My best friend

My best friend I have a lot of friends, but my best friend is Alina. I have known her for a long time since our first school years. Alina left school two years ago and now she is a student of Tavrida National University. She is a future economist. Alina is a pretty girl of eighteen. She is tall and slim. Her long black hair is straight. Her close-set hazel eyes have long eyelashes and straight eyebrows. She has a charming smile. Alina is the kind of person who always does what she thinks is right. She is very open and sensible girl. She always ready to help everybody who needs. What I like most of all is her good sense of humor. She likes to dance and listen to music. I am very happy to have such a good friend as Alina.

My Best Friend.

My best friend.

We met for the first time in summer camp for English learners. It was arranged by our school. We lived in one room, we were neighbours. It was the best time in my life.

Now, I want to describe you my best friend. Her name is Yana and she is 18. She is very pretty. Her hear is straight and red. She wears her hair loose and fringe, she suites her. Her face is pale, oval. Yana’s eyes are green. She has a charming smile.

As for me her character is perfect. She is sensible and competitive; she works really hard every day. Also, she is rational and self-confident; it helps her to control my impulsive character and gives me good advices. In spite of her practical side, she is tender, emotional and thoughtful. Sometimes, Yana tends to be critical and stubborn, because she wants to be good specialist in journalism.

She has plenty of hobbies. Reading, writing a novel, I am sure it will be successful. Her life is full of interests and she makes my life interesting.  I love her and I am very grateful to her.

My best best friend!!!

I am going to describe my best friend Ani. To tell the truth, I don`t remember when I met her. I suppose, I was about 10 years old. We attended a swimming club together. Ani is a little bit older than me, she is 22. However I`ve never felt this difference.
My best friend is very pretty and she is always well-dressed. Usually she wears casual clothes but sometimes she prefers dresses and skirts. Ani is rather short as her height is about 155 cm. She comes from Armenia that`s why her complexion is dark and her hair is black. Usually Ani wears her shoulder-length hair in a ponytail. But I should say that it suits her much better when she wears her hair loose. Ani has quite weak eyesight that`s why sometimes she has to wear glasses.
As for her character, she is extremely kind. I have never met such people before. She never says any bad thing about other people behind their backs. She is very cheerful and welcoming. When I come to her house I always feel like at home and she is ready to receive me at any time. What was very surprising for me is that the last time I visited her she told I should have come with my mom. I`m sure, it was not told to express her politeness but she really wanted to see her. Ani is so sincere that when I talk to her I want to become much better than I am, as I know I have a lot of drawbacks in comparison with her.
However there is one thing which is a little bit annoying for me. Ani tends to complain about her problems too often. Sometimes I come to her in a good mood and leave worrying about different insignificant things.
As for her interests, they are varied. To start with, she still attends the swimming club. She even took part in Paralympics where she won a bronze medal. However sport is not the only thing she is interested in. She also likes going to performances and ballets. Ani visited plenty of countries from which she brought different knick-knacks which she collects.
All things considered, Ani is a really good friend and I hope now you understand why I call her my best friend!

Listening: Your best and worst qualities

What are your best character features, the ones you are proud of? What are the worst ones which you would like to get rid of? You are going to listen to some people's answers to these questions.
What are your best qualities?
What is your worst qualitiy?
Instructions:
1. Follow the links.
2. Click on any speaker's photo to hear audio for each section.
3. After the audio for each section stops, there will be two questions.
4. If you answer the questions correctly, you move forward.
5. If you answer incorrectly, you have to listen to the audio again.

Dash - the one and the only!

I've known her since I remember myself. We were always together playing different games, exploring around the house, making useless attempts to operate a doll. Darya Nesterova, 17 years old, and I were and are still the best childhood amigos.
Dasha is a very pretty girl, who always wears brand-new clothes and changes into a casual vest or pyjamas when she is at home. She has never been overweight a bit, always keeping fit and making guys stare and feel drawn to her shapely legs. She's got shoulder-blades-length wavy brown hair and usually wears it loose. Her fair complexion mixes up with her perfectly oval face. She possesses big hazel eyes and a turned up tiny nose.
There's a unique connection between us - a special language of souls we share. I'm so glad I found her long ago and hope we'll stay friends for good. Even though we've been acquainted for 16 years, I haven't completely analysed her personality. This makes our relationships interesting and adventurous.
What I like most about Dash is that she's always cheerful and positive, no matter how bad things are. She's always ready to support you in difficult situations, which makes her very considerate. She is extremely reliable, so you can be sure that your secrets and mysteries won't be revealed the next day. As for her best feature, she is very uncompromising person and does her job demandingly but with passion. Moreover, being sensible and demanding doesn't prevent her from being tender when communicating with close people. Dash in candid and determined enough to say what she thinks face to face.
Besides the enlisted characteristics, she shows a tendency of being a little bit lazy at times. She's got a potential to make her dreams happen, but doesn't use it often. As for me, this is her worst drawback.

P.S. I'm so sorry, my Internet connection is so poor so I can't post the photo right now. I'll do it later )

My Best Friend

My best friend's name is Daria and she is 17.

          I’ve known Dasha since my first day at school, when we were only six. I can remember her smiling face as the teacher, Elena Anatolievna, asked me to share the same desk with her.

          Dasha is a very pretty girl. She is tall and slim. She often wears her long dark hair in a pony-tail. She has got a round face with beautiful light-blue eyes and a straight nose.

        Dasha prefers comfortable clothes and can often be seen wearing a jumper, a pair of jeans and trainers.

          Dasha is a kind person who will listen to your problems and try to help you. She always tries to understand me and my feelings. Dasha knows that she can rely on me too. Also, I respect my friend for her modesty and strong will.

   What I don’t like about Dasha is her obstinacy.

       Dasha is a student of Crimean University for Humanities. Like me, she wants to be a teacher in the future.

     Daria is quite active and enjoys outdoor activities. One of her favourite hobbies is playing tennis. Also, she likes going to the cinema and is especially fond of adventure films.

            I have shared much good time with Dasha. She is one of my best and most trusted friends.

I feel fortunate to have met her!

Here are the photos!

My best friend

My best friend’s name is Kseniya. She is 16. Kseniya was born in Perevalnoe. When she was 2 years old her family moved to our village. We met in the kindergarten. Since we have been friend. Now what can I say about Ksyusha? She is a pretty girl. Ksyusha is tall,slim and well-built. Ksyusha has straight blond hair and she usually wears it loose. Everybody admires her hair which looks rich and always focuses attention. Ksyusha has beautiful green eyes and a straight nose. Her smile is charming. Also I like the way she laughs very much. As for clothes Ksyusha prefers she likes jeans and sweatshirts. But I like when she wears dresses and skirts. Ksyusha has shapely legs. So she looks very attractive in it. Ksyusha is a nice girl. She is out going and can find a topic of conversation with everyone. Ksyusha is understanding and sympathetic. I trust her a lot and I’m sure that I can rely on her in any situation. She never lets people down. Ksyusha has a good sense of humor. We have many common jokes which are understandable only for us. She is always cheerful and energetic. Ksyusha has got only one shortcoming. She is moody. For example if she is in a bad mood she spoils it everyone. And when I tell her about it she gets nervous but a bit later we together laugh at it". Ksyusha is a pupil of the 11th form. She wants to be a pharmacist. We like to spend a lot of time together. Ksyusha and I often watch videos, listen to music, sing songs, dance, take some funny photos. And the most important I am who I am with Ksyusha,I feel at ease with her. I miss Ksyusha when we don’t see each other for a long time. Our friendship helps me fill strong and sure of myself.

Best friend

I  almost sure that  all of us have a person, whom he can call friend and luckily I’m not an exception. So, I’m going to tell you about my close friend – Nikita. We  had known  each other for about 12 years, but became real friends only 2 years ago.

Nikita is rather handsome and good-looking boy. He usually wears casual clothes, but for special occasions he wears smart clothes. In his teens he is medium – height about 1, 79 cm and medium built. He always keeps fit, as he attends sport club.

He has got short dark haircut. His beautiful blue eyes are full of cheerfulness and energy. You never see him sitting in one place, he is always in motion. What makes him more charming is his pretty dimples on his cheeks and of course his sincere smile.

He’s very easy-going and resilient. Nikita is person with a great sense of humor.  He always tries to talk about what his partner is interested in, even if he sees person for the  first time . It’s one of his features which impressed me, as for it’s quite difficult to feel comfortably in stranger’s company. Never the less he’s very reliable. He never brings you down. Nikita is always responsible for his actions. And I appreciate it. In my case Nikita is a good shoulder to cry on, he know how sensitive and even humble I could be. If I have problems, he never leaves me, otherwise always hear me out if it’s need give me piece of advice and of course supports  and cheers with good words. Nikita tries to help me to overcome my complexes. Unfortunately everyone has its own drawbacks and Nikita isn’t an exception. Sometimes he tends to be a bit demanding to himself and to others. He always wants to do all the best. No mistake should be permit. If something goes wrong he becomes impulsive and aggressive.

Nikita is very versatile person. He enjoys traveling. His favorite occupation is going to wild places. I never share this hobby. I’m too cowardly for such experiments.  He also likes to create new programs for computer s and other gadgets. I usually turn for help to him, as I’m not very good in it. Moreover he’s interested in literature and cinematography. We can spend tremendous amounts of time discussing it.

Unfortunately, now we don’t see each other as much as we would like to, as Nikita entered the University in another city and doesn’t have a possibility to go home often, so we keep in touch through the Internet.  But I hope we always will be friends. All in all I appreciate our friendship, it means a lot for us.

Pisces

Pisces

There are people who born from 19.02. to 20.03. Pisces is the most emotional and sensitive sign of zodiac. At the first meeting they may seem shy, but in fact Pisces are very sociable. From an early age, they are very inquisitive. They are very trusting than many people enjoy, but don't underestimate them. Pisces are very impressionable and changeable. The main thing for Pisces in the surrounding people is the heart and soul. Pisces often choose professional such as an artist, an actor, but more of all they are attracted to the humanities. So they are excellent linguists, teacher, psychologists and etc.

My zodiac sign!

My zodiac sign is Virgo. As usual women Virgo have a logical and practical mind. They also prefer to bring everything that surrounds them to perfection. People, who were born under this sign are punctual. They never late. These people aren't only clever, but very heard-working as well and like to do everything well as a rule. Striving for perfection, Virgos are working day and night, not knowing the area. So, they usually don't tolerate to lazy people. Virgos are very emotional. They don't hide their emotional,but prefer to cry than to hold their feelings inside. However, they can be sensitive at times, they get upset easily. Also Virgos are gentle and calm in communication. So, they will never behave aggressively. These people are always friendly and polite. They are rather quite, because they don't talk a lot; moreover, Virgos are very kind and nice.

Also this people are usually responsible. You can always trust them to do what you ask them to do.  Virgos make decisions quickly.

Speaking about negative qualities. They tend to be rather bossy and like telling other people what to do! 

My zodiac sign

My zodiacal sign is Capricorn. Often my zodiac characteristics in horoscope are correct. As for me, I can say that I am tender, because of my romantic side. Also, sensitive, it isn’t hard to make me cry. Understanding, my friends says so. I always listen to them and give advices. I hope, I am tolerant, I don’t like to argue with people who different opinion from mine. Dedicated, especially, to my friends. I love them wholeheartedly, I can’t say that I have many friends, but I trust each of my friends. Affectionate, I give all myself to whom I am in love with. I don’t think it is one of my positive features. Protective, my close people are all for me. Impulsive, sometimes my actions aren’t understandable; consequently, people think that I am crazy or even silly. Imaginative and emotional, my fancy is very good developed. Finally, I am introvert. I am concerned with my inner world of the mind.

Pisces

Pisces - is the last zodiac sign, so it combines different characteristics. That`s why, I think people who was born under this sign are very different. Usually they are optimistic, in all situations they try to see only good. They are friendly and kind, so they can easily make friends.
Many people of this zodiac sign are very sensitive . Any word can hurt them, but, maybe this feature makes them considerate to other people.
As for negative features, I can say, that they are lazy, can`t sit in one place for a long time doing something important . Usually they are absent-minded, often lose things and forget about time. Also, they has changeable mood. They may smiling and laugh, but fifteen minutes later become silent and gloomy.

Virgo

I don’t think that kind of person you are depends of the time of the year you were born. Sometimes traits of character that are inherent sign coincide with the true nature of person. I’m a Virgo according to the zodiac sign. And as I’ve said before not all features of character of this sign inherent me. Virgo is the most practical sign of the zodiac. Virgos are hardworking people. They can’t sit idle. Of course I like doing nothing but not much time because I get bored. Virgos are wonderful performers capable to perfect their technique for years. I’ve draw since childhood and I do it nice. I get new knowledge from books and perfect them in practice. The most important decisions in their life Virgos made based on the judgment‚ ability to calculate the situation. They don’t take into account emotions‚ intuition prompts. And really I don’t live for the day‚ I always think about my future. I try to take any information adequality and safely although I very sensitive person. Virgo is not very confident. Their faith in themselves reassess as far as getting the result.It is very important to me to be necessary. I like to please my close‚ help without being asked. Virgos are very independent, they try to kept and save their independence from all. Also these people are quite reserved and secretive. They don’t reveal their feelings even to the closest people. Virgos prefer to stay away from the crowd, it is difficult for them to relax in society. People according to this zodiac sign are modest, they also calm and tender. Virgos never try to draw attention to themselves. These people are very reliable friends and colleagues, you can always rely on them. Virgos are critical, but they don’t see their own shortcomings.

Cancer

My sign of zodiac is Cancer. It’s the most emotional and unstable star sign. The first impression about can be very deceiving. For example at first you seem to be strong and selfish, but in fact you are really modest and sensitive. It’s easy to hurt them.  They tend   listen to only one authority – themselves.  Cancers are very compassionate and caring with their close friends, unfortunately it’s quite hard for them to find real friends, as they don’t tend to trust people, but if you have a friend Cancer you can be sure, that he never let you go, as Cancers are very devoted friends.  People born under this star sign are usually reserved and they don’t tell about themselves a lot. Their behavior depends on their mood. One minute they are happy, the next – they feel miserable. Furthermore Cancers are victims of anxiety and fear. They always have to overcome limits which they set for themselves. They can’t bear criticism to their side. It lowers  their self – esteem.

My Sign Of Zodiac

Leo

My sign of zodiac is Leo.

People born under this sign are determined. If Leos want anything done, nothing shall prevent them from reaching their aim.

Another characteristic of Leos is their sensitivity. They are vulnerable and get hurt very easily. Sometimes they tend to behave like children.

Leos are reliable people and you can always depend on them. So, they are loyal friends.

Also, people born under this sign of zodiac are generous and kind-hearted. Honesty and sincerity are no less important words to describe Leos.

Moreover, these people are unpredictable. You never know what they are going to do.

As for the negative traits of Leos’ character, these people can’t stand criticism. And sometimes they can be a bit irritable.

Taurus

Taurus is the second sign of the zodiac, entered by the sun about April 21. Taurus represents quite a peculiar kind of people. They are usually very stubborn. They refuse to accept the general truth when it doesn't coincide their personal opinion. Moreover, they often emotionalize their conflicts with other people on account of being very sensitive and temperamental simultaneous. Being sensitive is also the main reason why  it is so easy to reduce these people to tears. Being obstinate and hot-blooded Taurus makes it hard to believe that they are very gullible. They are not aware of your lies until you tell them. On the contrary, they are good liars themselves, but they never tell a lie without a sensible reason. People of this sign are usually very ambitious. They easily build up plans for the furthest future, which seem very unrealistic when you hear about them for the first time. Being energetic and competitive helps Taurus organize their time properly therefor they are always in time for an appointment. As for the best feature, Taurus is very generous. When it’s time to back up friends they are ready to give the shirt off their back.

They try to stick to the top tree even in trivial events they face. Mostly, they are very optimistic towards life and people, but can be indifferent when enraged.

Description of my zodiac sign

Virgo

One of the main traits of Virgos` character is persistence. They try to do everything perfect whether they are at work or at home. Although they are too demanding and expect other people to perform work as good as they do. Another trait of Virgos` character is strong will-power which they usually apply in their work and at leisure. Virgos are down-to-earth and practical, they are just too busy to spend their time dreaming. These people are very active and by the end of the day they don`t have any strength to think about something lofty. Speaking about food Virgos are rather fussy. These people are usually health-conscious and they are very careful to the way they feel. Also Virgos are loyal friends. You can always rely on these people and be sure they will never reveal your secrets to others. Another good trait of their character is that they are very adventurous. You can call them at night and suggest any crazy thing to do. Be sure they`ll agree. Virgos are economical as well. But at the same time they are not greedy. These people will be the first ones who offer you financial aid if you really need it.

My Word Cloud

Here is my Word Cloud

My Word Cloud

Here is my "Word Cloud"!

I quite agree with my group mate’s opinion about my character. It was very interesting to know what others think about you. Thanks you, guys, for such adjectives!!!

"Vika Krylova" word cloud

I'm glad to hear these characteristics from people who know me not so long. They are positive and it pleases. All these words in more or less extent really describe me. I agree with all characteristics that my group mates gave me. Although I don’t agree with one of the them, I don’t think that I’m bossy. I can organize something, but I will not command the people and I will not indicate what and how they must do something.

My character word cloud

This is my character adjective cloud. 
I`m agree with each adjective that describes my character. Thanks to my classmate for such good words.

I hope you like my character word cloud :)

Word Cloud "Yuliya"

I am very grateful for such reviews. To be honest it was interesting to look at myself through the eyes of others. And I fully agree with my characterization.

It is my world cloud

My World Cloud

Finally I did it! I didn`t think that it would be so difficult… Vlad, thank you very much for the help! To begin with, I`m agree with each adjective that describes my character except “calm”. I don`t know who wrote this adjective on my sheet of paper but I think this person doesn`t know me well. However it is not surprisingly as we have known each other only for a month. I also added other adjectives which in my opinion describe me. One of them is “strong-willed”. As you can see, this word is almost the same size as my name. I really think that I have strong will-power. So... here is my Cloud! How do you like it?

"Character Word Cloud"

Here is my "character word cloud".

In general, I agree with all these adjectives, that describe my character, in my group mates' opinion.
I'm pleased to hear that my group mates think so!
Thank you!

With love, Lera.

A hard-working man )

Here we go! This is my character adjective cloud. I'm going to answer some of your questions about the suitability of the depicted adjectives to my personality. First of all, I want to thank those of my groupmates who truely believe that I'm hardworking and intelligent. I hope it will come true as soon as possible, but at the current time I can't describe myself with these adjectives.
The most suitable adjectives are kind, sociable and talkative and, of course, ambitious. These are not the best ones a person can posses, but I enjoy this features of my character, I do. Naturally, as any other person on the Earth, I want to chage something about my character: add or remove (get rid of) some chrarcteristics. First of all, I want to become more down to the earth, because nowadays I am ambitious enough to spoil my own life.
I hope you liked my adj-cloud and I am desperately looking forward to seeing your ones.

From Vladislav with love

Character adjectives video

Hi! What adjectives would you use to describe your best friend? A person you don't like? Here are some nice videos presenting character adjectives: Adjectives describing your best friend, Adjectives to describe your worst enemy. While watching the videos, note down the adjectives for future reference.

Create a "character word cloud"

Hello! Your new task is to create a "word cloud" from the list of character adjectives you have recieved. Here is an example of a word cloud, which I created:

You will create a word cloud about your own character as seen by your group mates.

1. To do this, go to Wordle and print in the adjectives.
2. Create your image, edit it as you like and make your Wordle larger on screen by clicking  the"Open in Window" that appears at the bottom of the Wordle image.
3. Take a screenshot of the window by holding Alt button and pressing Print Screen (Prt Scn) at the upper right of your keyboard.
4. Start "Paint", paste your image and save it in an appropriate format, for example JPG.
5. In case you need more detailed instructions on how to take a screenshot, go to http://take-a-screenshot.org/.
   Now you've got an image of your Wordle and you can publish it here on the blog!
6. P.S. You can add some comments as to the choice of adjectives your group mates have made. Do you agree with everything? Did some of the chosen words surprise you?
   

Lena`s introduction

I finally did it! Here`s my introduction :)