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JUST
REPHRASING
14.
Patrick
didn’t
understand
you
because
your
explanation
wasn’t
clear
enough.
Rewrite
the
sentences.
Make
the
necessary
If
……………………………………………………………………
changes,
but
the
meaning
has
to
be
the
same.
…………………………………………………………………………
15.
First
we
bought
the
necessary
food.
Then
we
1.
Susan
works
with
Michael.
Her
brother
is
a
cooked
a
fantastic
dinner.
good
friend
of
mine.
Before
………………………………………………………………
Susan,
…………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………
16.
If
Sam
doesn’t
stop
talking
in
class,
he’ll
be
2.
The
doctors
think
that
the
patient
will
survive.
punished.
The
patient
…………………………………………………
Unless
………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………
17.
I
haven’t
emailed
Terry
for
a
long
time.
3.
Nobody
appreciated
Thomas
in
spite
of
his
It’s
……………………………………………………………………
wealth.
18.
You
must
go
home,
Peter.
Although
……………………………………………………
It’s
time
……………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………
19.
We
don’t
have
to
take
the
school
bus.
4.
I
can’t
wear
these
jeans.
They’re
too
old-‐ We
needn’t
………………………………………………………
fashioned.
20.
What’s
the
length
of
the
river
Thames?
These
jeans
…………………………………………………
How
…………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………
21.
Sally
ate
a
lot
of
fast
food
when
she
was
young,
5.
“You
must
obey
your
parents,”
our
teacher
but
she
doesn’t
now.
said.
Sally
…………………………………………………………………
Our
teacher
insisted
……………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………
22.
“Sorry,
Meg,
I
didn’t
find
your
keys.”
6.
There
were
too
many
people
at
the
disco.
Alice
apologised
…………………………………………………
That’s
why
we
left
so
early.
23.
Due
to
the
bad
weather,
we
decided
to
stay
at
We
left
so
early
……………………………………………
home
and
play
cards.
……………………………………………………………………
Since
…………………………………………………………………
7.
The
students
will
never
forget
what
Professor
…………………………………………………………………………
Jones
had
done
for
them.
24.
“Will
you
have
dinner
with
me
tonight,
Louise?
What
…………………………………………………………
John
…………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………
25.
The
company
made
a
huge
loss.
However,
only
a
8.
I
prefer
swimming
to
sunbathing
now.
few
workers
have
lost
their
jobs.
I’d
………………………………………………………………
In
spite
of
…………………………………………………………
9.
You
should
cut
down
on
fatty
food.
…………………………………………………………………………
You’d
…………………………………………………………
26.
You
always
complain
about
doing
the
10.
Why
don’t
we
have
dinner
at
home
just
for
a
housework,
which
is
a
nuisance.
change?
I
wish
………………………………………………………………
How
about
…………………………………………………
27.
It’s
believed
that
banks
are
responsible
for
the
11.
My
parents
made
me
finish
my
homework
global
economic
crisis.
before
going
out.
Banks
………………………………………………………………
I
…………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………
28.
It
was
unfair
of
Paul
to
accuse
me
of
being
12.
You
mustn’t
drink
alcohol
unless
you’re
18.
always
late
for
work.
Drinking
……………………………………………………
Paul
accused
me
………………………………………………
13.
The
boss
gave
Paul
a
lot
of
responsibility.
…………………………………………………………………………
Paul
………………………………………………………
29.
I
hate
working
long
hours.
If
only
………………………………………………………………
30.
“Has
everybody
finished
this
exercise?
The
teacher
………………………………………………………
Fill in the gaps with the correct preposition. Choose from the list
below.
at – in – of – with – from – to – for – into – about – between – on –
after
1. Are you interested _________ poetry? 25. There has been a worldwide increase ____
2. I won’t go out! I’m afraid ________ spiders! the unemployment rate.
3. My handwriting is different _________ my 26. The baby’s reaction _____ the vaccine was
mother’s. extremely alarming.
4. Mrs. Clark is very fond _____ classical music. 27. There are many advantages _____ living in
5. The 7.30 train was crowded ______ people! the countryside.
6. She is very good _______ foreign languages. 28. My opinion differs ______ yours.
7. Sometimes Julia is a bit jealous __ her Mum. 29. There are some differences _____ British
8. I need a change in my life! I’m totally bored English and American English.
______ my life! 30. Were you invited ____ the party?
9. Sara is excited _____ going to Paris. 31. There’s a slight connection ____ her illness
10. Michael is brilliant _____ playing chess. and the food she has been eating.
11. Mum was angry ______ me. 32. It’s so typical ____ him to offer roses!
12. Parents are responsible ____ their children. 33. You don’t need to help me! I’m totally
13. My dress is similar ____ yours. capable _____ doing the job myself!
14. My personality is different ______ yours. 34. Don’t shout _____ me! It was not my fault!
15. Anne was angry ____ not going on holiday. 35. You don’t need to shout ___ me! I can hear
16. Mary is fed up _____ her job. quite well.
17. Thomas is keen _____ playing chess with 36. Sally complained ____ her mother _____
his father. Peter’s behaviour.
18. I am fully aware _____ my duties. 37. I’m looking _____ my purse. I don’t know
19. Men are hopeless _____ ironing! where I left it.
20. Sam is a little short _____ money. 38. I’m looking _____ my two-year-old cousin.
21. Your quick response has prevented me ____ 39. Susie is applying ___ her new job this week.
falling. 40. I’ve just read a book __ teenage depression.
22. That man over there reminds me ____ 41. Take good care ____ yourself!
somebody I know. 42. Would you please translate this ____
23. Alice got married _____ Henry. Portuguese?
24. Sara is used ____ waking up early. 43. Kevin has succeeded ____ his job.
ADJECTIVE Suffix – ITY Meaning
VERB Suffix-ENCE Meaning
Minor
Differ Possible
Insist Difficult
Interfere Moral
Curious
Describing Places:
Types of places: the country, the country-side, outdoors, the seaside, a beauty spot, a tourist spot,
a tourist’s paradise/attraction, the beach, a historic monument , a ruined place, a world famous sight,
the site of battle (sight = view; site = place)
Adjectives for places: remote, imposing, superb, easily accessible, inaccessible, peaceful, interesting,
memorable, awe-inspiring, world-famous, off the beaten track, little/much visited, tourist-ridden,
beautiful, picturesque, isolated, breath-taking, pretty, bustling sleepy, lively, sparsely populated
Describing People:
interesting, shy, diffident, pushing, overbearing , talented, lonely, sociable, likeable, a pest, intelligent,
introvert, extrovert, approachable, unapproachable, businesslike, humble, timid, practical, impractical,
a good mixer, a good conversationalist, anti-social, retiring, a sport, a snob, a bore, a know-all,
difficult, arrogant, shrewd energetic, conceited, modest, brash, self-confident, lazy, ambitious,
easy-going, strict, cunning.
Introduction What are you describing?
Body – 2 paragraphs
Characteristics of the person, object, place or event.
Each paragraph must deal with a different aspect!
Use a lot of adjectives and adverbs in order to make your description lively!
Conclusion What makes this special? (personal impression or opinion)
Composition topics
1. Describe a person who influenced your life
2. Describe your city to your cousin in Australia
3. Describe your vacation with your family – in Israel or abroad
4. Describe your last class trip
5. Describe your birthday party
6. Describe a special gift you got for your birthday.
7. Describe your first day in high school
8. Describe a sport event, a performance, a rock concert you have been to
My father, Jack, is of medium height in his early fifties. Moreover, he is slim and has got short grey hair, but
he is becoming bald. My father’s face is round and friendly-looking. Jack has small blue eyes, which are
very nice, as well as long nose and small ears. He tends to wear casual clothes like jeans and T-shirt.
My father is an incredibly sensitive person, who helps everyone who needs it. Yet this help is disinterested.
Moreover, my father is so generous that he wants to share what he possesses with others. Furthermore, I
could talk with him about my problems because he is trustworthy and he keeps my secrets. What he does not
tolerate is lie. He has always told me that the worst thing is when we don’t tell the truth.
To sum up, Jack is the most important person in my life. Thanks to him my childhood was so good and
pleasant.
Aside from its pristine white-sand beaches and the Chocolate Hills, Bohol's tourism assets also include
centuries-old churches and towers. You can find there magnificent scuba diving havens, majestic falls and
caves and historical landmarks. Yet the primitive and exotic fauna and flora is something you don’t want to
miss.
There are many things you can do there to make your holiday enjoyable. For example, you can take a boat to
bring you to one to these islands where you could buy fresh seafood or eat in a floating restaurant. You can
also take a dive or have a swim in the clear blue sea with the amazing shorelines. In addition, the local
people are very warm and friendly so they will be happy to take you to various interesting places.
In short, if you are looking for the perfect vacation to relax and enjoy yourself, this is the place for you.
The Bungee area was up on a bridge surrounded by trees, big rocks, and hills all over. On the way up to the
bridge I got a little nervous. When I got there, I was so scared my knees were about to give up on me. Then
the owner came out and asked me my age. He weighed me and measured my height too. Afterwards , he
strapped on a huge weight to my ankles. It was so tight I could hardly feel my toes. Then he attached a
gigantic bungee cord to the end. Last but not least, I had to wear a bright yellow helmet to protect my head.
Now it was time to jump. The owner told me to jump when he said “go”. He also gave me some useful
advise on not to look down. As soon as he said that I looked down. What I saw was a big river and sharp
jagged boulders. I closed my eyes and when I opened them the owner started counting.” One, two, three,
go!” I jumped off and my heart felt like it was about to jump out of my chest. Then, I opened my eyes and
everything was upside-down. I bounced up once or twice and that’s it.
Eventually, as soon as I got back to the bridge I knew I had done it. It was the greatest feeling ever. Who
ever thought I was afraid of heights?!
OPENING - Some people love ____, whereas others prefer __. This depends on their age, jobs, hobbies and
Present the general topic how they grew up.
in an impersonal way. - ________ is a controversial topic. Some people say that ___, while others claim that_____.
CLOSING
Add concluding comments
and GIVE YOUR CONNECTORS TO INTRODUCE
PERSONAL OPINION. CONCLUSION
In conclusion / In short / To sum up /
In brief / Lastly / Finally / All things
considered, / On the whole / Taking
everything into account, / As was
previously stated, /
WRITING COMPOSITIONS 2 An opinion composition
When we write an opinion essay, we express our personal opinion on a particular topic. We
want to convince our reader that our view is the best.
OPENING
- In my opinion, __ is one of the most important issues today.
BODY
- I believe / think / feel that ________ - In my opinion / view ___
- It seems / appears to me that _______ - My opinion is that ____
BODY - As far as I am concerned, ______
Support your opinion
with facts, examples and
CONNECTORS TO LIST AND CONNECTORS TO CONNECTORS TO
reasons. Include a new
ADD POINTS INTRODUCE CAUSE INTRODUCE RESULT
idea in each paragraph.
In the first place, / Secondly, Because / Since / As / As a result, …/ Therefore
/Thirdly / In addition to this / Seeing that / Due to / / As a consequence /
Moreover, /Furthermore, / because of /Owing to / Consequently / For this
Besides, / Finally, On account of reason, …/
CONCLUSION
- Therefore, in conclusion, it it clear that this topic is food for thought but I have some
reasons to believe that _______
- In conclusion, the issue of _____ should be regarded as an important topic.
CONCLUSION
STATE YOUR OPINION
AGAIN
Offer a solution or a CONNECTORS TO INTRODUCE CONCLUSION
warning. In conclusion / In short / To sum up / In brief / Lastly / Finally / All things
considered, / On the whole / Taking everything into account, / As was previously
stated, /
Greetings Dear …., Physical Appearance
Hi …, tall / short / average
Introduction Thanks for your letter. thin / slim / well-built,
It was great to hear from overweight /fat
you black / brown / ginger / fair
I´m glad to hear that .. blonde / curly / straight /
I´m just writing to … balding
Sorry I haven´t written in his /her teens /
for so long in his / her fifties /
Thank you so much for .. in his /her early/mid /late
Thanks a lot for .. thirties
I was so sorry to hear that teenaged / middle-aged /
Closing It would be great to hear elderly ……………….
from you Personality
That´s all for now. aggressive / nervous / shy
Must go now! patient / competitive /
Give my regards to … generous /selfish / mean /
Keep in touch. polite / enthusiastic /
Can´t wait to hear from tolerant /easy-going
you rude / careless / frank
Take care. talkative / quick-tempered
Looking forward to kind / sense of humour
hearing from you fascinating / pleasant / funny
Please write soon. sensitive / bossy / ambitious
Regards, considerate / mature /
Best wishes, responsible / honest /
All the best, sensible / possessive /
Bye for now. jealous / imaginative
Love, …………………….