Pushover

Any fluent English speaker knows how to use the word “pushover“.  It’s a great slang phrase and super easy to use.

A “pushover” is anyone who is emotionally weak and doesn’t “stand up for themselves”.  They get convinced easily and change their views because of other people.

Here are some great examples:

Reading Comprehension

 A Week in my Life

An English language reading exercise to test your reading skills in English

Answer the questions below

Test on Prepositions

Facing the music with a few prepositions .......

by	per	of	under	over	for
from	for	on	in	in front of	by
at	over	between	from	for	to
for	under	for	by	in	with
in	during	in	to	of	at

This is a flyer for a series of music workshops. Can you choose the correct prepositions for the gaps ?

English Grammar: Useful Online Resources

When learning English, it’s vital to understand the building blocks of the language and that means getting to grips with its grammar. If you find old textbooks boring and are searching for something a bit more interactive, then why not study English grammar online? There are thousands of sites out there that provide information, explanations and exercises on English grammar but,

American vs Russian: The Family Bond

To western eyes, Russian families appear closer and more intimate. The typical Russian family lives together, fights together, and loves together – all within the confines of 42 or 64 square meters. Everyone knows what everyone else is doing (almost), and for better or worse.

Bill Clinton’s Speech, 2012

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzDhk3BHi6Q&feature=player_embedded#!
Please read, watch the video, ask about any English you want to know, and share your thoughts. Bill Clinton is an amazing speaker and gave a great speech. Even if you aren’t interested in politics, it’s cool to learn a little bit about it and discuss it. I’d love you to share your thoughts in the comments & in the class. Here is the “transcript” of the speech.

Translate

YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR:

In the real world, if you want to get to the top, you've got to know how to play the game. Sure, you'd like to think that people are promoted based on their abilities and their talent. And sometimes they are ... but if you're like me and you've worked for a big company, you know that there's another piece to this puzzle ... and it's called office politics. I know what you're thinking ... aren't we more evolved than having to play political games to get where we want to? Sorry!