Category Archives: Unit 8

The Environment 2

Posted on May 2, 2013 by

The environment is a vast subject to tackle and one that touches on many aspects of our life. Here are some links to the main issues to bring you up to date with what is going on. The world population … Continue reading →

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The environment

Posted on April 30, 2013 by

Are you aware of the problems our planet needs to face? Check this list of environmental problems on Wikipedia and try to complete this webquest on Earth problems too. While this guide to important environmental issues is not comprehensive, if you’re … Continue reading →

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Home: life on Earth

Posted on April 25, 2013 by

Home is a 2009 documentary by Yann Arthus-Bertrand. The film is almost entirely composed of aerial shots of various places on Earth, it was filmed in 50 countries. It shows the diversity of life on Earth and how humanity is … Continue reading →

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I wish/if only

Posted on April 25, 2013 by

Wishes about the present We use wish + past Tense (simple and continuous) to express regret about present situations: – I wish I was taller = (I’m not very tall) – I wish I was going with you = (but … Continue reading →

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The environment 2

Posted on May 2, 2012 by

Environmental issues are always a hot topic: climate change, landfill waste, biofuels, food miles, land management, endangered species are some of the important environmental issues being debated today in the world. Click here for some background information and of course, … Continue reading →

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