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Understanding the Passive Voice

Definition: The passive voice offers a new perspective on an action, focusing on the recipient rather than the performer.

When to Use the Passive Voice

The passive voice is used when:

1. We don’t know the subject (the performer of the action).
2. The subject is not important or obvious.
3. We don’t want to say who performed the action.
4. We want to highlight the object (the recipient of the action).

Structure of the Passive Sentence

The basic structure is: Object + To Be (conjugated) + Past Participle (+ by Agent)

Examples:

• My dog was bitten by another dog.
• James has been sent to Paris.
• Ten cars were stolen yesterday night.

The Agent in Passive Sentences

The Agent is the performer of the action in a passive sentence.

• It is the “real”

Understanding the Passive Voice

Here are some examples of the passive voice in different tenses:

1. In my opinion, a cure for cancer will be found one day.
2. At the moment, the operation is being carried out by the surgeon.
3. Nothing has been done yet.
4. When I switched on the TV, a movie was being shown.
5. Most of the music awards must have been presented by now.
6. We were able to enter because the alarm had been switched off.

Passive Voice in Sentences

Let's look at how active sentences transform into passive ones:

1. Scientists have discovered the gene that causes baldness.

   Passive: A new gene that controls hair growth has been discovered.

2. The band released their new album last weekend.

   Passive: Their new album was released last weekend.

3. Wendy is teaching music to the

Common Phobias

• Arachnophobia: Fear of spiders
• Technophobia: Fear of technology
• Agoraphobia: Fear of open places
• Acrophobia: Fear of heights
• Claustrophobia: Fear of small places
• Hydrophobia: Fear of water

Expressions of Danger

• In grave danger: To be in a serious and dangerous situation.
• In imminent danger: To be at potential risk in a short period of time.
• Fraught with danger: Full of danger.

Types of Looks and Gazes

Peek

A quick and secret look at something you shouldn't be looking at, especially through a small opening.

• Cautious peek
• Curious peek
• Sneaky peek

Glimpse

To look at something for a short period and not completely.

• Brief glimpse
• Tentative glimpse
• Dreamy glimpse

Glare

An angry look.

• Menacing glare
• Furious glare

Peep

• Surreptitious peep
• Furtive peep
• Intent peep

Gaze

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Understanding Blood Pressure Health

What is considered normal blood pressure? A normal blood pressure in an adult is less than 120/80 mmHg.

Name two parts of the body that can be damaged by persistently high blood pressure:

• Blood vessels
• Kidneys, heart, and brain

Approximately how many adults around the age of sixty have high blood pressure? About half of all adults in that age group.

According to the video, what are the usual symptoms of high blood pressure? It typically causes no symptoms at all; therefore, routine screening is the only way to detect it.

What substance should you reduce in your diet? Salt.

Name two recommended lifestyle changes:

• Stop smoking
• Engage in regular exercise

Do people with high blood pressure have to stop drinking alcohol?

Core Healthcare and Treatment Definitions

• Healthcare (Atención Sanitaria)

  The field concerned with the maintenance or restoration of the health of the body or mind, supplying services, equipment, and information related to maintaining and restoring physical and mental health. Synonyms: medical attention.

• Treatment (Tratamiento)

  The use of medicines, surgery, or other methods in curing a person of a disorder. Synonyms: medical care, remedy, therapy, medication.

• Disease (Enfermedad)

  A disorder or illness that usually results from infection, deficient nutrition, or environmental factors, or a disordered/incorrectly functioning organ.

  Note on Usage: Illness is often used for both more severe and more minor medical problems, including those affecting

Hypothyroidism

Hyperthyroidism

Adrenal Insufficiency

Beauty and Wellness Terminology

Aromatherapy

A form of massage that involves specific massage techniques.

Assistant

Someone who helps another person in his or her duties.

Beautician

A professional who provides beauty treatments.

Blood Circulation

The transfer and movement of blood throughout the body.

Blowout

A professional hair drying service.

Budding

Someone who is just starting their career and will probably succeed.

Chat To

To start a conversation with someone.

Clutter

An untidy collection of objects.

Colorist

Someone who professionally colors people's hair.

Conditioning

Liquid or cream applied to the hair to make it smoother and softer.

Deep Tissue Massage

A form of massage that involves putting pressure on muscles.

Effleurage

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Understanding Nature vs. Nurture

Key Definitions

• Nature: What you are when you're born (often associated with genetics).
• Nurture: What you get from life (often associated with environment and experience).

Grammar Practice: Modals and Functions

Expressing Uncertainty and Hesitation

Sentence: I hesitate, I'm not sure which way to go...

Exercise: I hesitate, I'm not sure which way to go...

Modal Verbs: Necessity

Sentence: You need to reach your goal.

Exercise: You need to reach your goal. (necessity)

Modal Verbs: Possibility

Sentence: You could be a doctor.

Exercise: You could be a doctor. (possibility)

Modal Verbs: Probability

Sentence: You might have a stable life with wife and children.

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Arguments for Cloning

Argument 1: Medical Benefits

Cloning offers numerous advantages, including rejuvenation, reversing heart attacks, and treating infertility. It also has applications in plastic, reconstructive, and cosmetic surgery. Furthermore, cloning can help eliminate defective genes and provide other significant benefits by enabling scientists to create or remove new cells.

Argument 2: Stem Cell Applications

Stem cells, which are undifferentiated cells capable of becoming any cell type, are crucial for cloning. They accelerate the process of finding donors for patients. For instance, if a patient requires new skin cells due to severe burns, doctors can clone stem cells to generate the necessary skin cells, greatly aiding recovery.

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