Rugby

Hi , my name is Dario Porta Sanchez and now I'm going to talk about rugby and its varietes.

Rugby is a sport originary from Englamd wich is many centuries old born in the city of Rugby in England.

I'ts a sport with a grate variety of rules. Awong , the most outstanding ones are passing the ball back and only using the foot to advance fordwards the front.

There are a severals types of Rugby , awong them Rugby 15 , Rugby 13 carachered for not having rucks , Rugby touch and Rugby 7.

                                    Dario Porta Sanchez 4B

INSTAGRAM 

Instagram is an application with ready more than 1,000,000 downloads. 

This application is based on creating a profile and following your friends or famous people etc. 

Just as you can follow people they can follow you too. 

"Public or private profile? "

You can have a Public profile; with means that anyone can follow you or you poss. 

Or your can have it private; in this case you decide who you won't to follow you and who you don't want to follow you. 

In this application you can upload photos you can tog in your friends, etc. 

Throught Instagram conversentions can also be established using the "Direct".

"What is direct?"

People can see what you are doing on the moment and can keep a talk. 

You can take photos and it's something useful to improve conversetions. 

With the new updates Instagram a lot has improved and thanks to that it has become even more popular. 

This along with other improvements has made comunications much easier. 

I also know applications like WhatsApp, Facebook, Snapchat. 

I use Instagram and he others applications every day. 

  

INSTAGRAM:

•Comunications.   •Personal. 

•Application.         •Profile. 

•Public.                   •Internet. 

•Photos.                  •Friends. 

•Followers.            •Popular/famous. 

Volleyball

Volleyball

What is volleyball?

Volleyball is a sport that consists of two teams that try to pass a ball over a net located in the middle of the field. The idea si to beat the opposing team by passing the ball in such a way that it can't be challenged.

Volleyball rules

In this sport, you play the best of five sets. And the winner of each set is the team that manages to reach first 25 points, but the last set is played on 15 points.

Regarding touching the ball, this can't be touched more than tree times per team before sending it to the other team. Each time when  you try to pass the ball to the other team it is then when a player tries to score a point, which is achiered by means of the ball touching the field or involuntarily by one of the opposing players.

At any moment during the match, the players can't touch the net. Doing it, will be a point for the opposing team.

And finally there is a rotation of players inside th field, which is done at the beginning of the serve.

Origin of volleyball

On febrary 9, 1895, William G. Morgan a YMCA(Young Men's Christian Assiciation) physical education director, created a new game called Mintonette as a pastime for older members of YMCA.

The gme took some of its characteristics from tennis and handball.

The Day of the Dead

The Day of the Dead

What is The Day of the Dead?

  The Day of the Dead is a traditional festivity of Mexico celebrated from the 31st of October to the 2nd of November,

Besides Mexico, it is celebrated in countries of Central America and in some communities of the United States.

In these days people visit the cementeries and place candles in the tombs of their relatives. 

  It is also common to see people disguised in skull masks, with their faces painted or wearing typical costumes of the celebration.

Origins

  Since the pre-Hispanic time in Mexico, the natives have worshipped death.

After the conquest, the union of the indigenous beliefs with the Spanish Catholicism forged a unique, colorful religious character and that preserved in a certain way the ancestral memories of the old pre-Columbian traditions, giving rise to this festivity.

   

Beliefs

  It is believed that the souls of deceased relatives return in these days; day 1st the souls of adults and day 2nd the souls of children. For this they are received with an offering where they place their favorite food and drink, fruit, candies, even toys for kids.

Perception of death

  In Mexico death is perceived in a very pecular way, for Mexicans use satire to mock it. An example of this is the popular Catrina; a skull dressed in different colorful outfits as a sign of the presence of death in everyday life.

Catrina

          

         

Why did i choose this topic?

  I chose this theme because i was struck by the way of perceiving the death of this festival, in addition to the colors that characterize it, wich I liked very much.

SCOUTS

                                         

                                                

   SCOUTS

The scout movement is a movement that wants to educate

children and  young people with outdoor games.

THE HISTORY OF THE SCOUT MOVEMENT

It emerged as a way to fight against delinquency

in the 20th century in England,seeking the physical,

spiritual and mental development of young people

to become "good citizens".

This idea came to Robert Baden Powell,who began

practicing his idea by making camps with young people.

Later on,scouting was improved by Vera Barclay and

Ronald Phillips among others.

The Scout movement is interested in nice activities

for educational purposes,outdoor activities and community

servise with the aim of teaching humans values.

WHAT ARE SCOUTS FOR ME?

I am in a scout group since i was seven years old.

I have been taught many things and they have always

helped me.They are like a second family.

PAELLA VALENCIANA

PAELLA VALENCIANA

•  ORIGINS OF THE PAELLA:The paella is a typical dish of Valencia.The paella originated between the 15th and 16th centuries. It is due to the need of the peasants and shepherds for a food easy to transport and cook with the ingredients that thy had at hand.The exact origin of the paella is alomost centainly located in the rice area near the lake of the Albufera.
•  INGREDIENTS:In its origins,the ingredients were poultry,rabbit,fresh vegetables,rice,saffron and olive oil,mixed with water and cooked on a low heat.The sailors invented the "paella marinera".It was the alternative form to the typical paella but with different ingredients like cuttlefish,squids,crayfish,lobsters,clams or mussels.
• CUSTOMS:The paella was part of the customs of the Valencian region and was a symbol of the union of families,who gathered around the table to taste this tasty dish.At present time,they also make competitions of paellas in "Fallas".
• MY FAMILY:I like paella.I usually eat paella when I am with my family in my village.My grandmother cooks it and I sometimes help her.I've never coocked paella,but I think that I could cook it.The best paella I have ever tried is my uncle's.   

  TYPES OF PAELLA:

  

FALLAS

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Fallas

   Fallas is a very traditional celebration that is celebrated in valencia.In Fallas the kids throw many firecrackers and there is a lot of party.The typical valencian falleros dress in elegant dresses and costumes.The "fallera mayor",that is,the most important on,estarts the Fallas in the Serrano towers.

   Fallas are three consecutive days of parties.The last day is the Crema,which is when all the sculpture are burned and Fallas are finished.

  For me the most beautiful thing of Fallas is the decoration of all the streets and what i like less are the firecrackers that people throw right next to you.One of the things that i enjoy most are the parties that are assembled and i also love meeting with friends.

Questions

-where are Fallas celebrated?

-what are the sculpture called?

-what is the last day's name?

-who initiates fallas?

-do you enjoy fallas?

-what do you like most about fallas?

-what do you hate about fallas?

 JOAQUIN VAZQUEZ 4B 

Football

Rules that football contains

Football is a team sport played between two sets of eleven players each an some referes who ate concerned that the standords are met correctly .It is widely considered the most popular sport in the world,as it is practeced bt some 270 millions people.

The pitch is rectangular of natural or articial turf, with a gral or bow on each side of the field. Football is played with a ball.

Origins

At the end of the Middle Ager and later centuries were developed in the British Isles and svirouding áreas different team gamer, which were know as soccer codes ,these codes were unifred with the passage of timi, giving rise the football ,Rugby,American football,Australian football,etc.

The afirst British codes were charactericed by having few rules and by the extreme violence.One of the most popular was the soccer of carnaval. For that reason carnaval football was banned in England by decree of King Eduard III and remained so for 500 year

Rules

Football is regulated by 17 lows or rules, which are universally used , although whit the some Hoverse certain modifications to facilitate the development of wont´s children´s and senior football.The rules of the game are defined by the International Football Association Board, a body made up of FIFA and the sour associations of the United Kingdom .

Each of the two teams consist of a máximum of 11 players and a mínimum of 7 During the match players can be changed with others ,the so-colked substitutes, One of the titulares players must the goalkeeper, It is permisible for a goalkeeper and another players of the team to Exchange positions during the match , as long as it is during an interruption with the refeee´s consent.Each player most have a basic outfit,whit consists of a T-shirt whit sleeves ,shorts stockings,shing guards and suitable footwear .The devation of a match specified in Rule 7 of the regulation son be two equal times of 45 mn with an intermediate rest period that may not exceed 15 minutes, and he duration of the regulation of each competition. Each time a player tries to but another pushes him holds him to take an advantage , spits on someone or touches he ball whit his hand´s (except the goalkeeper), the referee will score a dered free kick in foror of  the team that has not comunitted the infrangment ,whish will be enforced from the place of the infragnement .If it ocurred with in the own penalti área , regardress of the position of the ball and if the ball is in play , a penalty kick will be scored again the offending team.

Opinión

Football is my favourite sport .I play in the women´s team and i think  soccer is team play and the most important thing is to have fun.

           

MY LONDON TRIP

Hello, I am going to tell you about my trip to London.

I went to London because I wanted to visit a friend that I hadn'tseen for a long time. I decided to go with my aunt to London, but, there was a problem with the plane: My aunt and me were late.So, we had to wait for the next plane.
I was 1 hour sleeping in the plane. Therest of the time I was listening to music and watching series.
When we arrived in London, my friend was waiting for me at the airport.We were only going to be there for one week. That week we went to visit the London Eye, wealso  went see the Big Ben and we bought souvenirs. 

The weather in London.
London has a temperature climate so it isn't uncommon for extreme temperatures to occur. The coldest months are from December to March, when the average temperatures are between 0 and 8 degrees.
The roads in London.
We had to get used to the British road, because they drive on the left side of the road. In Spain, we are used to looking left at the time of crossing, instead, there you hyave to look to the right as they come circulating from the left.

My recommendation.
I recommend you to go to London, it is very beautiful. Besides, there are a lot of different culture,which make London a special place. It also has imporatant and interesting monuments.

London tourist guide

LONDON TOURIST GUIDE

When to visit London

-January is the perfect month to find some bargains and make the most of London's free attractions.

-With february, arrive to London the celebrations of the Chinese New Year, the romaniticism and the fashion.

-March arrive in London the spring and plenty of activity on the Thames.

-Visit London in april to make the most of spring and enjoy free events like the London Marathon.

-May with good wather and many outdoor activities.

-June to enjoy some of the capital's most famous events such as the Trooping, the Color, and Wimbledon.

-July to explore London's outdoor attractions and if you prefer more cultural activities, you're spoiled for choice.

-London celebrates  the biggest street party in August, and children's attractions entertain the little ones during the summer period.

-September is the month of festivals in London and the capital comes alive with a multitude of festivities.

-October.Summer is giving way to autumn and you'll find many special events in London.

-November.As it gets colder, the streets of London begin to sparkle with holiday lights and the city's pubs offer a pleasant shelter.

-Visit London in December to discover the winter wonderland for both adults and children.

Best places to visit in London

-Palace of Westminster

It is one of the most emblematic places in London. Being a World Heritage site, it brings together the two chambers of English Parliament with its tower and the famous clock, Big ben.

-Piccadilly Circus

This central square is not notable for its beauty, but for being the nerve center of London. You can find there all and everyone. With a great offer of leisure and its neon signs, there invite you to visit it especially at night. 

-British museum

It is one of the oldest and largest in the world. It is known fot its immense collection of antiquities, among which the Rosetta Stone, the marbles of the Pantheon and the Egyptians museums stand out.

-Buckingham palace

It is the official residence of the English monarchy. The palace is used for ceremonies and state visits. It's Headquarters of the royal art collection and its main jewels are exhibited to the public.

Where to eat cheap in London

-Flat Iron

This is one of the favouritesx of Londoners. There are several locations in the city. There, you can eat a spectacular steak for only 10 pounds, about 12 euros. The menu is very simple, and eventually they offer spectacular burgers. The only downside of the restaurant is that, although the place is beautiful, it is usually full.

-Bella Italia

It is a chain of Italian restaurant very common in London. There are several locations around the city center. The pasta is nothing to write home about, and the dish costs around 10 euros. They also have pizzas (more than acceptable) for a similar price. The restaurants are nice, spacious and the attention is usually good.

-Borough Market

This market is a classic in London. There you cand find everything: meats, vegetables... But also delicious sandwiches or takeaways. The most curious thing is that there are very curious food, such as kangaroo meat snacks and other exotic products. Don't worry about the price, you can eat a sandwich for about 7 euros. It is open every weekend except for Sundays.

Best hotels to stay in London

-Qbic Hotel London

This hotel is located next to Brick Lane (a large street that runs through Swaufield Street) and is characterized by its elegance and affordable prices, ideal for those who are looking for a cheap and yet  modern and stylish hotel. 

It boasts of the peace and cleanliness of its rooms. Each room includes a bed, a hydromassage shower and free Wi-Fi. 

Price: Price per night is from 82 euros.
Style: Urban hotel with very modern and futuristic interior.

-Premier Inn Hotels

It is recommended for both leisure and business. Each of the rooms has: a king-sized bed, private bathroom, TV with Freeview channels and almost all of them have Wi-Fi, Shower gel, tea and coffee making facilities and a hairdryer. In the family rooms, which are for four people, there are cots available in case you need them if you are accompanied by a baby.

Price: In general prices range from 145 euros to 180 euros per night.