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English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 03:58:29 UTC

The longest word in English is not supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. This extra-long term, which meaning fantastic, became popular because to the film Mary Poppins, and it was later added to the lexicon. You probably aren't aware that there is a longer version of this word. Pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis is a lung disease caused by inhaling ash and dust. Take a stab at pronouncing it!

English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 04:00:57 UTC

"Rhythm" is the longest English word without a genuine vowel (a, e, i, o, or u).

English Fun Fact

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 04:03:14 UTC

No word in the English language rhymes month, orange, silver, and purple.

English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 04:06:39 UTC

"I am" is the shortest complete sentence in English.

English Fun Fact

2021-11-25 04:09:18 UTC

“No” is a complete sentence, believe it or not.

English Fun Fact

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 04:10:43 UTC

Oddly, no term existed for "homosexuality" in ancient Greece - there were only a variety of expressions referring to specific homosexual roles. Experts find this baffling, as the old Greek culture regarded male/male love in the highest regard. According to several linguists, the word "homosexual" was not coined until 1869 by the Hungarian physician Karoly Maria Benkert.

St. John Paul II

jasminecompanerocittadini — 2021-11-25 04:14:16 UTC

On May 18, 1920, Pope John Paul II was born, and on April 2, 2005, he died. On May 1, 2011, he was beatified, and on April 27, 2014, he was canonized. The 22nd of October is his feast day. He was a bishop of Rome and the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and he was the first non-Italian pope in 445 years. He had to travel abroad in order to promote greater understanding between countries and religions, as well as to crusade against political oppression, violence, and materialism.

J. G Villa's Famous Works

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 08:42:04 UTC

The Doveglion, Selected Poems and New, and The Critical Villa are examples of his works, and The Anchored Angel, The Emperor's New Sonnet, and Footnote to Youth are examples of his notable works.

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What is the first miracle of St. John Paul II?

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 09:55:05 UTC

The apparent cure of a French nun, Sister Marie Simon-Pierre, was the first miracle credited to him. According to the Catholic Church, her recovery from Parkinson's disease after praying for the late Pope's "intercession" in 2005 had no medical explanation.

What is the second miracle to St. John Paul II?

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 09:56:18 UTC

His second miracle occurred six years after his death, in 2011. Costa Rican Floribeth Mora Diaz was diagnosed with an inoperable aneurysm. She prayed after hearing the news while clutching a magazine depicting Saint John Paul II. "Get up and don't be afraid!" Saint John Paul urged to her when she awoke. ”. She felt as if she'd been cured. The aneurysm was evaluated again to see if it had disappeared. She had more medical testing, and the aneurysm had entirely disappeared.

J. G. Villa

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 10:56:50 UTC

Jose Garcia Villa was a Filipino poet, writer, and critic who lived from 1908 to 1997. His pen name was "Doveglion," a combination of the words "dove," "eagle," and "lion." Simeón Villa and Guía Garca are his parents' names. Villa has received numerous honors, including the National Artist of the Philippines for Literature in 1973.

J.G Villa's Early Background

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 10:57:22 UTC

Villa was born in Manila's Singalong area on August 5, 1908. Villa enrolled in a Pre-Medical course at the University of the Philippines, but switched to a Pre-Law course after realizing that his true passion was in the arts. His parents were Simeón Villa, a personal physician of Emilio Aguinaldo, the founding President of the First Philippine Rf the Philippines High School in 1925.

What is J.G Villa known for?

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 10:58:10 UTC

Jose Garcia Villa is credited with inventing the reversed consonance rhyming system. He's also known for his comma poems, in which he uses a comma after each word. The last sounded consonants of the last syllable, or the last main consonant of a word, are inverted for the appropriate rhyme, according to Villa. Words like tile, tall, tale, and so on would rhyme with light.

Footnote to Youth

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 10:58:36 UTC

It is a 1932 short tale about Dodong, a farmer's son who marries young in the Philippines. He wrote this as a warning to today's youth about what reality might be like.

What are pronouns?

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 11:24:22 UTC

A gender neutral or gender inclusive pronoun is one that does not associate the individual being talked with a gender. Pronouns are significant because when others correctly use a person's pronouns, they show respect and create an inclusive environment. It's critical to never make assumptions about a person's pronouns. It is possible to send an unwanted message that people must appear in a specific way to be able to use their pronouns by assuming their pronouns. Using the incorrect pronouns can be hurtful or even offensive. Ignoring a person's pronouns might also imply that people who identify as transgender, nonbinary, or gender nonconforming do not exist. People can lessen the negative effects of social injustice by correctly utilizing their pronouns.

REMINDER!

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 11:27:23 UTC

“Everything is possible, even the impossible.” Never say that a thing or two is impossible to do or to achieve because everything is possible. Don’t limit yourself. Get out of your comfort zone and do the things you’ve always wanted to do. Because if you ever stop yourself from doing something you love, life will be full of “what ifs” Take the opportunities life throws at you. Seize your moment.

English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 11:29:51 UTC

The expression "may God be with you" is derived from an Old English phrase that meant "goodbye."

REMINDER!

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 11:30:43 UTC

A wise decision-maker selects behaviors that benefit both himself and others. They approach the decision-making process with an open mind, refusing to be swayed by their personal biases. They make sensible selections after investigating options and weighing the pros and disadvantages. You may overcome confirmation bias and make better decisions by resisting the impulse to draw conclusions and being open-minded until you reach a final decision. It's human nature to jump to conclusions first, then look for facts to back them up. This strategy, however, may result in the omission of critical information.

REMINDER!

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 11:32:20 UTC

I’m also not that good when it comes to decision-making. I am constantly hesitant in anything I undertake. When we make a decision, the probability of the outcome is usually either positive or negative. So, in order to make an informed decision, a person must assess the advantages and disadvantages of each option and analyze all of the possibilities. Making decisions can have an impact on everything in your life, whether you’re dealing with your family or just dealing with everyday problems.

English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 11:32:56 UTC

Etymology is the study of the origins of words.

St. John Paul II Fact!

jasminecompanerocittadini — 2021-11-25 11:35:09 UTC

St. John Paul is the first ever pope to visit a mosque.

English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 11:35:18 UTC

The English language is regarded as one of the world's happiest languages.

St. John Paul II

jasminecompanerocittadini — 2021-11-25 11:44:18 UTC

In his youth, he was an accomplished actor, playwright, poet and even contemplated a career in the theater.

REMINDER!

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 11:46:31 UTC

"I am a very indecisive person but whenever I have to make a decision that may affect a big part of my life, firstly, I weigh the pros and cons, then I think about it for a few days. Sometimes I ask friends and maybe even the internet for guidance. When making a decision, you have to think of the future too and not just the present, like you may want to do this thing now but will you still like it 5 years from now? It is really important to think of the future too. You should also think about how it will affect others but don’t be afraid to put yourself first, it’s okay to be selfish sometimes."

REMINDER!

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 11:55:41 UTC

Speaking from experience, you may tend to hasten decisions without thoroughly considering them, or you abstain from making any judgments at all since the pressure lowers your trust in your OWN decision. If you're troubled about making a verdict, try to handle your sentiments in check so it doesn't distort your judgment. If you consider your friends will keep you away from it then try talking to them, just accomplish things that will likely cause you comfort. It is challenging to think decidedly under duress. That your first approach isn't usually the most prominent. Allow yourself the opportunity to sit with perplexity for a while if possible, so you can resolve through your prospects and feel certain in the path you select. Sometimes, receiving someone's viewpoint on your problem might be beneficial, especially if they've had to make a similar decision in their own experience. Yet, If you believe that somebody will respond negatively to your choices, consider how they are likely to respond. Put yourself in their place to assist you to come up with a decent solution to the problem. Examine your decisions again if you're under a great deal of pressure to reach a choice or if there are some additional considerations to acknowledge. You may infer that your initial decision is still the best one, but you must leave yourself the choice to alter your mind.

GRADE 7 (2019-2020)

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 12:02:27 UTC

St. Damien of Molokai

GRADE 7 (2019-2021)

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 12:07:01 UTC

St. Damien of Molokai

GRADE 8 (2020-2021)

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 12:09:42 UTC

St. Jerome Emiliani

COMMUNITY SERVICE (2019-2020)

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 12:17:39 UTC

St. Damien of Molokai & St. John Bosco

English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 12:18:08 UTC

Flutterby was the initial name for a butterfly.

English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 12:24:56 UTC

Shakespeare coined nearly 17,000 words by transforming nouns into verbs, verbs into adjectives, connecting previously unconnected words, adding prefixes and suffixes, and inventing new words.

GRADE 9 (2021-2022)

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 12:25:01 UTC

St. John Paul II

REMINDER!

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 12:49:50 UTC

As they say, “Don’t give up just because you had a bad day. Forgive yourself and do better tomorrow.” Whenever we get a bad grade, it’s natural to be sad. However don’t let it blind you from your potential.

LISTEN!

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 12:54:19 UTC

I know alot of us are drained and tired. Please take care of yourself! Don't give up, okay? We have our dreams to achieve. It's okay to feel lost. It's okay to be tired. Feel what you need to feel. Your feelings are valid. You are valid. *virtual hugs* <333

LISTEN!

oliverosjasminecittadini — 2021-11-25 12:58:40 UTC

Let's always remind ourselves that there are better days ahead of us. You should never give up hope because bad times always lead to brighter ones. Difficult times are like dark clouds passing overhead, blocking the light, but after a while, the cloud shines much brighter than before. Life is full of obstacles, and the longer we live, the more we are confronted with new occurrences or challenges.

ENGLISH QUIZ BEE WINNERS

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 13:55:06 UTC

Champion - Naiomi V. Tarayo
First Place - Julianne Bernaldez
Second Place - Kathleen Ferrer

ENGLUSH QUIZ BEE FINALISTS

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 13:58:04 UTC

Glenn Abuzo
Julianne Bernaldez
Aijen Pasajol
Alexis Rudas
Janelle Saturnino

Congratulations to all of our finalists. You make our class more enjoyable!

REMINDER!

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 14:00:33 UTC

DAILY AFFIRMATION!

mariansamo — 2021-11-25 14:00:48 UTC

J.G. Villa

jasminecompanerocittadini — 2021-11-26 00:10:38 UTC

Regardless of race or language, Jose Garcia Villa is regarded as one of the best modern poets. Villa, who lived in Singalong, Manila, pioneered the reversed consonance rime system, which included the comma poems, which were creative and poetic in their use of the punctuation mark.

English Fun Fact

jasminecompanerocittadini — 2021-11-26 00:25:27 UTC

Jose Garcia Villa was the first Filipino National Artist for Literature, as well as a multi-award-winning poet both in the Philippines and in the United States.

English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-26 00:25:34 UTC

Little Women has been adapted many times, including a 1958 TV series, Broadway plays, a musical, a ballet, and an opera. It has also been adapted into more than a half-dozen films. The most famous versions are those starring Katharine Hepburn in 1933, June Allyson in 1949 (with Elizabeth Taylor as Amy), and Winona Ryder in 1994. It's also been adapted for television several times, most recently for PBS's Masterpiece in 2018 by Call the Midwife creator Heidi Thomas. Greta Gerwig's Oscar-nominated adaptation, starring Saoirse Ronan as Jo and Timothée Chalamet as Laurie, was released in theaters on Christmas Day 2019.

English Fun Fact

mariansamo — 2021-11-26 00:31:21 UTC

A French novel inspired The Great Gatsby in part. Alain-earlier Fournier's book, Le Grand Meaulnes, was published in 1913. It was later translated into English as The Wanderer and The Lost Estate.

J.G. Villa

jasminecompanerocittadini — 2021-11-26 06:33:32 UTC

Villa was the recipient of numerous honors and awards, including a Guggenheim Fellowship, a Philippines Heritage Award, a Poetry Award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters, a Rockefeller Foundation Fellowship, and a Shelley Memorial Award.