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Structure: ‘conjunctions 2’

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This time in our structure help we continue to talk about conjunctions. This time we look at because, although and as long as. These conjunctions are a little different than our previous conjunctions in ‘conjunctions 1’ because the part of the sentence after the conjunction (the subordinate clause) cannot be used by itself. For example, ‘because I had time’ is a subordinate clause, is not a proper sentence and needs to have another part to become a proper sentence. The conjunctions although and as long as function in the same way. Check out the diagram below for more information and try to write some of your own sentences with these conjunctions.

Diagram of how to use conjunctions.
How to use conjunctions 2.

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Video answers: ‘Automating plane manufacturing’

Here are the answers to last Friday’s video, enjoy!

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  1. It stands for Fuselage Automated Upright Build.
  2. They help manufacture the forward and aft sections of the plane.
  3. It’s flexible because its different sections are on wheels, allowing them to be moved where necessary.
  4. They can quickly switch drills or fasteners depending on the size of the hole.
  5. It was previously done by humans who suffered a lot of strain on their bodies due to the difficult nature of the work.

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Video: ‘Automating plane manufacturing’

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This week’s video describes FAUB, a process used by Boeing to automate plane manufacturing. Find out what is it and how it helps.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. What does FAUB stand for?
  2. Which parts do the robots help manufacture?
  3. Why is FAUB flexible?
  4. What’s flexible about the robots?
  5. How was the robots’ work done previously?

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Mechanic and Machine: Boeing’s Advanced Manufacturing Improves 777 Assembly

Behind the scenes of our factory of the future! Fuselage Automated Upright Build (FAUB) is a partnership of automation and manual work to assemble the forward and aft sections of the 777 fuselage. Teams load and set the panels, then the robots are moved in to help install thousands of fasteners to connect the sections.

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Structure: ‘conjunctions 1’

Fly High English - Structure

This time in our structure help we talk about conjunctions. These are words that join clauses into sentences. We’ll look at some of the most common conjunctions first; and, but, or. Most people are familiar with these conjunctions and in comings weeks we’ll explore more conjunctions that can be more difficult to use. But, for the moment, have a look at the diagram below and try to write some examples of your own.

Diagram of how to use conjunctions.
How to use conjunctions.

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Video answers: ‘How to beat jet lag’

Here are the answers to last Friday’s video, enjoy!

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  1. It’s due to something called ‘desynchronosis’, or when your internal biological clock gets out of sync with your destination.
  2. A dry airplane environment, changes in pressure, and the time difference on arrival all effect the condition, but the biggest effect is sunlight.
  3. One study suggested that melatonin can help, while another found that insulin could help regulate the circadian rhythms of the body. Other people force themselves to stay awake until a normal sleep time at their destination and then wake up at a normal time.
  4. Alcohol and caffeine make jet lag worse.

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Video: ‘How to beat jet lag’

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This week’s video describes how to beat jet lag. Watch to find out how.

Try to answer the following questions about the video and come back on Monday for the answers.

Suggested ICAO level for video: 5+

  1. Why does flying from timezone to timezone make us feel bad?
  2. What factors can influence this effect?
  3. What’s the best way to get over jet lag without changing your genes?
  4. What makes jet lag worse?

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How Do You Beat Jet Lag?

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