IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 1 - Laughing.

Q. What kinds of thing make you laugh?
Q. Do you like making other people laugh? [Why/Why not?]
Q. Do you think it’s important for people to laugh? [Why/Why not?]
Q. Is laughing the same as feeling happy, do you think? [Why/Why not?]

How easy was the topic for you? If you'd summarize - which were the key words you used in each question?

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IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 1 - Laughing.

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Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

Bonus Episode 5: 我不想工作啦! 内卷? 躺平? Anti-work Movement? (全中)

今天，我们来看看道德经的第一章。Now let's look at the first chapter of Tao Te Ching.
"道，可道，非常道。名，可名，非常名。无名，天地之始；有名，万物之母 。故常无欲，以观其妙；常有欲，以观其徼。此两者同出而异名，同谓之玄。玄之又玄，众妙之门。"
The Tao that can be followed is not the eternal Tao.
The name that can be named is not the eternal name.
The nameless is the origin of heaven and earth.
While naming is the origin of the myriad things.
Therefore, always desireless, you see the mystery
Ever desiring, you see the manifestations.
These two are the same
When they appear they are named differently.
This sameness is the mystery,
Mystery within mystery;
The door to all marvels. 
(Translated by Yi-Ping Ong)


Wisdom From the Past 古典智慧拾贝

古典智慧拾贝之道德经第一章 Tao Te Ching Chapter One

There are some key differences between negotiating in person versus doing so virtually. When meeting face-to-face, it is easier to build rapport and trust with the other party. Seeing someone's facial expressions and body language helps both sides understand the other's perspective. It is also simpler to have informal side conversations that can move the negotiation forward in a more fluid, organic way. However, in-person negotiations require more planning, travel time and costs associated with getting everyone together physically.

Virtual negotiations conducted via videoconference or phone eliminate the need for travel but make establishing rapport more challenging. Without in-person cues it is harder to read another party's reactions and know when to push further on an issue or concede a point. Technical difficulties can also potentially hamper the flow of virtual discussions. However, virtual formats have increased flexibility as negotiators can connect from anywhere at any time based on their schedules. Exchanging revised offers and documents is also simpler digitally.

While building trust is tougher online, maintaining detailed notes and finding ways to personalize virtual interactions such as using video can help overcome some of the impersonal aspects. With practice and the right strategies, negotiators can develop their virtual skills just as effectively as doing deals in a traditional face-to-face setting. Both in-person and virtual negotiations have pros and cons, so understanding these differences can optimize outcomes regardless of format.

The Global Professional Podcast

Negotiating in Person Versus Virtual Negotiations - EP 38

日本語の先生のTinaです！
今日は、「ゴールデンウィーク」と「五月病（ごがつびょう）」という言葉を紹介します。
Tinaといっしょに日本語の勉強しましょう♪
▼レッスンで待っています :)
⁠https://www.italki.com/ja/teacher/22487437

Tina Japa Go!

Episode 47. ゴールデンウィークと五月病（ごがつびょう）

This episode is part two of Salary Expectations: How to Answer This Interview Question.

You learned to reassure the interviewer that you are reasonable and won’t give them a headache about salary down the line. In this episode, you will learn the definitions of five new English idioms and phrases, including definitions for “give (someone) a headache” and “down the line.”

You'll also get some homework at the end so you can continue to improve your English communication skills. Tune in to continue building your English vocabulary with new idioms and phrases! 

Episode originally published on December 4, 2020.

Original theme music by Lucas Knutter 

Read the transcript at https://www.express-to-impress.com/idioms-phrases/

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Idioms and Phrases for Salary Negotiations

Die Deutschen und das Fahrrad
(A)  Anfang des 20. Jahrhunderts war ein Fahrrad ein wertvolles Objekt: Es beförderte seinen Besitzer schnell und ohne große Anstrengung von A nach B und konnte dazu noch Gepäck  transportieren. Vor etwa 50 Jahren begann sich die Rolle des Fahrrads dann zu ändern: Es entwickelte sich mehr und mehr zum Sportgerät. Die meisten Käufer legten Wert darauf, dass es leicht war, viele GÄNGE hatte und gut aussehen sollte es natürlich auch. 
(B)  Seit der Jahrtausendwende gibt es wieder einen neuen Trend: das E-Bike. Das ist ein Fahrrad mit einem kleinen Elektromotor. Im Jahr 2021 wurden in Deutschland von insgesamt 4,7 Millionen Fahrrädern zwei Millionen E-Bikes verkauft, Tendenz steigend. 
(C)  Was macht das E-Bike so beliebt? Erstens ist es umweltfreundlich, zweitens kommt man in den Städten schneller zum Ziel als mit dem Auto und drittens ist die Parkplatzsuche kein Problem. Und abgesehen davon werden die Deutschen immer älter. Mit einem E-Bike sind Senioren mobil, sie haben Bewegung und sind in der frischen Luft. Trotzdem stellt das Fahren kein Risiko dar, auch dann nicht, wenn sie beispielsweise Herzprobleme haben. Die KEHRSEITE DER MEDAILLE ist, dass sich ältere Menschen oft überschätzen und die Unfallrate mit dem E-Bike hoch ist. Elektro-Fahrräder sind selbstverständlich nicht billig, aber ihr Siegeszug ist nicht mehr aufzuhalten.
 

LearnGermanToday

10_Die Deutschen und das Fahrrad

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_AxQPF6yjk1W5U4QU4ZtZA7SHcbf10ws/view?usp=drivesdk

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

New Photos of the Titanic (with transcript)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZQ3bX6ptPjnIMjPBLQP9HpZp78RCjXBv/view?usp=drivesdk