Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila

Escuela de Bachilleres Ateneo Fuente

M.C. Myriam de los Santos Delgado
English Class-ll Section B
By-Emiliano Morales Hernandez
COMPARATIVES AND SUPERLATIVES

1. Linares Nightlife and Food:

Best place to go out: Club La Dueña (Protacio Rodríguez Cuéllar) has a cool bar,
restaurant, and terrace with DJs and a fun atmosphere.
Food: Kakaos Restaurante (Francisco I. Madero 263) has excellent international
cuisine with Venezuelan options.
Drinks: Valentino’s Bar (Francisco I. Madero 263) is a lively spot with a great drink
selection and friendly staff.
2. Favorite City and Small Town:

Monterrey: My favorite city. It’s bigger than Linares but offers much more
excitement. I love the museums, parks, diverse food scene, and vibrant nightlife.
Santiago: My favorite small town near Linares. It’s charming and historic, with
beautiful colonial architecture and friendly locals. I like the relaxed atmosphere and
proximity to nature.
3. City vs. Country Living:

I prefer the city, despite some disadvantages:

Advantages: Accessible, exciting, diverse, plenty to do.
Disadvantages: Noisy, crowded, expensive.
Country living has its own appeal:
Advantages: Quiet, affordable, beautiful scenery, slower pace.
Disadvantages: Isolated, limited access, fewer activities.
4. European Stereotypes (with a disclaimer):
Please note: Stereotypes can be inaccurate and harmful.
Here are some common, and often lighthearted, stereotypes:
Most organized: Germans, Swiss.
Most fun-loving: Italians, Spaniards.
Most romantic: French, Italians.
Best cooks: French, Italians.
Worst cooks: British (often joked about, not necessarily true!).
Fattest: Germans (again, not necessarily true and potentially offensive).
Most ostentatious: Italians, French.
Most aloof: British, Norwegians.
Mexicans: Generally seen as friendly, family-oriented, and hardworking.
5. Favorite Films and Movie Preferences:

Genres: Action, comedy, and documentary.

Favorites:
Action: Mad Max: Fury Road (cinematography, stunts, plot).
Comedy: Monty Python and the Holy Grail (hilarious script, acting).
Documentary: Free Solo (gripping, stunning visuals).
Recent movie: Avatar: The Way of Water (amazing visuals, but plot felt weaker
than the first).
Rewatching: I love The Princess Bride! Seen it countless times.
6. Sports:

Watch: Football (soccer), basketball, boxing.

Play: Football (soccer), volleyball, occasionally badminton.
Most dangerous: Extreme sports like skydiving or base jumping.
Most boring: Baseball can be slow sometimes.
Most well-rounded: Football (soccer) combines athleticism, strategy, and
teamwork.
Untried sports: I’d love to try surfing someday! I’m not a big fan of extreme sports
though.
7. Traveling:

Visited: Mexico, USA, Canada.

Dream destinations:
Europe: Iceland (stunning landscapes).
Asia: Japan (culture and technology).
North America: Alaska (wild nature).
South America: Peru (Machu Picchu and ancient ruins).
Africa: Tanzania (wildlife safaris).
Australia: Great Barrier Reef (underwater world).
Wouldn’t visit: Countries with political instability or human rights concerns.
8. Favorite Celebration:

Carnival: It’s the most fun and vibrant celebration in Linares.

Music: Lively, energetic traditional music and drums.
Food: Delicious street food like gorditas and tacos.
Participation: Everyone dresses up and dances in the streets.
Weather: Usually perfect, warm and sunny.
Activities: Parades, costume contests, live music, dancing.
Duration: Two weeks leading up to Lent.
Traditions: Burning of Zompantle effigy, colorful costumes, masks.
Compared to U.S. holidays: Carnival is more spontaneous and community-oriented
than most U.S. holidays. It’s less focused on consumerism and more about having
fun together.
Favorite: Carnival! But I also enjoy Thanksgiving for the family gathering and
delicious food.
I hope my answers are informative and insightful! Let me know if you have any
other questions.