July The Newsletter ofCROSSROADS Language Studio 2003

Hamburgers on the barbeque, parties
on the beach, and fireworks in the sky;celebrating the 4th of July holiday is
an American tradition. Even so, thisholiday commemorates ideas thatseem important to e v e r y o n e,particularly now.
It was on the 4th of July 1776 thatthe Declaration of Independence waswritten. It said Americans wanted tobe free from English rule, and it
contained ideas that would one day be
the foundation for much of the entire
world’s political ideas.
King George III had imposed laws onthe early Americans they did not like.
For example: high taxes, unfair trade
lawsand rules forcing Americans to let
English soldiers stay in American
homes.
As a result, America and Englandfought the revolutionary war from
1776-1783. When it was over,
America was an independent nation.
Perhaps the most famous part of
the Declaration of Independencesays:
We hold these truths to be self-evident,
That all men are created equal, that theya r e endowed by their creator withcertain unalienable rights, that among
these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit ofHappiness.

Do you think these ideas are stillimportant in today’s world?

GLOSSARY (These words are in blue in the story)

Joshua Says: It’s hard to believe another year has come and gone, andso will another teacher! Drew is moving to Thailand next month for new
experiences in teaching (and life!) We wish him a fond farewell. Now wehave to find a new editor for this newsletter!

Junko Says: Never miss the newsletter! We have added our monthly
newsletter to the CROSSROADS website. You’ll find all past issues, andeach new issue. In the newsletter you can learn about our teachers andstudents, play games and improve your English. So, log on tocrossroadsco.com!
Joanna Says: Gosh! It’s been raining cats and dogs recently. It feels
like it’s been raining for months. Although the rain doesn’t bother methat much, I still can’t wait for this season to end, and for the next season
to come gliding in! We’ll all be smiling in the sun again soon!

Drew Says: Goodbye! July 24th is my last day at CROSSROADS. One
year passed quickly! I am leaving Japan to teach English in Bangkok,Thailand. I’ll miss all my students. I will also miss playing drums at thegreat jazz clubs here, and going to Coconut gym for exercise! My best
wishes to everyone. Bye-Bye!
Tamara Says: Don’t you just love it when things change? My work
schedule recently changed and I’m really enjoying all of my new classes
and students. I also changed my hairstyle, and I really like it. Of course,
I can’t wait for the end of this month to come…when the weatherchanges!!
Greg Says: Out with the old, in with the new! Last month I bought all
new furniture for my living room because sometimes a change at home
can be better than a holiday away from home! Well, it did the trick - myapartment (and I) are now completely refreshed and ready for the comingchange of seasons!
Yuka Says: I think that most people don’t like rainy days. Also, rainalways ruins our plans and hair! But I like to walk in the rain sometimes.
Looking at rainy hydrangeas and little snails relaxes me. Just wait awhile though! When the first cicada sings, and the rainy season ends,
we’ll have a hot summer!

Kazuko Ode Says: Last month I went to Kochi. I saw
paintings by Tosio Arimoto at the museum of art and I also
went to Monet’s garden. It was a beautiful trip!

Tohru Shimizu Says: I started web sites for my two hobbies! My
radio controlled helicopters site is at: www.dokidoki.ne.jp/home2/tohrus.
Model trains is at: www.dokidoki.ne.jp/home2/tohrus/marklin.html. Bothare in English!

Etsuko Nakashima (CellFree Sciences) Says: I’m very happy that
Hiroshima prefecture chose my slogan to be used in a campaign to keep the Seto
Inland Sea clean. The English translation is: “The one watching you most intensely
is the Seto Inland Sea.”

Congratulations to:
Yoshi Hisa: Yoshi recently got his first job! He will design car engines at Ryobe
Company in Hiroshima beginning next April
Duncan Powrie begins teaching at
CROSSROADS From August 1st. Duncan isfrom Dorset, England. He has already taught
in China and Obihiro-shi, Japan!

U.K or U.S.?
America began as part of England, but now
there are confusing language differences!
U.K.
U,S,
lift
elevatorflat
apartment
lorry
truck
trousers
pantsbiscuits
cookiesHave fun learning all the differences!!

NET LESSONS: Are you too busy tocome to CROSSROADS for English
lessons? Try our lessons on the internet!
It’s CROSSROADS in your home! You get
CROSSROADS’ great teachers, materials,
even classmates, on-line! Call for details.
NET SITE OF THE MONTH: Have
fun and learn English at the same time!
Visit: www.free-english.com

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