An article of special interest to my Recanati students. Do you think these patients are being treated fairly?
Thursday, March 8, 2007
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A place for my students-present and past- to read interesting articles in English.
serviette discuss | |
Definition: | (noun) A small piece of table linen that is used to wipe the mouth and to cover the lap in order to protect clothing. |
Synonyms: | napkin |
Usage: | He sat down and tucked his serviette into his waistcoat, raised his glass, and suddenly set it down again. |
![]() ![]() DurianWidely revered in its native Southeast Asia as the "King of Fruits," the durian is distinctive for its large size, thorny husk, and unique odor. Although durians contain an edible, custard-like pulp and have seed coverings that taste like a combination of banana, caramel, and vanilla, their unusual smell is very strong and penetrating. The odor has prompted many people to search for an accurate description, with widely divergent results. To what odors has the durian's smell been compared? More... Discuss |
![]() ![]() Karl Benz Unveils His Patent Motorwagen (1886)Six months after applying for a patent for a three-wheeled horseless carriage driven by an internal combustion engine, Benz staged a public demonstration of the contraption in Mannheim, Germany. Widely regarded as the first automobile, the Benz Patent Motorwagen resembled a park bench on a giant tricycle and had a steering handle instead of the now-familiar wheel. It was only used for short jaunts until 1888, when Benz's wife took it for its first long-distance road trip. What was its top speed? More... Discuss |
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