Hello students! This week, we studied the Simple Past tense, in the form of sentences, questions and answers.
For this post, I want you to choose a famous person from history.
1.- Introduce them by saying their name, who they were, and why you chose them. You can also post links to that person´s biography, his picture, etc.
2.- You are going to ask 5 questions about that person in the Past tense.
3.- Answer the questions
For example:
I want to write about Henry VIII. He was the King of England for the first half of the 16th century. I chose him because I am interested in British history, and because I like learning about kings and queens.
When was Henry born? - Henry was born in 1491. He was the son of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York.
What were his biggest accomplishments? / What is he most known for? - Answer
Why did Henry separate England from the Catholic Church? - Answer
Did Henry get married many times? / How many wives did Henry have? - Answer
How did Henry die? / How old was Henry when he died? - Answer
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ReplyDeleteI want to write about Hillary Clinton. She HAS BEEN Secretary of State of the United States since 2008.("ha sido" - no hemos visto este tiempo verbal aun, pero se vuelve necesario al momento que pones el "since")
DeleteI chose her because SHE is a very influential woman in HER country and around the world, because SHE takes most decisions relating to foreign policy and HER country's international relations with other states.
-when WAS SHE born? She was born on October 26TH, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois.
-when DID SHE BEGIN HER political career? IT began when her husband became president and then she decided to run for the office of Senator of New York.
-who is HER husband? Bill Clinton, President of the United States from 1993 to 2001.
-DID she HAVE children? yes, she had a daughter named Chelsea Victoria Clinton.
-WHAT OTHER POSITIONS HAS SHE HELD? in 2007 she ran for president of the United States but SHE DIDN´T WIN.
Nota: La informacion esta muy bien, pero debes tener cuidado con el genero que usas. Muchas veces te referiste a Hillary como un "el" o un "eso"!
Tambien, te sugiero repasar la estructura de las oraciones y preguntas en el pasado. Recuerda: DID+Subject+Verb in Base form+Comp, or WH+DID+Subj+Comp, etc.
I want to write about Hillary Clinton. She is Secretary of State of the United States since 2008. I chose her because it is a very influential woman in her country and around the world, because her takes most decisions relating to foreign policy and hers country's international relations with other states.
Delete-when she was born? She was born on October 26, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois.
-when he began his political career? began when her husband became president and then she decided to run for the office of Senator of New York.
-who is your husband? Bill Clinton President of the United States from 1993 to 2001.
-she had children? yes, she had a daughter named Chelsea Victoria Clinton.
-that she has had other charges? in 2007 she ran for president of the United States but not won.
I want to write about Henrique Capriles Radonsky. He Has Been Deputy, President of the National Assembly, Mayor of the Municipality Baruta and State Governor Miranda. I chose him because he is the candidate for president of Venezuela by the opposition, also is my favorite candidate and is necessary disseminate his plan of government.
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- When was Henrique Capriles born?
R. Henrique Capriles was born on July 11th, 1972 in Caracas.
- What did is virtue?
R. He works for everyone equally, without distinction of any kind.
- Did he have children?
R. No, he not have children.
- What did actions of be president?
R. Security, employment, education and quality of life.
- When did he began her political career?
R. From age 25, in the National Assembly.
Regards. (#HayUnCamino) xD
I want to write about Henrique Capriles Radonsky. He has been Deputy, President of the National Assembly, Mayor of the Municipality Baruta and State Governor OF Miranda. I chose him because he is the OPPOSITION'S candidate for president of Venezuela, also HE is my favorite candidate and IT is necessary TO disseminate his plan of government.
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- When was Henrique Capriles born?
R. Henrique Capriles was born on July 11th, 1972 in Caracas.
- What ARE HIS virtueS?
R. He works for everyone equally, without distinction of any kind.
- Did he have children?
R. No, he DOES not have children.
- What WILL HIS ACTIONS BE IF HE BECOMES president?
R. Security, employment, education and quality of life.
- When did he BEGIN HIS political career? (Remember: "her" is for "she". "His" is for "he")
R. AT THE age OF 25, in the National Assembly.
Regards. (#HayUnCamino) xD
(Very good use of words! However, remember that the exercise was for the use of the Past Tense in all the questions)
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ReplyDeletei want to write about Margarte Thatcher, she has been minister of UK , , i chose her because i found interesting , fascinating and strong woman. because is the only woman who has been in this charge in this country
ReplyDelete1.When was Margaret Thatcher born?
:Margaret was born in 1925, in Grantham, Lincolnshire, UK
2. when did she began her charge like minister ?
: she began in 1979 to 1990
3. She have Husband?
:her husband was Denis Thatcher who died in 2003.
4. She have children?
she have two children , Carol and Mark Thatcher
5. why she call like the iron lady ?
because she gave a speech , and she made an attack of the soviet union
I want to write about Margaret Thatcher, she has been PRIME Minister of THE UK. I chose her because i found HER AN interesting , fascinating and strong woman. ALSO, Because SHE is the only woman who has been in charge OF this country
Delete1.When was Margaret Thatcher born?
:Margaret was born in 1925, in Grantham, Lincolnshire, UK
2. when did she BEGIN her TERM AS minister ?
: she began in 1979, AND REMAINED UNTIL 1990
3. DID she have A husband?
: Her husband was Denis Thatcher who died in 2003.
4. DID she have children?
She HAD two children, Carol and Mark Thatcher
5. why WAS she CALLED "the iron lady"?
Because she gave a speech , and she made an attack ON the soviet union
I want to write about Martin Luther King. The former head of the civil rights movement for African Americans and participated as an activist in many protests against the Vietnam War and poverty. I chose it because I think it was a very important as it fought against racial discrimination and is remembered as one of the greatest heroes and leaders of the United States. When was Martin? Martin was born in 1929. Whose son? -He was the son of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr and Alberta Williams King. What award did you get? , was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. What was your wife? - Coretta Scott King. When did Martin? - On April 4, 1968. How old were you when you died? - Was 39 years.
ReplyDeleteI want to write about Martin Luther King. HE WAS the former head of the civil rights movement for African Americans and participated as an activist in many protests against the Vietnam War and poverty. I chose HIM because I think HE was very important, as HE fought against racial discrimination and is remembered as one of the greatest heroes and leaders of the United States.
DeleteWhen was Martin BORN? Martin was born in 1929.
Whose son WAS HE? -He was the son of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr and Alberta Williams King.
What award did HE get? HE was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.
WHO was HIS wife? - Coretta Scott King.
When did Martin DIE? - On April 4, 1968.
How old WAS HE when HE died? - HE was 39 years OLD.
*Debes tener cuidado con los pronombres. Al ser un hombre, debes hablar de "he", "his" y "him". No de "you" (tu) o "it" (eso)
I want to write about Mahatma Gandhi. He was a lawyer and a political thinker of India. I chose him because he is the most important Indian personality of contemporary Indian history and he left a valuable legacy of his efforts with the good and the independence of his country.
ReplyDelete1) When was Mahatma Gandhi born? - Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869 in Porbandar.
2) What were his biggest accomplishments? - Gandhi figured openly in front of the Indian nationalist movement. Introduced innovative methods of social control as the hunger strike, and its programs rejected armed struggle and preached non-violence as a means to resist British rule.
3) Did Mahatma Gandhi have a wife? - Yes, when he was thirteen years old, her parents arranged her marriage to Kasturba Makharshi
4)Did he have children? - Yes, he had 4 children.
5)Whe did he die? - He died on january 30 of 1948.
I want to write about Mahatma Gandhi. He was a lawyer and a political thinker of India. I chose him because he is the most important Indian personality of contemporary Indian history and he left a valuable legacy of his efforts FOR the good and the independence of his country.
Delete1) When was Mahatma Gandhi born? - Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869 in Porbandar.
2) What were his biggest accomplishments? - Gandhi figured openly in front of the Indian nationalist movement. HE introduced innovative methods of social control SUCH as the hunger strike, and HIS programs rejected armed struggle and preached non-violence as a means to resist British rule.
3) Did Mahatma Gandhi have a wife? - Yes, when he was thirteen years old, HIS parents arranged HIS marriage to Kasturba Makharshi
4)Did he have children? - Yes, he had 4 children.
5)Whe did he die? - He died on january 30TH, 1948.
(Good work, but remember to pay attention to the pronouns you use. You use "her" only for females, "its" for things and animals, and "his" for males)
This time I talk about Simon Bolivar. He was a Venezuelan military and politician who fought against the Spanish for the independence of Venezuela and 4 other South American countries in the eighteenth century. Better known as "El Libertador", he is my personal hero.
ReplyDeleteI chose him as my heroe because he is a symbol of resistance to me and i think every single venezuelan should admire him. I can relate to his ideas of freedom and im proud of my country because of him.
1)Q:When was Simon Bolivar born?
A:Simon Bolivar was born In Caracas on July 24, 1783. He was the son of Juan Vicente Bolívar y Ponte-Andrade and María de la Concepción Palacios y Blanco.
This time I WANT TO/WILL talk about Simon Bolivar. He was a Venezuelan military and politician who fought against the Spanish for the independence of Venezuela and 4 other South American countries in the eighteenth century. Better known as "El Libertador", he is my personal hero.
DeleteI chose him as my heroe because he is a symbol of resistance to me and i think every single venezuelan should admire him. I can relate to his ideas of freedom and I´M proud of my country because of him.
1)Q:When was Simon Bolivar born?
A:Simon Bolivar was born In Caracas on July 24, 1783. He was the son of Juan Vicente Bolívar y Ponte-Andrade and María de la Concepción Palacios y Blanco.
2) What were his biggest accomplishments?
DeleteA: He was responsible for the independence of Venezuela and many other countries from South America; and he tried to build a political, economical and military confederation called the "Gran Colombia".
3)In how many battles did Simón Bolívar fight?
A: He fought in a lot of battles. The most important ones were: Battle of Carabobo (28/5/1814), Battle San Mateo (27/2/1814), Battle Aragua de Barcelona (?/8/1814).
3) How many wives did Bolivar have?
DeleteA: I had only 1 wife
4) How did Henry die?
A: he died poor and banished from his own country, Venezuela. he passed away on December 17, 1830, at 47 years of age.
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DeleteI'll continue tomorrow...
ReplyDeleteGood Night Teacher ;)
The exercise is incomplete. You must write 4 more questions to have the full point!
DeleteI want to write about President Romulo Betancourt, was presindente of the Republic of Venezuela in the year 1945 to 1948 and a provisional constitution of 1959 to 1964. 1) where national betancuort romulo? Guatire born in the year 1908 on February 22. 2) which were the main achievements? 1 - he founded the political party Democratic Action. 2 - belonged to the generation of 28 who fought against the dictatorship of General Juan Vicente Gomez. 3 - he was a member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of Costa Rica. 4-was a fighter for the establishment of the legalization of popular elections. 4) that had political ideology? he was a believer in the communist theory at first then think ideology of social democracy was a fundamental pillar in Venezuelan politics. 5) what was your date and place of death? Betancourt died on September 28, 1981 in Caracas Venezuela because of a stroke. has romulo is considered one of the greatest political and was one of the best presidents have had constitutional Venezuela was an idealist, a believer in democracy and the sovereignty of the country.Deshacer cambios
ReplyDeleteI want to write about President Romulo Betancourt, HE was PRESIDENT of the Republic of Venezuela FROM 1945 to 1948 and OF a provisional constitution FROM 1959 to 1964.
Delete1) where WAS ROMULO BETANCOURT BORN? IN Guatire, HE WAS born in the year 1908 on February 22.
2) which were HIS main achievements? 1 - he founded the political party Democratic Action. 2 - HE belonged to the generation of 28 who fought against the dictatorship of General Juan Vicente Gomez. 3 - he was a member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of Costa Rica. 4- HE was a fighter for the establishment of the legalization of popular elections.
4) WHAT WAS HIS political ideology? he was a believer in the communist theory at first then THOUGHT THE ideology of social democracy was a fundamental pillar in Venezuelan politics.
5) what was HIS date and place of death? Betancourt died on September 28, 1981 in Caracas Venezuela because of a stroke. ROMULO is considered one of the greatest POLITICIANS and was one of the best presidents THAT constitutional Venezuela HAS HAD.
HE was an idealist, a believer in democracy and the sovereignty of the country.
*(Esta bien en general, pero algunos de los errores me parecieron caracteristicos de programas como Google Translate. Para evitar eso, pendiente con los pronombres (his, her, etc), el orden de las palabras (betancourt romulo) y el spelling (presindente, political).
I want to write about Nelson Mandela by the representation that has generated in history as the first democratically elected president in South African, and I find it interesting.
ReplyDeleteIn 1962 he was arrested and convicted of sabotage and other charges, and sentenced to life imprisonment. Mandela went on to serve 27 years in prison, spending many of these years on Robben Island. Following his release from prison on 11 February 1990, Mandela led his party in the negotiations that led to the establishment of democracy in 1994. As President, he frequently gave priority to reconciliation, while introducing policies aimed at combating poverty and inequality in South Africa.
.When was Mandela born?- Mandela was born in 18 July 1918.
.where Mandela study?- He moved to Johannesburg, where in 1941 he completed his undergraduate studies at Unisa correspondence. He then studied law at the University of Witwatersrand, where he graduated in 1942 as a lawyer.
.As prission hard time?- Mandela went on to serve 27 years in prison
.was married?- yes, if has married three times
.Did he have children?- yes, he had six childrens, of diferents wives.
I want to write about Nelson Mandela BECAUSE the representation that HE has generated in history as the first democratically elected president in South Africa, and I find it interesting.
ReplyDeleteIn 1962 he was arrested and convicted of sabotage and other charges, and sentenced to life imprisonment. Mandela went on to serve 27 years in prison, spending many of these years on Robben Island. Following his release from prison on February 11TH 1990, Mandela led his party in the negotiations that led to the establishment of democracy in 1994. As President, he frequently gave priority to reconciliation, while introducing policies aimed at combating poverty and inequality in South Africa.
.When was Mandela born?- Mandela was born ON July 18TH 1918.
.where DID Mandela study?- He moved to Johannesburg, where in 1941 he completed his undergraduate studies at Unisa correspondence. He then studied law at the University of Witwatersrand, where he graduated in 1942 as a lawyer.
WAS prison A hard time?- Mandela went on to serve 27 years in prison
Was HE married?- yes, if has married three times
.Did he have children?- yes, he had six children, of difFerent wives.
*Good work! Only don´t forget to put all the necessary elements when you do a question in the past tense.
I would like to talk about Angela Merkel. She has been Chancellor of Germany since 2005. I chose her because she is a very powerful and influential woman around the world and because she has been playing a crucial role in managing the financial crisis in Europa.
ReplyDelete1.- Where was Angela born?
She was born on July 17th 1954,in Hamburg, Germany.
2.-When did she begin her political career?
Her political career began when she joined a new party called
"Democratic Awakening", which arose in a democracy movement
after the fall of the Berlin Wall.
3.- She had a husband?
Yes, she got married twice. First she married Ulrich Merkel but the marriage ended in divorce. Her current husband is Joachim Sauer.
4.- Did she have children?
No, she didn´t have children.
5.- What other important positions has she held?
She was Federal Minister for Women and Youth of Germany, also Minister for the Environment and Nuclear Safety in 1994, as well as President of the European Council in 2007 and also chaired the G8 that year.
I'd like to talk about Hitler because I admire him and because of the great power he got so intelligently. He was president of Germany and leader of many associations.
ReplyDeleteWhen was Adolf Hitler born?
He was born on April 20th, 1889 in Berlin.
Which was his main objetive?
His main objetive was to settle a New Order of absolute hegemony in the Nazi Germany.
What happened in 1941?
The german force occupied the European continent. He caused death in more than 17 millions of people including Jews and Gypsies which was named as Holocaust.
When did explode the world war I?
It bursted on July 28th of 1914.
When did he died?
He committed suicide with his wife on April 30 of 1945.
I want to talk about John F. Kennedy. I chose
ReplyDeletehim because he was president of the United States and one of the most important of them.
1) When was John F. Kennedy born?
He was born in May 29 th 1917 in Massachusetts, United States.
2) How many wives did John have?
He had one wife, she was called Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy.
3) Did he have children?
Yes, he had four children.
4) When did John died?
He died in November 22th 1963 in Dallas, United States.
5) How did John died?
He was assassinated in Dealey Plaza. He was shot on his head while traveling with his wife in the presidential car.
This time i will talk about Vladimir Putin because he has been the longest serving president in Russian democracy
ReplyDeleteWhen was Vladimir Putin born?
He was born on october 7th 1952 in Leningrad, Soviet Union (now St. Petersburg, Russia)
What did he do before we was president?
He worked for the KGB in East Germany
He had a wife?
Yes, he married Lyudmila Putin on July 28 1985
Did he had children?
Yes he had 2 daughters Maria and Ekaterina
When did he assumed office for the first time?
He assumed office for the first time on May 7th 2000