Being British, part 13: Being English

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Being British, part 13: Being English

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Jan 12, 2023

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Ben considers what it means to be English.
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Jan 12, 2023

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Je m'appelle Ben, je vis à Londres et je vous propose d'apprendre l'anglais avec moi.

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Lesson 2: In the 21st Century...: In the 21st Century more and more people have found that they have a lot of leisure time. Time when they do not have to work or study. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 26: When i got divorced at first...: When i got divorced at first it was difficult but i am used to living on my own now. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 6: I'm enjoying myself immensely...: I'm enjoying myself immensely at university. I've had the opportunity to meet some amazing people. There is never a shortage of activities to do on campus. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 10: Our family goes on holiday...: Our family goes on holiday every year to Spain. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 1: The match was called...: The match was called off because the pitch was waterlogged and it will be replayed next week. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 24: Michael was cooking...: Michael was cooking the dinner when he cut his finger. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 19: Even in an age when most...: Even in an age when most women go out to work they still find themselves doing most of the chores. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 7: Energetic and sociable helpers...: Energetic and sociable helpers needed in our summer camp for 10 to 12 year olds. Must be able to speak English and French fluently and have a sense of fun and be very well organized. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 11: I'm sure James didn't mean...: I'm sure James didn't mean to be unkind when he spoke to you this morning. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 3: The robber was arrested...: The robber was arrested and charged with the crime. He had to appear before the judge the following day to await his sentence. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 43: Why don't you do it yourself...: Why don't you do it yourself, it will be a waste of money to hire a decorator. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 29: He blushed with embarrassment...: He blushed with embarrassment when his mobile went off during the film. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 8: Last week I made a complaint...: Last week I made a complaint in my local restaurant. The meat was raw, the chips were soggy and the tomatoes were rotten. The entire meal was overpriced. I refused to pay. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 4: Banning cars from...: Banning cars from the city centre would help to reduce the air pollution and the city would therefore be a healthier place to live. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 22: In ten years time plenty...: In ten years time plenty of manual jobs will have disappeared. by Parler anglais
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Lesson18: We have lived in this...: We have lived in this house since i was a small child. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 16: It was raining hard when...: It was raining hard when we arrived at the railway station. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 12: You look unhappy...: You look unhappy. What are you thinking about? by Parler anglais
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Lesson 17: I don't have a lot of...: I don't have a lot of free time these days because i am studying for my exams. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 13: My son spends a lot of...: My son spends a lot of time hanging out with his friends. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 9: Mary likes to send messages...: Mary likes to send messages to her family back home. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 5: I am going on a business...: I am going on a business trip tomorrow. My train departs at 7am. My wife will drop me off at the station if she has time. I am meeting my boss on the platform. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 32: Governments should make it easier...: Governments should make it easier for people to be more aware of green issues. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 14: I decided to drop you...: I decided to drop you a line as i hadn't heard from you for a few weeks. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 33: What sport would you...: What sport would you advise someone to take up in order to make friends? by Parler anglais
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Lesson 28: If your tutor has to cancel...: If your tutor has to cancel a tutorial or put it off, he or she will try to tell you the week beforehand. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 56: I live on the third floor in...: I live on the third floor in the third apartment on the right with an amazing view of the canal from my window. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 15: I am fine. How are...: I am fine. How are things with you? by Parler anglais
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Lesson 23: If he hadn't driven...: If he hadn't driven his car so fast, he wouldn't have crashed it. by Parler anglais
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Lesson 21: I think that should be...: I think that should be fine,i'll call you back if there is a problem. by Parler anglais
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Should we be trying to extend our lives?: Inspired by the news of an anti-aging pill for dogs by Parler anglais
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