File 2A Doctor Doctor! Grammar & Vocabulary

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What is an allergy?

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An allergy is a reaction of the immune system to a substance (allergen) that is usually harmless, causing symptoms like sneezing, itching, or swelling.

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What does it mean to burn yourself?

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To burn yourself means to injure your skin by coming into contact with something hot, causing pain and sometimes blisters.

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What is the Present Perfect Simple tense used for?

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The Present Perfect Simple tense is used to describe actions that happened at an unspecified time in the past and are relevant to the present.

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What is the Present Perfect Continuous tense used for?

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The Present Perfect Continuous tense is used to describe actions that started in the past and are still continuing or have recently stopped, emphasizing the duration.

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What is blood pressure?

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Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of the arteries, which can indicate health conditions if too high or too low.

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What does 'for' indicate in time expressions?

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'For' is used to indicate a duration of time, such as 'for two months'.

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What does 'since' indicate in time expressions?

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'Since' is used to indicate a specific point in time when an action began, such as 'since 2020'.

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What is the difference between 'is' and 'has been'?

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'Is' indicates a current state, while 'has been' indicates a state that started in the past and continues to the present.

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What are common symptoms of an allergy?

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Common symptoms of an allergy include sneezing, itching, hives, and difficulty breathing.

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What should you do if you burn yourself?

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If you burn yourself, you should cool the burn under running water, cover it with a clean cloth, and seek medical attention if necessary.