UNIT 12

LESSON 1
(What made it such a special surprise was that all my friends and family were there.)
(If I was organising a surprise party, I would invite everyone by text message.)
(If we had seen Rebecca walking home in the rain, we would have offered her a lift.)
(What I love about birthdays is watching people open their presents.)
(When I'm tired, I often get grumpy.)
(It's Gabriel's ability to organise so many things at the same time that amazes me.)

If they had seen the damage to their house, (they would have been very upset.)
What amazes me is that women (still earn less money than men.)
I would go to university if I were younger.)
It's the peace and quiet of the countryside (that I love the most.)
When Liam gets up late, (he takes the bus to college.)
What makes this holiday so exciting is (that we go to four different countries.)

Robert (complained) that the flat was too small, too expensive and too far away from his
work.
Sofia (denied) stealing the money and claimed she was completely innocent.
Marcus (told) Samantha he never wanted to speak to her again.
Leon (refused) to pay his share of the restaurant bill, claiming that he had only drunk one
glass of water.
Giovanna (promised) she would be on time to meet me today, but I expect she’ll be late
again.

'I love surprises,' said Tamara.

Tamara said that (she loves surprises).
'What irritates me about cities is the pollution,' said Janice.
Janice said that (what irritates her about cities is the pollution).
'We're organising a surprise party for tomorrow,' said Anna.
Anne said that (they were organising a surprise party for the next day).
'I've never had a surprise present,' said Marilyn.
Marilyn said that (she had never had a surprise present).
'My brother took me to London yesterday as a surprise,' said Luke.
Luke said that (his brother had taken him to London the day before as a surprise).
'If I was braver, I would look for a job in a different country,' said Rob.
Rob said that (if he was braver, he would look for a job in a different country).
I've got a surprise in (store) for Lisa when she gets home.
It was a surprise (victory) for tennis player Jason Lennon, who has been suffering from
injuries all year.
The staff are (in) for a massive surprise when they see their new uniforms.
Everyone agrees that the president's resignation is a surprise (move).
It was a (total) surprise when Jon asked me to marry him. I wasn't expecting it at all.
Tony asked all the guests for a £100 contribution towards the wedding. That was an
(unpleasant) surprise.
Ben: Hi Aisha, did you enjoy your (surprise party) last weekend? Happy birthday, by the
way!
Aisha: Oh, thanks. Yeah, I did enjoy it. I can't believe everyone managed to keep it secret!
It was a (massive surprise)!
Ben: Your parents had been planning it for months!
Aisha: I know! My dad had told me a few days before that I was (in for) a big surprise,
but I had no idea what he was talking about!
Ben: How did your sister get you to leave the house?
Aisha: She told me that she had a birthday surprise (in store) for me, and I had to go out
with
her on Saturday night. She drove me to our local shopping centre, and I was getting
excited
because I was expecting to (get) a big surprise, but then she took me to the cinema.
I was a bit disappointed! I didn't realise what the real plan was.
Ben: So when you got home and opened the front door, was it really a (total) surprise to
see all your friends and family standing there?
Aisha: Yes, it really was. It (came) as a massive surprise. I'm not sure if I would have asked
for a big party like that for my 21st birthday, but I really enjoyed it and I'm glad
everyone came.

The pay rise (came) as a big (surprise) to me.

It was a (nasty) (surprise) when I saw there was no money left in my bank account.
When my mum and dad see how I've redecorated their house, they're going to (get) a real
(surprise).
The soldiers came under a (surprise) (attack) from the enemy.
Look at these flowers Gemma sent me. What a (lovely) (surprise)!
We're throwing a (surprise) (party) for Marge's 50th birthday.

UNIT 12
LESSON 1

If you pay £100, you can ... (own part of the Haybarn Havens project.)
Lizzie Allgood ... (was not planning to start a renovation company.)

Members of the public ... (have been keen to invest in the project.)
Greg Wilkinson thinks that a holiday in a hay barn will be ... (unusual and exciting.)

Within two years, Lizzie will have ... (renovated five hay barns.)
Lizzie's feelings towards the project can be described as ... (optimistic.)

Why might Haybarn Havens be a good investment for those in the city?
(Because they can own a part of the countryside without having to live in the countryside.)
What condition were the hay barns in when Lizzie bought them?. (They needed a lot of
attention.)
What will the barns be used for once they are finished?
(As a place to stay for holidaymakers.)
What does Lizzie need to do to complete the project?
At least six months. (Raise £33,000 more from crowdfunding.)
How can we describe Greg Wilkinson’s attitude?
They needed a lot of attention. (He is adventurous and willing to try new things.)
What will Lizzie do when the project is finished?
(She will have a celebration.)
If you want to stay in a Havens Haybarn, how long will you have to wait?
(At least six months.)

(I started learning English when I was 12.)

(Moving to Singapore for a new job was the best decision I ever made.)
(I had been working as a teacher for 15 years when I decided to change career.)
(I have been to three countries.)
(I'm going to study chemistry at university next year.)
(I live in a small village in the south of Spain.)

All the money (has been raised) by local people. (present perfect passive)
I (was waiting) for a bus when Jane offered me a lift in her car. (past continuous)
I (had) always (wanted) to learn how to ski. (past perfect)
If we had known the car was dangerous, we (wouldn't have used) it. (third conditional)
I (will see) you outside the cinema at 8.00pm. (future with will)
Right now, I (am watching) a TV programme about crime. (present continuous)

Please give me (a chance). I can explain everything!

Every month I give 10% of my money (to charity).
It's not yours! You'll have to give (it back).
We're giving (a party) to celebrate our parents' wedding anniversary.
I find it really hard to stick to a diet because I always give in to (temptation).
As soon as things get difficult or something goes wrong, George gives (up). He never
finishes anything.

I need to answer some text messages. Please give me (back) my phone.

Don't give (up)! I know you wanted to pass the exam, but you can always take it again.
The referee gave the losing team a (penalty) after a dangerous tackle.
Don't make a sound! You'll give yourself (away)!
I really want something sweet. I'd give (anything) for a bar of chocolate right now.
You've got a lot of heavy boxes. Do you need me to give you a (hand) when you move
house?

(l i g h t h o u s e)
(w o o d l a n d)
(h a y b a r n)
(k i s s i n g g a t e)
(w i n d m i l l)
In the UK, you can hire a n (narrowboat) for one or two weeks for a holiday. It's a relaxing
kind of holiday that forces you to slow down. The top speed of one of these r (riverboats) is
about 4mph (6.4kph). Alongside most canals in the UK there is a f (footpath), so you can
also stop your boat for a while and go for walks or bike rides. You can use a map or an app
to plan your route, and there are s (signposts) to help you find your route. At the end of the
day, you can moor your boat in a marina, or simply tie it up alongside a r (riverbank). It's the
perfect holiday if you need some rest and relaxation.

LESSON 3
The favourite dish in the UK is (chicken) tikka masala.
The British attitude towards food has become more (adventurous).
'Paneer' is an Indian (cheese).
On (Sundays), Raj spends time with his family.
Raj started working in a kitchen when he was (14).
The presenter describes Raj's work as a (passion).

The name of the restaurant is Indian (Journey).

The restaurant has won (awards).
British people today enjoy (spicy) food.
The Indian food they eat is (a little hot).
At the weekend, Raj makes time to see his (children).
Raj's interest in cooking began (while he was working for his uncle).

Will: Paula, you run the Share Shop. Can you (tell us how it works)?
Paula: Yes, of course. People bring things to the shop that they are willing to lend. For
example, a bread machine or a
barbecue. We put the items in our shop, then other people come and borrow them.
Will: I (don't get it). Do you mean people can take the things away, and not pay for them?
Paula: Yes, exactly. Think about it. Maybe you want to make some fresh bread for a special
dinner. You need a bread
machine, but you don't want to buy it, because you might only use it once or twice a
year. You can come to our
shop and borrow it for a day, or a weekend.
Will: Are (you saying it's all about lending things)?
Paula: Exactly!
Will: And (that works)? I mean, people don't take the things away and never bring them
back?
Paula: That's happened a couple of times, but in general people are very honest. They're
happy that people in the
neighbourhood have brought their things to the Share Shop. The community feels
stronger as a result.
Will: So (what you are saying is) that in the end they felt there was an
(improved sense of community)?
Paula: Yes, that's right.
Will: Amazing!

A: I can't understand how you can increase prices so dramatically! It's outrageous!
B: Now, hear me (out). There's a good reason for the increase.
C: I offer to cut people's grass in return for guitar lessons.
D: So in other (words), it's a way for neighbours to help each other?
E: You just click on this icon, click on save and decide where you want to save the file.
F: Now you've (lost) me. Could you say that again?
G: I can't stand having too much stuff. Every month, I take a bag of clothes to the charity
shop.
H: What, you just give things (away)?

(Whose birthday did you say we are celebrating?)

(He's considering moving house?)
(Isn't he coming to Melissa's surprise birthday party on Wednesday?)
(He walks his dog along this footpath every day?)
(You think this new Indian dish is not hot enough?)
(I'd like to know if they are still waiting for the bus.)

'I'm thinking of leaving my job.' – 'You're thinking of leaving your job?'

(questioning a statement)
You're late again! Don't you remember what you promised yesterday?
(expressing disappointment)
Do you know what we are expected to do about the sanitary emergency?
(posing a question more politely)
Why haven't you dressed up? Aren't you coming to the party with us?
(expressing surprise)
Who said we didn't need an umbrella because it wouldn't rain at all?
(expressing annoyance)