Which phrase best completes this sentence?

Response:

sa

Clarification:

a unit measuring energy in food, specifically the heat required to elevate the temperature of a kilogram or gram of water by one degree Celsius.

2- Derived from the foods and beverages, mostly the nutritional items you consume, if that clarifies. It might also relate to energy, though. Hope this aids you.

3- Your body necessitates calories to maintain heart function and lung activity

4- There are two varieties of calories: a small Cal and a large calorie, commonly referred to as a Kilocalorie.

5- The body utilizes the calories required and keeps the surplus for future requirements.

6- Weight loss can be achieved by adopting healthier eating habits and/or increasing physical activity.

Susana could share her admiration for Diego Velázquez in her blog, perhaps reflecting on his mastery of realism and the emotional depth captured within his works, along with her experiences and impressions from her travels in Spain.

Answer: The correct responses are:

1. es

2. es

3. son

4. es

5. está (note the accent mark at the end; without it, it means "this")

6. está

7. está

8. está

9. estás

10. es

11. eres

12. estar

Explanation: To clarify further, this exercise requires selecting the proper form of the verbs SER and ESTAR, which both mean "TO BE" in English. Many learners of Spanish struggle to distinguish these two verbs. Generally, ESTAR is used when describing a state resulting from a change, either actual or perceived, and to indicate location. For example, in sentence 5: "He is overwhelmed (he has become that way) by his studies," which is why ESTAR is used. Conversely, SER is applied for general descriptions or to identify someone, such as in sentence 11: "Julia, you are a good girl."

Answer:

1. Brief portrayal of myself:[TAG_6]]

I'm Daniel, 27, tall and slender with dark features and a beard. My personality leans toward being cheerful, and I enjoy making others laugh. I have a strong affinity for forming friendships and am always ready to assist those needing support. However, I sometimes find myself being a bit annoying, which is a trait I'm working on changing.

2. Brief portrayal of my parents:

My parents are elderly, with my mother at 60, who is thin, white, has long straight black hair, and is extremely compassionate toward her family. She embodies kindness and is always willing to lend a hand. In contrast, my father, at 66, has dark skin, is bald, and has a sturdy build. Although he has a strong personality, he remains attentive to my siblings and me.

3. Brief portrayal of my best friend:

My best friend, Alejandro, is also 27. He is married to Andreína but they do not yet have children. He is tall, white, and has a fit physique. Currently, he is residing abroad, but our friendship persists. He is very considerate toward me, and we share similar interests.

Explanation:

1. Andrés ha sufrido un cambio. Es lógico. 2. Andrés reside con sus padres. Es lógico. 3. Marta fue la exnovia de Andrés. Es lógico. 4. Eva vive de manera saludable. Es lógico. 5. Andrés está en forma. Es ilógico. Explicación: 1. La frase "Andrés ha cambiado" indica que él ha experimentado un cambio, y por ello la respuesta es "lógico". El texto menciona que "Ya nunca te veo en el gimnasio... pareces un poco deprimido (depressed)... ¿Qué pasó con el Andrés divertido y feliz que conocía?". Esto indica que Andrés no va al gimnasio, está deprimido y no es la persona alegre que solía ser, así que es lógico que haya cambiado. 2. La frase "Andrés vive con sus padres" implica que Andrés está en casa con su familia. Se justifica con una parte donde menciona: "...y mi padre ha estado un mes en el hospital...". Por lo tanto, se comprende que vive con ellos. 3. La frase "Marta es la exnovia de Andrés" confirma que Andrés dice en el texto, cuando Eva pregunta por ella: "Ha roto conmigo". 4. "Eva lleva una vida sana" se traduce a que lleva un estilo de vida equilibrado, ya que afirma que Andrés va a empezar a comer de manera saludable. 5. "Andrés está en buena forma" es considerado ilógico porque en el texto explica que "He comido muy mal en el último mes y he engordado... Me siento débil para hacer ejercicio". Esto muestra que no está en forma.