Describing a Room (by Simon)

This is a very messy room of a teenage boy .There is a cap on the top in the opened closet ,and down in the closet ,there are many shorts .There is a poster on the wall between the closet and drawers .On left side of the room .There is a basketball on the bed .There is a guitar next to the bed ,and there are many things scattered around the room .There are a half-eaten cookie ,a fishing gear ,a radio and a broken tape on the floor .On the right side ,there is a sock on the lamp next to the books ,and the drawers aren't closed .I think the should be neat and tidy .

A Scary Experience (by Simon)

I had a scary experience this summer .One night when everyone in my family went to bed .I was still doing my homework at night .The oil painting wasn't finished .I felt tired ,and I went to the livingroom to take a break on the sofa .First ,I felt someing on my back ,then it started hurting my back .Next ,I stood up ,and I saw a centipede fell down from the sofa .It gave me a fright .Third ,I was very nevrous after I killed the centipede because it was my first time to be stung by centipede .I don't know how to slove this problem .After that ,I went to see a doctor ,and she said it was not a serious problem .She said centipedes in Taiwan don't have any poison .Finally ,the doctor prescribed som antibiotic medicine for me ,and I had an injection to prevent the tetanus .I felt better and relieved after .It was a very scary experience .

Describing My Room(by Jean)

This is an untidy space in room 206-2 of a busy girl.There are four people in a room.When you open the door,there is a toilet on the right side,and there is a bathroom on the left side.There is a telephone hanging on the wall next to the bathroom.My bunkbed is next to the window and refrigerator.My bed is not made.My table,shelves,and closets are beneath the bunkbed.The top shelf of my space are full of food such as cookies,a can of milk powder,and chocolates.On the bottom shelf are books that are about nursing and English.Under the table,there are many shoes,bags,and boxes on the floor.Next to the refrigerator,there is an electric pot on the floor,too.There are some hair and dust on the ground.In conclusion,my private space is not neat enough.Maybe I should take time to clean it when I have time off.

A Special Experience(by Jean)

Here is a special experience when I was eighteen years old.First,I went to study abroad with my cousin in winter vacation when I was a senior high school student.We went to Perth in Australia to study and travel for about one month.Then we lived in a homestay that had three people in their family including mother,father,and their daughter.The family was friendly to us,and we ate at home in the mornings and evenings.Next,we went to study from 8 to 12 o'clock,and then went out in the afternoon.We saw many animals like koalas,kangaroos that are famous in Australia.We even rode camels on the road.After that,we went downtown to drink coffee or go shopping by Cats,which was a public transportation in the city.Finally,I was really happy and had fun in that travel study.It was a special and wonderful experience in my life that I will never forget.

The Limousine ( by Synsia )

The limousine was quite luxurious. The color of it was polished black and it had six doors. The inside of the limousine was spacious and comfortable. There were a bathroom, a bedroom, a living room, and a bar in it. All the seats were made of leather and TVs were liquid crystal. Everything was managed by a remote control. It also had a pair of modern audios. Besides, there was a small refrigerator under the TV. It had a big skylight which I could open. I could do everything in the limousine and our ride was comfortable.

My Routine~by Sandra

I have the same routine after the class.Usually,I do homework and have lunch in a Starbucks Coffee shop around 12 p.m.Then I get home around 2 p.m.,and I start to clean my house for 2 hours.I wash the clothes while I clean the house.After that,I wait for my son and my husband to come back home around 8:30.I don't need to make dinner because my son plays baseball,and he has to practice until 8 p.m.;my husband always works overtime.Next,I help my son to do his homework before we watch TV together.Finally,I take a shower after my son takes a bath around 11 p.m.Then I go to bed at 12 a.m.I have a normal routine,and I enjoy it.

Topic Sentence Practice

1.
Our class is composed of students from many countries.

Our class contains different kinds of students.

Our class has sixteen members and responsible teachers.

Our class has a beautiful view.



2.
Foreign travel helps a person to learn a foreign language faster.


Foreign travel enables people to experience the life of different cultures.

Foreign travel can expand your international view.

Foreign traveling on your own has three advantages.

Foreign travel has many problems for old people.



3. Watching television is a good way to learn English.

Many daytime television shows are boring.
Watching television is a great way to relax.

Television is a powerful medium.

Television is powerful for the audience.

There is too much violence on televisions.


4.
The English language is an important language for business students to know.


The English language is the most popular language in the world.

The English language is spoken in many countries.

The English language is an official language in many countries.

My Traffic Accident Experience(by Mindy)

I'll never forget the day when I was in a car accident.I went to my uncle's
house near a beach in summer in 1981. Next, I went to the beach with my uncle's
family and my grandmother.We got on a bus that headed to my uncle's house.
Then the road was unpaved, wet,narrow, and 1.5m high. That time, another bus came from an opposite direction, so our bus was travelling near a cliff side, and gave way to the other bus. Suddenly, our bus fell down on the ground, but everybody
didn't fasten a seat belt, and there were some glass bottles. Finally, my cousin hurt his ear, grandmother injured her spin, and some people got hurt seriously. After
accident, when a bus turned around the corner, and my body gets tensed. Although,
it wasn't a terrible accident, but I know that I had to fasten the seat belt in
the car, and the dangerous things put in a luggage.

My Evening Routine ( by Synsia )

After I finish my classes in a day, I always follow the same routine in the evenings. First, I eat dinner at restaurants or local shops and go home by bus. After that , I change my clothes into a casual style and start to do my homework. Second, I prepare something which I need tomorrow and then take a shower. Next, I choose one book from my shelf and read it on my bed. Finally, I fall into my dream. All the above is just what I do every evening.

How to Bargain in Your Country ( by Synsia )

Here are some ideas on how to bargain in your country. First of all, choose several shops where you can bargain easily. Then go there frequently even when you don’t buy anything. Second, you must have enough cash and buy a lot of things on a single visit. Finally, use some social skills while paying a bill. For example, talk with the boss in a very persuasive way or tell him/ her that “ I am just a student and have no money.” Maybe, you can buy the things with discount prices.

How to prepare for a job interview(by Akira)

You will succeed in any job interview if you follow these steps. First, find information about the company which you might join. Particulary, check to see if it is a legal company. Next, read your resume carefully. Make sure you remember any self-introductory speeches you prepared in foreign languages. Third, put your formal suit on, and check to see if it has any holes or dirt on it. After that, go to bed early before the day to store enough stamina. Finally, also the most important thing is to be on time on your interview day.

How to get to my house(by Akira)

You can get to my here by following these steps. First, take the MRT blue-line to Zhongkiao Fuxing station, get off the train, and then follow the signs to find exit 4. You may feel very crowded because there might be many people who want to go to SOGO department store. Next, follow the underground street for about 100 meters, then you will arrive at a big court. Third, turn right to take the escalator, and you can see a park. After passing an intersection, then turn right again to get into the parks. After that, walk straight through the park in the north-west direction for about 1 minute. Finally, you will find a white tall building next to a three-floored house. My house is on the third floor in the building. Go upstairs, and I will prepare a lot of delicious snacks for you.

How to Prepare for an Earthquake (by Erica)

Here is how to prepare for an earthquake. First, prepare some food, water and torches. Then don't hang frames on the wall, and put everything in safe places. After that, clean exit doors and stairs, and check the gas system. Next prepare the valuable things including money, gold, clothes and telephone numbered list in a big bag. If an earthquake happens you can take the bag, and run away as soon as possible. Finally, check the doors to see if they can be opened to avoid breaking down. An Earthquake is not terrible, if you prepare everything well before an earthquake.

How to Get an A in a Class (by Simon)

Here's how to get an A in a class .First ,go to school on time ,don't be late .Second ,spend some time to preview and review .Next ,pay attention and concentrate in class .Fourth ,ask the teacher any questions you want to know ,and respond when the teacher asks questions .Then study hard every day ,and do homework accordingly .After that ,talk to the teacher anytime ,and practice your conversation .Finally ,the most important thing is to be good friends with the teacher .

How to Get an A in a Class (by Jean)

Here is how to get good grades in a class.First,go to school on time,and don't be late or leave early.Preview and do homework accordingly before class.Second,pay attention and concentrate in class.Don't chat in class or eat food.Next,ask the teacher questions or discuss with classmates if you have questions that you don't know.Respond when the teacher asks queations.Then study hard and preview after class.Talk to the teacher any time or mail her,and your English will improve.Finally,be good friends with the teacher.If you do these steps as the above,getting good grades will be easy for you.

How to Prepare for an Earthquake(by mindy)

Here is how to prepare for an earthquake. First, buy some food and some water.
Second, prepare a torch and a candle for a power failure. Next, put everything in a safe place, but don,t hang frames on the wall.Then check to see if the gas system is safe because a gas explosion is an extremely dangerous accident.After that, clean exit doors and the stairs, and don,t place anything in front of the doors. Then check to see if the doors can be opened. Next, put valuable things in a bag, so that you can go outside quickly. Finally, practice hiding under the table with your family, so when an earthquake happens, you will be safe.

How to Get to My House (by simon)

Here is how to get to my house from Taipei station .First ,go to Taipei train station ,and buy a ticket from Taipei to Keelung .It costs about 50 to 60 NT dollars .Next ,go to the platfrom that heads to the north direction ,and wait for the train .Before Keelung station is 三坑 station ,but don't worry about that because Keelung is the last station .After that ,when you arrive at Keelung ,cross the crosswalk to the bus stops .Then watch out for the bus numbered 303 ,and it heads for 大竿林 .The bus comes every 30 minutes .If you don't want to wait for the bus ,you can take a taxi .Fifth ,take the 303 bus ,and get off the bus at the temple named 代天宮 .My house is in the community called 山林松境 near the temple .Finally ,take a walk to find the house with number 50 on it in the community ,and welcome to my house .

How to get to my house(by wendy)

Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Train Station. First of all, prepare 30 NT dollars and find MRT Taipei Main Station. Second, get the ticket and get on the Mrt,then get off at Kunyarn Station. It takes about 23 minutes from Taipei Main Station to Kunyarn Station. When you arrive at Kunyarn Station, go to exit#1 and cross the street, you will find a public bus station in front of you . There are 3 bus choices for you and they are bus212,270,and Blue 25. When you get on the bus, please get off at Academic Silica station, then wait for our community shuttle bus which has a mark"GREEN HILL" on the windshield. Once you arrive at our security gate, call me and I will pick you up.

Interduceing Myself (by Wendy)

I came from a six-children-family. I am the youngest one. My parents and sisters always took care of all the things for me. I really had a great time when I was a kid.
To be honest, I even didn't know how to cook before I got married. After I married my husband, It was really a big challenge for me to learn to be a house wife, a daughter-in-law, and a mother. I tried very hard and did quite well. I spent all the time for my family, sometimes I even feel I was a sacrifice.
now, my kids are growing up, so I can spent more time for myself. I usually enjoy going to the movies, doing some exercises(like playing tennis and swimming), going to concerts and watching live sport games on TV.
If you ask what my resolutions is, I will tell you that I want to improve my English and speak it fluently. I plan to travel all over the world. To learn different cultures from different countries, and to taste the exotic food, or to enjoy the grand slum in France, New York, Wimbledom and Austrelia.
I wish I could live fully everyday.

How to Get to My House (by Erica)

Here is how to get to my house form Taipei Main Station. First, walk down to Taipei Main Station, and buy a MRT ticket that costs NT 30 dollors. Then get on the MRT blue line from Taipei Main Station to Kunyang Station. Next, go to a bus station nearby Kunyang Station, and get on the bus numbered Blue 22,and go from Kunyang Station to Dong-Shin Elementray School. Finally, you will see a 12-floor-building nearby the bus station. You can take the elevator to the 9th floor. There is my house. Overall, it takes 30 to 40 minutes to get to my house.

How to Get to My House~by Sandra

Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Station.First,prepare 35 NT dollars to buy a ticket to Kunyang Station in the Taipei Main Station.Then take the blue line which is bound for Kunyang Station,and get off there.After that,look for the bus stops near the MRT station,and take the bus nombered Blue36 to Bei-Feng Borough.Then get off the bus and turn left.Finally,you will see a red building,and my house is inside.

How to Get to My House ( by Synsia )

Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Station. First, go to Taipei Station and buy a ticket. Second, take the red line and get on the train which heads for Danshui. After about twelve minutes, you will be at Shilin Station and get off there. Then go out of the station from exit no.1, and go straight to the bus stops. Next, turn right and keep going straight for four blocks and then turn right. After that, find the first high building on your right and go in ther. Finally, take the elevator to the 9th floor and my house will be on your left.

My English Teacher ( by mindy)

Most of my English teacher were very stern and strict.

On the first day, before my class started, I thought to

myself if my teacher was going to be a man or a woman,

if she was old or young, funny or boring. Suddenly, a

young stylish woman came into my classroom. For a short

time, I found out about her good memory and her enthusiasm

for teaching. Now, I am very happy to have Katie as my

English teacher.

How to get to my house (by mindy)

Here is how to get to my house from Taipei station.

First, buy a ticket at Taipei station, and take the

red line to Danshui. Next, get off at Shipai station.

Then go out of the exit that leads to the Longzhong

General Hospital direction. After that, cross an

intersection and walk for a while. Next, look for a

bus stand to Longzhong General Hospital, then wait for

the bus numbered 601,508,and 224. After that, get off at

the Fude Temple bus stand, then cross the street and go

30m to a glass shop into the Shipai station. Next, turn

right and you can find a yellow green building. Finally,

this is my house on eighth floor. You can't miss it.

How to get to my house (by Renee)

Here is how to get to my house from Taipei Main Station. First, buy a ticket, and it costs 25NT dollars. Second, take the blue line from Taipei Main Station to Chunghsiao Fuhsing Station. Then get off the train at Chunghsiao Fuhsing Station. Third, transfer to the brown line at Chunghsiao Fuhsing Station. Next, take the brown line from Chunghsiao Fuhsing Station to Linguang Station, then go through four stations, you will arrive at Linguang Station near my house. Next, when you arrive at Linguang Station, go to the only one exit, you will see me there. Finally, we will walk for about five minutes, you can see a gray building. It is my house.

How to Get to My House (by Jean)

Here is how to get to my house from Taipei station.First,buy the ticket at Taipei station,and it costs about nineteen NT dollars.See the time table and check the time schedule in Taipei train station.Second,take the escalator and go to the platform numbered 3.Wait for the train that heads for Shulin,or any train that stops at Shulin.Third,take the train,go pass two stops,and then take off.Take off at Shulin ,and go to the rear exit at Shulin station.Then go to my home on foot for about ten minutes.Go pass four intersections,and you will see the Aurura,pharmacy store,7-11,85'C coffee shop,and gas station on the way.Finally,turn right ,and you will see the Califfour supermarket and an evening market.Look for this address:lane145,lane10,no4 and welcome to my home.

How to Get to My House (by Jean)