Tuesday, March 31, 2009

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The story of Coca-Cola


A popular beverage that is sold all over the world is Coca-Cola. A doctor who lived in Atlanta, Georgia, invented it in 1886. Dr. John Pembertoin, who was also a pharmacist, first sold Coca-Cola as a nerve tonic, stimulant. and headache medicine. The name of the dark brown syrup that made people feel better was " Pemberton's French Wine Coca " Later someone addded soda water to the syrup and it became the beverage that is our modern Coca-Cola. The first part of the name (coca) comes from cocaine which was one of the original ingredients. The second part of the name (cola) comes from kola nut ,which is still an ingredient. The original formula has changed over the years. Of course Coca-Cola no longer contains cocaine ,which is an illegal drug but it still taste delicious. The formula for Coca-Cola is a secret that is carefully guarded.

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3. A pediatrician is a doctor who takes care of children.
4. Dr. Jones, who is our neighbor is a pediatrician.
5. Students who studied got As on the final exam.
6. Gabriela and Trinh, who studied got As on the final exam.
7. My birthday is next Monday ,which is a holiday.
8. A holiday that is especially fun for children is Halloween.

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Jeddah (The final draft)

Jeddah is a great place to spend a vacation for several reasons. First of all, Jeddah has nice weather to hang out with your friends and your family. Second, Jeddah is a good place to do some shopping because there are many malls such as red sea mall, the Arab bridge mall and Al searvi mall, and you can find any market in the world in any mall in Jeddah. Also, in Jeddah there is a beautiful sea called Red Sea and lots of people come from the entire world to enjoy and have fun in the beach. In Jeddah ,you can find any kind of food any where we have lots of Italian, Arabian, Indian, American, Asian Mexican, restaurants but the famous restaurant in Jeddah is Al baik because you can find a delicious food and not expensive. Also, in Jeddah there is Al shalal land that you can play and have fun with the family. Also in Jeddah there are lots of people from everywhere, so maybe you will not feel homesick if you stay longer. Finally, I will be sure if you come to my city, you will have lots of fun, so I hope that I will see there.

Monday, March 9, 2009

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My Love-Hate Relationship with Camping





There are two reasons I love and hate camping. First of all, living outdoors for a few days refreshes my mind and renews my spirit. After I have spent a few days in nature,I feel free and happy again. Second camping brings my family closer together because everyone helps plan the trip,set up the campsite and prepare the meals. On the other hand, sometimes I hate camping. The first reason is I don't sleep well. I hate to sleep on the ground because the ground is hard. When I get up in the morning, I can hardly move. My back hurts and my muscles ache. The second reason I hate camping is that we always forget something important.We forgot to bring out tent last year, so we had to sleep in the open. I didn't sleep at all because I am afraid of snakes and bugs. If I see a snake or bug, I am frozen with fear. Why do I continue to go camping when I have such a love-hate relationships with it?

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Soccer is truly the world's most popular sport. Since the game began in England about 150 years ago, it has spread to every corner of the globe. Millions of people go to soccer stadiums to watch their favorite team. While millions more watch on television.one reason for soccer's popularity may be its economy and simplicity. Anyone can afford to play soccer because it doesn't require expensive equipment. Also, has simple rules. Soccer is the number one sport in most of the world but it is not the most popular sport in North America. Ice hockey is the favorite sport in Canada and America football is the favorite sport in the United States. However, Soccer is gaining new players and fans in those countries too.

Monday, March 2, 2009

Jeddah , Saudia Arabia

Jeddah
red sea mall

red sea

Al shalal land

Jeddah is a great place to spend a vacation for several reasons. First of all, Jeddah has nice weather to hang out with your friends and your family. Second, Jeddah is a good place to do some shopping because there are many malls such as red sea mall, the Arab bridge mall and Al searvi mall ,and you can find any market in the world in any mall in Jeddah.Also, in Jeddah there is a beautiful sea called Red Sea and lots of people comes from the entire world to enjoy and have fun in the beach. In Jeddah ,you can find any kind of food any where we have lots of Italian, Arabian, Indian, American, Asian Mexican, restaurants but the famous restaurant in Jeddah is Al baik because you can find a delicious food and not expensive. Also, in Jeddah there is Al shalal land that you can play and have fun with the family. Finally, I will be sure if you come to my city you will have lots of fun.

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Reasons to own a Smart



The Smart will be the next "cool” car to own for several reasons. First of all the Smart is easy to park and easy on the wallet. Second, you can park two or three Smarts side by side in a single street parking space. Also, the design is eye - catching. Fourth the body is modern in design. Next, it has changeable door panels in stylish colors. Also, The European model gets 60 miles per gallon of gas, and the U.S model 50 miles per gallon. Seventh, it costs between $15,000 and $25, 000. Finally for style, economy and easy parking, the Smart is the car to buy.

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Reasons not to own a Hummer


There are at least two reasons for not buying the huge, military-type vehicle called a Hummer. First of all, Hummer’s big gas hogs. Second, when gas costs $3 per gallon, it costs $100 to fill up a Hummer's big gas tank. Next, Hummers are bad for the environment. Also, the H2 model gets less than 10 miles per gallon of gas .After that in one year, a Hummer gives off 24,100 pounds of carbon dioxide, which is two to three times more than average cars give off. To sum up, for the health of year bank balance as well as for the health of the environment, don't buy a Hummer.