Resources: Notes on Life and Language in the United States

Take a Spooky Halloween English Quiz!

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Wed, Oct 31, 2012 @ 11:42 AM

Happy Halloween!

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Topics: Phrasal Verbs, English Lessons

Quick English Tip: How to Use "So" and "Such"

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Oct 29, 2012 @ 08:39 AM

Quick look at the picture of the fox!

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Topics: English Lessons, English grammar

Why Your English Must Get Worse Before it Gets Better

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Wed, Oct 24, 2012 @ 07:58 AM

Have you ever felt that sometimes, once you begin working closely with an English language teacher, your English actually seems to get worse at first?

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

Awesome Insight for English Learners! A Chat with Justin

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Oct 22, 2012 @ 08:02 AM

Today I am excited to bring you an interview with Justin, one of our amazing English teachers!

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English

How to Use "For" and "During" in English

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Thu, Oct 18, 2012 @ 11:04 AM

Do you ever get confused about when to use "for" and when to use "during" in your everyday English conversations or in your writing?

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Topics: English Lessons, English grammar

How to Pack for All Four Seasons in the Northeastern U.S.

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Tue, Oct 16, 2012 @ 08:22 AM

Recently we have had questions from students who are moving to the Northeastern cities of the U.S. about how they should pack and prepare for their new life abroad.

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Topics: Expatriate Support, Life in Boston, Life in New York

Getting Around Town | Advice on Transportation in the U.S.

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Wed, Oct 10, 2012 @ 11:26 AM

Are you moving to the United States soon but still wondering how you will get around your new city?

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Topics: Daily Life in the US, Life in Boston, Life in New York

Tips for International Professionals in the U.S. | Getting Connected

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Oct 08, 2012 @ 08:15 AM

Getting ready for a move to the United States?

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Topics: Daily Life in the US, Expatriate Support, Life in Boston, Life in New York

American English in Daily Life: Shopping for Groceries

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Wed, Oct 03, 2012 @ 07:03 AM

Are you currently living in the United States or planning to move to the United States?

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Topics: English Lessons, Daily Life in the US

How to Bring Your English to the Next Level with Music

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Oct 01, 2012 @ 07:54 AM

Do you like music? Who doesn't?!

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Topics: How to Learn English, Listening Practice

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