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  At B2 level, the "-ing" form (gerund/present participle) is used extensively for continuous tenses (e.g., I am working), as subjects/objects (Swimming is fun), after certain verbs (enjoy, avoid, finish), after prepositions (used to, look forward to), and in reduced relative clauses (the man sitting there), requiring fluency in recognizing patterns like "verb + -ing," "-ing" as nouns, and complex constructions like "with + -ing".  Key Uses at B2 Level: 1. Continuous Tenses: Forming present, past, future continuous tenses (e.g., She was cooking dinner). 2. Gerunds (Noun Form):     * As Subjects: Reading novels helps improve vocabulary.     * As Objects of Verbs: I enjoy reading.     * After Prepositions: Thanks for helping.     * After Certain Expressions: It's no use crying over spilled milk. 3. Verbs Followed by "-ing": Mastering verbs like admit, avoid, consider, dislike, finish, give up, miss, suggest, etc., that require the -in...

A factual talk is a type of presentation or discussion that provides information about a specific topic, often based on facts, data, and evidence. The goal is to inform or educate the audience about a subject, without expressing personal opinions or biases. *Characteristics of a factual talk:* - Presents information in a neutral tone - Focuses on verifiable facts and data - Often includes statistics, research findings, or expert opinions - Avoids emotional appeals or persuasive language - May include examples, illustrations, or anecdotes to support the information *Examples of factual talks:* - A presentation about the benefits of meditation, citing scientific studies - A lecture on the history of a particular country or culture - A report on the impact of climate change, referencing data and research - A product demonstration, highlighting features and specifications *Purpose of a factual talk:* - To educate or inform the audience about a topic - To raise awareness about an issue or t...

  Verbs with adverbs and prepositions at a B2 level include phrasal verbs (e.g., put up with, break in) and dependent prepositional verbs (e.g., apologize for, agree with, depend on). Phrasal verbs combine a verb with an adverb, a preposition, or both, often creating a new meaning, while dependent prepositions are fixed combinations that are always followed by a specific preposition.  Phrasal verbs  * verb + adverb: throw away * verb + preposition: ask for * verb + adverb + preposition: put up with  Dependent prepositional verbs: * Verb + for:     * apologize for something. Example: "He apologized for being late".     * depend on something. Example: "It depends on the weather".     * wait for. Example: "They are waiting for the bus". * Verb + at:     * arrive at a specific place. Example: "They are arriving at the airport".     * good at something. Example: "She is good at singing". * Verb + in:     * partic...

  Making deductions about the past at the B2 level! Let's explore: *Must have + past participle:* used for deductions about the past that are considered certain. - "She must have forgotten her phone at home." - "They must have taken the wrong turn." *May/Might have + past participle:* used for deductions about the past that are possible but not certain. - "He may have left early to avoid traffic." - "They might have gone to the movies." *Can't have + past participle:* used for deductions about the past that are considered impossible. - "She can't have eaten all that cake by herself!" - "They can't have arrived already; they're not here." *Practice Time!* Can you make deductions about the past using these examples? 1. Your friend is late, and you think they got lost. 2. You see a broken vase, and you think your sister knocked it over. 3. Your colleague is not answering their phone, and you think they're ...

  Let's explore describing scenes, present solutions, and using past participles at the B2 level. *Describing Scenes:* - Use present simple to describe what's happening in a scene. - Use vivid vocabulary to paint a picture. Example: "The sun is setting over the ocean, casting a warm glow over the beach." *Present Solutions:* - Use present simple or present continuous to describe solutions. - Use phrases like "one way to solve this is..." or "a solution is...". Example: "One way to reduce pollution is to use public transport or carpool." *Past Participle:* - Use past participles to describe completed actions. - Use in present perfect, past perfect, or passive voice. Example: "The park has been renovated, and it's now a popular spot for picnics." *Combining Them:* - Describe a scene and use past participles to provide context. - Offer present solutions to problems described in the scene. Example: "The city is crowded, but...

  The use of present and future tenses at a B2 level. *Present Tenses:* 1. _Present Simple_: Used for habits, routines, and facts.  - I usually go to the gym three times a week.  - Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius. 2. _Present Continuous_: Used for actions happening now, temporary actions, or future plans.  - I’m reading a book right now.  - They’re moving to a new house next month. 3. _Present Perfect_: Used for actions that started in the past and continue up to now, or have a connection to the present.  - I’ve lived in Santo Domingo for five years.  - She has just finished her homework. 4. _Present Perfect Continuous_: Used for actions that started in the past and are still happening, emphasizing the duration.  - I’ve been studying English for three years.  - They’ve been traveling around the world for months. *Future Tenses:* 1. _Future Simple (will)_: Used for predictions, spontaneous decisions, or promises.  - I think the weather...