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Studying abroad in a new city or country can be a daunting thing for the student who chooses to study at one of the TALK English Schools in the United States of America.  It doesn’t have to [...]

Idioms are a combination of words that have a figurative meaning owing to its common usage. An idiom’s figurative meaning is separate from the literal meaning. There are thousands of idioms [...]

When you’re studying abroad and going to classes it’s really important that you feel comfortable with what you wear. For TALK’s international students, it is important not to wear something [...]

San Francisco is one of California’s most iconic cities and is home to some of the most famous attractions in the world. For TALK students traveling or studying in this grand city, there [...]

A metaphor compares one thing to another but it does not use the words, and it does not use like or as to compare, as a simile would. A metaphor is a little like written magic.  The word metaphor [...]

When studying abroad, TALK English Schools students may find it hard to make new friends during their study period. Making friends is an important part of the college experience, and sometimes [...]

Atlanta is the capital of the state of Georgia in the USA. This city was first established in 1837 at a two-railroad intersection and has since become a thriving center of different cultures and [...]

Hyperbole is an exaggeration of speech to create emphasis or effect. Hyperbole is the use of exaggeration in speech, in order to create a strong impression, but it is not meant to be taken [...]

For TALK international students who opt for a homestay program, this can be a most rewarding and exciting experience. During your homestay adventure you will be able to enjoy home-made cuisine, [...]

Boston is the largest city and capital in the state of Massachusetts. This city is one of the oldest in the USA, and was the location for many key events in American history including the Boston [...]