Oxford English for Careers: Tourism 2 (Book+Audio)

Title: Oxford English for Careers: Tourism 2 Student's Book and Audio
Level: Intermediate
Author(s): Robin Walker and Keith Harding
Publisher: Oxford
ISBN: 9780194551038
Date: 2006
Pages: 144
Size: 65.8 Mb
Format: PDF + MP3
Quality: Very good, well-scanned, full-color
Language: English

Tourism is a specialist English course for pre-work students preparing for a career in the tourism industry. Tourism provides students with the language, information, and skills for three different aspects of the tourism industry: promoting and selling tourism products (Level 1), dealing with tourists on holiday (Level 2), and tourism management (Level 3). [+/-]

Key features:
• 'It's my job' - provides an authentic insight from professionals working in tourism.
• Focus on interpersonal skills for customer relations, plus key management skills.
• 'Find out' tourism projects and internet research encourage students to take an active role in learning.
• 'Writing bank' provides practice in writing emails, presentations, and reports.
• Facts, figures, and quotations generate interest for further discussion.
• Interactive exercises on Student's website revise and recycle language.

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Oxford English for Careers: Tourism 1 (Books+Audio)

Title: Oxford English for Careers: Tourism 1 Student's Book + Teacher's Book + Audio
Level: Pre-Intermediate
Author(s): Robin Walker and Keith Harding
Publisher: Oxford
ISBN: 0194551008
Date: 2006
Pages: 145 + 100
Size: 149 Mb
Format: PDF + MP3
Quality: Very good, well-scanned, full-color
Language: English

Tourism is a specialist English course for pre-work students preparing for a career in the tourism industry. Tourism provides students with the language, information, and skills for three different aspects of the tourism industry: promoting and selling tourism products (Level 1), dealing with tourists on holiday (Level 2), and tourism management (Level 3). [+/-]

Key features:
• 'It's my job' - provides an authentic insight from professionals working in tourism.
• Focus on interpersonal skills for customer relations, plus key management skills.
• 'Find out' tourism projects and internet research encourage students to take an active role in learning.
• 'Writing bank' provides practice in writing emails, presentations, and reports.
• Facts, figures, and quotations generate interest for further discussion.
• Interactive exercises on Student's website revise and recycle language.

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English for International Tourism Intermediate (Book+Audio)

Title: English for International Tourism: Student's Book + Audio
Level: Intermediate
Author(s): Peter Strutt
Publisher: Longman
Date: 2007
Pages: 147
Size: 115 Mb
Format: PDF + MP3
Quality: Very good, well-scanned, full-color
Language: English

English for International Tourism is a multi-level course for students who need English for professional communication in the hotel and tourism industries. Illustrated with material from Dorling Kindersley's Eyewitness Travel Guide series and authentic material from companies within the tourist industry this, the intermediate level book, presents effective communication strategies for workplace situations such as giving advice, taking bookings and dealing with complaints. Language awareness is developed through an integrated syllabus that focusses on key grammar, skills, vocabulary and pronunciation.

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English for International Tourism Pre-Intermediate (Books+Audio)

Title: English for International Tourism: Student's Book + Workbook + Audio
Level: Pre-Intermediate
Author(s): Iwonna Dubicka and Margaret O'Keeffe
Publisher: Longman
ISBN: 0582479886
Date: 2004
Pages: 146 + 81
Size: 127 Mb
Format: PDF + MP3
Quality: Very good, well-scanned, full-color
Language: English

English for International Tourism Pre-Intermediate provides a multi-level series for students who need professional communication within the hotel and tourism industries. Explores top tourist destinations using material taken from Dorling Kindersleys Eyewitness Travel Guides. Brings the world of work into the classroom. Provides effective communication strategies for workplace situations. Develops language awareness through an integrated syllabus.

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Introduction to the United States (Book+Audio)

Title: Introduction to the United States
Author(s): Jeff McQuillan and Lucy Tse
Publisher: Center for Educational Development
Date: 2009
Pages: 251
Size: 357 MB
Format: PDF + MP3
Quality: High, 44kHz/64kbps
Language: American English

Introduction to the United States is a course that answers your questions about the United States in a new and exciting way. This course uses the 100 questions from U.S. naturalization test, the test that people take to become a citizen of the United States. It focuses on how the U.S. was formed and how it works, who the important people are in its history and in the current government, and the different parts of this very big and diverse country. [+/-]

AMERICAN GOVERNMENT
A: Principles of American Democracy
1. What is the supreme law of the land?
2. What does the Constitution do?
3. The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words?
4. What is an amendment?
5. What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
6. What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?
7. How many amendments does the Constitution have?
8. What did the Declaration of Independence do?
9. What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence?
10. What is freedom of religion?
11. What is the economic system in the United States?
12. What is the “rule of law”?
B: System of Government
13. Name one branch or part of the government.
14. What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
15. Who is in charge of the executive branch?
16. Who makes federal laws?
17. What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?
18. How many U.S. Senators are there?
19. We elect a U.S. Senator for how many years?
20. Who is one of your state’s U.S. Senators now?
21. The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
22. We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years?
23. Name your U.S. Representative.
24. Who does a U.S. Senator represent?
25. Why do some states have more Representatives than other states?
26. We elect a President for how many years?
27. In what month do we vote for President?*
28. What is the name of the President of the United States now?
29. What is the name of the Vice President of the United States now?
30. If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
31. If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
32. Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?
33. Who signs bills to become laws?
34. Who vetoes bills?
35. What does the President’s Cabinet do?
36. What are two Cabinet-level positions?
37. What does the judicial branch do?
38. What is the highest court in the United States?
39. How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
40. Who is the Chief Justice of the United States now?
41. Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the federal government. What is one power of the federal government?
42. Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states. What is one power of the states?
43. Who is the Governor of your state now?
44. What is the capital of your state?
45. What are the two major political parties in the United States?
46. What is the political party of the President now?
47. What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?
C: Rights and Responsibilities
48. There are four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote. Describe one of them.
49. What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
50. Name one right only for United States citizens.
51. What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?
52. What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
53. What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?
54. How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?
55. What are two ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?
56. When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
57. When must all men register for the Selective Service?

AMERICAN HISTORY
A: Colonial Period and Independence
58. What is one reason colonists came to America?
59. Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
60. What group of people was taken to America and sold as slaves?
61. Why did the colonists fight the British?
62. Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
63. When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
64. There were 13 original states. Name three.
65. What happened at the Constitutional Convention?
66. When was the Constitution written?
67. The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the U.S. Constitution. Name one of the writers.
68. What is one thing Benjamin Franklin is famous for?
69. Who is the “Father of Our Country”?
70. Who was the first President?
B: 1800s
71. What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
72. Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
73. Name the U.S. war between the North and the South.
74. Name one problem that led to the Civil War.
75. What was one important thing that Abraham Lincoln did?
76. What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
77. What did Susan B. Anthony do?
C: Recent American History and Other Important Historical Information
78. Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s.
79. Who was President during World War I?
80. Who was President during the Great Depression and World War II?
81. Who did the United States fight in World War II?
82. Before he was President, Eisenhower was a general. What war was he in?
83. During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the United States?
84. What movement tried to end racial discrimination?
85. What did Martin Luther King, Jr. do?
86. What major event happened on September 11, 2001, in the United States?
87. Name one American Indian tribe in the United States.

INTEGRATED CIVICS
A: Geography
88. Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.
89. What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?
90. What ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?
91. Name one U.S. territory.
92. Name one state that borders Canada.
93. Name one state that borders Mexico.
94. What is the capital of the United States?
95. Where is the Statue of Liberty?
B: Symbols
96. Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
97. Why does the flag have 50 stars?
98. What is the name of the national anthem?
C: Holidays
99. When do we celebrate Independence Day?
100. Name two national U.S. holidays.

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The United States of America (Modern World Nations)

Title: The United States of America (Modern World Nations)
Author(s): Charles F. Gritzner
Publisher: Chelsea House Publications
ISBN-13: 978-0791095119
Date: 2007
Pages: 145
Size: 1.3 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

The United States is the world's third-largest country in terms of both size and population, which is one of the world's most ethnically and socially diverse. It also has the most powerful and technologically advanced economy in the world, and its per-capita income ranks among the world's highest. Its climate is equally as rich and varied: although mostly temperate, there are a number of other climates, including tropical, arid, and polar. [+/-]

In addition, the country's terrain varies widely and includes plains, piedmont, mountains, and deserts. These facts and much more are highlighted in "The United States". This appealing new book is filled with eye-catching features, such as full-color photographs and detailed maps, making it the ideal exploration of the people, culture, history, geography, environment, economy, and government of this multifaceted nation.

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Living and Working in the USA

Title: Living and Working in America: the complete guide to studying, working or living in the USA
Author(s): Steve Mills
Publisher: Howto Books
Date: 2007; 6th Edition
Pages: 319
Size: 13.28 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: Good, readable, OCRed
Language: British English

Written in an entertaining style with a touch of humor, this resource is designed to provide newcomers with the practical information necessary for a relatively trouble-free life in America. It is packed with vital information and insider tips to help minimize culture shock and reduce the newcomers rookie period to a minimum.

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The Business Translator: Business Words, Phrases & Pronunication Guides for More Than 65 Languages

Title: The Business Translator: Business Words, Phrases & Pronunication Guides for More Than 65 Languages
Author(s): Dawn Montague
Publisher: Aspatore Books
Date: 2003
Pages: 600
Size: 1.74 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

Featuring business words, phrases, and customs in more than 65 foreign languages, this is a practical resource for business travelers or for business professionals conducting business domestically with international businesses. Organized in an easy-to-follow and intuitive format, key words and phrases can be accessed quickly.

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Modern World Cultures: Southeast Asia

Title: Modern World Cultures: Southeast Asia
Author(s): Douglas A. Phillips and Charles F. Gritzner
Publisher: Chelsea House
Date: 2006
Pages: 138
Size: 6.95 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: American English

Southeast Asia, from Burma (Myanmar) in the west to the Philippines in the east, is a fragmented region of peninsulas, islands, and seas. The region is of growing economic, political, and cultural importance in the world. Features: Full-color photographs and illustrations, Full-color laminated cover, reinforced binding, Maps, History at a Glance, bibliography, further reading.

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Travel Guides: Bangkok, Hanoi, Kuala Lumpur & Singapore

Bangkok, Hanoi, Kuala Lumpur & Singapore
Stig Albeck | www.bookboon.com | 2008 | 12.65 Mb | 148p. | PDF | British English

Visit this tourist hotspot which is the political, social and economic centre of Thailand. This free travel guide provides you with information about the main sights and attractions of Bangkok. Download the free travel guide and be lead around the city by the suggested tours; explore the many temples, see the national museum or visit the last floating market in Damnoe Saduak, the last of its kind in Thailand.

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Travel Guides: New Delhi

Title: New Delhi
Author(s): Stig Albeck
Publisher: bookboon.com
Date: 2008
Pages: 35
Size: 15.24 Mb
Format: PDF
Quality: High
Language: British English

Old beautiful mausoleums, fortresses, grand buildings, monumental city planning, busy bazaars, spicy food and peaceful parks - just some of the impressions of this metropolis leaves on the visitor. In this free travel guide you will find several day trips guiding you around the New Delhi’s main sights and attractions. Use a day to get out of the crowded city and pay a visit to the Taj Mahal south of the city.

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Travel Guides: Japan & South Korea, Osaka & Kyoto, Tokyo, Seoul

Japan & South Korea, Osaka & Kyoto, Tokyo, Seoul
Stig Albeck | www.bookboon.com | 2008 | 16.15 Mb | 200p. | PDF | British English

These two countries offer the visitor a fascinating range of possibilities. Discover the modern cities of Seoul or Tokyo or spend a day outside the cities discovering the beautiful landscape. This free travel guide provides you with information about the main attractions and sights in both countries. Make sure to read through this free travel guide about Japan and South Korea before getting on the plane.

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Travel Guides: China & Taiwan, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taipei & Kaohsiung

China & Taiwan, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taipei & Kaohsiung
Stig Albeck | www.bookboon.com | 2008 | 18.87 Mb | 280p. | PDF | British English

Paying a visit to both China and Taiwan is definitely worthwhile. Though the relationship between the two countries is tense due historic reasons, both countries have lots to offer to visitors. This free travel guide provides you with information to the sights and attractions in some of the major cities in the countries such as Beijing or Taipei.

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THAILAND Guidebook Collection

Thailand & Bangkok
Cooking the Thai Way
Thailand: A Global Studies Handbook
Modern World Nations: Thailand
Thailand: with tips on trekking & the best beaches
2008 | 19.22 Mb | 6 books | PDF | English

Thailand is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. It is known as "the land of smiles," where the people extol a charm and grace that is unmatched. These elements serve to beckon visitors who want to explore this incredible land and its people. Thailand has developed its economy at a surprising pace in the last decades of the 20th century and the dawn of the 21st.

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Travel Guides: Århus, Bergen, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Nordjylland, Oslo & Stockholm

Århus, Bergen, Copenhagen, Gothenburg, Nordjylland, Oslo & Stockholm
Stig Albeck | Bookboon | 2008 | 24.20 Mb | 7 books, 323p. | PDF | British English

How about a romantic weekend in Paris, or would you prefer sun, sea and beach in Greece or Spain? Explore the possibilities of a holiday or city break in Europe with the help of the following free travel guides. From Germany to Italy, and from Copenhagen to London, all books include day tours and dictionaries.

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Travel Guides: Germany, Dresden, Frankfurt, Hamburg, and Munich

Germany, Dresden, Frankfurt, Hamburg, and Munich
Stig Albeck | Bookboon | 2008 | 21.25 Mb | 5 books, 349p. | PDF | British English

Visit Germany and experience new things have fun and relax. Vibrant cities with amazing architecture, fabulous shopping and pulsating nightlife are awaiting your visit. This free travel guide of Germany provides you with information about the main sights and attractions in the cities Hamburg, Dresden, Frankfurt, and Munich. Discover Hamburg and its merchant past, Dresden’s rebuild Frauenkirche, Frankfurt’s mix of financial center and cultural heritage and Munich known for its beer culture.

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Travel Guides: Helsinki, Kaunas, Riga, Tallinn, and Vilnius

Helsinki, Kaunas, Riga, Tallinn, and Vilnius
Stig Albeck | Bookboon | 2008 | 17.88 Mb | 5 books, 155p. | PDF | British English

Discover Finland’s capital Helsinki, located on the shore of the Gulf of Finland. In this fast growing city you find beautiful architecture and many interesting sites. Just outside the city you can enjoy the magnificent scenery. In this free travel guide you find two day tours and some suggestions for how to spend your time outside of Helsinki. This guide as well contains several maps and a historical outline. Enjoy your trip to Finland!

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Travel Guides: The UK & Ireland, London, Manchester, Dublin, Edinburgh & Reykjavik

The United Kingdom & Ireland, London, Manchester, Dublin, Edinburgh & Reykjavik
Stig Albeck | Bookboon | 2008 | 22.86 Mb | 6 books, 311p. | PDF | British English

Besides being the home of the Royal family, the UK has much more to offer its visitors. The same goes of course for Ireland. Therefore, this free travel guide provides you with information about the sights and attractions in several of the countries cities. Enjoy a trip to Edinburgh’s Castle or rather decide on mixing in with the crowd in the busy streets of London and walk over the Tower Bridge. In Manchester you can still discover England’s industrial past while Dublin’s Temple Bar District is a must for every visitor. In this free guide you will also find suggestions for tours outside the cities.

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Travel Guildes: Spain, Barcelona, Madrid, Geneva, and Prague

Spain, Barcelona, Madrid, Geneva, and Prague
Stig Albeck | Bookboon | 2008 | 23.92 Mb | 5 books, 287p. | PDF | British English

Combining information about the cities Barcelona and Madrid this free travel guides aims at providing you with inspirations for your travel planning. Get to know Barcelona, the Catalonian capital located on the Mediterranean Sea, and see the influence Antonio Gaudi has had on the architecture of the city. Or visit Madrid and visit the amazing Prado museum. Download this free travel guide and plan your trip through Spain.

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Travel Guides: Africa, Cairo, Cape Town, and Johannesburg & Pretoria

Africa, Cairo, Cape Town, and Johannesburg & Pretoria
Stig Albeck | Bookboon | 2008 | 12.58 Mb | 4 books, 168p. | PDF | British English

Do you have plans to see Africa? Download these guides and be inspired. What are the main attractions in Cape Town? And what should you definitely have seen in the capital of Egypt, Cairo? Explore Egypt and South Africa. This continent has it all, beautiful nature, sunny beaches and historical sites. In these travel guides you find inspiring day trips, information about the most famous tourist attractions, comprehensive maps and an historical outline. Read about this and more in our travel guides.

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