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BASICS OF ENGLISH GRAMMAR  LESSON 1 Verb “To Be” in the Simple Present   Theme: school life and daily routines In the simple present, we use: - am - is - are We use to be to talk about: - who we are - what something is - where people are - how people feel Examples : - I am a student. - She is in the classroom. - We are ready for school. - My books are on the desk. 1. Forms of the verb “to be” Full forms - I am - You are - He is - She is - It is - We are - They are Examples: - I am ten years old. - You are my friend. - He is in Class 5. - She is happy today. - It is my school bag. - We are late. - They are in the library. 2. Short forms We often use short forms in speaking and writing. - I am → I’m - You are → You’re - He is → He’s - She is → She’s - It is → It’s - We are → We’re - They are → They’re Examples: - I’m ready for school. - She’s my best friend. - We’re in the computer room. - They’re tired after PE. 3. When do we use “to be”? a) To talk about people and thing...

SAGALASSOS   The clouds hang low over the Taurus Mountains, clinging to the jagged limestone peaks like wisps of forgotten history. But as you ascend the winding road toward the ancient city of Sagalassos, the mist begins to part, revealing a site that defies the very notion of isolation. Perched 1,500 meters above sea level, overlooking the sun-drenched plains of Burdur, this is a city that literally touches the sky. Often called the "City of Lovers" by locals, Sagalassos is a testament to the sheer audacity of the Pisidian people. While many ancient cities clung to the safety of the valleys, the inhabitants of this metropolis chose the clouds. It was a strategic masterstroke, creating a mountain stronghold that remained virtually untouched by the looting and destruction that leveled its lowland neighbors. A Theater in the Clouds The first thing that strikes you upon entering the site is the silence. There is no cacophony of modern traffic, only the wind whisperi...

The White Treasure of the Coast: The Sand Lily If you walk along the Mediterranean or Black Sea coasts in late summer, you might encounter a beautiful white flower growing directly out of the sand. This is the Sand Lily ( Pancratium maritimum ), one of nature’s most resilient and elegant plants. While most flowers need rich soil and plenty of fresh water, the Sand Lily thrives in harsh conditions where other plants cannot survive. A Tough Survivor The Sand Lily is a perennial bulbous plant. It is perfectly adapted to life on the beach. Its long, silvery-green leaves are designed to withstand strong winds and intense sunlight. Even more impressive is its ability to grow in salty sand and survive the sea spray. During the hottest months of August and September, when the sand is burning, the Sand Lily opens its large, funnel-shaped white flowers. These flowers are not only beautiful but also produce a very sweet fragrance, especially in the evening. Protection and Importance U...