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Name: Shande Palacios

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 Glossary -Unit 1
Vocabulary:
- Interaction: an occasion when two or more people or
things communicate with or react to each other.
Sentence:
A clear interaction between people is necessary for communication to be
effective.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/
interaction

- Flexible: able to change or be changed easily according to the situation

Sentence:
The design of the new Samsung cell phone is flexible and elegant; it has all
the colors and you can carry it in your smallest purse.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/flexible?
q=Flexible

- Disabled: not having one or more of the physical or mental abilities that
most people have
Sentence:
A disabled person suffers from an illness or injury that may restrict his or
her way of life, especially making it difficult for him or her to go places he
or she wants to go.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/disabled

- Savants: a person with a high level of knowledge or skill, especially

someone who is less able in other ways
Sentence:
I have friends who are math savants and I think they will study
engineering
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/savant?
q=savants

. - Estimate: to guess or calculate the cost, size, value, etc. of something

Sentence:
It is estimated that 70% of the votes in the presidential elections were in
favor of Pedro Castillo and 30% in favor of Keiko Fujimori.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/estimate

- Retain: to keep or continue to have something

Sentence:
Kim Kyu Wook has retained control of KQ Entertainment from what it was
before.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/retain

- Benefits: an advantage such as medical insurance, life insurance, and

sick pay, that employees receive from their employer in addition to money
Sentence
Being part of this campaign has brought benefits to all the people who
needed work.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/benefit?
q=Benefits

Glossary -Unit 2
- Meager: (of amounts or numbers) very small or not enough
Sentence
The secret is to have extra time in the preparation and selection of
ingredients makes a meager meal magnificent.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/meagre?
q=Meager

- Misery: great unhappiness

Sentence
Amber Heard was left in misery after losing to Johnny Depp in court.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/misery

- Dilapidated: old and in poor condition

Sentence
The grandmother is surrounded by a dilapidated house made of bricks
and sticks
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/
dilapidated?q=-+Dilapidated
- Poverty: the condition of being extremely poor
Sentence
Burundi, the poverty country in the world. Try to stand out from this
economic crisis.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/poverty?
q=Poverty

- Hopelessness: the feeling or state of being without hope

Sentence
Many times, I have cried aloud at the hopelessness of life, of my life.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/
hopelessness?q=Hopelessness

- Shame: If something is described as a shame, it is disappointing or not

satisfactory.
Sentence
What a shame that the state does not contribute anything for the growth
of Perú.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/shame

Glossary -Unit 3
Interpreting: to decide what the intended meaning of something is
Sentence
Sam was interpreting Amy Winehouse in the main hall of the school.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/interpret?
q=Interpreting
- Impact: a powerful effect that something, especially something new, has
on a situation or person
Sentences
Michael Jackson makes an impact on new generations with his music and
dancing.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/impact
- Reliable: Someone or something that is reliable can be trusted or
believed because he, she, or it works or behaves well in the way you
expect.
Sentence
There is no reliable data on if dinosaurs were converted to crocodiles.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/reliable

- Revolutionized: to completely change something so that it is much

better
Sentence
The original Apple iPhone revolutionized the international commercial
industry.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/
revolutionize?q=revolutionized

- Linked: a connection between two people, things, or ideas

Sentence
 The Church of San Francisco is linked by canals and carved tunnels that
lead to the catacombs of Lima.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/link?
q=Linked

- Environment: the air, water, and land in or on which people, animals,

and plants live
Sentence
Green building products and designs not only help the global
environment, but also help you live in a cleaner environment.

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/es/diccionario/ingles-espanol/
environment
EXAMPLE 1 TOPIC SENTENCE

In our modern world, there are many factors that place the wellbeing of
the planet in jeopardy. While some people have the opinion that
environmental problems are just a natural occurrence, others believe that
human beings have a huge impact on the environment. Regardless of your
viewpoint, take into consideration the following factors that place our
environment as well as the planet Earth in danger. Ultimately, the
preservation of our environment requires collective effort and decisive
action to mitigate the impacts of human activities and ensure a
sustainable future for generations to come.

CONCLUDING SENTENCE
https://lingua.com/english/reading/environment/

Example 2

TOPIC SENTENCE
Mental health technician
Mental health technicians play a crucial role in providing support and
assistance to individuals undergoing mental health treatment. They help
patients navigate daily activities, participate in therapeutic interventions,
and maintain a safe environment. Responsibilities include observing and
documenting patient behavior, implementing treatment plans, and
collaborating with the mental health team to ensure comprehensive care.
In conclusion, the contributions of mental health technicians are vital in
promoting the well-being and recovery of individuals receiving mental
health treatment.

CONCLUDING SENTENCE
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Example 3 TOPIC SENTENCE

A loan officer evaluates and approves loan applications by assessing

financial information, creditworthiness, and collateral to assist individuals
and businesses in securing appropriate loans. Responsibilities also include
guiding clients through the loan application process, explaining terms and
conditions, and ensuring compliance with lending regulations. In essence,
loan officers play a pivotal role in facilitating access to financial resources
while upholding regulatory standards, thus contributing to individuals' and
businesses' financial well-being

CONCLUDING SENTENCE

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3. First drafts 1 & 2

Writings 1 & 2