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Saint Agnes was born in Rome in the late 3rd century AD to a noble Christian family. From a young age, she was known for her beauty, kindness, and deep faith in God. Agnes decided to dedicate her life to Christ and vowed to remain pure, refusing to marry despite many suitors seeking her hand. […]

Saint Agatha was born in Sicily, Italy, in the 3rd century. She came from a noble family and was known for her deep faith and devotion to God. Even as a young girl, Agatha decided to dedicate her life to God and remain pure. Because of her beauty, many men wanted to marry her, but […]

A long time ago, in a small village called Nazareth, a young girl named Mary lived a simple and humble life. She was kind, faithful, and loved God with all her heart. One day, something extraordinary happened to her. The Angel Gabriel appeared and told her, “Do not be afraid, Mary. You have found favor […]

A long time ago, in 1491, a boy named Ignatius was born into a noble family in the Basque region of Spain. As a young man, he dreamed of becoming a great soldier and serving his king with honor. He loved adventure, sword fighting, and the excitement of battle. However, his life changed forever during […]

A long time ago, in the Kingdom of Navarre, Spain, a boy named Francis Xavier was born into a noble family. His family was wealthy, and he received a great education. As a young man, he studied at the University of Paris, where he became a brilliant scholar. Francis had big dreams of success, but […]

A long time ago, in the town of Nursia, Italy, there was a young man named Benedict. He was born into a noble family and received a good education. However, he saw that many people around him were living selfishly, and this made him unhappy. He decided to leave his comfortable life and seek peace […]

  A long time ago, in the town of Assisi in Italy, there was a young man named Francis. He was born into a rich family, and his father was a merchant who sold fine clothes. Francis had everything he wanted—beautiful clothes, delicious food, and many friends. He loved parties and enjoyed having fun. But […]

Speaking practice is an essential part of learning English because it helps students develop their ability to communicate effectively. Language is meant to be spoken, and practicing regularly allows learners to express their thoughts, ideas, and emotions in real-life situations. Without speaking practice, students may struggle to use the language fluently, even if they understand […]

Many students spend years learning English but still struggle to speak confidently. Despite understanding grammar and vocabulary, they often hesitate to express their thoughts due to a lack of speaking practice. This can make it difficult for them to communicate fluently in real-life situations. Great Talks provides a structured opportunity for students to practice speaking […]

Be sure of your students’ English language skills As part of the University of Cambridge, we understand the needs of our colleagues in higher education institutions and we can guide you through the challenge of understanding the best English assessment tools to meet your needs. Which exams should I ask for? We have developed a […]