Things Non-Spanish-Speaking Latinos Are Sick of Hearing

In the second video, the man whose name is Alejandro Pacheco,  doesn´t speak Spanish despite his name.

I think that is a disadvantage because if a person can speak two or more languages has more opportunities to get job.

In this case Alejandro seems very angry with the people who think he can speak Spanish.

Maybe his parents are from Mexico but he born and grew up in the USA and his parents avoided the Spanish in his house all the time and it could be the reason that English is the first and the only language for him


https://youtu.be/VKJe4BTC1Vg

Ken Tanaka meets a Caucasian Japanese man

About the first video, 

I think that KenTanaka looks like an American man but he speaks English like me, his accent is special and the fluency that he has to speak Japanese makes me think that he is a Japanese man.

The other man Deby Bazan, who looks like another American person, doesn´t speak nothing of English.

The topic that they talking is about the bullying in Japan when they were growing because their appearance. Deby explain that he didn´t fell bullying although he arrived to Japan at 15 years old

https://youtu.be/cG5sqVE2J5I

my exercises

Instructions You are going to read a magazine article about crime prevention. For Questions 1-6, choose the correct answer A, B, C or D.

A recent survey of crime statistics shows that we are all more likely to be burgled now than 20 years ago and the police advise everyone to take a few simple precautions to protect their homes. The first fact is that burglars and other intruders prefer easy opportunities, like a house which is very obviously empty. This is much less of a challenge than an occupied house, and one which is well-protected. A burglar will wonder if it is worth the bother. There are some general tips on how to avoid your home becoming another crime statistic. Avoid leaving signs that your house is empty. When you have to go out, leave at least one light on as well as a radio or television, and do not leave any curtains wide open. The sight of your latest music centre or computer is enough to tempt any burglar. Never leave a spare key in a convenient hiding place. The first place a burglar will look is under the doormat or in a flower pot and even somewhere more 'imaginative' could soon be uncovered by the intruder. It is much safer to leave a key with a neighbour you can trust. But if your house is in a quiet, desolate area be aware that this will be a burglar's dream, so deter any potential criminal from approaching your house by fitting security lights to the outside of your house. But what could happen if, in spite of the aforementioned precautions, a burglar or intruder has decided to target your home? Windows are usually the first point of entry for many intruders. Downstairs windows provide easy access while upstairs windows can be reached with a ladder or by climbing up the drainpipe. Before going to bed you should double-check that all windows and shutters are locked. No matter how small your windows may be, it is surprising what a narrow gap a determined burglar can manage to get through. For extra security, fit window locks to the inside of the window. What about entry via doors? Your back door and patio doors, which are easily forced open, should have top quality security locks fitted. Even though this is expensive it will be money well spent. Install a burglar alarm if you can afford it as another line of defence against intruders. A sobering fact is that not all intruders have to break and enter into a property. Why go to the trouble of breaking in if you can just knock and be invited in? Beware of bogus officials or workmen and, particularly if you are elderly, fit a chain and an eye hole so you can scrutinise callers at your leisure. When you do have callers never let anybody into your home unless you are absolutely sure they are genuine. Ask to see an identity card, for example. If you are in the frightening position of waking in the middle of the night and think you can hear an intruder, then on no account should you approach the intruder. Far better to telephone the police and wait for help.

  

Instructions You are going to read an article about online safety. For questions 1-6, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

BE WEB WISE Protect your computer, by all means, but don't forget to protect yourself, advises web safety expert, Amanda Knox. We're always being urged to stay safe online. But in an era where the internet is part of our everyday lives - for work, fun, study, shopping, even managing finances - it's not always easy to spot the dangers. Web safety expert, Amanda Knox, explores some of the issues lurking in cyberspace. Her first piece of advice is to install software and a firewall to protect your computer from viruses, hackers and criminals who want to steal your data or financial information. "Think of these as your first line of defence," says Amanda.  So much for protecting yourself against intruders, but what about other problems? Say you've accidentally deleted an important file or you've been at the mercy of a natural disaster. Katy Marsh runs an online photography business from home and when a fire destroyed part of her house it could easily have spelled ruin for her business too. "Luckily I keep a regular back-up of my data so it wasn't a catastrophe." Amanda advises that while back-ups are good to have we must ensure we protect our computers to start with. Whilst most of us are aware of the need to protect our computers, it seems we're more lax when it comes to looking out for ourselves, at least according to a recent web awareness survey. Web safety specialists say better personal awareness is needed and this is due in part to the rise of 'Social Networking' sites like 'Facebook' or 'Twitter', which allow us to connect with people around the world with similar interests and professional backgrounds. Chris Simpson, a computer programmer, learnt the hard way. "I joined a free online networking group in the hope of making some professional contacts to help me find a new job. After a month, one of my online contacts invited me to take out a subscription to a club that promised access to a network of job recruiters. It turned out to be a waste of money. I ended up a laughing stock with my mates - they couldn't believe that someone in my job could get taken in so easily." No wonder then that Amanda warns, "It's easy to get complacent and let our guard down when we meet someone with the same interests online." This brings us to other potential pitfalls. Are the people you meet online who they really claim to be? Can you be sure the person you're chatting with is in fact a 22-year-old Maths undergraduate from London and not someone merely masquerading as a student to win your trust? Khaled, a postgrad from Manchester University, quickly realised that it was unwise of him to post his phone number and email address in the public forum of an online academic discussion group. He was soon bombarded with unwanted emails and nuisance phone calls. Yet, it's astonishing how many highly educated people do this without considering the consequences that anyone in the world could use the information to make (unwanted) contact.  When networking and joining online communities it's better to be cautious about the amount of personal information you share. For example, it isn't always necessary to use your real name as a username when registering for a service. You could instead use a pseudonym, or a name that doesn't give away your real identity to other users. And is it really important to tell the world details about your school, college or any local clubs you're a member of? Sometimes it pays to be a little vague and simply say something like 'I'm studying at college in Madrid at the moment and I'm a member of a local tennis club'.  If you do experience problems from another user be prepared to report them for misusing the service. You'll be doing other users a favour too. And if all else fails, check to see if it is easy to delete your account and leave the service if you choose to and that you have the option to delete all your details. A general rule of thumb is not to post any information about yourself that you would not be happy for the world to know - not just now but in years to come. This includes photographs of yourself, particularly embarrassing shots of you at that party which you may later regret! It's not always easy to remove information after it's been posted so you - not to mention your future employer - may have an unpleasant surprise a few years down the line.

                                                                                                

Part 5: Multiple Choice

1	In the second paragraph the phrase 'first line of defence' suggests something
			is the only option.
			offers protection.
			is an instruction.
			shows weakness.
2	The effect of the fire was
			worse for Katy's business than her home.
			to ruin Katy's business.
			not as serious for Katy's business as it could have been.
			to make Katy start to back up her data.
3	According to the web awareness survey, our attitude to our personal safety is rather
			relaxed.
			concerned.
			positive.
			uncertain.
4	Regarding Khaled's experience, the writer is surprised that
			people telephone complete strangers.
			people don't think of the results of their actions online.
			university students take part in online discussions.
			people sent emails to Khaled without asking permission.
5	What tip does the writer give for joining an online community?
			Always use a false name.
			Make sure you are properly registered.
			Limit the information you give to others.
			Tell other users where you're studying.
6	In the final paragraph, the writer advises people
			not to put photos online.
			to apply for a job online.
			not to have any personal information online.
			to consider what may cause problems in the future.

5 techniques to speak any language | Sid Efromovich

I think that in general all the sugestions of the speaker are very useful.
First, make mistakes  it is good  to see how can we must to do all right at the second or third time.
One of the suggestion it is funny for me,  and it is shower conversations I would not have thought of it, and I will try soon.
Another suggestion is find a stickler, a person who know all about the language, and practice with these persons, it is good because  you can practice all the skills.


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My first composition

At the beginning of the reading I felt very excited because I tought that it would be very easy for me, I thought that I was good at this kind of exercises but when I started reading the second text and when I couldn´t understand anything about it I felt anxious and frustated.

I need to read more and more.

My Learning style results

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