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  El Alquimista Paulo Coelho   Para J. Alquimista que conoce y utiliza los secretos de la Gran Obra   Yendo ellos por el camino entraron en cierto pueblo. Y una mujer, llamada Marta, los hospedó en su casa. Tenía ella una hermana, llamada María, que se sentó a los pies del Señor y permaneció allí escuchando sus enseñanzas. Marta se agitaba de un lado a otro, ocupada en muchas tareas. Entonces se aproximó a Jesús y le dijo: -¡Señor! ¿No te importa que yo esté sirviendo sola? ¡Ordena a mi hermana que venga a ayudarme! Respondióle el Señor: -¡Marta, Marta! Andas inquieta y te preocupas con muchas cosas. María, en cambio, escogió la mejor parte, y ésta no le será arrebatada. Your browser does not support the audio element.    LUCAS , 10, 38-42 4   For J. Alchemist who knows and uses the secrets of the Great Work   As they went on their way, they entered a certain village. And a woman named Martha welcomed them into her ho...

 Mastering Risk Management Vocabulary: Essential Business English Terms for Professionals In today’s dynamic business landscape, risk management is not just a defensive strategy—it’s a cornerstone of sustainable success. From navigating market volatility to mitigating the fallout of critical events, professionals who master risk management vocabulary can articulate strategies clearly, comply with regulations, and make informed decisions.  Vocabulary - Risk Management 1, this article breaks down key terms to enhance your Business English proficiency and strategic communication. 1. Risk & Risk Management Risk refers to the potential for events or situations to harm a company’s finances, operations, or reputation. Risk management involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating these risks. Example: Investments with high risk often promise higher returns, but require robust risk management frameworks. 2. Critical Event A critical event is any incident—big or small—that could d...

  Master English Faster: Top AI-Powered Tricks and Techniques for Effective Learning In today’s tech-driven world, artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how we learn languages. For English learners, AI tools offer personalized, interactive, and accessible ways to improve skills quickly. Whether you’re a beginner or aiming for fluency, here’s how to leverage AI to supercharge your English learning journey.   1. Practice Daily Conversations with AI Chatbots Tool Examples:  ChatGPT, Replika, Mondly Struggling with speaking? AI chatbots simulate real-life conversations, letting you practice anytime. How to Use: Ask open-ended questions (e.g., “What’s your opinion on climate change?”). Role-play scenarios like job interviews or ordering food. Request corrections for grammar or vocabulary. Pro Tip:  Use voice-to-text features to practice pronunciation and fluency.   2. Perfect Pronunciation with Speech ...

 Mastering Conditionals : How to Use If, Will, Would, and Were Like a Pro Conditional sentences are the backbone of expressing possibilities, hypothetical scenarios, and consequences in English. Whether you’re dreaming about winning the lottery, planning for tomorrow’s meeting, or giving advice, mastering conditionals is essential. In this lesson, we’ll break down the first and second conditionals, focusing on if, will, would, and the unique role of were. Let’s dive in! Part 1: Real Possibilities (First Conditional) The first conditional describes real or likely situations in the future. It’s structured as: If + present simple, will + base verb. Examples: If it rains tomorrow, I will stay home. If she studies hard, she will pass the exam. Usage: Use this for actionable plans, predictions, or cause-and-effect relationships that are probable. Part 2: Imaginary Scenarios (Second Conditional) The second conditional explores unreal, imaginary, or unlikely situations in the present or fu...

  English Lesson: Past Perfect Continuous Tense & Exercises Introduction: The past perfect continuous tense, also known as the past perfect progressive tense, is used to express an ongoing action that started in the past, continued for some time, and was still in progress at a certain point in the past. In this lesson, we will explore the structure, usage, and examples of the past perfect continuous tense. 1. Structure: The past perfect continuous tense is formed using the following structure: Positive Form: Subject + had been + Verb-ing (present participle form) + Object Negative Form: Subject + had not been + Verb-ing (present participle form) + Object Question Form: Had + Subject + been + Verb-ing (present participle form) + Object? 2. Usage: The past perfect continuous tense is used to: Emphasize the duration of an action that had been happening before another action or event in the past. Describe an action that started in the past and continued up to a certain point in the...

  English Lesson: Adverbs and Adverbial Phrases & Exercises  Introduction: In English grammar, adverbs play a crucial role in providing more information about verbs, adjectives, other adverbs, or even entire sentences. Additionally, adverbial phrases also enhance the quality of writing by offering more details about the manner, place, time, frequency, or degree of an action. Let's delve into a comprehensive lesson on adverbs and adverbial phrases. 1. Adverbs: Adverbs are words that modify or describe verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs in a sentence. They answer questions such as how, when, where, why, and to what extent an action is performed. Examples of adverbs include  quickly ,  carefully ,  happily ,  very , and  always . Types of Adverbs: Adverbs of Manner:  These adverbs describe how an action is performed. E.g.,  She sings beautifully . Adverbs of Place:  These adverbs indicate where an action takes place. E.g.,  The c...