE! BRITAIN BRACED FOR WORST SNOWSTORM IN YEARS AS MET OFFICE ISSUE RARE RED ALERT

BRITAIN is braced for the “worst snowstorm in years” to strike tonight bringing up to a foot of snow across the country.The entire country faces heavy snowfall and blizzards with up to a foot expected on high ground and several inches elsewhere.
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SNOW JOKE! BRITAIN BRACED FOR WORST SNOWSTORM IN YEARS AS MET OFFICE ISSUE RARE RED ALERT

BRITAIN is braced for the “worst snowstorm in years” to strike tonight bringing up to a foot of snow across the country.The entire country faces heavy snowfall and blizzards with up to a foot expected on high ground and several inches elsewhere.
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20130116

HOW 15 MINUTES CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE


Being active helps control weight, lowers blood pressure and cholesterol and also improves mental health.
We should aim for 150 minutes of exercise a week. You can break that down into manageable chunks such as 15 minutes in the morning and the same after lunch or in the evening. Aerobic activity is best for your heart. It should make you feel warmer, breathe harder and make your heart beat faster than usual.