I find the materials so engaging, relevant, and easy to understand - I now use iCivics as a central resource, and use the textbook as a supplemental tool. The games are invaluable for applying the concepts we learn in class. My seniors LOVE iCivics. Lynna Landry , AP US History & Government / Economics Teacher and Department Chair, California The Book of Esther never mentions God by name, there is never the word "prayer" uttered, and the only spiritual discipline that is mentioned is fasting but that never says anything about prayer and fasting. It doesn't appear that Esther actually wrote this book because if she did, she wouldn't have likely named it after herself. While a synthesis of such scope might well have been possible without the light-speed world library of the Internet, I, for one, would never have attempted it. Before 1993 my thinking was complacent, spendthrift, and narrow. Now, it is informed, tightfisted, and synthetic. I can't wait to see where it goes next. The Bible word sometimes translated fornication does not mean 'sex before marriage.' In the Bible, weddings were purely secular. Under Old Testament law, casual sex was impossible. For an unmarried man to have sex with an unmarried woman was to make an even more binding commitment than normal marriage. I. A phrase is a collection of words that may have nouns or verbals, but it does not have a subject doing a verb. The following are examples of phrases: leaving behind the dog smashing into a fence before the first test after the devastation between ignorance and intelligence broken into thousands of pieces because of her glittering smile This has to be a HUGE problem for the child — they have to feel like it's a matter of life and death, even if the actual problem is only a missing button. As long as the child feels like it's a huge problem, the reader will feel like it's a huge problem. 6. Use Repetition. GzC9f. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Wanting to read more, but not knowing where to start, is such a common conundrum that there’s even a WikiHow page dedicated to reading more. Perhaps your boss asked you to read certain books to support you at your job. Maybe you like the aesthetic of giant scarves, warm beverages, and stained wood bookshelves sagging under the weight of dilapidated paperbacks. Or possibly you feel the irresistible, inherent human draw towards stories. While a lot has been written about the ways books can make you smarter besides the simple imparting of knowledge, the truth is that attaching a strategic goal to what’s supposed to be a relaxing activity can make it too intimidating. You don’t have to be the next Yo Yo Ma to enjoy Bach’s cello suites. Why should reading be any different? If you want to learn how to start reading more, but have been too intimidated to try, consider trying these tips. Get the Right Recs If you’re trying to read more, the first thing you’ll need to do is find a book to read. This is often easier said than done, of course, especially when you consider that well over 1,000 new books are published per day. With such an overwhelming number of books, it’s easy to see how finding one you actually like to read can quickly become a daunting task. That’s why you should find a trusted person you can ask for suggestions. Knowing whom to ask for book recommendations is a crucial skill. The right recommendation can open up a huge world of possibilities and insights. Find a friend who knows you really well and has a diverse reading list! and ask them to recommend something they think you’d like. Tell them about movies you like to watch, issues or topics you care about, and other ways you like to relax and unwind. If they know you love being outdoors, they may recommend John Muir’s My First Summer in the Sierra. More of a People Magazine person? Kevin Kwan’s Crazy Rich Asians could be right up your alley. Book Deals Newsletter Sign up for our Book Deals newsletter and get up to 80% off books you actually want to read. Thank you for signing up! Keep an eye on your inbox. By signing up you agree to our terms of use Of course, if you don’t know someone that can fill this role, you can always consult a Bibliologist. Look for Page-Turners If it seems books have a hard time holding your attention, find a book with short chapters or a lot of cliffhangers to keep your interest. Sassy action-thrillers like Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum series cut right to the core of the plot. The Martian by Andy Weir is as hilarious as it is fast-paced and readable. Short chapters and cliffhangers do not indicate a book of “lesser” value. They simply indicate the author knows how to keep you guessing and keep you reading. If you want to keep reading, you need to stay interested. And if you still have a hard time staying focused, you can read 1–2 chapters at a time. You’ll make progress on the book without feeling like you’re stuck on a chapter that just won’t end. Don’t Be Afraid to Read YA YA stands for “young adult,” or, more precisely, novels written for people between the ages of 12 and 18 years old. Despite the age range of their intended audience, anyone of any age can read YA books and enjoy them. As Abby Hargreaves recently wrote for Book Riot, YA novels have a much broader appeal than to just teenagers. Just because they’re geared to younger readers, doesn’t mean they’re juvenile. On the contrary, many YA novels gracefully tackle serious issues, such as police brutality Angie Thomas’s The Hate U Give, or sexuality the queer space age retelling of the King Arthur myth, Once and Future by Amy Rose Capetta and Cori McCarthy. YA fiction is often equally silly and serious. It tends to be shorter than adult fiction, and easier to read. For recommendations on how to start reading YA, check out this list of books. Listen to Audiobooks If you struggle with the sitting and focusing required to read a physical book, or don’t have the time, consider listening to audiobooks. Audiobooks are a great way to make mundane tasks, like chores or a daily commute, more enjoyable. Even better, many audiobooks are available for free through your local library through apps like Hoopla, Libby, and Overdrive. A pro tip for finding an audiobook you like find a narrator you like. Famous actors will often perform audiobooks. If The Handmaid’s Tale or Tom Sawyer have always intimidated you, hearing Claire Danes or Nick Offerman AKA Parks and Recreations Ron Swanson narrate may add another layer of interest to your listening. Plus, many celebrities narrate their own memoirs. If you love Tiffany Haddish, it is more than worth it to hear her read The Last Black Unicorn. Download Some Ebooks If you’re constantly on your phone or tablet, but the thought of lugging around a physical book seems like too much, try an ebook. Ebooks are also widely available on a variety of different apps, and can be read on just about any device nowadays. They’ve become ubiquitous among voracious readers and for good reason they’re addictive! One secret to the addictive nature of ebooks the pages are really short. Most of the time, you feel more active reading an ebook than a physical book because you turn the pages more often. Plus, if you find yourself mindlessly scrolling social media, you can easily use that time to switch over to a more entertaining ebook on the same device. Take Advantage of Boredom While you may think you don’t have time to read, there may be some blank edges in your day where having a book could come in handy. A daily commute on the train, doctor’s appointments, waiting for your kids to finish up soccer practice, are all opportunities to sneak in some reading. Thanks to COVID-19, you are likely more bored than ever. Why not use that extra time to squeeze in some reading? This is where audiobooks and ebooks come in handy. While you may not be used to lugging around Anna Karenina, you likely carry around a smart phone pretty much all of the time. Having a few ebooks or audiobooks preloaded onto your phone can help keep you engaged and informed at all times. Read the Book Version of a Movie or TV Show The debate of books over movies has raged for as long as books have been adapted for film and I am frankly not interested in adding more to it. As a tool to start reading, however, movies and TV shows are a great place to start. First of all, you already know you like the story, the characters, and the setting if you like the filmed adaptation of a book. Secondly, while occasionally movies surpass their source material, in general books include more details and background that movies leave out, because they have the luxury of extra time to say what they want to say. If the thought of spoilers puts you off reading the book, at the very least you have a good jumping off point for what stories might catch your attention. For example, do you love The Hunger Games? Here’s a list of similar books for you to try. Learn the Power of the DNF Internet bookworms have many acronyms TBR, AOC, the list goes on. One of the most freeing is DNF did not finish. After being forced to stomach “classics” in our high school language arts classes, many of us carry a lot of unnecessary guilt into our adult reading lives. The idea that we must soldier on through a grueling book is drilled into our heads from an early age. One of the true miracles of growing up is just doing whatever the heck you want. And no matter how much your partner, boss, best friend, or pushy aunt goads you to read a certain book, if you’d rather pull your fingernails off than read the book, put it down. Find something else. Life is too short to believe you hate reading because you’ve only ever read books you hate. Find one you like. It’s out there I promise. All of these tips are designed to help you either find a book you enjoy, or find a way to consume books that works for you. If you want to learn how to start reading, the key is this make sure you like it. Books can be dry and dense, they can be puzzling and weird, or they can be short and silly. They can make you laugh, cry, think, dream, and feel the full range of emotions a human being experiences. The fact that you sought out an article about how to start reading more means you want to like it. So make sure you don’t lose sight of what you enjoy and what interests you. If you do that, you’ll be reading before you know it. 英語 美國 It is better off using thisI have never read such an interesting book as this before. 越南語 Yeah, but I wonder if it was correct when I use never ever in my writing. honestly, cause my teacher told me that I was wrong and she had never seen it before. 英語 美國 selenalinh Yes, we don't use it so your teacher is right. Because, "I do NOT EVER", is already a replacement for the word, "never". So that is why in this sentence that I provided does not have the word, never in it. If you already wrote down, "never" there is no need for the word "ever". But if you did not use the word "never", then you have to put down, "not ever". Does that make sense? So using, "I have never ever" wouldn't make grammatical sense. 越南語 OK I got it. Thanks a lot. But can I ask you one more question? When can never go together with ever, cause in some song lyrics they have 英語 美國 When using never ever, the word "ever" make the word "never" more forceful. Meaning you are giving more emphasis to the word "never" to give it a stronger meaning. Since "never" means - at no time and ever means - at any time, it makes these two words opposite of each other." So to use "never" with "ever" you will have to put it like this, "never have I ever". Which means, at no time have I ever done this at any time. Does it make sense? If not, I will do my best to clarify it for you EDIT I have corrections for you and I will admit it with no problem, but by rereading your sentence that you have given, I have never ever can be grammatically correct if you place a comma between "never and ever" like "I have never, ever read a book like this before." So if you are trying to emphasize the word "never" it is alright to use it. I am sorry if I caused you immense confusion 😅😅😅. 越南語 Thank you so much for helping me. Have a good day! 英語 美國 thank you, you too! And is that Suga? 越南語 sorry for replying late. yep, that's right 你知道如何提升自己的外語能力嗎❓你要做的就是讓母語者來訂正你的寫作！使用HiNative，免費讓母語者來幫你訂正文章✍️✨ 註冊 [ so vs such ]I’ve never read so interesting bookB. such an interesting bookSelect your answer A B C D E Random Topics Past Simple Vs. Present Perfect Simple Future Tense Everyday vs. Every Day Tenses and PronounsPassive of Modal VerbsGrammar Possessive PronounsPresent Simple/AffirmativeSimple TenseAsking and Giving SuggestionOther quiz Grammar › ViewChoose the answer that displays the best grammer. A. I had a bowl of cereal for breakfast B. I had a bowl of cereal for breakfast. C. I had a bowl of cereal for breakfast. Vocabulary › ViewA figure of speech involving exaggeration A. Hyperbole B. Metaphor C. Simile D. OxymoronHow to use Read the question carefully, then select one of the answers button. report this ad Recently, celebrity chef Jamie Oliver told reporters that — while he has written more than 20 cookbooks — he had never read a whole book until recently, when he finished Suzanne Collins’s Hunter Games sequel, Catching Fire. Oliver said, “I’ve never read a book in my life, which I know sounds incredibly ignorant but I’m dyslexic and I get bored easily.” Fair enough. As a kind of thought experiment, Flavorwire has picked out the first ten books that an adult who is new to reading should pick up. Quibbles or further suggestions? Add them in the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn , Mark TwainNot only is this book an essential American classic, but Twain is an essential American figure — and you might as well begin your reading life by reading the work of one of the most interesting minds available. Plus, can’t go wrong with Huck Finn — it’s adventure and social commentary and a stellar yarn all in , William ShakespeareEverybody should read Shakespeare. Boring, you say? Not Hamlet — there’s murder, revenge, a ghost, a suicide, and much Catcher in the Rye , SalingerHolden Caulfield has ushered many a teenager into the world of reading, and to be honest, you may not get the full force of this novel as an adult — even an adult generally unfamiliar with fiction. That said, the book is such an entrenched part of the collective American consciousness that it’s worth knowing about at any age. And if you’ve ever been a discontent adolescent, you’ll probably like it at least a of Darkness , Joseph ConradDon’t be scared — this book looks serious, and it is, but it’s also super short. This is the most disquieting, illusionary campfire tale you will ever hear, but luckily, you can hear it in the safety of your own Great Gatsby , F. Scott FitzgeraldNot only is this book short and straightforwardly written if not particularly straightforward, but it’s an American touchstone, the book that is probably most often cited as the Great American Novel. A Game , Orson Scott CardPart of beginning a reading life is exploring your options and figuring out what kind of books you like. The classics are all very well and good and probably necessary, but maybe you like sci-fi, and there’s only one way to find out. Plus, there’s the fact that this book will keep anyone especially anyone who enjoyed Catching Fire engaged from first page to Hobbit , TolkienOr maybe it’s fantasy that gets your reading motor going? Start at the top with this wonderful Kill a Mockingbird , Harper LeeAnother American classic, Lee’s book features the best dad any girl could ever hope for, plus a fascinating historical perspective and some damn fine writing. Everyone you know has read this book, and for good , Toni MorrisonToni Morrison’s masterpiece has been widely heralded as one of the best books in recent history, and indeed, it is much beloved ha, ha by readers and critics alike. This despite the fact that it is not a feel-good book, but rather a harrowing account of an escaped slave trying to save her children from her own Dalloway , Virginia WoolfNow, this is a little more advanced, it’s true. But if you’re an adventurous type, you won’t be disappointed with Woolf’s incredible, stream-of-consciousness novel. You might have to read it twice, but you should definitely read it. 1 Will anyone tell me if the following sentences are correct? 1. I have never read such an interesting book as this. 2. I have never read such an interesting book like this. 3. I have never read an interesting book like this. 4. I have never read an interesting book as this. I want all the sentences mean the same. Are "like" and "as" the same? I am not sure if "such" is needed for 3 and 4. 2 1. I have never read such an interesting book as this. 2. I have never read such an interesting book like this. 3. I have never read an interesting book like this. ?? 4. I have never read an interesting book as this. "I have never read a book as interesting as this" 3 Is it also alright to say I have never read as interesting a book as this. 4 "I have never read as interesting a book as this." is fine, at least in my opinion. Another possibility is a minor variation "I have never read so interesting a book as this." 5 All of what Doc says would be right in AE as well. 6 Thank you so much everyone! Often candidates find IELTS Speaking difficult. It is a face-to-face interview with the examiner and hence candidates often find it difficult to communicate. Especially cue cards as in here they have to speak on a random topic for a minute or two. In this article, we have demonstrated the correct way to write sample answers to a topic describe an exciting book you read. IELTS Speaking Module IELTS test is a standardized English language test for candidates who want to take admission in foreign universities or go to foreign for work purposes. It has four sections including reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Also Read Describe a Poisonous Plant in your Country Solved IELTS Cue Card 2021 Answer Cue Card- IELTS Speaking Module In the cue card part of the IELTS speaking module, test takers will be given a cue card with a random topic. Candidates will be given one minute to think about the cue card topic and then speak for at least one minute. Describe an Exciting Book You have Read Cue Card Topic Describe an Exciting Book You have Read – Sample Answer One Thank you for allowing me to speak about my favourite book. I am quite a bibliophile and thus I have quite a big collection of books with myself. But if I have to speak about the book that I found most intriguing then it would surely be Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. This is a fantasy novel that revolves around a boy and a magical world. The writer has created a new world of witches and wizards. The book was so interesting that whenever I read it I got transported to a different world. The story begins with the introduction of the main protagonist Harry Potter. He is an orphan and lives with his uncle and aunt. They treat him like a pushover and compel him to live under the stairs. Until his 13th birthday, everything was just worse around him. As soon as he turns 13th, he gets a letter from Hogwarts, a magical school. This letter is delivered by an owl and demands him to be present in the school for further studies in magic. Soon he finds that he is a half-blood wizard and his parents die fighting the strongest wizard of the magical world. And thus his journey as a wizard and saving the whole wizardry world begins. In this journey, he is accompanied by his best friends Ron Weasley, a pure-blood wizard, and Hermione Granger, a muggle-born witch. This is the first series of the book and one of the best too. This series is written by JK Rowling and is also adapted in the film series. This is an interesting book and never fails to excite me. Also Read Describe an Adventurous Thing You Did When You Were a Child An Interesting IELTS Cue Card Topic Describe an Exciting Book You have Read – Sample Answer Two Today I would like to speak on the Tempest that is written by the most famous writer and dramatist in the world, William Shakespeare. As the name suggests this story revolves around a Storm. A storm that brings our main protagonist to an inhabitant island and also that brings the Ill doer in the island to reap what they had sowed. The story begins with a storm or tempest. The main female protagonist Miranda is watching the storm disturbing the calm water and then the water engulfing a ship boarded by several men. She asks her father Prospero who is also a wizard if he has raged the storm. Then his father takes her into the flashback and tells how his brother cheated him with the help of his enemy and dethroned him and left him with his daughter in a rugged boat to the mercy of the sea. Now it’s the time for them to repent their sins. While the story develops forwards Miranda and Prince Ferdinand fall in love with each other. And Prospero’s brother Antonio, King of Naples Alonso, and his brother Sebastian come to the Island. The King is distressed by the assumed death of his son Ferdinand. The villains realize their mistakes at the end of the story and Prospero gets his kingdom back with Miranda getting married to Ferdinand. This story also contains some supernatural elements such as Ariel, an airy spirit, and Caliban, the half-human earth spirit. It also has comedy scenes of Trinculo and Stephano with the Caliban. This is an interesting play written by William Shakespeare. It is a story with different stories going on in different parts of the islands. It makes me laugh, cry and also feel amazing. Also Read Describe a Time When You had Some Medicine Learn the Incredible Ways to Answer in the IELTS Cue Card Describe an Exciting Book You have Read – Sample Answer Three Thank you for giving me this opportunity to speak about my favourite book. I have read countless books but if I have to speak about a specific one I would say Lord of the Rings. The story revolves around the main antagonist Dark Lord Sauron. He is the creator of the one ring to Rule the Other rings of power he has given to men, dwarves, and elves. The first book starts with Bilbo celebrating his 111th birthday and then suddenly leaves the Shire, his hometown. Somehow he has the position of the ultimate ring and he passes the ring to his cousin and heir Frodo Baggins. After knowing the truth of the ring by wizard Gandalf he embarks on the journey to discover the whole truth. In his journey, he is joined by other hobbits Sam Gamgee, Pippins Took, and Merry Brandybuck. Also Gandalf, Elf Legolas, Dwarf Gimli, Men of Aragon, and Boromir of Gondor. The book has magical elements where the Dark Lord Sauron tries to capture the ring from the Hobbit. It revolves around the main theme of good and evil, death and immortality, and other important themes. It is an interesting book as you would never find a single moment where you get bored. It is filled with suspense, thrill, and mystery. It also contains magic and comedy scenes. Also Read Describe a Person Who Solved a Problem in Smart Way Answers IELTS Cue Card 2021-22 Describe an Exciting Book You have Read – Sample Answer Four Today I would like to speak about Kidnapped, a famous novel written by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson. The main protagonist of the story is David Balfour, a 17 years old boy. After the death of his parents, he got a letter from the minister of Essendean, Mr. Campbell that he is the owner of the House of Shaws in Cramond. After reaching increment David gets to know that the House of Shaws is an ominous place where his paranoid uncle Ebenezer lives. His uncle first refuses to let him stay but when everyone supports him as he is the lawful owner of the house his uncle lets him stay. Later his uncle tricks him and sells him to the pirates as a slave. And hence the book got this title Kidnapped. He starts living as a crew member of the ship. After that, he joins hands with a man, Alan Breck Stewart, and defeats the murderous Shaun and his men. But soon the ship gets stuck in the storm and breaks down. David gets separated from Alan and gets washed away on the nearby Island. Later he rejoins with Alan and their journey begins. They fight together and in the end, David gets his revenge on his cruel Uncle. And also he got reinstated as a lawful heir of the House of Shaws It is an interesting book as it involves how a 17-year-old embarks on an adventurous journey. This story revolves around the main theme of justice and also how truth triumphs over evil. Describe an Exciting Book You have Read – Sample Answer Five Thank you for this opportunity. Today I would like to speak about a book from the famous fantasy series Harry Potter. This series has 7 books among which are Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. This is the final book of the Harry Potter series written by JK Rowling. The story begins with Voldemort and his death eaters planning to kidnap Harry Potter during his evacuation. On the other hand, Harry Potter is packing his stuff while regretting the death of Albus Dumbledore. Soon the order of phoenix members joins him to help him evacuate. Mad-eye Moody gives Polyjuice potion to Ron, Fred, George, Hermione, and Mundungus to disguise themselves as Harry Potter. They are accompanied by Nymphadora Tonks, Remus Lupin, Kingsley Shacklebolt, Bill Weasley, and Alastor Moody. After a thrilling encounter with Voldemort and his Death Eater, they somehow reach safely yet injured. After this, they enjoy the wedding of Bill Weasley and Fleur Delacour. But the wedding is crashed by Death Eater and ultimately Harry Potter evaluates the safe zone set up at Weasley house. They are joined by Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger. They embark on a difficult journey and unfold many secrets such as the secret of the gift of death, Horcrux, and many others. At the end of the story, he finds that the professor he despised the most, Severus Snape, has always protected him since his birth as he loved his mother Lily Potter. Also he throughout the books destroys the Horcrux in which Voldemort has stored his soul. Also, he ultimately destroys Voldemort and his death eater. This book is the most interesting part of the Harry Potter series. It is packed with thrill, mystery, adventure, and love. The orphan Harry is saved by the love of their mother twice and also his friends stake their lives for his safety. Also Read Describe a Good Law in Favour of Women Get the Answers for IELTS Cue Card for 2021-22 Describe an Exciting Book You have Read – Sample Answer Six If I have to speak about a book that I find interesting then it would surely be Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare. This story is set in Venice around the mediaeval period of Europe. The story starts with a young Venetian Bassanio who is dreaming of his sweetheart Portia of Belmont. He has already spent his fortune to afford the lifestyle as a wealthy merchant and now he has nothing to go on as a suitor. He approaches his friend Antonio and asks him to provide him with around 3000 ducats. To which his friend responds that he is also suffering losses because of the loss he has incurred in the merchandise. But he stills wants to help his friend and hence takes a loan from a Jewish Moneylender Shylock. The latter agrees as he wanted to take revenge on Antonio and hence compels them to sign a bloody contract that states that if he fails to pay the loan, then Shylock can demand a pound of flesh from his body. Meanwhile, Bassanio is able to win Portia as his wife after successfully passing the test planned by her father. On the other hand, Shylock is determined to get revenge on Christian as his daughter Jessica elopes with a Christian boy. When Bassanio gets a letter from Antonio about the forfeiture of the loan contract. He immediately runs back to his hometown to save his friend. But Shylock refuses to take even the double amount of the loan. Portia is confused at the behaviour of the Bassanio and determines to help this young man who stakes his life for his friend. She disguises herself as a lawyer and saves Antonio from the clutches of the shrewd Shylock. The story was simple yet interesting as to how a friend stakes his life for his friend, how a woman can save Antonio cleverly. This book is remembered for its dramatic scenes. Tips and Strategies to Ace Cue Card Topic in 2021 IELTS Exam Stay Confident throughout the test Practice as many cue card topics as you can Analyse the topic of the cue card Read the instructions and mind map how you will speak on the topic You can write the subtopics pics and keywords in the paper you will be given Don’t try to write every line in the one minute you will get to prepare for the topic Also Read Describe an Art Exhibition that You Visited Excel the Cue Card Section with IELTS Ninja Conclusion IELTS cue cards can be mastered with dedication and practice. Therefore try to solve different cue topics and also read different books and essays to develop your horizon. For more such solved cue card topics and IELTS preparation material visit the IELTS Ninja website. This website is devoted to helping candidates with their IELTS tests.

i have never read such an interesting book before