📚 English Speeches' Newsletter #24

Hello, English Speeches community!

Welcome to the 24th edition of our newsletter, packed with historical depth and English learning excitement. This week, we're serving up a special blend of past and present, all through the lens of the English language.

• 🎵 Experience The Beatles' "final song," a melody that weaves together yesteryear's tunes with today's technology.
  

• 📝 Explore the power of public speaking with our guide. Beyond vocabulary, it's a cultural journey through the speeches that have inspired change.
  

• 🎙️ Join Anna as she delves into the language and sentiment of Malala's powerful advocacy.
  

• 🎤 Lastly, Ratan Tata's speeches offer a glimpse into the language of leadership and the spirit of innovation that's shaping futures.

Join us for a learning adventure that harmonizes the classic and the contemporary. Let's enhance our English together. Happy learning! 😊

🌍 ENGLISH WITH NEWS

The Beatles' "Final Song" Released

This week, we're diving into a piece of music history with the release of what's being called The Beatles' "final song." Titled "Now And Then," the track has been 45 years in the making, with its origins dating back to a demo written by John Lennon in 1978. The song features all four members of the legendary band and has been completed with modern technology, blending the past with the present.

Key Words:

• Demo: (n.) a demonstration of a song or piece of music, typically used to give an idea of how it would sound when fully produced.
  

• Bootleg: (n.) an unauthorized recording, typically of a live performance.
  

• Tribute: (n.) an act, statement, or gift that is intended to show gratitude, respect, or admiration.
  

• Legacy: (n.) something left or handed down by a predecessor, such as a reputation or body of work.

The release of "Now And Then" is a heartfelt finale to The Beatles' saga, merging history with modern technology. It's a celebration of their lasting harmony, striking a chord of nostalgia and innovation that resonates with fans and English learners alike.

📝 ARTICLE OF THE WEEK

Learning English Through the Power of Speeches

This week, we're delving into an insightful guide that illuminates the path to English fluency through the power of speeches.

Here's a snapshot of the key insights:

• Embrace the Power of Speeches: Utilize speeches as a practical tool to grasp real-life English, enriching your vocabulary and honing your listening and speaking skills.
  

• Cultural Insight: Speeches offer a unique look into the culture, allowing you to understand the language in its full emotional and situational context.
  

• Effective Learning with 'Learn English With Speeches': This comprehensive eBook provides detailed speech analyses and exercises to effectively build your English knowledge.
  

• Broadening Perspectives: Through speeches, you gain insight into important global issues, enhancing your understanding of the English-speaking world.

This guide is not just about absorbing language rules; it's a practical journey into the essence of English, woven through the threads of history, culture, and human expression. For a comprehensive experience, be sure to check out the full guide.

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Unveiling Malala's Message: A Beacon of Hope

Join us as we delve into the powerful words of Malala Yousafzai, a young woman who stands as a beacon of hope and education. Your guide, Anna, brings this speech to life, highlighting its linguistic richness and emotional depth.

Here's what we have in store:

• Inspirational Vocabulary: Discover the words that Malala uses to inspire and unite, and learn how to incorporate them into your own English conversations.
  

• Grammar in Action: See grammar come alive as we break down Malala's use of tenses and sentence structures to convey her powerful message.
  

• Expressions of Empowerment: Learn the idiomatic expressions and rhetorical devices that Malala employs to empower her audience.

Tune into our YouTube channel to experience the full educational power of Malala's speech. Let's learn and grow together!

🤔 SPEECH RECAP QUIZ

1. What does Malala mean by "the happiest girl in the world"?
   a. Literally the most joyful girl on the planet
   b. A title given by her grandfather to bring joy to her name
   c. A famous quote from a book
   

2. Why does Malala refer to her home as "paradise home Swat"?
   a. To indicate it is a well-known tourist destination
   b. To express her deep affection and longing for her hometown
   c. To compare it to a garden mentioned in literature
   

3. What does Malala imply with "our beautiful dreams turned into nightmares"?
   a. The drastic change from peace to terror in her hometown
   b. The literal experience of bad dreams
   c. A story from a famous novel

Check your understanding and see if you've grasped the key points of Malala's speech. The correct answers are waiting for you further down—keep reading to see how you did!

📚 GRAMMAR ESSENTIALS

This edition focuses on the Passive Voice, an element Malala skillfully uses in her speech.

What is the Passive Voice?

The Passive Voice is used to emphasize the action rather than the subject. It's formed with the appropriate tense of the verb "to be" + past participle of the main verb.

Passive Voice for Emphasis:

"Schools were destroyed," Malala recounts, using the Passive Voice to focus on the action and its impact.

How to Form the Passive Voice?

To form the Passive Voice, identify the object of the active sentence, use it as the subject of the passive sentence, and conjugate the verb "to be" to match the tense of the main action, followed by the past participle.

Common Mistakes:

Avoid overusing the Passive Voice; it can make sentences less direct. Also, remember that not all verbs can be used in the passive form—only transitive verbs (verbs that can take an object) can be made passive.

🎤 ENGLISH SPEECHES

Ratan Tata: Innovating India's Tomorrow

In this issue, we bring you two profound speeches by Ratan Tata, an icon of Indian industry and the former chairman of the Tata Group. His addresses at the inauguration of Cancer Hospitals in Assam and at T-Hub with entrepreneurs encapsulate his vision for healthcare and entrepreneurship in India.

Here's what makes these speeches a must-watch for English learners:

• Leadership Language: Ratan Tata's speeches are a treasure trove of vocabulary related to leadership, innovation, and social responsibility. Understanding this lexicon can enhance your business English skills.
  

• Cultural Context: Tata's references to Indian society and its transformation provide a rich cultural context that can broaden your understanding of English within diverse settings.
  

• Motivational Messages: His speeches are filled with messages that inspire action and change, offering learners the language tools to discuss and reflect on societal progress in English.

Download the PDF with the full transcript, audio, and English lesson to dive deeper into this inspiring speech.

📝 VOCABULARY SPOTLIGHT

This edition shines a light on the words 'enterprise', and 'compassion' from Ratan Tata's speeches.

Enterprise: As a noun, it denotes a project or undertaking, typically one that is difficult or requires effort. In the context of entrepreneurship, it refers to the initiative and resourcefulness needed to start a new business.

Example in a sentence: "The spirit of enterprise Ratan Tata spoke of is evident in the burgeoning startup culture in India."

Compassion: This noun describes sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others. It's a human quality highly regarded in all spheres of life.

Example in a sentence: "Ratan Tata's compassionate approach to business has led to initiatives like the Cancer Hospitals in Assam."

🗨️ SPEAK LIKE A NATIVE

"A Lick Of Work"

Dive into the playful side of English with us! This time, we're putting the spotlight on a phrase Tom Hanks tossed out during his last week's speech: "A Lick of Work."

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This idiom paints a picture of someone avoiding work entirely — not even a small effort! It's a colorful way to express idleness, and Tom Hanks delivers it with his signature charm.

Example in a sentence: "He got the job done without doing a lick of work, just like Tom Hanks joked about his honorary degree!"

We've put together a really cool video on our Instagram explaining this and more — click on our video above to see the idiom come to life in a way you won't forget.

💬 QUOTE OF THE WEEK

In the adventure of learning English, those who stumble but stand up again are gaining more than just words—they're building resilience.

It's not about never making mistakes. The courage to try, to speak and to learn, despite the errors, is what makes you stronger.

Don't be scared of getting it wrong. Be afraid of never giving yourself the chance to get it right. Every attempt, every fall, and every recovery takes you closer to fluency.

Keep trying, keep learning. Your strength lies in your perseverance. The victory of communication awaits!

English Quiz Answers: 1.b | 2.b | 3.a

We're grateful for your continued companionship on this language-learning voyage. Don't hesitate to share your thoughts, ideas, or inquiries. Together, we'll keep exploring, expanding, and expressing ourselves with confidence in the English language!

Keep learning and thriving,

Ricardo
Founder, English Speeches YouTube Channel

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