Common Mistakes 8 - adverbs of manner go after the object

Common Mistakes 8 - adverbs of manner go after the object

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Comprehension: Abidjan's Artists Given New Lease of Life

Two years after Ivory Coast's post-electoral crisis left more than 3000 people dead; the country is slowly getting back on its feet. In Abidjan, artists and gallery owners are enjoying a revival of the contemporary art scene with exhibitions springing up in the city and buyers keen to invest in local talent.
Decide if the statements are True or False.

1. The Cécile Fakhoury gallery has opened recently.
a. True
b. False

2. Frédéric Tapé has bought eight pieces of art.

a. True
b. False

3.Frédéric Tapé has bought a piece of art from Paul Sika.
a. True
b. False


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Transcript and Answers:

A sign of Ivory Coast's revival- a contemporary art gallery in Abidjan reopens doors that have been closed since the post-electoral crisis two years ago.  Here, up-and-coming artists are supported as well as promoted:
"The Foundation wants to promote contemporary art, give the means to young artists, locally, to be able to work - and to be able to become known by the outside world."
The Cécile Fakhoury gallery is another to open recently in Abidja. But selling the work that goes on display can't be taken for granted. The market here is still very young.
"To create a market, is to start from zero. Although things were being created, the market is still a little neglected and needs complete development. And market creation will only happen by way of Africans and Ivorians buying from their artists."
Frédéric Tapé is one such Ivorian buyer; a young media entrepreneur with disposable income - he has recently acquired eight works.
"It's a pleasure but at the same time a mission. I think it's important for anyone who is financially stable to make the same sort of investment - because for me, it is more than anything an investment."
Frederic has invested in artists like Paul Sika - a photographer who puts a unique and colourful slant on the world he sees around him.
“I am convinced, I really feel, that in the world of art we're going to have the type of evolution that we've seen in football with the generation of Drogba, Kolo Toure and Yaya Toure. I think the generation of artists in Ivory Coast is going to experience the same kind of growth..."
With relative peace in Ivory Coast and a government focused on economic growth, it’s likely that art will be just one of the winners of the country's recovery.


Answers:
1. a
2. a
3. a

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Phrase of the Week: Every Cloud Has A Silver Lining

Phrase of the week: EVERY CLOUD HAS A SILVER LINING: every sad or difficult situation has a positive side

 "As the trip's been cancelled I'll be able to go to the match this Saturday. Every cloud has a silver lining."

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Idioms: Air with answers

This week 'air' is the theme of our idioms. Do you know what they mean?

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Comprehension: Buffaloes a Divisive Link to Hong Kong's Past

Just a short journey from the hectic centre of Hong Kong, water buffaloes roam over jungle-clad hills. But a decision to move some of them has sparked a row between villagers who view them as a nuisance, and nature lovers who see them as part of a beautiful rural setting.
Decide if the statements are True or False.

1. The buffaloes are related to farm animals.
a. True
b. False

2. Most of the buffaloes have been moved to the nature reserve.

a. True
b. False

3.The buffaloes help to create a good environment for birds at the nature reserve.
a. True
b. False


For transcript and answers see below.

Transcript and Answers:

Buffaloes are perhaps the last thing you'd expect to find in Hong Kong. Yet scores of the majestic beasts roam just a short journey from gleaming skyscrapers. But many residents aren't happy to share their island with the farm animal descendants.
"If they get into parks, it’s dangerous for the children playing there, and they get frightened by them. There are a lot of buffaloes on the beaches too and we’re afraid when we swim because they look fierce. Sometimes they cross the road, which is dangerous for drivers, who often have to stop to let them pass."
 But now a handful of the buffaloes have a useful job to do. They've been moved to a nature reserve in northwest Hong Kong where they graze wetlands and there is little risk of coming into conflict with humans.
"We found that buffalo are actually very good at managing the habitats, at keeping short vegetation, keeping  wetland areas, which provides very good habitat for the birds that we get here."
The WWF hopes to take in more buffaloes soon. But not everyone's so happy to see their neighbours leave.
 "This is their home. They make this place beautiful for the community. Without them, we do not have this beautiful scenery."
Proof then that the beasts do have friends - of all shapes and sizes.


Answers:
1. a
2. b
3. a

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Phrase of the Week: An Eglishman's Home is his Castle

Phrase of the week: AN ENGLISHMAN'S HOME IS HIS CASTLE (British English):a person's home is a place where they can be private and safe and do as they like

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Comprehension: Tattoo Artists Gather In Paris

The world's leading tattoo artists get together in Paris. AFPTV meets with Tin-tin, tattoo artists with a VIP client base.
Decide if the statements are True or False.

1. 10% of 25 to 35 year olds of France’s population have a tattoo.
a. True
b. False

2. According to Tin-tin all social classes like tattoos.

a. True
b. False

3.In primitive societies, tattoos would often mark an important stage in someone’s life.
a. True
b. False


For transcript and answers see below.

Transcript and Answers:

What Shiming is fighting bravely is overwhelming pain.
"It hurts, a lot. It's like an operation."
Yes it hurts, and yet, tattooing is attracting more and more people. Here in France, 10 percent of the population has a tattoo, for 25 to 35 year olds it's even 20 per cent. Tin-tin, France's star tattoo artist, says contrary to prejudice, his art is appreciated by all social classes.
"Stalin had a tattoo, Roosevelt had a tattoo, Churchill had a tattoo, Juan Carlos has a tattoo. Judges, lawyers, cops and robbers, shop owners, bakers, rock stars, singers, actors ... Everyone likes tattoos, and it's spreading."
Tin-tin's shop is usually crowded. He has dozens of customers daily who lay down 100 euros to several thousands of euros to have their skin pierced. Former tennis star Yannick Noah and fashion designer Jean-Paul Gaultier have been here, along with plenty of ordinary people.
"I do graffiti and I paint, and I really wanted to try skin as my canvas. It's alive, and everybody's skin is different."
In primitive societies adorning the skin in an indelible way was often part rites of passage. Today it's simply fashionable to wear a guiding image on one's skin. Like this phoenix.
"It's about rising from my ashes. Whatever adversity or trials I may face, I can handle them. I'll always manage, get back on my feet and move on."
And that alone may well be worth four hours of excruciating pain...



Answers:
1. b
2. a
3. a

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