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  Essential B2-level phrasal verbs for intermediate learners focus on nuance, such as put off (postpone), look up to (admire), bring up (mention/raise), run out of (exhaust supply), and carry out (conduct/execute). These verbs are critical for FCE (First Certificate in English) exams to show range in both speaking and writing.  Here is a categorized list of key B2 phrasal verbs:  Commonly Used Action & Situational Verbs: * Back down: Admit defeat or stop defending an opinion. * Bring up: Mention a topic; raise a child. * Call off: Cancel an event. * Carry out: Perform a task or research. * Come across: Find something by chance. * Cut back (on): Reduce the amount of something. * End up: Finally be in a particular situation. * Get away with: Escape punishment for a crime or action. * Look into: Investigate or research. * Put up with: Tolerate, endure. * Rule out: Eliminate a possibility. * Set up: Arrange or establish something.  *  Relationships & Feeling...

  Present perfect simple and Continuous.  B2- intermediate: Present perfect simple (have/has + past participle) vs. continuous (have/has been + -ing): - *Simple*: Focus on the result.  I've tried sancocho (at some point). - *Continuous*: Focus on the activity or duration. I've been trying new recipes lately. Examples: - I've eaten at that restaurant (before). - I've been eating healthier lately (ongoing). 😊 Let's compare 😊: - *Food*:     - I've tried Dominican chicharrón (present perfect simple – result).     - I've been trying new recipes every weekend.  (present perfect continuous – ongoing). - *Work*:     - I've finished the project (present perfect simple – result).     - I've been working on it for weeks (present perfect continuous – ongoing). Present perfect simple (have/has + past participle): - *Definition*: Used for past actions with a connection to the present. - *Uses*:     - Experience: I've tried sancoc...

  Statives Verbs B2- intermediate:  At B2 level, stative verbs Like: (be, seem,appear, belong), are useful for describing states, emotions, and thoughts. - *Common stative verbs*:  Like Love Hate Want Need know  Believe - *No continuous form*: We don't usually use stative verbs in continuous tenses.  Say "I love mangú" (not "I'm loving"). - *Exceptions*: Some stative verbs can be action verbs too – "I think" (opinion) vs. "I'm thinking" (action). Here are some examples: - I *love* Dominican mangú con los tres golpes. - She *seems* happy with her arroz con pollo. - They *belong* to a foodie group that tries new restaurants. - He *knows* a lot about Arabic cuisine. - We *prefer* sancocho on weekends. There are several types: - *Emotions*: I love/like/hate Italian Food. - *Thoughts*: I believe/think sancocho's the best. - *Senses*: This mangú smells/tastes amazing. - *Possession*: That cookbook belongs to me. - *States*: She's a ...

  Latin traditions are clashing with modernity in many parts of the world, including the DR.  Let's explore how this plays out: - *Family Ties*: Traditional Latin cultures prioritize family, but modernity's bringing changes like smaller families and more independence. - *Festivals & Celebrations*: Carnivals and local fiestas keep traditions alive, but social media's changing how they're experienced and shared. - *Food Culture*: Traditional cuisine's getting a modern twist – think gourmet versions of mangú or sancocho. Food culture in Latin America (like DR) vs. Europe is a fascinating comparison. - *Tradition vs. Innovation*: In DR, food's deeply rooted in tradition (think mangú, sancocho, tostones). Europe's got its own traditions (paella in Spain, pasta in Italy), but there's a bigger focus on innovation and fusion. - *Street Food*: Latin America's got vibrant street food culture (empanadas, chicharrón). Europe's got its own (tapas in Spain...

  The Impact of Technology on Dominican Culture: *Introduction:* Technology has changed how Dominicans communicate, work, and interact with their culture. This essay explores these impacts. *Main Points:* 1. *Communication & Social Media*: Technology has shifted how Dominicans connect, with social media platforms like Instagram and WhatsApp influencing relationships and cultural exchange. 2. *Music & Entertainment*: Digital platforms have boosted Dominican music (e.g., bachata, merengue) globally, while also changing how locals consume media. 3. *Tradition vs. Modernity*: Technology's role in preserving vs. altering traditional customs and values. Let's get that tourism essay structured  . For a B2 level, you'll want to focus on describing places, experiences, and opinions.  Here's a possible outline: I. Introduction:  - Introduce the topic (e.g., a popular tourist destination in DR) - Mention why it's worth visiting II. Main Body - Describe the place (histo...

Will be + ing (Future Continuous) is used to talk about actions that will be in progress at a specific time in the future. Ej: - I'll be studying at 8 pm tomorrow. (Estaré estudiando a las 8 pm mañana.) - They'll be traveling to Punta Cana this time next week. (Estarán viajando a Punta Cana en esta época la próxima semana.) - By this time tomorrow, I'll be relaxing on the beach  🏖️ . - Don't call me at 3 pm, I'll be having a meeting  🕒 . - Next year, they'll be living in Santo Domingo for a year  🇩🇴 . - This time next week, she'll be preparing for her exam  📚 . - I'll be working on my project all weekend, so don't bother me  😅 . At a B2 level, "will be + -ing" refers to the Future Continuous tense, used for actions happening at a specific future time (e.g., I'll be working at 8) or temporary future situations (e.g., I'll be staying with my parents for a month), emphasizing the ongoing nature of the action in the future, often ...