Olympic Games are the world's most important international athletic competition. They bring together thousands of the finest athletes to compete against one another in a variety of individual and team sports. Although technology is having an impact on the Olympics in a profound way I disagree that it is reducing the role of Olympic Games. I believe that technology allows us to more fully appreciate everything about the competition and the athletes who commit their lives to fulfill their dreams.
To begin with, winning an Olympic event is the highest honour people can achieve even in the modern times. Unknown athletes get the chance to attain national, and in particular cases, international fame. Secondly, Olympic Games are the best medium of cultural exchange even today. Different people of different countries, religions, cultures etc get together at Olympics and the participants get a chance to know about other cultures. The Games also constitute a major opportunity for the host city and country to showcase themselves to the world.
Although the technological realities of the modern times have brought many changes in the Olympic Games of today, they have not reduced the importance of the Olympic Games. Technology plays a part in every aspect of these games, from the first torch relay hand-off to the closing ceremonies. Athletes and trainers use technology in preparing for the games to optimize their training. Sports equipment manufacturers use design technology to build improved apparatus, gear and more that will enable their clients to deliver a high level performance. Broadcasters use technology to better inform viewers of all aspects of the events. As a consequence, more and more people are exposed to these games.
People who opine that technology has reduced the role of Olympic Games say so because the ugly claws of commercialism have crept into this field also. As a result, the Olympics has shifted away from pure amateurism to professionalism. The win-at-all-cost attitude has come up and many use unethical means to win. They also say that only the rich can afford technology to boost their performance and this creates a gap between the rich and poor. I still believe that without inherent ability no amount of technology can make anybody a winner or loser.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that, technology has brought colossal changes in The Olympic Games of today but in no way have they decreased the role of Olympic Games.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
You invited your family to have a special celebrate dinner in a well-known restaurant, but you are unsatisfied with the meal. You are writing to make a complaint. In your letter, you have to say: What the situation is; What the problem is; What you want them to do.
Dear Sir,
On October 20th, I took my family members to your restaurant to celebrate my mother’s birthday. My friend recommended your restaurant as he is your regular customer. However, my experience has not been so good.
My first complaint is that your servings are too small and not at all value-for-money. We ordered your giant burgers thinking that one would be enough for each of us. But your giant burger turned out to be just the regular size that we get elsewhere. Then, when we asked for extra sauces, your waiters told us that we would have to pay extra. They were quite discourteous also.
I think that it would be a good idea to either change the amount of food you serve or reduce the cost of the meals because at the moment I think your prices are too high for the amount of food you serve. The extra sauces also should be free with the food ordered. It would also be a good idea to teach some basic manners to your waiters.
I would like to be your regular customer for the quality of food you offer. So, if you look into the other things it would be very nice of you.
Yours faithfully,
Kiran Makkar
On October 20th, I took my family members to your restaurant to celebrate my mother’s birthday. My friend recommended your restaurant as he is your regular customer. However, my experience has not been so good.
My first complaint is that your servings are too small and not at all value-for-money. We ordered your giant burgers thinking that one would be enough for each of us. But your giant burger turned out to be just the regular size that we get elsewhere. Then, when we asked for extra sauces, your waiters told us that we would have to pay extra. They were quite discourteous also.
I think that it would be a good idea to either change the amount of food you serve or reduce the cost of the meals because at the moment I think your prices are too high for the amount of food you serve. The extra sauces also should be free with the food ordered. It would also be a good idea to teach some basic manners to your waiters.
I would like to be your regular customer for the quality of food you offer. So, if you look into the other things it would be very nice of you.
Yours faithfully,
Kiran Makkar
Write a letter to the landlord and complain about the repair work. In your letter, you should include: The details of last repair What the problem is Give suggestions to landlord on how to repair it
Dear Mr. Smith,
I am your tenant from apartment number 11102, Bissonnet Street. I am writing to complain about the repair work you did on my kitchen cupboards. Most of the work you did was satisfactory but, unfortunately there are some problems that require immediate attention from you.
As you are well aware, you had to get the kitchen cupboards repaired and re-installed. Most of the cupboards have been well installed but the one just next to the cooking range is not well fitted. There is a problem with its doors. They are not closing properly. As a result they keep opening and can cause injury.
I request you to get the work properly finished. My parents are coming to stay with me for a month and I don’t want any injury to happen to them. I therefore urge you to get this problem fixed within this week. You may call me at 9888195776 to confirm the day.
I look forward for a prompt action from you regarding this matter.
Yours sincerely,
Kiran Makkar
I am your tenant from apartment number 11102, Bissonnet Street. I am writing to complain about the repair work you did on my kitchen cupboards. Most of the work you did was satisfactory but, unfortunately there are some problems that require immediate attention from you.
As you are well aware, you had to get the kitchen cupboards repaired and re-installed. Most of the cupboards have been well installed but the one just next to the cooking range is not well fitted. There is a problem with its doors. They are not closing properly. As a result they keep opening and can cause injury.
I request you to get the work properly finished. My parents are coming to stay with me for a month and I don’t want any injury to happen to them. I therefore urge you to get this problem fixed within this week. You may call me at 9888195776 to confirm the day.
I look forward for a prompt action from you regarding this matter.
Yours sincerely,
Kiran Makkar
Monday, January 24, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
Describe a project or a piece of work you did together with someone, please say - who it was, - what you have done, -why you have chosen this person.
During school time I made a lot of projects for every subject.
Most of the projects were supposed to be done by the individual student.
But, I remember, once there was a science exhibition.
It was conducted by the local Lions Club
Every school had to send a team of students who had to make a model or a chart
I was chosen from my school.
I had to choose a partner for myself
I chose my friend Gurpreet
Together we had to make a model on any topic related to the environment.
We made a diagram on a chart paper depicting the causes and effects of Global Warming.
I remember we were all very enthusiastic about the project.
Both of us contributed whole heartedly in the making of this chart.
I did the drawing on the chart.
The most important part was the presentation of the topic in front of the judges.
Gurpreet has very good oratorical skills.
Actually it was because of her that we got the first prize.
Actually I chose Gurpreet because of her excellent communication skills.
We were very happy when we won the trophy for our school.
Most of the projects were supposed to be done by the individual student.
But, I remember, once there was a science exhibition.
It was conducted by the local Lions Club
Every school had to send a team of students who had to make a model or a chart
I was chosen from my school.
I had to choose a partner for myself
I chose my friend Gurpreet
Together we had to make a model on any topic related to the environment.
We made a diagram on a chart paper depicting the causes and effects of Global Warming.
I remember we were all very enthusiastic about the project.
Both of us contributed whole heartedly in the making of this chart.
I did the drawing on the chart.
The most important part was the presentation of the topic in front of the judges.
Gurpreet has very good oratorical skills.
Actually it was because of her that we got the first prize.
Actually I chose Gurpreet because of her excellent communication skills.
We were very happy when we won the trophy for our school.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Describe a small company in your hometown that you think is successful, please say - Why you think it is successful, - How you know it, - What they produce, - Explain how you think it became successful.
I belong to Phagwara.
It is the hub of small scale industry
There are three big mills in my home town – the JCT mill, the sugar mill and the starch mill.
But here I am going to talk about a small company which is very successful.
It is Akal industries
It is on the GT Road
I have heard about it from my friend’s brother who works there.
They say that among the small scale industries, it is at number one
They produce parts for automobiles.
The employer employee relation is very good.
They have very good facilities for workers, such as canteen and transport facility.
About 100 people work there.
It is run by two brothers.
One looks after the manufacturing and the other looks after the sales.
They have very good quality control
That is why they export their products to many parts of the world such as Canada, USA and France.
They take part in exhibitions also in many parts of the world.
They are successful because of their sheer hard work.
My friend’s brother tells me that they are very punctual and if any worker is absent, they themselves take his seat so that the work does not suffer
They are perfect role models for their employees
They are very down-to-earth.
It is the hub of small scale industry
There are three big mills in my home town – the JCT mill, the sugar mill and the starch mill.
But here I am going to talk about a small company which is very successful.
It is Akal industries
It is on the GT Road
I have heard about it from my friend’s brother who works there.
They say that among the small scale industries, it is at number one
They produce parts for automobiles.
The employer employee relation is very good.
They have very good facilities for workers, such as canteen and transport facility.
About 100 people work there.
It is run by two brothers.
One looks after the manufacturing and the other looks after the sales.
They have very good quality control
That is why they export their products to many parts of the world such as Canada, USA and France.
They take part in exhibitions also in many parts of the world.
They are successful because of their sheer hard work.
My friend’s brother tells me that they are very punctual and if any worker is absent, they themselves take his seat so that the work does not suffer
They are perfect role models for their employees
They are very down-to-earth.
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Talk about a child
• There are many children in my family and neighbourhood. I like all of them because I love little children.
• The child I am going to talk about here is Jasleen.
• She is my niece – my sister’s daughter.
• She is only three years old but she is very talkative.
• She is very pretty and has curly jet black hair.
• She has a very cute dimple on her right cheek and when she smiles then the dimple becomes even more prominent.
• She is the apple of everyone’s eyes
• Whenever I go to their house, she clings to me and cries a lot when I leave her.
• I have a special bonding with her.
• I give her a chocolate every time I go and if I forget she gives me a hell of a time.
• I have to go to the market immediately to buy her one.
• She is very naughty.
• She knows how to twist everyone around her little fingers.
• She likes to wear frilly frocks and when my sister buys jeans for her she refuses to wear them.
• She doesn’t like to drink milk so she keeps spilling it when no one is watching her.
• She likes to play with Barbie dolls and she has a collection of more than 10 Barbie dolls.
• My sister keeps stitching clothes for her dolls.
• When she was born, my sister’s in-laws were a bit unhappy because they wanted a grandson but now they simply adore her.
• So, Jasleen is my favourite child.
• The child I am going to talk about here is Jasleen.
• She is my niece – my sister’s daughter.
• She is only three years old but she is very talkative.
• She is very pretty and has curly jet black hair.
• She has a very cute dimple on her right cheek and when she smiles then the dimple becomes even more prominent.
• She is the apple of everyone’s eyes
• Whenever I go to their house, she clings to me and cries a lot when I leave her.
• I have a special bonding with her.
• I give her a chocolate every time I go and if I forget she gives me a hell of a time.
• I have to go to the market immediately to buy her one.
• She is very naughty.
• She knows how to twist everyone around her little fingers.
• She likes to wear frilly frocks and when my sister buys jeans for her she refuses to wear them.
• She doesn’t like to drink milk so she keeps spilling it when no one is watching her.
• She likes to play with Barbie dolls and she has a collection of more than 10 Barbie dolls.
• My sister keeps stitching clothes for her dolls.
• When she was born, my sister’s in-laws were a bit unhappy because they wanted a grandson but now they simply adore her.
• So, Jasleen is my favourite child.
A person with whom you would like to travel With whom Why Where
• I am very fond of travelling.
• I have travelled a lot with family and relatives.
• I have been to Shimla, Delhi and Chandigarh with them.
• Here I would like to talk about a friend with whom I would really like to travel.
• He is my best friend Rahul.
• He is of my age and a very nice person
• He also has travelled a lot with his family.
• I would like to go to Shimla with him.
• We can do a lot together at Shimla.
• We can do skating, and hiking at Shimla
• He is very sporty fit and he encourages me also to go to gym regularly.
• When I went to Shimla with my parents, I wanted to do horse riding and skating but they were not interested and so I also could not do all that alone.
• With Rahul I know I will enjoy much more.
• I plan to go in winters because in winters we can also enjoy the snowfall.
• I have seen children playing with snow in the movies and making snowmen, and I would also love to make a snowman with my friend.
• Another reason why I would like to go with him is that he can drive very nicely in Hilly areas and also knows how to drive on snow.
• Actually, his relatives live in Shimla and he has visited them many times during his vacations.
• He also has a very good sense of humour and I know I can never get bored with him.
• So, I would like to go with Rahul to Shimla.
• I have travelled a lot with family and relatives.
• I have been to Shimla, Delhi and Chandigarh with them.
• Here I would like to talk about a friend with whom I would really like to travel.
• He is my best friend Rahul.
• He is of my age and a very nice person
• He also has travelled a lot with his family.
• I would like to go to Shimla with him.
• We can do a lot together at Shimla.
• We can do skating, and hiking at Shimla
• He is very sporty fit and he encourages me also to go to gym regularly.
• When I went to Shimla with my parents, I wanted to do horse riding and skating but they were not interested and so I also could not do all that alone.
• With Rahul I know I will enjoy much more.
• I plan to go in winters because in winters we can also enjoy the snowfall.
• I have seen children playing with snow in the movies and making snowmen, and I would also love to make a snowman with my friend.
• Another reason why I would like to go with him is that he can drive very nicely in Hilly areas and also knows how to drive on snow.
• Actually, his relatives live in Shimla and he has visited them many times during his vacations.
• He also has a very good sense of humour and I know I can never get bored with him.
• So, I would like to go with Rahul to Shimla.
Talk about your Childhood room Where in your house was that room Why you liked it
• Childhood room plays a very important role in everyone’s life.
• I have very fond memories of my childhood room.
• I shared my room with my sister.
• Our room was next to our parent’s room on the back side of our house.
• We had all facilities in our room
• We had a study table on which we used to study.
• We also had a music system in our room.
• We both loved to listen to music.
• There were two almirahs for clothes.
• I remember my sister and I used to fight over small things in the room.
• She was very messy and I was very organized.
• So whenever she used to spoil the room’s décor (setting), I used to shout at her.
• I remember we had an attached bathroom.
• She always used to leave it wet after taking a bath.
• I used to hand her the wiper to dry it.
• She used to sulk, but I made her do it.
• Our parents were very strict about our bed time.
• My mother used to check our room to see if the lights were off.
• After she would leave we used to get up again.
• When it came to cheating our parents we used to be together.
• Childhood is a very nice time.
• Now I have a separate room of my own.
• But, I still remember my childhood room.
• If I get a chance, I would really love to have that room and time back.
• I have very fond memories of my childhood room.
• I shared my room with my sister.
• Our room was next to our parent’s room on the back side of our house.
• We had all facilities in our room
• We had a study table on which we used to study.
• We also had a music system in our room.
• We both loved to listen to music.
• There were two almirahs for clothes.
• I remember my sister and I used to fight over small things in the room.
• She was very messy and I was very organized.
• So whenever she used to spoil the room’s décor (setting), I used to shout at her.
• I remember we had an attached bathroom.
• She always used to leave it wet after taking a bath.
• I used to hand her the wiper to dry it.
• She used to sulk, but I made her do it.
• Our parents were very strict about our bed time.
• My mother used to check our room to see if the lights were off.
• After she would leave we used to get up again.
• When it came to cheating our parents we used to be together.
• Childhood is a very nice time.
• Now I have a separate room of my own.
• But, I still remember my childhood room.
• If I get a chance, I would really love to have that room and time back.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
A news story that made you happy
I daily read the news on paper and watch news channels like Aaj Tak and Star News.
Many news stories are very interesting and I feel happy after seeing them
Here I would like to talk about the news story of America’s President Obama’s visit to India.
He came with his wife Michelle in the first week of November 2010.
Both of them made a place in the hearts of many Indians.
What made me most happy was Michelle Obama’s mingling with the children of various social backgrounds.
She even danced with the little children.
I was very happy to see how she was picking up the steps of Indian folk dances very nicely.
She seemed to be enjoying herself thoroughly.
She also did a lot of shopping from Indian stores.
President Obama met various politicians.
He came to strengthen ties between USA and India
India’s economy too is coming up very fast and it really felt good to know that superpowers like America also need to shake hands with growing economies like India.
Barack Obama also answered many questions of college students.
His way of answering was very diplomatic.
The way he was dodging questions he did not want to answer was very hilarious.
Finally I would like to say that his visit was a win-win situation for both India and USA.
Deals worth 10 billion dollars were signed in those three days.
Many news stories are very interesting and I feel happy after seeing them
Here I would like to talk about the news story of America’s President Obama’s visit to India.
He came with his wife Michelle in the first week of November 2010.
Both of them made a place in the hearts of many Indians.
What made me most happy was Michelle Obama’s mingling with the children of various social backgrounds.
She even danced with the little children.
I was very happy to see how she was picking up the steps of Indian folk dances very nicely.
She seemed to be enjoying herself thoroughly.
She also did a lot of shopping from Indian stores.
President Obama met various politicians.
He came to strengthen ties between USA and India
India’s economy too is coming up very fast and it really felt good to know that superpowers like America also need to shake hands with growing economies like India.
Barack Obama also answered many questions of college students.
His way of answering was very diplomatic.
The way he was dodging questions he did not want to answer was very hilarious.
Finally I would like to say that his visit was a win-win situation for both India and USA.
Deals worth 10 billion dollars were signed in those three days.
Sunday, December 26, 2010
You are not satisfied with the changing rooms in a sports centre that you visit. Write a letter to the manager. - What the problem is - How you feel about the problem - What steps you want the manager to take
Dear Sir,
I am a life member of your sports centre. I am writing this letter to complain about the problems all members are encountering in the changing rooms.
The bolts on the doors and windows are all broken as a result of which anyone can budge into the room while we are changing. To add to it, the curtains are so dirty that they smell. The urinals attached to the changing rooms also stink. The dust bins are also very dirty.
On behalf of all the members, I request you to look into the matter urgently. We all feel very disgusted at the services we are receiving. We have all paid a very heavy membership fees and we feel that we deserve the best.
I would suggest you to call in a plumber and a carpenter to rectify the sanitary and wooden fittings. The curtains need to be changed. Last but not least, I would urge you to make regular inspections of the changing rooms so that the staff, in charge of the mopping and cleaning, do their work properly.
Hoping for a prompt action from you regarding this matter!
Yours faithfully,
XYZ.
I am a life member of your sports centre. I am writing this letter to complain about the problems all members are encountering in the changing rooms.
The bolts on the doors and windows are all broken as a result of which anyone can budge into the room while we are changing. To add to it, the curtains are so dirty that they smell. The urinals attached to the changing rooms also stink. The dust bins are also very dirty.
On behalf of all the members, I request you to look into the matter urgently. We all feel very disgusted at the services we are receiving. We have all paid a very heavy membership fees and we feel that we deserve the best.
I would suggest you to call in a plumber and a carpenter to rectify the sanitary and wooden fittings. The curtains need to be changed. Last but not least, I would urge you to make regular inspections of the changing rooms so that the staff, in charge of the mopping and cleaning, do their work properly.
Hoping for a prompt action from you regarding this matter!
Yours faithfully,
XYZ.
You are attending a part time course in a college. Due to some problem, you cannot continue your course. Write a letter to your teacher - Describe the course - Explain the problem - Explain the reason for not continuing Tell the teacher about your future plans
Dear Professor James,
I am writing to formally request to withdraw from the part time course “Introduction to Gerontology’, which I am doing in the evening batch in Khalsa College.
The reason for discontinuing the course is that my mother is not keeping very good health lately. She has recurrent attacks of asthma and cannot be left alone in such a situation. She is a known case of asthma but this time the attacks are more severe because of super added viral infection.
The course in Gerontology involves caring for the elderly. Today, we belong to an ageing society and we are part of a greying population. I would be better placed in today’s job market after doing this course. So, I would definitely like to continue this course with the next batch which begins in August.
Sir, I would be very grateful if you could get me a tuition refund so that I can apply for the next batch. I am very sorry for the inconvenience caused by this change of plan.
Thank you for your kind attention to these requests. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 9888195776.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely yours
XYZ
I am writing to formally request to withdraw from the part time course “Introduction to Gerontology’, which I am doing in the evening batch in Khalsa College.
The reason for discontinuing the course is that my mother is not keeping very good health lately. She has recurrent attacks of asthma and cannot be left alone in such a situation. She is a known case of asthma but this time the attacks are more severe because of super added viral infection.
The course in Gerontology involves caring for the elderly. Today, we belong to an ageing society and we are part of a greying population. I would be better placed in today’s job market after doing this course. So, I would definitely like to continue this course with the next batch which begins in August.
Sir, I would be very grateful if you could get me a tuition refund so that I can apply for the next batch. I am very sorry for the inconvenience caused by this change of plan.
Thank you for your kind attention to these requests. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 9888195776.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely yours
XYZ
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Write a letter to a travel agent expressing your dissatisfaction with their facilities due to a problem you had on a holiday.
Dear Sir,
I am writing to complain about the ‘Star Cruise’ I recently went on with your company. I travelled on Victoria 203 from 3rd to 17th April and I was shocked by the standard of food and accommodation offered on the cruise.
To begin with, I was disgusted by the size and condition of the cabin. It was very small and dirty unlike the ‘large deluxe cabin’ that your advertisement promises.
What is more, there was no private bathroom in the cabin. I was appalled to find that I had to share a bathroom with several other passengers, in spite of the fact that I specifically requested a private bathroom when I booked the trip.
To make matters worse, the food on board was very unsatisfactory. Although your advertisement promises a five star restaurant with gourmet food, the food was in fact of a very poor standard.
I feel, I am entitled to a full refund for the cost of the cruise and a written apology for the misinformation contained in your advertisement. I hope to hear from you regarding this matter as soon as possible.
Yours faithfully,
XYZ
I am writing to complain about the ‘Star Cruise’ I recently went on with your company. I travelled on Victoria 203 from 3rd to 17th April and I was shocked by the standard of food and accommodation offered on the cruise.
To begin with, I was disgusted by the size and condition of the cabin. It was very small and dirty unlike the ‘large deluxe cabin’ that your advertisement promises.
What is more, there was no private bathroom in the cabin. I was appalled to find that I had to share a bathroom with several other passengers, in spite of the fact that I specifically requested a private bathroom when I booked the trip.
To make matters worse, the food on board was very unsatisfactory. Although your advertisement promises a five star restaurant with gourmet food, the food was in fact of a very poor standard.
I feel, I am entitled to a full refund for the cost of the cruise and a written apology for the misinformation contained in your advertisement. I hope to hear from you regarding this matter as soon as possible.
Yours faithfully,
XYZ
Friday, December 24, 2010
You and your family have just rented an apartment and one or two problems occurred. Write a letter to the landlord. Describe the problems and tell him what you want him to do.
Dear Mr. James,
I am your new tenant from apartment number 341, Harrison Street. I moved in with my family one week ago. I am writing this letter to appraise you with some problems that we are facing in the apartment.
The taps in the bathrooms are leaking because of which my two year old daughter has slipped twice. The shower is also not working properly. The lock of the main door is also not aligned properly. We have to push the door hard to lock it.
All these problems need immediate action. As you have rented out so many apartments, you must be having a tie-up with some plumber and carpenter. You may call them directly or give me their contact numbers so that I can call them at the earliest. As you know I have signed a lease of one year with you and the rent is also on the higher side because you have included the maintenance charges in that.
Hoping for a prompt action from your side!
Yours sincerely,
Kiran
I am your new tenant from apartment number 341, Harrison Street. I moved in with my family one week ago. I am writing this letter to appraise you with some problems that we are facing in the apartment.
The taps in the bathrooms are leaking because of which my two year old daughter has slipped twice. The shower is also not working properly. The lock of the main door is also not aligned properly. We have to push the door hard to lock it.
All these problems need immediate action. As you have rented out so many apartments, you must be having a tie-up with some plumber and carpenter. You may call them directly or give me their contact numbers so that I can call them at the earliest. As you know I have signed a lease of one year with you and the rent is also on the higher side because you have included the maintenance charges in that.
Hoping for a prompt action from your side!
Yours sincerely,
Kiran
Describe a situation when something in your house broke or stopped working. Please say - What was it? - What happened when it broke/stopped working? - How did you feel about it?
In our day to day life we use many things.
Some things are of breakable materials like glass.
While using, some things break or go out of order.
Here I would like to talk about my computer monitor which I damaged accidentally while I was cleaning my room last month.
I remember, my room was in a mess and I got a scolding from my mother that day.
So, I started cleaning it reluctantly.
First I cleaned my clothes almirah and then my bed.
After that was the turn of my study table.
There were lot of things on it beside my PC.
I pushed my books to one side and the monitor fell on the floor with a thud.
My heart skipped a beat.
I immediately picked it up and fitted it.
I was relieved to see it was working.
But that relief was short lived.
I had damaged the monitor beyond repair.
The screen has started flickering and it is uncomfortable to look at it for more than five minutes at a time.
I felt very bad.
The next day I took it to a repair shop where they checked it and told me that it cannot be repaired.
My father had gifted me that PC on my birthday.
With a heavy heart I told my father that the monitor was damaged.
Fortunately my father had the bill and we were relieved to see that it was within guaranty period.
So, we took it to the store from where we had bought it and they sent it to the company for replacement.
After two weeks I got a new monitor.
But, it taught me a lesson.
Such electronic things need to be handled with care.
Some things are of breakable materials like glass.
While using, some things break or go out of order.
Here I would like to talk about my computer monitor which I damaged accidentally while I was cleaning my room last month.
I remember, my room was in a mess and I got a scolding from my mother that day.
So, I started cleaning it reluctantly.
First I cleaned my clothes almirah and then my bed.
After that was the turn of my study table.
There were lot of things on it beside my PC.
I pushed my books to one side and the monitor fell on the floor with a thud.
My heart skipped a beat.
I immediately picked it up and fitted it.
I was relieved to see it was working.
But that relief was short lived.
I had damaged the monitor beyond repair.
The screen has started flickering and it is uncomfortable to look at it for more than five minutes at a time.
I felt very bad.
The next day I took it to a repair shop where they checked it and told me that it cannot be repaired.
My father had gifted me that PC on my birthday.
With a heavy heart I told my father that the monitor was damaged.
Fortunately my father had the bill and we were relieved to see that it was within guaranty period.
So, we took it to the store from where we had bought it and they sent it to the company for replacement.
After two weeks I got a new monitor.
But, it taught me a lesson.
Such electronic things need to be handled with care.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Write a letter to your English speaking friend who is visiting you soon and asking you what presents your family would like. Write - Who your family consists of - What kind of presents each member would like. - How you feel about your friend coming to visit
Dear Hannah,
It was a very pleasant surprise to hear from you after such a long time. My joy knew no bounds when I read that you are coming to visit me.
My parents and my younger sister too are very excited about your visit. It is very generous of you to ask what they would like as a present from you. Believe me Hannah, your presence here would be the biggest gift for them. As far as material things are concerned, nowadays everything is available in India. So, please don’t bother yourself for this.
It would be great if you send me your detailed itinerary so that I can plan the best for your holiday. You know, India has a rich historical background and I would like you to visit as much as possible. There is the Taj Mahal at Agra which is a must-see. Then the Golden Temple at Amritsar, the temples of South India, the beaches of Goa and the back-waters of Kerala are all awaiting you. Fortunately, there is a summer break going on in my college, so I shall be completely at your disposal. I am really excited about your visit. We shall have a great holiday together and also revive some of the nostalgic memories of the great time we had four years ago when we were both studying at Leeds University.
Waiting eagerly for you!
Yours lovingly,
Kiran
It was a very pleasant surprise to hear from you after such a long time. My joy knew no bounds when I read that you are coming to visit me.
My parents and my younger sister too are very excited about your visit. It is very generous of you to ask what they would like as a present from you. Believe me Hannah, your presence here would be the biggest gift for them. As far as material things are concerned, nowadays everything is available in India. So, please don’t bother yourself for this.
It would be great if you send me your detailed itinerary so that I can plan the best for your holiday. You know, India has a rich historical background and I would like you to visit as much as possible. There is the Taj Mahal at Agra which is a must-see. Then the Golden Temple at Amritsar, the temples of South India, the beaches of Goa and the back-waters of Kerala are all awaiting you. Fortunately, there is a summer break going on in my college, so I shall be completely at your disposal. I am really excited about your visit. We shall have a great holiday together and also revive some of the nostalgic memories of the great time we had four years ago when we were both studying at Leeds University.
Waiting eagerly for you!
Yours lovingly,
Kiran
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Today, people can work and live in anywhere they want, because of the improvement of communication technology and transport. Do advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
It is irrefutable that because of the advances in telecommunication technology and travel, today’s person can live and work in any part of the globe. The advantages of this definitely outweigh the disadvantages. In the following paragraphs I shall put forth my arguments to support my views.
There are many advantages of being able to live and work from anywhere. First of all, people have more choices of jobs because of technological advances. Not only can you work in any part of your home country, you can work for any company in any part of the world by telecommuting. Secondly, modern wireless technology has made work easier and created more time for self and family. What is more, people can lessen their work hours and still do their work more efficiently. Another advantage is that people can manage more than one work at a time. This is the need of the day as inflation is touching the sky and people need to earn more and more.
Furthermore, the modern transportation modes like the metro and light rail have lessened the travel time and also made it more convenient for commuters. This has also decreased the need for people to live in the cities to do jobs because now it is possible to work in cities and come back to peaceful countryside in the evenings because of modern transport systems. This has decreased the overcrowding of cities which was making cities unbearable to live in.
On the downside, this is leading to a sedentary lifestyle as people don’t need to travel. Another disadvantage is that people become so dependent on technology that any network failure may lead life to come to a standstill. Nevertheless, I still believe that these minor disadvantages are of no importance if we look at the plethora of advantages this situation has to offer.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that, people can live and work anywhere today and this situation is more of a boon than a bane.
There are many advantages of being able to live and work from anywhere. First of all, people have more choices of jobs because of technological advances. Not only can you work in any part of your home country, you can work for any company in any part of the world by telecommuting. Secondly, modern wireless technology has made work easier and created more time for self and family. What is more, people can lessen their work hours and still do their work more efficiently. Another advantage is that people can manage more than one work at a time. This is the need of the day as inflation is touching the sky and people need to earn more and more.
Furthermore, the modern transportation modes like the metro and light rail have lessened the travel time and also made it more convenient for commuters. This has also decreased the need for people to live in the cities to do jobs because now it is possible to work in cities and come back to peaceful countryside in the evenings because of modern transport systems. This has decreased the overcrowding of cities which was making cities unbearable to live in.
On the downside, this is leading to a sedentary lifestyle as people don’t need to travel. Another disadvantage is that people become so dependent on technology that any network failure may lead life to come to a standstill. Nevertheless, I still believe that these minor disadvantages are of no importance if we look at the plethora of advantages this situation has to offer.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that, people can live and work anywhere today and this situation is more of a boon than a bane.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Films can have effect on the children’s education and teach them many things. Do you think it is always a positive influence? Discuss.
It is irrefutable that movies can be very educative for children. However, the effect of movies is not always beneficial. In the following paragraphs, I intend to discuss the positive and negative effects of movies on children.
On the positive side, movies are enjoyable for children of all ages. They stimulate children’s emotions, imaginations and conversations. Movies also introduce children to cultures and historical events. Movies used in the classroom enhance learning. Therefore, if the movies are good they can have a very positive influence on a child’s growth.
On the downside, children are negatively affected by movies with sex, violence drug abuse and offensive language. Older children and adolescents may copy the risky things they see in movies. What is more, movies glamorize things like smoking and drinking and children are quick to pick up these traits.
Furthermore, watching too many movies can impede the development of healthy habits like playing outdoor games, reading and spending quality time with family. Children who are avid film viewers are more likely to suffer from obesity related problems throughout their lives.
I believe that as everything has its pros and cons, movies too can have both - good and bad influences. It is very important for parents to check the movie ratings before allowing their children to watch any movies. The best thing for parents could be to watch movies with their children. Watching movies together could be a very rewarding experience.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that movies can have a positive or a negative influence on children but if parents take steps in choosing their children’s movies, then the effect can be largely positive.
On the positive side, movies are enjoyable for children of all ages. They stimulate children’s emotions, imaginations and conversations. Movies also introduce children to cultures and historical events. Movies used in the classroom enhance learning. Therefore, if the movies are good they can have a very positive influence on a child’s growth.
On the downside, children are negatively affected by movies with sex, violence drug abuse and offensive language. Older children and adolescents may copy the risky things they see in movies. What is more, movies glamorize things like smoking and drinking and children are quick to pick up these traits.
Furthermore, watching too many movies can impede the development of healthy habits like playing outdoor games, reading and spending quality time with family. Children who are avid film viewers are more likely to suffer from obesity related problems throughout their lives.
I believe that as everything has its pros and cons, movies too can have both - good and bad influences. It is very important for parents to check the movie ratings before allowing their children to watch any movies. The best thing for parents could be to watch movies with their children. Watching movies together could be a very rewarding experience.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that movies can have a positive or a negative influence on children but if parents take steps in choosing their children’s movies, then the effect can be largely positive.
Competitive sports like football are considered to add a lot of value by bringing people of different states and nationalities together. Yet some people argue that these sports divide people on the basis of nationalities and age groups. What is your opinion? Write about each view and then describe your answer supporting it with relevant examples from your own experience.
It is irrefutable that competitive sports such as The Football World Cup and The Olympics are watched by millions of people worldwide. There are divided opinions on whether these games unite or divide people on the basis of age and nationalities. In the following paragraphs, I intend to discuss both views followed by my opinion.
Sports provide people with entertainment and something to get excited about and they are topics for conversation. They provide a common bond for complete strangers and a common team to cheer for. For example, Brazil has a high rate of unemployment and crime because of which Brazilians have a low self esteem. But, when the world cup starts, then the people forget all their problems. An amazing feeling of pride and patriotism comes in them and they cheer their team together.
The Olympic games are one of the best examples of how sporting events can bring people of different nations together. In ancient times, the Greeks and Romans would interrupt battles to participate in games. Even India and Pakistan forget their differences on the cricket ground and the players embrace each other after every match.
On the other hand there are many examples of violence and conflicts which such games have brought about. Football hooliganism or football violence is well known to all. The 1985 European Cup final between Liverpool and Juventis in Heysel Stadium led to the death of 39 supporters. Any wrong decision by the referee can lead to violence. A lot of emotion and passion are involved and all reason and logic fly out of the window. That is why some people hold the opinion that such games divide people.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that competitive games generally bring people together. There are a few incidences when over-patriotism prevailed and people got divided but such incidents can be counted on the fingertips.
Sports provide people with entertainment and something to get excited about and they are topics for conversation. They provide a common bond for complete strangers and a common team to cheer for. For example, Brazil has a high rate of unemployment and crime because of which Brazilians have a low self esteem. But, when the world cup starts, then the people forget all their problems. An amazing feeling of pride and patriotism comes in them and they cheer their team together.
The Olympic games are one of the best examples of how sporting events can bring people of different nations together. In ancient times, the Greeks and Romans would interrupt battles to participate in games. Even India and Pakistan forget their differences on the cricket ground and the players embrace each other after every match.
On the other hand there are many examples of violence and conflicts which such games have brought about. Football hooliganism or football violence is well known to all. The 1985 European Cup final between Liverpool and Juventis in Heysel Stadium led to the death of 39 supporters. Any wrong decision by the referee can lead to violence. A lot of emotion and passion are involved and all reason and logic fly out of the window. That is why some people hold the opinion that such games divide people.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that competitive games generally bring people together. There are a few incidences when over-patriotism prevailed and people got divided but such incidents can be counted on the fingertips.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Some people think that competitive sports have a positive effect on the child’s education while others argue it is not so. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and opine.
In recent years, due to stiff competition in almost every area some people opine that competitive sports have a beneficial impact on children’s education. However, there are some who disagree with the above notion. Before presenting my view, I intend to explore both sides of the argument.
There are many advantages of competitive sports. The first and foremost advantage is that such sports prepare children for a society that thrives on competition. Competition is a normal part of human nature and a part of everyday life. Secondly, competitive sports provide challenges and help children deal with such challenges. Finally, these games teach discipline and help build character and confidence.
On the other hand opponents on competitive sports argue that these sports lead to stress which is detrimental to the mental health of children. If these games are played with a win-at-all-cost attitude then sometimes unethical means are adopted to win and this is definitely not what children should learn in schools. Competitive sports also have a toxic effect on the relation among children. Each child may regard others as a rival to his own success and it leads children to envy winners and laugh at losers.
In my opinion, competitive sports are good but over competitiveness should be discouraged. The win-at-all-cost mentality should not be there. In childhood, competition should be introduced gradually and children should build skills, participate fully and focus on playing rather than winning.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that, competitive sports have more pros than cons. Students should play competitive sports because they make them adapt better to this competitive society. However, schools should take effective measures to avoid destructive competition.
There are many advantages of competitive sports. The first and foremost advantage is that such sports prepare children for a society that thrives on competition. Competition is a normal part of human nature and a part of everyday life. Secondly, competitive sports provide challenges and help children deal with such challenges. Finally, these games teach discipline and help build character and confidence.
On the other hand opponents on competitive sports argue that these sports lead to stress which is detrimental to the mental health of children. If these games are played with a win-at-all-cost attitude then sometimes unethical means are adopted to win and this is definitely not what children should learn in schools. Competitive sports also have a toxic effect on the relation among children. Each child may regard others as a rival to his own success and it leads children to envy winners and laugh at losers.
In my opinion, competitive sports are good but over competitiveness should be discouraged. The win-at-all-cost mentality should not be there. In childhood, competition should be introduced gradually and children should build skills, participate fully and focus on playing rather than winning.
To put it in a nutshell, I pen down saying that, competitive sports have more pros than cons. Students should play competitive sports because they make them adapt better to this competitive society. However, schools should take effective measures to avoid destructive competition.
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