Wednesday 6 April 2016

ANIA B2.3 Lesson 11

Lesson 11
Class
The problems of over-translation - continued
http://seansenglishclassroom.pbworks.com/w/page/11442650/Sentence%20Structure

Homework
Check key vocabulary from the reading. e.g. what do the following mean? 
to tread carefully
lobby group
to put an end to something
to fight a losing battle
open slather
to gather data/statistics
stiff penalties
to get rid of
to back down/retreat with your tail between your legs

Also:
rort = an Australasian word for a fraudulent or dishonest practice.
a gravy train = a very easy job that gives you lots of money or benefits.

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