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1. "The world will ask you who you are, and if you don't know, the world will tell you." 2. "If a man knows more than others, he becomes lonely." 3. "Everything that irritates us about others can lead to an understanding of ourselves." 4. "Life really does begin at forty. Up until then, you are just doing research." 5. "You are what you do, not what you say you'll do." 6. "Knowing your own darkness is the best method for dealing with the darkness of other people." 7. "Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate." 8. "Be grateful for your difficulties and challenges, for they hold blessings. In fact... Man needs difficulties; they are necessary for healthy personal growth, individuation, and self-actualization." 9. "Everyone you meet knows something you don't know but need to know. Learn from them." 10. “I am not what happened to me, I am...

  "The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway is a short novel about an aging Cuban fisherman named Santiago. Here's an easy summary: Story Overview: The Protagonist: Santiago is an experienced but unlucky fisherman who hasn't caught a fish in 84 days. He's known in his village as "the old man." The Boy: Manolin, a young boy who used to fish with Santiago, now fishes on another, luckier boat because his parents made him leave Santiago. However, he still cares for the old man, bringing him food and checking on him. The Main Event: The Fishing Trip: On the 85th day, Santiago decides to go far out into the Gulf Stream. There, he hooks a giant marlin, bigger than his boat. The struggle between Santiago and the fish lasts for three days and nights.  The Battle: It's not just a physical battle but also a test of Santiago's endurance, skill, and spirit. He respects the marlin, calling it "brother," and feels a kinship with it. The Return: Th...

  Teaching English as a second or foreign language involves various methodologies, each with unique approaches to language acquisition. Here are some of the most recognized methods: Grammar-Translation Method: Focus: Emphasis on grammar rules, translation of texts, and memorization of vocabulary. Approach: Students learn grammar through rules and translate sentences from their native language to English and vice versa. It's less focused on speaking and more on reading and writing. Criticism: Often criticized for not promoting communicative competence. Direct Method: Focus: Oral communication, vocabulary through demonstration, not translation. Approach: Language is taught directly without using the learners' native language. Emphasis on listening and speaking. Words are associated with images or objects. Criticism: Requires skilled teachers and can be resource-intensive. Audio-Lingual Method: Focus: Listening and speaking skills through repetition and drills. Approach: Uses dial...