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Dave Kapell, founder of Magnetic Poetry, was suffering from writer's block while trying to compose song lyrics. To overcome this problem, he wrote down interesting words on pieces of paper and rearranged them, looking for inspiration. What he hadn't figured into this experiment was his allergies. One good sneeze and any progress was sent flying across the room. Dave decided to glue the words to pieces of magnets and stick them to a pizza tin. Then he got hungry and the now magnetized words made their way to the refrigerator door. Before too long, Dave wasn't the only one rearranging his would-be song lyrics. When friends came over, Dave noticed they started to move the magnets around, amusing themselves by writing the first magnetic poems.

After seeing his friends having fun, Dave thought he might be able to sell his word kits at a local craft fair. He made up 100 kits and set up shop at Calhoun Square, a mall in the Uptown area of Minneapolis. All 100 kits were gone after 3 hours. That night, he recruited as many friends as pizza and beer could draw and made up more kits--all of which sold as rapidly the next day.

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'Gerund or Infinitive ?' Quiz - Exercise & Worksheet - UsingEnglish.com

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Gerunds & Infinitives - Grammar Explanation & Exercises

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Gerunds & Infinitives - Grammar Explanation & Exercises

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These lines remind me that no matter where we are, being human is our greatest identity.
Inspired by the words of our national poet, Kazi Nazrul Islam.

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Maria’s translation:

“The bird and the nest” by Salomé Ureña

Why are you scare, simple bird?

Why do you fix your eyes on me?

I do not intend, poor little bird, to

Take your nest away from here.

Here, in the hard stone hole,

quiet and alone y saw you pass, I bring you flowers from the plain, for you decorate your free home.

Google’s translation:

The Bird and the Nest

Why do you get scared, simple bird?

Why do you stare at me?

I don't intend, poor little bird,

to take your nest away from here.

Here, in the hollow of hard stone,

I saw you quietly and alone passing by,

and I bring flowers from the plain

to decorate your free home.

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This is a poem from Peruvian writer.

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I chose two poems. Because one is a haiku, which is very simple.

Matsuo Basho

Frog Poem

2.

Old pond

Frogs jumped in

Sound of water.

3.

The ancient pond

A frog leaps in

The sound of the water.

By Donald Keene

4.

The words are different.

Donald Keene’s English translation uses words that evoke a sense of atmosphere and history.

Morning Relay

— by Shuntaro Tanikawa

2.

While a young man in Kamchatka dreams of giraffes,

A girl in Mexico waits for her bus in the morning mist.

As a girl in New York smiles and turns in her sleep,

A boy in Rome winks at the morning sun that colors the column tops.

Somewhere on this Earth, morning is always beginning.

We are passing the mornings along,

from one longitude to another —

taking turns, so to speak,

to keep watch over our planet.

If you listen carefully before you fall asleep,

you can hear an alarm clock ringing far away.

That is the proof

that someone, somewhere,

has surely received the morning you have sent.

3.

When a young man in Kamchatka dreams of giraffes

A girl in Mexico waits for the bus in the morning mist

When a girl in New York turns over in bed with a smile

A boy in Rome winks at the morning sun that colors the column capital

On this Earth, morning is always beginning somewhere

We relay the morning

From longitude to longitude

Taking turns to protect the Earth

Before sleep, listen closely Somewhere far away,

an alarm clock rings.

It is proof that the morning you sent has been firmly received by someone.

4.

The English translation of the poem uses simple words.

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Julian Tuwim – "The Glasses" (translation)

Running, shouting Mr. Hilary:

“Where on earth are my glasses? Hurry!”

Looks in pockets, coats, and trousers,

Right shoe, left shoe—full of blunders!

Turns the closets upside down,

Touches coats and dressing gown.

“Scandal! Outrage! Can’t be true!

Someone stole my glasses too!”

Under sofa, on the chair,

Everywhere—he sniffs the air!

Checks the oven, checks the chimney,

Mouse hole, piano—nothing seen-y!

He’s about to lift the floor,

Calls the police to search some more.

Then he glances in the mirror…

Stops and stares—can’t be clearer!

Found them! Oh, how extraordinary—

They’re on his nose… poor Hilary!

My version

Julian Tuwim - glasses

Running, screaming mr Hilary:

"Where is my glasses?"

He's searching in his pants and his frock coat,

in his right shoe, left shoe,

He mess in his closets,

He searches in bathrobe and greatcoat

Scandal! - screaming - i don't believe it!

Someone still my glasses!

Under the couch, on the couch,

He's searching everywhere, snoring, gasping!

He's searching in the oven and the chimney,

In the mouse hole and the piano,

he already want to break the floor,

he already call the police,

Suddenly he's looking at the mirror

He doesn't want to believe...he's looking again.

He founded! - Really he has the glasses on his nose

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Dreams, Langston Hughes (1926)

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Blanca Vanegas - Letters Written as the Night Grows, by Claudia Lars (from El Salvador)

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Blanca Vanegas - Letters Written as the Night Grows, by Claudia Lars (from El Salvador)

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Letters Written as the Night Grows, by Claudia Lars (from El Salvador)

If everything were different

I wouldn't have a long journey in my eyes

And in this loneliness.

Verse after verse...

If everything were different

I would be complete happiness by your side

And half of your soul.

A whole life away from you

A whole life

Why?... Do you want to say it?

It would have been so beautiful

To look at the same star

From our window.

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Welcome to our journey through idioms for home! Idioms are like little puzzles in our language, making our words more colorful and interesting. Idioms about

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Maria Vargas de Bonilla

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Good Day Sam (Landlord),

I am writing to follow up on the heating issue in my apartment, which has not been working properly for the past three weeks. I mentioned this problem earlier, but unfortunately, nothing has been fixed yet.

As the temperature has dropped recently, the apartment is becoming uncomfortably cold, especially at night. This situation is making it difficult to sleep and to spend time at home.

I would kindly ask you to arrange for a technician to repair the heating system as soon as possible. The best time would be the end of this week. Please confirm when the repair can take place.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Best regards,
Roman P.

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Inquiry About Two-Bedroom Apartment in Brooklyn

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Inquiry About Two-Bedroom Apartment in Brooklyn

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Hi, I hope this message finds you well.
I saw your listing for the two-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn on Facebook's "Apartment For Rent in NYC" group.
I really like it and would like to know if it’s still available.

Here are a few questions I have:

Is it a walk-up, or does the building have an elevator?

Is there parking available? If not, is it easy to find parking nearby in the area?

Could you please provide details on the rent, security deposit, and utilities?

Is there a specific provider for Wi-Fi in the building?

Are pets allowed in this apartment?

Also, can I come see the place? Would this weekend or next weekend work?

Thank you very much, and I look forward to hearing from you.

Best regards,
Yuko

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Write a Complaint Email to Your Landlord

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Write a Complaint Email to Your Landlord

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To: aaa@aa.com
Subject: Room Heater Not Working

Dear Landlord
I would like to inform you that none of the room heater in our apartment is working. It has already been very cold outside, and our rooms become extremely cold after midnight. My wife and younger son are very sensitive to cold weather, and if the situation continues, it could become serious and may even need to bring emergency. My wife has already needed hospital care twice for the same reason in our previous house.

We can use the air conditioner for heating, but it is not cost-effective and less efficient than room heaters. Considering all these factors, I kindly request to expedite the repair process and have the heaters fixed as soon as possible.

Thank you for your attention and understanding.

Sincerely,
Hasan

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My resume isn't perfect, but I hope to find a good job with it.

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My resume isn't perfect, but I hope to find a good job with it.

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My resume isn't perfect, but I hope to find a good job with it.

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Young people can’t find job: What should they do?

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Young people can’t find job: What should they do?

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According to the article, many young people are struggling to find jobs. It discusses how, over the past five years, the career platform LinkedIn surveyed nearly half a million people about how they feel about their careers. This year, the results were especially notable among young people.

The article mentions that unemployment among young people and new graduates is higher than the national average. In my opinion, it’s unfair that some job descriptions require experience while still being labeled as “entry-level.” By definition, entry-level positions should be open to applicants without prior experience.

It’s a real challenge for young people today. However, they can take advantage of opportunities while studying by applying for volunteer positions or internships to gain and develop the skills needed in their field. They should also make use of the opportunities that artificial intelligence offers. AI is not meant to replace humans but to provide more tools that can make our work easier and more efficient.

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Health and sickness - B2 English Vocabulary

In this Pre-advanced Vocabulary Lesson about Health and Sickness, you will learn various terms and verbs associated with health, medical conditions, and treatments. Explore the pictures below and read the definitions and sentence examples.

Health and sickness: nouns and noun phrases

1 Healthcare refers to the maintenance or improvement of health via diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases.

2 Your diet is the kinds of food that a you regularly eat. You may have a healthy diet, an unhealthy diet, a balanced diet, etc.

3 Your lifestyle refers to the way you live, including your activities, attitudes, and health behaviors. You may have a healthy or unhealthy lifestyle.

4 Health issues are problems related to a person's physical or mental condition.

5 A deficiency is a lack or shortage of something, especially a nutrient or other substance necessary for health.

6 A health risk is something that increases the chance of developing a health problem.

7 To be in good shape means to be in good physical condition.

8 To be out of shape means to be in poor physical condition.

9 A health scare is a situation where someone is very worried about their health because of symptoms or medical tests.

10 Being health-conscious means being aware of and concerned about one's health and wellness.

11 Mental health refers to a person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being.

12 A life-threatening condition is a health problem that could result in death.

13 Someone who is terminally ill has a disease that cannot be cured and will likely lead to death.

14 A sick note/doctor's note is a written statement from a doctor excusing a patient from work or school.

15 Conventional medicine refers to mainstream medical treatments used by healthcare professionals.

16 Alternative medicine includes various healing approaches not typically part of conventional medicine.

Health and sickness: verbs and verb phrases

1 To prevent an illness or condition means to stop it from happening.

2 If you look after your health, you to take care of your physical and mental well-being.

3 To catch a disease means to become infected with it.

4 To come down with an illness means to start experiencing its symptoms.

5 If you feel a bit under the weather, it means that you feel slightly ill.

6 If you contract a disease, usually a serious disease, you become ill with it. Contract is a formal word.

7 To develop a condition means to start having it.

8 If you suffer from a condition, you are affected by it, usually over a long period.

9 To be diagnosed with a condition means a doctor has identified that you have it.

10 If a doctor prescribes medication for you, they authorize you to use it for treatment.

11 If something relieves your pain or discomfort, it makes it less unpleasant or causes it to disappear.

12 To get over/recover from an illness means to return to health after being sick.

13 If you are on the mend after an illness or injury, you are recovering from it.

14 If you are back on your feet, you are healthy again after an illness.

15 To die of/from a condition means to lose your life because of it.

16 To pass away/on means to die, often used as a gentler or more respectful term.

After completing the exercises in this lesson on Health and Sickness, you can use the unit's Vocabulary Flashcards to revise and help you memorize the terms.

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Oh, hello there! Ever found yourself feeling a bit under the weather and struggling to express it in a way that truly captures your mood? Or maybe you've heard someone say they're "feeling a bit green around the gills" and wondered what on earth they meant? Well, you're in the right place! English idioms are incredibly colorful, and when it comes to talking about being sick, they truly shine. They add so much flavor and nuance to our conversations, making communication richer and more engaging.

Imagine trying to explain a persistent headache without saying "my head is throbbing." A simple "I have a headache" just doesn't quite cut it, does it? Idioms allow us to paint a more vivid picture, often with just a few words. They're like secret codes that native speakers understand, and once you crack them, your English will sound much more natural and sophisticated. So, whether you're learning English, or just looking to expand your vocabulary, diving into these expressions will be a real treat. Let's explore 35 fantastic idioms that describe feeling unwell, from a slight sniffle to something more serious. Get ready to impress your friends and colleagues with your newfound idiomatic prowess!

35 Idioms for Feeling Sick

Let's dive into this wonderful world of expressions! Each one tells a unique story about feeling unwell.

Common Idioms for Mild Illness

These are perfect for when you're not feeling 100%, but it's nothing too serious.

Idioms for More Specific Symptoms

Sometimes, you want to be a little more descriptive about what's going on.

To kick the bucket (euphemism for dying): While not about being sick, it's a grim idiom related to the ultimate consequence of severe illness.

Idioms for Feeling Better or Recovering

Let's not forget the good news!

Figurative Idioms Related to Sickness (Not Literally Sick)

Sometimes, "sick" idioms describe emotional states or negative reactions.

Table of Idioms and Their Meanings

To make things even clearer, here's a handy table summarizing some of the key idioms we've discussed:

Frequently Asked Questions About Idioms for Sickness

You've got questions, and I've got answers! Let's clear up some common curiosities about these fascinating expressions.

Q1: Why do we use idioms instead of just saying "I'm sick"?

A1: Great question! Idioms add color, nuance, and expressiveness to our language. Saying "I'm sick" is direct, but "I'm feeling a bit under the weather" is softer, more polite, and implies a general malaise rather than a specific illness. Idioms often convey a feeling or situation more vividly and concisely than a literal description. They also make you sound like a more natural and fluent speaker! Plus, they're fun!

Q2: Are these idioms used in formal or informal situations?

A2: Most idioms related to sickness, like "under the weather," "sick as a dog," or "on the mend," are generally used in informal or semi-formal conversations. You'd use them with friends, family, or colleagues. In very formal settings, like a medical report or a professional presentation, you would typically stick to more direct and literal language. However, "under the weather" is quite versatile and can even appear in slightly more formal contexts.

Q3: Can I use "sick" to mean "cool" or "awesome" in English?

A3: Ah, yes! This is a fantastic point. In modern, very informal slang, especially among younger generations, "sick" can indeed mean "cool," "awesome," or "amazing." For example, "That new car is sick!" or "His skateboarding tricks are sick." However, it's crucial to understand the context. If someone says, "I'm feeling sick," they definitely mean unwell, not "I'm feeling awesome." This slang usage is almost exclusively for describing things, not personal feelings of health. Always be mindful of who you're talking to and the situation!

Q4: Are there regional differences in these idioms?

A4: While many of these idioms are widely understood across different English-speaking regions (like the US, UK, Canada, Australia), some might be more prevalent in certain areas. For example, "feeling poorly" is more common in British English. However, the idioms listed here are generally recognized and used globally, making them excellent additions to your vocabulary regardless of where you are.

Q5: How can I remember all these idioms?

A5: That's the million-dollar question! Here are my top tips:

Practice, practice, practice: Try to use one or two new idioms in your conversations or writing each week.

Context is key: Pay attention to how native speakers use them.

Visualise: Many idioms create a strong image (like "green around the gills"). Visualizing the image can help you remember the meaning.

Connect them: Group similar idioms together (e.g., all the ones for feeling very sick).

Flashcards or apps: Use digital tools or old-fashioned flashcards to test yourself.

Don't be afraid to make mistakes: It's part of the learning process!

Key Takeaways

Wow, we've covered a lot of ground, haven't we? Learning these 35 idioms for sickness is like unlocking a new level in your English language journey!

Here's what we've learned:

Idioms add richness: They allow you to express nuances about feeling unwell that simple words can't capture. From a mild "under the weather" to a severe "at death's door," there's an idiom for every level of illness.

Context is king: The same word, like "sick," can have entirely different meanings depending on the context - from feeling unwell to meaning "cool" in slang. Always pay attention to the surrounding words and the situation.

Recovery has its own language: Idioms aren't just for describing being sick; they also beautifully convey the process of getting better, like "on the mend" or "back on your feet."

Beyond physical health: Many "sick" idioms describe emotional states, like being "sick of" something or having a "sick feeling in your stomach" due to worry. This shows how intertwined our language is with our physical and emotional well-being.

Sound more natural: Using these idioms will make your English sound much more authentic and fluent, helping you connect better with native speakers.

So, the next time you're not feeling 100%, or you hear someone else complain about their health, you'll have a whole new arsenal of expressions at your fingertips. Don't be afraid to try them out! The more you use them, the more natural they'll become. Keep practicing, keep exploring, and keep enjoying the wonderful world of English!

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Relative clauses: defining relative clauses

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Grammar explanation

Relative clauses give us information about the person or thing mentioned. Defining relative clauses give us essential information that tells us who or what we are talking about. The woman who lives next door works in a bank. These are the flights that have been canceled.

We usually use a relative pronoun or adverb to start a defining relative clause: who, FOR PEOPLE. which, FOR THINGS. that, FOR THINGS when, FOR TIME where FOR PLACES whose. FOR POSSESSIVES

who/that We can use who or that to talk about people. That is more common and a bit more informal. She's the woman who cuts my hair. He's the man that I met at the conference.

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which/that We can use which or that to talk about things. that is more common and a bit more informal. There was a one-year guarantee which came with the TV. The laptop that I bought last week has started making a strange noise!

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Other pronouns when can refer to a time. Summer is the season when I'm happiest. where can refer to a place. That's the stadium where Real Madrid play. whose refers to the person that something belongs to. He's a musician whose albums have sold millions.

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Omitting the relative pronoun Sometimes we can leave out the relative pronoun. For example, we can usually leave out who, which, or that if it is followed by a subject. The assistant [that] we met was really kind. (we = subject, can omit that) We can't usually leave it out if it is followed by a verb. The assistant that helped us was really kind. (helped = verb, can't omit that)

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A History of Indigenous Women in America

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The federal government of the United States carries out many jobs and has many powers. For example, the government can decide which words people can say on TV, or when it's okay for someone to search your school locker. So how do we know that the people who have this power will treat us fairly?

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THE PASSIVE VOICE

B2

How? Just follow the steps in this interactive presentation and be ready to learn.

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Questions? Problems? Ask your teacher!

What do I need? You need your phone/computer/tablet, internet connection, a notebook, and a pencil.

Resources? You can download the pictures used in this presentation.

What are we going to learn? We're going to revise the use of the passive in English.

General use and rules

Click on the picture to download it

click on the picture to download it

Let's practise

People won't forget great directos like Ford and Houston.

Great directos like Ford and Houston won't be forgotten.

Write the passive version of each sentence.

Click on it to check your answer.

If you need to revise the rules, click on the information icons.

They are opening new cinema multiplexes every day.

New cinema multiplexes are being opened every day.

They have spread American ideas around the world.

American ideas have been spread around the world.

They released E.T. in 1982 and was an overnight success.

E.T. was released in 1982 and was an overnight success.

They have worked on this film script for years.

This film script has been worked on for years.

CGI changed the concept of special effects.

The concept of special effects was changed by CGI.

They strictly prohibit smoking on set.

Smoking is strictly prohibited on set.

They made her work hard.

She was made to work hard.

They shot this scene on location.

This scene was shot on location.

They made mistakes in post-production.

Mistakes were made in post-production.

They could not use Christ Church for filming.

Christ Church could not be used for filming.

They can't ignore the effect of films on world culture.

The effect of films on world culture can't be ignored.

They have already recorded the soundtrack.

The soundtrack has already been recorded.

Let's practise

Write the passive version of each sentence.

Click on it to check your answer.

If you need to revise the rules, click on the information icons.

They will shoot the film in the autumn.

The film will be shot in the autumn.

They are interviewing the director about the film.

The director is being interviewed about the film.

They haven't released the DVD of the film yet.

The DVD of the film hasn't been released yet.

They might not finish the film until the summer.

The film might not be finished until the summer.

They should publish the interview.

The interview should be published.

They transformed the castle into Downton Abbey.

The castle was transformed into Downton Abbey.

Millions of people watch this TV programme.

This TV programme is watched by millions of people.

We have to shoot one more scene.

One more scene has to be shot.

They based this film on a bestseller.

This film was based on a bestseller.

They have dubbed this film into other languages.

This film has been dubbed into other languages.

They have sold the film all over the world.

The film has been sold all over the world.

They shot the interior scenes in a studio.

The interior scenes were shot in a studio.

They had to close the bridge for the filming.

The bridge had to be closed for the filming.

They will announce the results tomorrow.

The results will be announced tomorrow.

Someone had unlocked the front door.

The front door had been unlocked.

They should have subtitled this video.

This video should have been subtitled.

VERBS WITH TWO OBJECTS

We were told to bring our phones.

Someone told us to bring our phones.

What's the active sentence here?

Let's practise

Write the passive version of each sentence.

Click on it to check your answer.

If you need to revise the rules, click on the information icons.

They haven't offered him the part in the film.

1) He hasn't been offered the part in the film. (preferred version). 2) The part in the film hasn't been offered to him.

They asked me to take over as the new supporting actress.

I was asked to take over as the new supporting actress.

Chris told Monica the truth

Monica was told the truth (by Chris) The truth was told to Monica (by Chris)

They gave Tom Cruise the starring role in Steven Spielberg's War of the Worlds.

1) Tom Cruise was given the starring role in Steven Spielberg's War of the Worlds (preferred version). 2) The starring role in Steven Spielberg's War of the Worlds was given to Tom Cruise.

The boss showed Anna her new contract

Anna was shown her new contract by the boss Her new contract was shown to Anna by the boss

They promised me that we would finish filming today.

I was promised that we would finish filming today.

They told me the film was good.

I was told the film was good.

When exactly will they give John his prize?

When exactly will John be given his prize?

They taught her to act at the tender age of 5.

She was taught to act at the tender age of 5.

REPORTING VERBS IN THE PASSIVE VOICE

What's the active sentence here?

Other verb forms can also be reported in this way:

They say that John is travelling in Africa.John is said to be travelling in Africa.People say John has arrived in Australia.John is said to have arrived in Australia.

The passive is often used with BELIEVE, CONSIDER, EXPECT, KNOW, SAY THINK, UNDERSTAND to avoid an impersonal THEY or PEOPLE.

People say that John lives in New York.It is said that John lives in New York.John is said to live in New York.

Let's practise

Write the passive version of each sentence.

Click on it to check your answer.

If you need to revise the rules, click on the information icons.

Experts estimate that about 10 million dolphins have been killed in the past 15 years.

It is estimated that about 10 million dolphins have been killed in the past 15 years. About 10 million dolphins are estimated to have been killed in the past 15 years.

People say that Disney Pixar lost over 100 million dollars on John Carter film.

It is said that Disney Pixar lost over 100 million dollars on John Carter film. Disney Pixar is said to have lost 100 million dollars on John Carter film.

Some people believe that Hollywood is anti-Republican.

It is believed that Hollywood is anti-Republican. Hollywood is believed to be anti-Republican.

Everybody knows that exercise is beneficial for our health.

It is known that exercise is beneficial for our health. Exercise is known to be beneficial for our health.

People think Casablanca is one of the best films ever.

1) It is thought that Casablanca is one of the best films ever. 2) Casablanca is thought to be one of the best films ever.

Got some questions? Ask your teacher!

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