Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Scripture vocabulary

Scriptures
Standard Works
Bible

  • Old Testament
  • New Testament
Book of Mormon
Doctrine & Covenants
Pearl of Great Price
Preach My Gospel
Chapter (Bible, Book of Mormon)
Section (Doctrine & Covenants)
To share a scripture
To study the scriptures

Testimony Phrases and Vocabulary

Bearing Testimony

Common Phrases 

I am thankful for…

I know that…
I testify that…
I love…

Stating Truth

The Church is true
Heavenly Father loves us
Joseph Smith restored the gospel
We have a prophet today
The Spirit speaks to us
The Book of Mormon is true
Jesus Christ is our Savior/Redeemer
God answers our prayers
Priesthood power blesses our lives
Our families can be eternal through the temple ordinances

Closing

I say these things…
I bear this testimony…
…in the name of Jesus Christ, amen. 

Thursday, July 7, 2016

Church vocabulary from July 6th

Sacrament meeting
Bishopric
Announcement
Speakers
Talk
Hymn
Conduct music/ Lead music
Pianist
Organist
Offer a prayer
Opening prayer
Closing prayer
Sunday School
Gospel Principles
Gospel Doctrine
Relief Society
Elders' Quorum
Youth
Young Men
Young Women
Primary
Nursery

Friday, July 1, 2016

Tuesday July 5 Classwork

Backpacking is a popular activity in the United States. Many different companies produce goods and equipment for people who enjoy living in nature.

Many companies produce special clothing for people who enjoy backpacking. Some companies make strong shoes made for walking and hiking. Others make small stoves for cooking food. Other companies make small lightweight cloth tents that campers can carry anywhere. A few companies sell equipment that makes water safe to drink. And a number of companies make the backpacks that campers use to carry all this equipment.

Each of these companies tries to make the best possible product that is very lightweight. A backpack filled with food, water, and equipment needed for a week weighs about twenty kilograms. Many experienced backpackers carry far less and travel faster. Others take more equipment because they want more of the comforts of home.

Many state and national parks permit backpacking. In some parks you must pay a small amount of money for each day. Others cost nothing. Some national parks provide hundreds of kilometers of paths or trails to follow.

Vocabulary

Backpacking: Hiking with a big backpack. (Usually for several days)
Equipment: Tools
Stove: A tool used to cook food.
Campers: People who sleep outside.
Lightweight: Not heavy
Comforts of home: Things from home that you like (pillows, clean clothes, etc.)
To permit: To allow

Source: http://www.manythings.org/voa/sports/3020.html

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Homework for Wednesday, June 29th

Please read the news article. We will talk about it in class:

         Jogging barefoot might be better for you than running in running shoes. This is the conclusion of new research from scientists at Glasgow University in Scotland. In fact, researchers say running with running shoes may actually be harmful to our bodies. The research team found that 75% of the joggers in their study experienced something called ‘heel strike’. This is when our heels hit the ground too hard and hurt our bones. This happens around 1,000 times for every 1.5 km we run. The scientists say running barefoot is more natural. People who run without shoes do not land on their heels. This avoids sending shock through their body. Barefoot runners may have less risk of injury than those who wear running shoes.

        The research helps explain why many long-distance runners run so well barefoot. Researchers said: “For most of human history, runners were either barefoot or wore minimal footwear such as sandals…with…little cushioning.” Barefoot running is common in many parts of the world, especially Africa. The most famous barefoot runner is South Africa’s Zola Budd, who ran without shoes in the 1984 Olympics. Dr. Daniel Lieberman from Harvard University warns people to start slowly to avoid injury if they begin running barefoot.

Vocabulary:
Barefoot – no shoes
Harmful – something that hurts you
Heel – the back of the foot that touches the ground
Shock – when one thing hits something else
Minimal – not very much
Cushioning – helps make shoes softer


Source: http://www.breakingnewsenglish.com/1001/100129-running_shoes.html

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Technology Presentations for Thursday, June 23

Answer the following questions about your topic. Please speak for at least two minutes.

  • What is your technology?
  • What does it do?
  • Do you use it? If so, how?
  • What are two benefits (pros) and two disadvantages (cons) of this technology?

Reading for Wednesday, June 22

 Please read this article for class on Wednesday:

Internet Addiction - A Growing Problem

The New York Times has reported a problem that many of us have but don't know about – Internet addiction. According to reporter Tara Parker-Pope, millions of us are addicted to being online. This is a growing problem that makes us more forgetful and impatient. Various reports show how technology is changing people. Psychologist Dr. Elias Aboujaode says: “More and more, life is resembling the chat room.” He said we are living in “virtual lifestyles”, which is negatively affecting our real-life relationships. Nicki Dowling, a psychologist from Australia, said in a recent study that 10% of young people have what she called “Internet dependence”.

There are some signs that you are addicted to using the internet. One is if you check your e-mail before doing other things. Another sign is if you go online to feel happier or always look forward to using the internet. Addicted people often say "just a few more minutes" when someone wants them to get offline.

Vocabulary:
Addiction/addicted - when you like something so much you need it all the time
Dependence - same as addiction; when you need to do something all the time
Psychologist - someone who studies the human mind
Virtual - not real life; something in a game or online

Source: http://www.breakingnewsenglish.com/1006/100610-internet_addiction.html