curriculum/challenges/english/blocks/learn-conversation-starters-in-the-break-room/657dcdb62814646de1b051c0.md
The phrase there is is used to state the existence of something in a certain place. For example:
There is a problem in the code. – A problem exists with the code.
Maria uses this structure to inform Tom about the location of the bank.
What does Maria say is just a few blocks away?
A shopping mall
Tom didn't ask about a shopping mall; he asked about a place to get money.
A park
Maria mentioned this place as a response to a question about an ATM, not a park.
A gym
This location is typically related to ATMs and financial services, not a gym.
A bank
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