DubinchukEugene

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9 years

My essays:

• The following appeared in a memo from the president of Bower Builders, a company that constructs new homes."A nationwide survey reveals that the two most-desired home features are a large family room and a large, well-appointed kitchen. A number of homes 60
• The following appeared in a letter from the owner of the Sunnyside Towers apartment building to its manager."One month ago, all the showerheads on the first five floors of Sunnyside Towers were modified to restrict the water flow to approximately one-thir 60
• An ancient, traditional remedy for insomnia—the scent of lavender flowers—has now been proved effective. In a recent study, 30 volunteers with chronic insomnia slept each night for three weeks on lavender-scented pillows in a controlled room where the 60
• The following appeared in a letter to the editor of a journal on environmental issues."Over the past year, the Crust Copper Company (CCC) has purchased over 10,000 square miles of land in the tropical nation of West Fredonia. Mining copper on this land wi 60
• The following appeared in a memorandum written by the chairperson of the West Egg Town Council."Two years ago, consultants predicted that West Egg's landfill, which is used for garbage disposal, would be completely filled within five years. During the pas 70
• In surveys Mason City residents rank water sports (swimming, boating, and fishing) among their favorite recreational activities. The Mason River flowing through the city is rarely used for these pursuits, however, and the city park department devotes litt 80
• Educational institutions have a responsibility to dissuade students from pursuing fields of study in which they are unlikely to succeed.Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the claim. In developing and suppo 70
• As people rely more and more on technology to solve problems, the ability of humans to think for themselves will surely deteriorate.Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the statement and explain your reasoni 80
• Milk and dairy products are rich in vitamin D and calcium—substances essential for building and maintaining bones. Many people therefore say that a diet rich in dairy products can help prevent osteoporosis, a disease that is linked to both environmental 50
• The following appeared in a recommendation from the planning department of the city of Transopolis."Ten years ago, as part of a comprehensive urban renewal program, the city of Transopolis adapted for industrial use a large area of severely substandard ho 80

My speaking:

• 10. Do you prefer to learn through hands-on experiences or through reading andexamining others’ experiences? Why? 60
• 9. Most schools support extra-curricular activities, such as clubs and sports teams.Some schools pay for these activities, some require that students pay, and someuse a mix of school funds and student payments. Which do you think is preferable,and why? 70
• 5. In most parts of the United States, the driving age is 16 years, but in some ruralareas, it is 14 years. Give your opinion of this situation. 10
• 3. Which do you like better, sciences and humanities, and why? 70
• 6. Some universities hold classes Monday through Thursday, while others holdthem from Monday through Friday. Which do you prefer, and why? 60
• 7. Some schools have shorter academic quarters – around 8 weeks – while othersare longer – 10 to 20 weeks. Which would you prefer, and why? 70
• 8. Some students save their textbooks. Others sell them back to the school’sbookstore. Which would you do? 70
• 4. Do you prefer to take handwritten notes during a lecture or to type your notesdirectly into a laptop computer? Why? 60
• 2. Are college athletics a valuable part of a school’s offerings or not? Why? 30
• 1. If you planned to become an elementary school teacher, would you take anelective course on child psychology or on physical education? 70