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Song: “Angel”
– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –
While listening to “Angel” and reading its lyrics, there are so many things to learn…
Movie: “Why Did I Get Married?”
– B2-C1 (upper-intermediate to advanced) –
Famed producer, director and actor Tyler Perry is a staple among the Hollywood elite. Known for his…
Podcast: “What Now? with Trevor Noah”
– C1 (advanced) –
A great way to practice your listening comprehension in English is by finding content that you enjoy listening to. Podcasts are…
Movie: “You People”
—| C1-C2 (advanced) |—
Netflix’s new romantic dramedy, featuring Hollywood A-listers like Jonah Hill, Eddie Murphy and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, explores the delicate…
to throw shade
—| C1-C2 (advanced) |—
In North American English, this expression typically means…
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Easter In Canada
— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —
Happy Easter! Three days after Good Friday is a nation-wide holiday in Canada called, Easter Monday. Celebration of this holiday varies, as it often depends on a person’s belief system. Some might spend this day…
to dress in layers
— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —
This phrase is commonly used in the fall and winter, sometimes even the spring in Canada. Do you know what it means? Learn how to use it by reading more…
Profile: British Columbia
— C1-C2 (advanced) —
Beautiful British Columbia: the slogan of the Canadian province does not speak far from the truth; beauty is everywhere there. From its breathtaking landscapes to its oceanic city skylines, B.C. is…
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