SHE’S DOING RESEARCH TO SOLVE THE CASE

 In this topic, we learn how to talk about doing research, finding facts, and solving a case. When something strange happens, people want to know the truth. Scientists, detectives, and reporters do research to discover what really happened. We use present continuous, modals, and future tenses to describe this process.

Examples:

• She’s doing research to solve the case.

• They are asking many questions.

• We need more facts to understand what happened.

• They will share their results soon.

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🧠 GRAMMAR

1. Present Simple

   • She works at the science center.

   • They ask many questions.

2. Present Continuous

   • She is doing research now.

   • They are investigating the mystery.

3. Past Simple

   • The event happened last night.

   • They didn’t find anything strange.

4. Future (Will / Going to)

   • She will present her research tomorrow.

   • They are going to visit the location.

5. Modal Verbs

   • You should check the facts.

   • We must ask more questions.

   • They can’t solve the case without evidence.

6. Comparatives and Superlatives

   • This theory is more logical.

   • It’s the most interesting mystery.

7. Adverbs and Prepositions

   • She carefully examines the data.

   • They are looking at the facts with attention.

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📚 VOCABULARY (10 Words with Definition)

Word	Definition
Research	Careful study to discover facts
Solve	To find an answer to a problem
Case	A situation that needs investigation
Evidence	Information that helps to prove something
Investigation	The process of finding out what happened
Scientist	A person who studies facts and nature
Data	Facts and numbers collected for study
Report	A written or spoken description of something studied
Discover	To find out something new
Clue	A piece of information that helps solve a mystery

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💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• She’s doing research to solve the case.

• We need more information.

• They are looking for answers.

• There is not enough evidence.

• This is an interesting case.

• They will continue investigating.

• We must find the truth.

• Do you think she can solve it?

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✏️ SENTENCES

Positive:

• She is doing good research.

• They will solve the case soon.

Negative:

• She can’t find the answer yet.

• There isn’t enough evidence now.

Questions:

• Is she doing research now?

• Will they solve the case?

• What are they looking for?

Answers:

• Yes, she is working on it.

• No, they haven’t finished yet.

• They are looking for more clues.

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🗣️ LONG CONVERSATION

Emma: Did you hear about Dr. Lopez?

Noah: No, what happened?

Emma: She’s doing research to solve the mystery of the strange lights.

Noah: That’s interesting! Is she working alone?

Emma: No, she has a team of scientists. They’re collecting data and talking to witnesses.

Noah: What do they think happened?

Emma: They don’t know yet, but they’re going to share their report next week.

Noah: I can’t wait to read it. I hope they find a good explanation.

Emma: Me too! It’s a very exciting case.

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📖 LONG READING

Title: Solving the Case of the Strange Lights

Dr. Lopez is a scientist at the National Observatory. Last month, many people saw strange lights in the sky. Dr. Lopez and her team are doing research to solve the case. They are collecting data, interviewing witnesses, and checking weather reports.

Some people think the lights were drones. Others believe it was something unknown. Dr. Lopez says, “We must look at all the evidence before we decide.”

The team will finish their research soon. They are going to present their results in a public meeting. Many people are excited to learn the truth.

Questions and Answers:

1. Who is doing research?
   → Dr. Lopez and her team.

2. What are they trying to solve?
   → A case about strange lights.

3. What are they doing?
   → Collecting data and interviewing witnesses.

4. What are some people’s theories?
   → Drones or something unknown.

5. What will happen soon?
   → The team will present their results.