READING
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Unusual and wonderful jobs
A. Chocolate consultant If you love chocolate, becoming a chocolate consultant could be an exciting job. There are various types of chocolate consultants, so you can follow the best career path for you. You could work full-time with well-known brands or focus on smaller brands that specialise in specific types…
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Travel around Europe in 5 stops
A. Spain This is a very popular country because it’s a great place for different kinds of trips. You can find hot and sunny beaches on the Mediterranean Sea, high mountains perfect for hiking, and cooler coasts along the Atlantic Ocean. Big cities like Barcelona and Madrid can be expensive,…
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The principles of the New High Protein Diet
This diet is the most effective way of losing body fat. Remember, if we go on a starvation diet, we lose weight but not much fat. In starvation mode, we use up our energy stores of carbohydrate first (in the form of a substance called glycogen). However, the body can…
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The girl who saved 100 lives
In 2004, on December 26, Tilly Smith, a 10-year-old girl from the UK, was on holiday in Thailand with her family. They were walking along Mai Khao beach in Phuket. The weather was sunny, but the sea looked strange. The water moved back, going far away from the beach, and…
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The Four Seasons in My Country
My name is Paul and I live in Canada. In my country, we experience four very distinct seasons every year: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Each season lasts for three months and brings different weather and activities. Spring starts in March. The weather slowly becomes warmer, and the snow melts.…
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Should I tell my neighbour?
Maria (Bristol) Dear Advice Corner, I have lived in my flat for six months. I like my home because it is small and comfortable, close to my office, and in a quiet, picturesque neighbourhood. I used to live in the countryside, so I need a peaceful environment. The neighbours are…
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Shopping for a Birthday Party
Tomorrow is a very special day. It is my sister Emily’s tenth birthday. My mother and I are at the shopping mall right now because we need to buy many things for her birthday party. The party will be at our house tomorrow afternoon, and ten of Emily’s friends are…
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Seven Tips for A Tidy Desk
1. Only keep things you really need on and near your desk. Use a tray for any papers you have to read. Have a jar for pens and pencils and have a bin near your desk. 2. Don’t keep any drinks on your desk. Go to the kitchen when you…
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Personality and health
There is increasing evidence that health is linked to personality. However, until now, the relationship has not affected the way health care is delivered. There are several reasons for this. Some health workers doubt whether there is a direct link between health and personality or whether it’s just a coincidence.…
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MY WONDERFUL FAMILY
Hello! My name is Jack and I want to tell you about my family and our house. We live in a big house in a quiet town in England. My family has five people. There is my father, my mother, my two sisters, and me. My father’s name is Robert.…
