Maria's Blog by EMILLY SILVA RODRIGUES

Let's review the vocabulary about weather

emillysr — 2024-03-03 23:49:34 UTC

What kind of weather did you grow up with in your hometown?

The kind of weather in my hometown is summer and winter.

How do you usually dress for different types of weather?

I dress coat when is frozen and I dress shorts when is hot.

How does the weather affect your daily routine or activities?

Usually, because I like practice activities out door and it´s not possible with a lot of sun or a lot of rain.

Who do you usually check the weather forecast with?

I usually check the weather forecast in app temperature in my phone.

Where do you usually go to escape extreme weather conditions?

I usually go to closed places.

Why do you think it's important to be prepared for different weather conditions?

Because the clothes are differents.

Talking about pets and wild animals

emillysr — 2024-03-03 23:55:00 UTC

Do you prefer wild animals or pets?Why?

I prefer pets. Because pets usually live near.

Are there any animals you're afraid of? Why?

No, only crockroach. Because it´s disgusting

How do you think owning a pet can change a person's life?

I think this is good. I like this because I have a "human pet" rs

Where would you like to go to observe wild animals in their natural habitat?

I like to go to observe these animals in a forest and zoo.

When did you first develop an interest in animals, whether pets or wild?
I develop an interest in pets, because I think this animals were my first relation in my life.

How do you think pets communicate with humans, especially when they're trying to express their needs or emotions?

I think that´s true. Because I communicate with my pet.

Talking about the past

emillysr — 2024-03-11 08:16:15 UTC

Where did you grow up?
I grow up in São Paulo.
What school did you attend when you were a child?
I did attend in Jardim São Paulo.
Can you tell me about your favorite childhood memories?
My favorite childhood was went to Atibaia city.
Did you have any pets when you were younger?
Yes. I had 4 differents dogs, birds and 2 rabbits.
What was your favorite subject in school?
My favorite subject in school was biology.
Did you play any sports or participate in any clubs when you were a teenager?
No, i didn´t.
Where did you go on your last vacation?
I went to beach in São Paulo.
What was the last book you read, and did you enjoy it?
I don´t remember the name about the last book, but in this moment I read a financial book.
Did you have any part-time jobs while you were studying?
I had a internship.
Who was your best friend when you were growing up?
Luisa.
Why did you choose to study English?
For make a travels and for my work.
When did you start learning to play a musical instrument?
10 years ago I learned play a guittar.
Where did you go on your last birthday?
I went to beach.
How did you celebrate your last major achievement?
When I had my certificate in graduated.
Which countries have you traveled to, and which one did you like the most?
I went to Chile, Argentina, U.S.A, England and Greece. And I did like the most U.S.A.
Whose house did you visit last weekend?
I went to my boyfriend house.
What kind of movies did you enjoy watching when you were younger?
I loved watched comedy film.
How often did you visit your grandparents when you were a child?
I went visit mt grandparents one time in the week.
What did you eat for breakfast this morning?
I eated a bread and coffe.

Let's talk about family

emillysr — 2024-03-26 11:44:57 UTC

Who is the eldest member of your family, and what is your relationship with them?
My grandma is the eldest member in my family. She is very present in my life.
What is your mother like, and what activities do you enjoy doing with her?
My mother is calm, talkative and funny. I like cooking with her.
Do you have any cousins? If so, how often do you see them, and what do you like to do when you're together?
Yes, I have so many cousins. But I just have contact with 4 cousins. I like to stay with them.
What role do your grandparents play in your family, and what do you admire most about them?
They care the children. I like their personality.
Can you share a special family tradition that you look forward to each year?
My family doesn´t have tradition.
What do you hope for your family's future, and how do you see your role within it?
I think about a small family, with my role is to be a mom.

Talking about your daily routine

emillysr — 2024-04-21 23:47:03 UTC

What time do you usually wake up in the morning?
I usually wake up at 7 A.M.
How do you typically start your day?
I typically start my day with breakfast.
Do you have breakfast at home? What do you usually have?
Yes. I usually eat a banana, eggs, bread, strawberry and coffee.
What mode of transportation do you use to get to work?
I go to work by bus or car.
How long does it take you to get work?
About thirty minutes.
What do you usually do during your lunch break?
I usually use my luch break to eat and resolve personal questions.
What are your favorite activities to do after school or work?
My favorite activities is cook, read a book and sleep.
How do you relax in the evenings?
I read a book and drink a tea.
What time do you usually go to bed?
I usually go to bed at 11 P.M.
Do you have any special routines or habits before going to sleep?
I like to light a candle before going to sleep.
What do you enjoy doing on weekends or your days off?
I like sleep a lot and go to street for a walk.

Talking about your house

emillysr — 2024-05-14 23:43:34 UTC

What is there in front of your house?
In front of my house has cakeshop.
Where are there any trees in your backyard?
I don´t have a backyard, but in my street there are trees.
How many rooms are there in your house?
In my house there are three rooms.
When is there usually sunlight streaming into your living room?
The sunlight sreaming into my living room is in the morning and afternoon.
Why are there no pets living with you in your house?
There is a pet living in my house.
Who is there in your family photo displayed in your house?
My dad, my mom, my brother, my dog and me.
Which room is there where you spend most of your time?
I spend most of my time in the office.
Whose idea was it to have a balcony where you can enjoy the view?
My mother had the idea of making a balcony.
How far away are there any shops or restaurants near your house?
Yes, there are some shops and restaurants.
What are some of the features that make your house unique?
The colors and the people live in my house.

Clothes

emillysr — 2025-02-04 20:56:23 UTC

Have you ever bought something online that didn’t fit you?
Yes, I have.
Have you ever returned an item to a store? What happened?
Yes, I have. When I bought online and the piece didn´t fit me.
Have you ever found a great discount on a clothing item?
Yes, I have. In a trip when I made a register in store.
Have you ever tried on clothes in a store and decided not to buy them? Why?
Yes, I have. Because I haven´t like the piece in my body.
Have you ever received a piece of clothing as a gift that you didn’t like? What did you do?
Yes, I have. I went to a store for try and choose another piece of clothing.

Notices, warnings and transports

emillysr — 2025-03-19 18:48:54 UTC

How long have you been waiting for the train today?
I have been waiting 15 minutes.
Have you been seeing many new road signs in your neighborhood?
No, I haven´t seeing many new road signs in by neighborhood.
Have you ever waited at the wrong platform because of a confusing notice?
Yes, I have. And I returned to a place if I started my travel.
Has a warning sign ever stopped you from making a mistake while traveling?
Yes, It has.
How many times have you seen a "No Vacancies" sign at a hotel?
I never have seen a "no vacancies" sign in a hotel.
Which warning signs have helped you avoid danger while traveling?
No, It hasn´t.

Phoning and texting

emillysr — 2025-04-22 18:34:54 UTC

How often do you text your friends?

I´m always texting to my friends.

Do you usually answer calls from unknown numbers?

I can´t answer calls from unknown numbers.

Are you texting someone right now?

No, I can´t texting someone right now.

Have you ever called someone by mistake?

Yes, sometimes I have called to the unknown numbers.

How many messages have you sent today?

I don´t know, but I think the 400 messages.

Did you call your friend yesterday?
No, I didn´t call to my friend yesterday.

Climate Change

emillysr — 2025-06-16 17:33:21 UTC

Do you think the weather in your country has changed in the past few years? How?
Yes, in my country the weather is so hot in the past few years.

Have you ever experienced a natural disaster (like a flood, drought, or heatwave)? What happened?
Yes, I had experienced with floods in the last year.

What kind of weather do you usually have where you live? Is it changing?
I live in São Paulo and in here we have a extreme summer and sometimes in the few years we have a extreme winter too.

What do you do in your daily life to help the environment?
I avoid use the paper for all things, I prefer use the recycling things in my routine and if it is possible, I use sustenaibles materials in my architecture projects.

Do you try to reduce waste or recycle? How?
Yes! I recycle things if it is possible, I separate all the trash in my house for recycle and I prefer use things and clothes that are worried with the waste.

Do you usually walk, bike, take the bus, or drive a car? Why?
I usually walk or drive a car. Because in São Paulo is almost impossible to ride a bike.

Do you believe climate change is a serious problem? Why or why not?
Yes! The climate change is a serious problem for all the things.

Who do you think is most responsible for climate change—governments, companies, or individuals?
The most responsible is the companies and individuals. If just de governments change and the people can´t change, isn´t enough.

Do people in your country talk about climate change? What do they say?
For me, they talk so little.

Make a dialogue

emillysr — 2025-08-19 18:45:17 UTC

Write a short dialogue (6–8 lines) between two friends using at least three of the slangs we studied today. Make sure the conversation sounds natural.