Lección 71

1- They were reading their paper when the door openend

2- They looked at one another for five minutes before saying good morning
3- We will not be able to afford a holiday abroad
4- The window was half-open adn there was a strong draught
5- He saw the body and asked “Is he dead or asleep?”

Lección 72

1- Before wiping his face, he took off his glasses

2- Everyone was reading except David who was pretending to sleep
3- Remeber, you cannot learn without studying
4- I would like to help you, but unfortunately, I am too busy
5- After reading the report he put it in his brief-case

Lección 73

1- He is the owner of three country-houses and a flat

2- Without asking any questions, he knew the soldier had done the robbery
3- Hundreds and thousands of people bought cars
4- She has never been abroad in her life
5- Because of the rain we will be twenty minutes late

Lección 74

1- Let me offer you a drink

2- Allow me to invite you to dinner
3- I must be off or I will be late. Give my regards to your wife
4- Try to avoid the motorway, there is too much traffic
5- He always lets me take his car if he does not need it.

Lección 75

1- They had to buy a new sideboard

2- Please check your tyres before leaving
3- Although he is small, he is very strong
4- He half-opened the door and looked into the kitchen
5- I hope your cousin is better

Lección 76

1- Would you like some coffee? – I would prefer tea, if you have any
2- I wouldn’t like to be in your place
3- Who would you like to see first?
4- She would buy some if she had some money
5- We wouldn’t like to disturb you

Lección 78

1- I am worried, he should be back now

2- She should not drive so fast; she scares me
3- Cooking is easy, everyone can do it
4- You’ve got enough in your plate already
5- This one should be easy, I have seen it already

Lección 79

1- Have you ever been to winter sports?

2- Yes, my wife and I went for the first time last year
3- Have you seen George? Yes, I saw him on Friday
4- I have just bought a new pair of trousers
5- I have never smoked a lettuce leaf. Is it good?

Lección 80

1- He has not eaten for a week or more

2- I haven’t spoken to him for at least two months
3- They haven’t seen one another for years
4- He got out of the car, went up the steps and went into the building
5- You should leave, it is very late and it is getting dark
Lección 81

1- He would come if you asked him

2- She shouldn’t borrow money from her brother
3- He has four bikes, of which three don’t work!
4- They have been to Scotland twice and to Ireland once
5- They must have left, I can’t see a light in the flat.

Lección 82

1- I want you to tell me the truth

2- Her parents want her to mary a millionaire
3- We want them to enjoy themselves during their stay
4- She wants me to lend her my car, what do you think?
5- I want him to understand, so I will speak slowly

Lección 83

1- I have been waiting for him for an hour and I am beginning to be cold
2- You shouldn’t buy any rice, we don’t need any
3- Weren’t you there when he told us about his journey?
4- I haven’t written to him yet. Do you want me to say Hello?
5- What else do we need? Flour and eggs

Lección 85

1- On the way home, he stopped to buy some wine

2- Afert washing and dressing he left without eating
3- Put the things on the boot, meanwhile I will look for the corkscrew
4- He woke up, saw it was two o’clock, got up and went downstairs
5- She was very upset by the dead of her son

Lección 86

1- I want you both to put away the dishes

2- Before watching a play, you should read the text
3- I’m fed up! Sit in front of the television and keep quiet
4- While you are reading the paper, I’ll doze a little
5- He poured a whisky while they were sitting down

Lección 87

1- We flew to Malaga where we hired a car

2- She couldn’t afford a washing machine last year
3- When I get back, she will be cooking
4- You must listen to me, it’s very important
5- Even if we had the time, we couldn’t afford to go

Lección 88

1- I have been waiting for him since ten and he isn’t here yet
2- He has been sleeping since we left London
3- Yes, but that was before I received my bank-statment
4- Neither you nor she could do it
5- He told me he would show me his armchair. It’s the new model

Lección 89

1- Couldn’t she do better than that?

2- He is in such a good mood that he has invited everybody
3- I didn’t like the first film – No, neither did I
4- You look very tired. Come in and sit down
5- The whole family has gones to the country. There is no one

Lección 90

1- He might work in a bookshop but I’m not sure

2- It might rain, we had better take our umbrellas
3- He tries not to make any mistakes but it’s too difficult for him
4- She was very grateful for his help when she had problems
5- It is so difficult not to laugh; she is so funny
Lección 92

1- Do you want me to introduce you to that girl over there?

2- I’ll take the car if the tube is on strike
3- We expect her to arrive at about twenty past ten
4- He won’t get married. He doesn’t like spending money
5- What time do you want me to come?

Lección 93

1- He stopped talking when his boss came in

2- It’s worth learning a foreign language, it’s very useful
3- She stopped to look at a shop window
4- I feel sorry for you, but I can’t do anything
5- Whose is this cheque-book? It’s my wife’s

Lección 94

1- We are looking forward to going on holiday

2- Studd, the well-know painter used to live here
3- The man whose suitcase was stolen is called Sanders
4- He has been working for this company for three years
5- Where did you put the spare tire? – I don’t remember

Lección 95

1- He has been working there for a month since George resigned

2- If you leave straight away, you will arrive n nine o’clock
3- I can’t understand what he means exactly
4- He doesn’t expect you to write a book – I hope not
5- How long have you been waiting – For an hour

Lección 96

1- The man whose car has been stolen can find it at the police-station
2- You do not have to do military service in England
3- Make sure that the doors are locked before going out
4- Aren’t you going to see that new play?
5- Whose is the responsability?

Lección 97

1- If we gave a party next week who will be able to come?

2- Could you tell me what “weekly contribution” means?
3- Because of the rain, the match has been cancelled
4- Must I pay something for the service?
5- The bottle was covered with dust and had cobwebs around the neck

Lección 99

1- Can you remember where you put my wallet?

2- It seems that I remind him to his grand-son
3- I needed a screwdriver but I had to use a knife
4- He has been using the same pen for almost ten years
5- Have you got the address? If not we can ask somebody

Lección 100

1- Until you can speak English fluently, read some every day
2- Eat as much as you want, there is more
3- You must be very careful in order not to fall
4- I am very pleased with my son’s work
5- He might be wrong, but I don’t think so

Lección 101

1- How about a glass of whisky? – No thank you, I don’t want any

2- Why didn’t you tell me that you played chess?
3- It isn’t worth trying, you would not win
4- Please thank him for his kindness
5- Thank you very much indeed – Not at all
Lección 102

1- She had just finished speaking when the phone rang

2- Don’t worry, I am used to driving on the right
3- He was taking photos for a book he had written
4- I thought he was novelist – Not at all, he’s a photographer
5- That could not have changed anything

Lección 103

1- When you have finished that job, come and help me please
2- The person from whom he borrowed that jacked wants it back
3- Tell him to come in, will you?
4- There are many word which are the same in both languages
5- England is colder than Italy, but the people are calmer

Lección 104

1- She would like to see a specialist, but they charge too much
2- At present, he is working in a bank, but he would like to change
3- That trip would have been too exhausting, that’s why we didn’t go
4- I couldn’t see what was happening, I was too far from the screen
5- His house looks like a castle, he must be very rich

Lección 106

1- You must book in advance in order to avoid waiting

2- Have you got everything you need?
3- I’ve got to finish this novel before he asks me for it
4- Stop! I’ve got more than I need
5- I must go, I’ve got an appointment with the doctor

Lección 107

1- He can no longer afford a “help”, it is too costly

2- Despite the fog the plane arrived on time
3- You’ve got some news. Tell it to me whatever it is
4- He is interested in everything, especially the affairs of others
5- He has had his hair cut; what a difference!

Lección 108

1- Why aren’t you in the army? Military service no longer exists

2- I could have been a joiner, but my father wanted me to study
3- You should start thinking about a carrer, it’s never too late
4- I would become a doctor if I could
5- Both politicians agreed

Lección 109

1- She hates going out now that she is getting blind

2- Everyone was shouting at once and the salesgirl could not do anything
3- There are no more romantic heroes in literature
4- I can’t agree with you, I find the idea stupid
5- Where must I get off the bus? The stop after me

Lección 110

1- I lost my job a little while ago

2- That man’s secretary does all his work for him. Lucky man
3- I don’t know how much he earns – Neither do I
4- At present, she is working at a hospital, but she is going to change jobs
5- He is used to helping people, he’s a guide

Lección 111

1- My radio doesn’t work. What’s wrong with it

2- He is the most polite boy I have ever met
3- I have never been interested in Roman history
4- Although I said him not to do it, he insisted
5- A biro is excellent for writing quickly
Lección 113

1- How are you going to do it? - I will ask for help

2- I hope they won’t alter this building, it’s so beautiful
3- He asked me how you were and I told him I had not seen you
4- First he asked me for three thousand, then two and finally one thousand
5- It is worth so much money that no one will buy it

Lección 114

1- Please do not make a speech; simply thank him

2- I don’t trust him, he always makes bad decisions
3- What do you do in your firm? – I try to make money
4- I make myself understood easily: I speak English
5- He is making a lot of noise. What is he doing?

Lección 115

1- I haven’t got any coffee, you’ll have to make do with tea

2- Whatever I try to do I succeed
3- You must make up your mind; there is no more time
4- Is it always cold in England in winter?
5- What is this made with? – With flour, eggs and butter

Lección 116

1- While David was driving Joan was looking at the countryside

2- I rang him yesterday to say that we would arrive at about eight
3- Have you got everything= - Of course, what could I have forgotten?
4- During the week, he reads for three hours a day
5- Make sure that you have forgotten nothing

Lección 117

1- We ought to go and see my parents, I haven’t seen them for a long time
2- I’m very fond of reading. I buy a novel every month
3- We’ve ran out of petrol but there is a can in the boot
4- You had better check the oil, I don’t want to break down
5- He earns a lot of money but his job is very boring

Lección 118

1- Where have you put my slippers? Over there, behind the armchair
2- The bus stops in front of the museum. Get off there
3- Put your things over there and come into the front room with me
4- What is that thing over there called? – I have no idea
5- Did you have a good trip? – No, I was uncomfortable in the plane

Lección 120

1- A long time ago, people gave presents but nowadays they give money
2- He stood up; shuted the windoes and continued reading
3- It is said that the English are conservative, but I don’t think so
4- There are many customs which may appear strange to foreigners
5- He started by eating the sweet and finished by drinking the soup

Lección 121

1- As long as you are not late, you can come when you like
2- The man was tall, at least six feet four
3- They woke up and were able to kill the thieves
4- Whatever he says, I don’t agree with him
5- In the coming year, we hope to improve our service

Lección 122

1- Without knowing his name, I recognised him because of his clothes

2- Take my case, will you, and show me up to my room
3- I would help you if I could but I am in a hurry
4- You must be Mr Legarde? I’m David Wilson, how do you do?
5- Hundreds and thousands of people take off and land at Heathrow
Lección 123

1- His English is becoming more and more natural. Soon he will be able to speak fluently
2- You have a slight accent, but don’t worry. You will be understood
3- People rarely shake hands in England. It is done once only
4- Read as much as you can. Lecture is extremely important
5- Above all speak as often as possible

Lección 124

1- Although they are colleagues, they hate one another

2- From the top of the tower, you can see the whole of London
3- That green dress suits you
4- Would you mind waiting for five minutes, he’s not back yet
5- I have to make an appointment – Does the twenty-third suit you?

Lección 125

1- If you hadn’t locked the door you would have been burgled
2- There is something missing .What could it be?
3- I’ve only got a five-pound note – I’m sorry, I haven’t got any change
4- What does this world mean? – I don’t know, I have never learned Russian
5- How much would a new stereo a new cost? Far too much for me

Lección 127

1- I often watch the television, but I never listen to the news

2- If the Government is overthrow, we can expect strict policies
3- You must learn to walk before wanting to run
4- If ever you feel lonely, come and see me straight away
5- Making a speech is easy but I wouldn’t like to make one

Lección 128

1- How pretty she looks! And how intelligent she sounds

2- He doesn’t believe in drinking and she doesn’t need to drink
3- Have you seen him recently? Of course, I saw him last Thursday
4- Who is going to look after the house while we are away?
5- What is the difference between a rubber and a robber?

Lección 129

1- I can’t stand that man when he pretends to be an expert

2- I’m always hard up at the end of the month – Me too
3- It’s not difficult but there’s a knack to it
4- Be careful! Don’t put your gloves on inside out
5- You can break what you want, I couldn’t care less

Lección 130

1- We wrote three letters, two of which were to friends

2- On the way home, we gave a lift to a hitch-hiker
3- Do I sound tired? I haven’t slept much recently
4- We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and we look forward to seeing you again
5- His autobiography has nothing to do with the novels he has written

Lección 131

1- After reading your advertisement, I have decided that I want to work with you
2- Everybody started writing, except Joan who looked out of the window
3- I will be free from the thirty-first, our company has gone bankrupt
4- Thank you for replying so promptly to our advertisement
5- Apply for the job, attend the interview, and you’ll get the job

Lección 132

1- You are requested to arrive on time, i.e. 8.30 pm

2- There are numerous decorations, e.g. the Victoria Cross (V.C.)
3- What sort of shirt do you want? Plain or striped?
4- When you have finished drawing the report, come and see me in my office
5- While I was shopping, I came across this old gun
Lección 134

1- After buying some cigarettes and drinking a coffee he got onto the coach
2- Se has got over her illness and has gone to Switzerland
3- Not only does he drink too much but he owns a brewery
4- Eventually, when everyone was on board, the plane took off
5- Never mind, we can take the hovercraft, it’s faster

Lección 135

1- Although he was speaking quickly, I managed to understand him

2- We were both very excited and couldn’t wait to arrive
3- Give the driver the address and let him find it
4- I want you to give me the address of a cheap hotel
5- I’m fed up! Although England is very beautiful, it rains all the time

Lección 136

1- I have no idea what size I take. Perhaps a nine

2- They had no more shoes on the sales, I had to make do with boots
3- We were lucky, we went in straight away
4- We have a bit of a problem; I’ve lost my wallet and my passport
5- You could have paid much more than that up to thirteen pounds

Lección 137

1- He has been walking for an hour in the rain and he feels tired
2- They looked in vain for a telephone box: there wasn’t
3- He sighed when they told him he couldn’t book his seats
4- Londoners are generally calm, but the Londoners I saw were noisy
5- The tube is dear, so take a taxi; it’s not much more

Lección 138

1- She doesn’t like taking the boat in bad weather

2- The day before I left, I was in a very bad mood
3- The journey back is always sadder. Do you agree?
4- You’ve taken the hovercraft! What’s it like?
5- I can’t stand musicals – Neither can I

Lección 139

1- I would be very grateful if you could give some information

2- Did you ask Mum if you could borrow the scissors?
3- What else do we need?
4- I want you to tell me the truth. Where did you put the ladder?
5- He came up to me and asked me for a light

Lección 141

1- You could have told him that the grass needed cutting
2- She wants us to hurry up, she doesn’t like waiting
3- They must have taken it, I can’t find it anywhere
4- If I had thought of it earlier you could have left with us
5- She might have come last night, there was no one at home

Lección 142

1- Despite his advice, we should not buy these shares

2- I always manage to avoid causing an argument
3- Don’t forget to turn off the television before going to bed
4- You should not have asked for the toilet but the bathroom
5- Is it worth taking the lift? There are only two floors

Lección 143

1- Could you tell me the way to the nearest bank?

2- I hope you are both well, I haven’t seen you for a long time
3- Where do you come from? – From Bilbao, we’ve just arrived
4- I have been working hard for a month, but I haven’t found enough information
5- Is this seat taken? - No, sir – May I sit down?
Lección 144

1- If you want to buy it you must make up your mind, there are only five left
2- Think it over and call me when you have taken your decision
3- I didn’t expect you before two o’clock. Did you have a good trip?
4- Did anyone call while I was out?
5- She has been coming to England for four years and she still doesn’t know her size

Lección 145

1- Do we have to pay to go in? No, look: “Admission free”

2- His income is much too low – At least, that was George’s opinion
3- The Management is not responsible for the loss of customers property
4- Make sure that your text doesn’t have any useless words
5- Nothing is allowed. Look : “No smoking”, “Do not lean out of the window”

Lección 146

1- If you went to England you could get by fairly easily

2- By reading the papers and by listening to the radio, you should be able to make progress
3- When you leave don’t forget to keep in touch
4- Let me congratulate you on your success; you have worked well
5- Don’t let this book collect dust; read it from time to time