BUSY DAYS Paula: What's that?

3. Listen and repeat, then close your books and try to remember as John: A cameraman for the local TV channel.
many sentences as possible. Paula: Is that something you' d like to do?
Is the job still available? John: Well, why not? It sounds exciting ...
Are you fully qualified? Paula: Hmm, I bet it's hard work, too.
Have you got experience at all levels? John: They want someone with a degree and good technical skills.
Here's a job for me! Paula: I expect there's more to it than that!
I bet it's hard work . John: What do you think? Shall I apply?
Shall I apply? Paula: Why not? It can't hurt to try!
It can't hurt to try! John: OK, I will. Wish me luck!
You are so luck y! Dialogue C.
That's a really fun job! Jason: Hello, Anne. Is that your dog?
4. Listen and match the people to the jobs they do or want to do. Anne: No. I'm just looking after him while his owners are away. It's my new
Dialogue 1 Steve A pet sitter job.
Dialogue 2 John B cameraman Jason: Your job?
Dialogue 3 Anne C ski instructor Anne: Yeah. I'm a pet sitter.
5. Read the dialogues A-C and mark sentences 1-5 T (true) or F (false). Jason: You are so lucky! That sounds like a really fun job!
1. Steve is lookin g for a new job. Anne: I know! It's perfect for me, because I love animals.
2. Steve usually instructs very good ski ers. Jason: Listen, Anne. I 'm going on holiday next week. Can you look after my
3. John probably has a university degree. pet python?
4. John isn't interested in this job . Anne: Erm ... I hate to turn work down, but I don't have much experience
5. Anne is going to accept the job offered by Jason. with reptiles. Sorry, Jason!
Dialogue A. 6. a) Read the dialogues again and explain the words in bold, then make
Steve: Hello. I'm calling about the position of ski instructor. sentences using them.
Laura: Oh good. What' s your name, please? b) In pairs, read out the dialogues.
Steve: It's Steve. Steve Philips. Is the job still available?
Laura: Oh yes. Are you fully qualified, Steve?
Steve: Yes. I got my instructor's licence two years ago.
Laura: I see. And have you got experience at all levels?
Steve: Well, I usually work with absolute beginners.
Laura: That' s fine. Would you be able to come for an interview on Tuesday
morning? Say, around 10 o'clock?
Steve: Of course.
Laura: Great. Just ask for Laura. See you then.
Steve: Thanks. Bye.
Dialogue B.
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 WHAT A STORY! Policeman: Can you tell me how the accident happened, sir?
4. Listen and repeat, then close your books and try to remember as Witness: Yes, I saw the whole thing. The blue car was heading this way
many sentences as possible. down the road when the cyclist pulled out of that side road right in front of it.
Oh, my goodness! Policeman: Was the car speeding?
That's terrible! Witness: No, but the driver had to act quickly to avoid hitting the cyclist. He
Well, that's a relief. swerved over to the other side of the road and into the path of an oncoming
What caused it? bus.
Thank you for your cooperation. Policeman: I see. What happened next?
Was anyone hurt? Witness: He swerved again, but he lost control of the vehicle. There was a
Well, it's all over now. loud screeching noise as he
Just in time. slammed on his brakes and then he crashed into that tree.
Thankfully, no. Policeman: Right. I don't think there' ll be anything more at this point. I just
5. Listen and complete. need to take your full name and address for the record.
1.The plane crashed while . Witness: Okay. It's Tony Brown, 16 Bullpark Lane, Clevedon.
2.The blue car was heading this way down the road when ... Policeman: That will be all for now, sir. Thank you for your cooperation.
3. I was waiting in the queue lo pay for my groceries when .. . Witness: You' re welcome.
6. a) Read the dialogues and mark the sentences Yes or No, then explain Dialogue C.
the words in bold. John: What's wrong? You look awful.
1.Fifty people were aboard the plane. Sarah: I just witnessed a robbery.
2.The witnesssaw the accident happen. John: Really? What happened?
3.The driver could avoid hitting the cyclist. Sarah: Well, I was waiting in the queue to pay for my groceries when I saw
4.The car crashed into a bus. the man in front of me pull out a gun.
5.The robber was caught by the police. John : Oh no!
6.Sarah was calm when she met Jane. Sarah: Yes. He started waving the gun around and shouting at the cashier to
Dialogue A. hand over the money. While the cashier was giving him the money, he
Jenny: Quick, Steve! Come and listen to this news report on the radio. pressed the alarm button. The robber fired the gun and then ran away.
Steve: What is it? What happened? John: Was anyone hurt?
Jenny: A plane crashed while it was coming in to land at Heathrow. Sarah: Thankfully, no, and the police arrived just in time to arrest the robber.
Steve: Oh my goodness! That' s terrible! When did it happen? John: What a frightening experience!
Jenny: Just now! Sarah: Oh, tell me about it. I'm still shaking.
Steve: Were there many people on board? John: Well, it ' s all over now. Sit down and I'll make you a nice cup of tea.
Jenny: About a hundred and fifty, I think. A lot of them are in hospital now, b) Read out the dialogues in pairs.
but the fire brigade got everyone out. c) Read the dialogues again and write down the words/ phrases which
Steve : Well, that's a relief. What caused it? describe each incident.
Jenny: Ssh... Let' s listen. They're telling us now.
Radio: For listeners just tuning in, a Boeing 727 ... (fade)
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 ON THE MOVE Leo: It is a bit. Sometimes I hitchhike. That way, I get the chance to have a
3. Listen and repeat, then close your books and try to remember as rest.
many sentences as possible. Jerry: Oh. Would you like a lift, then?
How long have you been in Ireland? Leo: I thought you'd never ask!
I've never been there myself. Dialogue B.
Would you like a lift, then? Lyn: Hello. Bradford Road Rescue. Can I help you?
I thought you'd never ask. Tom: My name's Tom Barker. I called your breakdown service over an hour
They must have got stuck in the traffic. ago and no one's turned up yet.
Have you got any idea how long they’ll be? Lyn: I'm sorry. They must have got stuck in traffic.
Here they are. Tom: Have you got any idea how long they'll be?
What’s going on? Lyn: They should be with you shortly.
Have you missed your flight? Tom: They've definitely set off then?
4. Listen and choose the correct topic for each dialogue. Lyn: Oh, yes. Don't worry. Just stay with your vehicle and someone will be
Dialogue A with you soon.
a hiking holiday b coach holiday Tom: OK. Is there anything else I need to do?
Dialogue B Lyn: Just turn on your hazard lights and put your warning triangle on the
a car occident b breakdown road, please.
Dialogue C Tom: I've already done that. Oh, wait! I think I can see the truck now. Yes,
a missed flight b cancelled flight here they are! Thank you. Bye.
5. a) Read the dialogues (A-C) and answer the questions (1-4). Write L Dialogue C.
(for Leo), T(for Tom) or E (for Eric). Eric: Hello, Paula. It' s Eric.
Who… Paula: What's going on? Are you in Brussels already?
1. has been travelling for four weeks? Eric: No, I'm still in New York, stuck at the airport.
2. has been wailing for sth for some time? Paula: Oh no. Have you missed your flight?
3. has missed sth? Eric: Yes and I ' ve been waiting for two hours for the next one, but there
4. has been having a nice time? haven't been any announcements yet.
Dialogue A. Paula: I see. Well, why don't you check the departure times on the
Jerry: So, how long have you been in Ireland, Leo? screens?
Leo: I've been here for almost a month, now. There's so much to see. Eric: I' ve done that, but it doesn't say it 's been delayed or anything.
Jerry: You're right, there. It would take you years to see everything. Have Paula: Why don't you ask if there is an alternative route via Paris or get on
you been to Galway, yet? the waiting list for another flight?
Leo: Yes. It's a fantastic place. I'm on my way to Cork, now. I hear it's great Eric: Good idea. I'll do that. Thanks.
there, too. b) Find synonyms for the highlighted words in your dictionary.
Jerry: That's what they say. I've never been there myself and I've lived in c) Explain the words in bold. Choose any five to make sentences.
Ireland all my life. d) Read the dialogues aloud.
Leo: Perhaps you should take a month off and do some travelling as well.
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 Amy: That' s great! What did you do there?
OUT AND ABOUT Kate: I visited the museums and did some shopping. The antique shops in
3. Listen and repeat then close yourbooks and try to remember as many The Shambles are fantastic.
possible. Amy: Sounds great!
How's that? Kate: Yes, except when I got there I realised I had forgotten to take my
Sounds great! camera, so I don't have any photos to
Never mind. show you.
You'll never guess. Amy: Never mind. You' ll just have to go again, won't you?
Go on then, tell me! Dialogue B.
You' re joking ! Mike: Louise, is that a postcard from Paula'?
There's only one problem with that. Louise: Yes, and listen to this. You'll never guess what happened while she
I haven't seen you for ages. was on holiday in New York.
You lucky thing. Mike: Go on then, tell me!
What was it like? Louise: She had just sat down at a cafe when she noticed Julia Roberts was
No, in the least. sitting at the next table.
4. Listen and write who said each of the sentences below: Kate, Tony or Mike: You’re joking!
Louise? Louise: No, it is true. She got her autograph and took a picture of her.
1 " She had just sat down at a cafe when she noticed Julia Roberts was Mike: Perhaps we should go to New York and take some photos of famous
sitting al the next table." people too.
2 "When I got there I realised I had forgotten to take my camera ." Louise: Hmm. There1s only one probiem with that.
3 "The airline had left my luggage in London, so it didn't turn up until three Mike: What do you mean?
days after I had arrived there." Louise: The tickets are far too expensive!
5. a) Read the dialogues A-C and answer the questions, then explain the Dialogue C.
words in bold. Pat: Hello, Tony! I haven't seen you for ages!
1.Who forgot to take something on holiday? Tony: Hi, Pat. Yes, I've been away. I' ve been on a trip to China.
2.Who liked the people he met? Pat: China? You lucky thing! What was it like?
3.Who met someone famous while on holiday? Tony: Well, all the cities I visited were very crowded, but the people were
4.What was Tony's problem ? really friendly.
b) Find synonyms for the highlighted words. Pat: So, did you have a great time?
Dialogue A. Tony: Oh, yes. It's the most amazing place I've ever been to. The only
Amy: Kate! You’re back! Did you have a good time? problem was the airline had left my luggage in London, so it didn't turn up
Kate: Yes, thanks. York is so beautiful! until three days after I had arrived there. I had to buy some clothes and a few
Amy: Were you able to relax, then? other things.
Kate: Oh, definitely. It 's much quieter and cleaner than London. Pat: Oh dear. It didn't spoil your trip, did it?
Amy: How's that? Tony: Not in the least.
Kate: Well, far one thing, cars aren't allowed in the city centre during the c) In pairs, read out the dialogues.
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 Waiter: And for you, sir?
Tom: I’ll have the steak, please.
TASTY TREATS Waiter: How would you like it cooked?
3. Listen and repeat. Then close your books and try to remember as Tom: Medium rare. No, on second thoughts, I think I’d rather have it well
many sentences as possible. done.
Are you ready to order? Waiter: Right. Thank you.
I’ll have the steak, please. Dialogue B.
How would you like it cooked? Brian: Mmm! Something smells good! What’s cooking, Lauren?
Medium rare. Lauren: I’m cooking a special meal for Tom’s bithday.
That’s nice of you. Brian: That’s nice of you. What’s on the menu?
What’s on the menu? Lauren: I’m making fish and roast potatoes.
Got any ideeas? Brian: Sounds delicious. What’s for dessert?
You can’t go wrong with that! Lauren: I’m going to make a chocolate cake. It’s his favourite.
Leave it to me. Brian: Yum!... What’s that smell, Lauren?
I’ve got thet covered. Lauren: Oh, no, the fish is burning! Turn the cooker off, quick!
4. Listen and match the dialogues to the topics. Dialogue C.
Dialogue A deciding on a menu Ron: So, Joyce. Are we all set for the dinner party on Saturday, then?
Dialogue B choosing from a menu Joyce: Not quite. I haven’t decided on the menu yet. It’s difficult to choose
Dialogue C cooking disaster dishes that everyone will like. Got any ideeas?
5. a) Read the dialogues and answer the questions, then explain the Ron: What about prawn cocktail for starters? Most people like that.
words in bold. Joyce: Yes, but Gordon’s allergic to prawns.
1 Why doesn’t Martha want the steak? Ron: Oh dear. Well how about a nice vegetable soup? You can’t go wrong
2 Why has Lauren decided on a chocolate cake? with that!
3. Why is Lauren in a panic? Joyce: Right, and the main course is a problem.
4. What is Joyce’s problem? Ron: Well, most people like chicken, don’t they?
5. Why can’t Joyce serve chicken for the main course? Joyce: Yes, except Sarah is a vegetarian.
Dialogue A. Ron: Does she like pasta? I could make vegetable lasagne with a rich cheese
Waiter: Are you ready to order? sauce.
Martha: I’m not sure. Can you tell me what today’s specials are, please? Joyce: That would be great. Are you sure you can manage that?
Waiter: Certain, madam. Today we have salmon bake cooked in a creamy Ron: Leave it to me. Now, what about dessert?
mushroom sauce with flaked almonds on top. Joyce: I’ve got thet covered. I’m making my special cherry cheesecake.
Martha: Ooh, that sounds lovely! Ron: Great! I can’t wait!
Waiter: Then there’s sirloin steak with a spicy tomato and pepper sauce. b) Now, in pairs, read out the dialogues.
Martha: Oh, I’m afraid I can’t eat anything spicy.
Waiter: Well, we also have roast lamb served with a honey and mustard
saauce.
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 Chloe: How was the concert last night, Angela?
Angela: Well, the music was great. I' ve never heard Vivaldi played so well.
ALL WORK AND NO PLAY The orchestra really was fantastic.
3. Listen and repeat. Then close your books and try to remember as Chloe: I'm glad you liked it, although I don't really enjoy classical music
many sentences as possible. myself. I think it's rather boring.
Calm down. Angela: So did the people who sat behind me last night! They chatted
I won't be long. constantly throughout the performance.
Do you think it's going to be hot? Chloe: Oh no! What did you do?
Just give me two seconds. Angela: Well, I couldn't really do anything without making it worse. So I just
I’ll have to leave without you. turned around a couple of times and glared at them.
Did that make any difference? Chloe: Did that make any difference?
What am I going to do? Angela: No, they just continued talking regardless. People like that shouldn't
You're in luck, sir. be allowed to go to concerts.
4. Listen and match the dialogues to how the speakers feel. Dialogue C.
Ted relieved Operator: Hello , Central Booking Office. Can I help you?
Angela anxious Thomas: Yes. I'd like to book two tickets for the Savage Garden concert on
Thomas annoyed Saturday.
5. a) Read the dialogues and answer the questions. Then explain the Operator: I'm sorry, sir. I'm afraid that Saturday's concert is sold out.
phrases in bold. Thomas: Oh, no ! What am I going to do? I promised my brother we'd go. I
1.Why can't Ted be late? have to get hold of some tickets.
2.What is Beth's problem? Operator: Well, you're in luck, sir. Due to popular demand, there' s going to
3.Did Angelo like the concert? be a second concert on Sunday.
4.What happened during performance? Thomas: That' s great! You're a lifesaver! Can I book two tickets for Sunday,
5.What does Chloe think of classical music? then?
6.Why is there going to be a second rock concert? Operator: Certainly, sir. Could I have your name, please?
Dialogue A. Thomas: It's Thomas Martin.
Ted: Come on! If you don't hurry up, the match will start before we get Operator: Right then , Mr Martin. Now, the tickets have to be paid for and
there. You know that I have to be there in time for the kickoff. picked up fr om the ticket office 24 hours in advance.
Beth: Calm down, Ted! I won't be long. I just can't decide what to wear. Do Thomas: That' s fine.
you think it's going to be hot? b) In pairs, read out the dialogues.
Ted: Wear whatever you want - just hurry up!
Beth: OK, here I am. What do you think?
Ted: You can't wear that ! We're going to a football match!
Beth: OK, I'll change. Just give me two seconds.
Ted: Hurry up! If you're not ready in ten minutes, I'll have to leave without
you. You know I can't be late. I am the referee, after all!
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 Tim: You're right. There's a lot of wildlife in those woods that will be
NATURE’S WARNING destroyed if that road gets built.
3. Listen and repeat, then close your books and try to remember as Lynn: Shall we join the campaign?
many sentences as possible. Tim: Yeah. Why not? But I'm not living in a tree, you know!
Have you seen today's paper? Dialogue B.
Is he in some sort of trouble? Andrea: Did you hear the warning on the radio this morning?
I see. Trevor: No. What warning?
Shall we join the campaign? Andrea: Apparently the air quality today will not meet recommended
I'm not redlly surprised. levels.
This is a waste of time. Trevor: What does that mean?
It's a total mess. Andrea: It means that the air over the city is not moving at all. It's just like a
Let's go home. thick cloud of polluted gas all around us.
4. Listen to the dialogues and match them to the problems. Can you Trevor: That sounds horrible!
remember any words related to the theme? Andrea: It is! Doctors recommend that the elderly and everyone with
Air pollution breathing difficulties should stay inside all day today.
Water pollution Trevor: Oh dear! It sounds like we'll all have breathing difficulties soon if the
Deforestation air quality doesn't improve.
5. a) Read the dialogues (A-C) and answer the questions, then explain Dialogue C.
the words in bold. Dave: Oh, this is a waste of time! We've been fishing all morning and we
1. What is an eco-warrior? haven't caught a thing.
2. Why shouldn't the road be built? Sam: Well, I'm not really surprised. I mean, look at this lake. It 's a total
3. What does it mean when air quality does not meet commended mess. The only thing you're likely to catch in this water is a disease.
levels? Dave: I just don't understand how it got so dirty.
4. Who needs to be careful when tere is a lot of air polution? Sam: Well, I suppose the local factories have been pumping their industrial
5. How has the lake been polluted? waste into it.
Dialogue A. Dave: I hate that. Look! Someone has been dumping rubbish! What sort of
Lynn: Hey Tim! Have you seen today's paper? person would do that in such a beautiful spot?
Tim: No, not yet. Why? Sam: Well, I wouldn't, but a lot of people simply don't care about the
Lynn: That boy from next door is on the front page. environment.
Tim: Oh dear. Is he in some sort of trouble? Dave: Oh, wait! I've caught something!
Lynn: It seems he's organised a campaign against the new road. Sam: What is it? Let me see! Great - we can have fish for dinner.
Tim: Oh yes. I remember something being said on the news about that. Dave: Huh! it's an old boot. Oh, I'm fed up with this. Let's go home.
Lynn: Well, anyway, he and his supporters are living in the trees there to Sam: I agree.
stop the developers cutting them down. b) In pairs, read out the dialogues.
Tim: I see. Is he some sort of eco-warrior then?
Lynn: I suppose so. He's trying to protect the environment and stop another
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 Mike: Not really.
Doctor: Now you'll have to wear the cast for six weeks. So, come back and
see me then and I'll take it off. Call the surgery for an appointment.
ONE GOOD TURN DESERVES ANOTHER Mike: Oh, the nurse said that I might not be able to go swimming. Is that
3. Listen and repeat then close your books and try to remember as many true?
sentences as possible. Doctor: I'm afraid she's right. You definitely need to keep that cast dry.
No , I guess not. Mike: All right. I guess I'll be out of action for a while, then.
It's almost finished. Dialogue B.
That didn't hurt, did it? Kate: Oh no! Look at the queue, Brad! I told you we should have got here
Call the surgery for an appointment. earlier.
I'm afraid she's right. Brad: What? When did you say that?
I guess I'll be out of action for a while. Kate: Last night! Remember when we were packing? I said that we had to be
You never pay attention to me! at the airport two hours before our flight and yo u said that we didn't need to
There's nothing we can do about it. worry.
We won't argue about it. Brad: No, you said that we had to le ave the ho4se two hours before the
I'm only joking ! flight.
Good for her. Kate: I did not! Oh, you never pay attention to me!
It sounds like a great experience! Brad: Well, there 's nothing we can do about it now, Kate. We' ll just have to
4. Listen and match the people to how they feel. wait our turn like everyone else.
Mike satisfied Kate: Alright. We won't argue about it. We're here now and that's the main
Kate & Brad disappointed thing.
Fiona frustrared Brad: Right. Have you got the tickets?
5. a) Read the dialogues (A-C) and mark the statements C (correct) or / Kate: No! You told me you had put them in your bag!
(incorrect). Brad: I'm only joking! Relax!
1.Mike does water sports. Dialogue C.
2.Mike has to wear a cast for a month. Helen: Guess who I got a letter from? Fiona!
3.Kate and Brad have missed their flight. David: Oh, really? Is she still in the Sudan?
4.Kate left the tickets at home. Helen: That 's right, at a refugee camp. She said she was really enjoying it,
5.Fiona is doing voluntary work. but that it was hard work.
6.Fiona has been in Africa for two years. David: I'm not surprised. I don't think I could be a relief worker. Doesn't she
Dialogue A. find it depressing?
Doctor: What happened here, then, Mike? The nurse said that you slipped Helen: Well, no, she said that she couldn't imagine doing anything better.
over. David: Good for her. How long is she going to stay there?
Mike: That's right, at the swimming pool. I' m on the water polo team. Helen: I'm not sure. When she applied for the job, she said she signed a two-
Doctor: You know you shouldn't run on slippery surfaces. year contract.
Mike: Mm. No, I guess not. David: And how long has she been there?
Doctor: OK now. It's almost finished. That didn't hurt, did it?

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Helen: About nine months, I think. The organisation she works for said that Dialogue A.
she would move to another location for the second year. Skier 1: This is more difficult than I thought it would be.
David: It sounds like a great experience! Skier 2: I know what you mean. There are too many things to remember.
b) In pairs, read out the dialogues, then explain the words in bold. Skier 1: I know. Skis together, heels apart, poles in front ... I'm sure I'll fall
flat on my face as soon as we set off.
Skier 2: Oh well, I wouldn't worry. The snow doesn't look too hard, so at
A HEALTHY MIND IN A HEALTHY BODY least we'll have a soft landing.
3. Listen and repeat, then close your books and try to remember as Skier 1: You're right. I just hope I can remember enough of the instructor's
many sentences as possible. tips to stay upright.
I wouldn't worry. Skier 2: Well, the instructor told us to bend our knees, so that's what I'm
Look out! going to do.
We're fighting a losing battle. Skier 1: Yes, but I think that makes you go faster. Look out!
Spread out! Skier 2: Aaagh!
That's the spirit ! Dialogue B.
That'll be a first! Coach: Now, come on, lads! We can win this match if you just concentrate!
So will winning a race. Player 1: We're trying Coach, but we're fighting a losing battle.
4. Listen to the dialogues and circle the correct words. Player 2: Yeah, Greenmont High are much better than us.
1.The snow is rather soft / hard. Coach: Rubb i sh! You' re good enough to beat them. Work as a team!
2.Bending your knees makes you ski faster/ slower. Spread out! Pass the ball around the court!
3.The coach wants the team to fight / concentrate. Player 2: We'll try Coach!Come on guys! It' s not too late to even the score.
4.The coach wants them to win/ lose the match. Player 1: That's the spirit! Coach told us to work as a team so let' s show him
5.The cox wants the girls to keep up the race / pace. what team work is!
5. a) Read the dialogues and circle the correct answer, then explain the Dialogue C.
words in bold. Cox: Come on! Can't you row any faster?
1. How do you think Skier l feels? Rower 1: We' re rowing as fast as we can.
A confident Cox: I know you're all tired but keep up the pace. A few more strokes and
B unsure we'll be at the finish line. Then you can all have a nice hot shower and I
C scared might let you go home early.
2. What do the players think of Greenmont High? Rower 2: That'll be a first!
A They can't play as well as them. Cox: So will winning a race! Come on! Just, a few more sessions like this
B They are as good as them. and you'll be ready to compete with the best - so put your backs into it, girls.
C They are better players than them. Rower 3: Yes, let's do it!
3. What is the rowing team doing? c) Take roles and recd out the dialogues.
A Losing a race.
B Practising for a race.
C Winning a race.
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OUR CHANGING WORLD
3. Listen and repeat, then close your books and try to remember as
many sentences as possible.
How will you cope in the future?
What do you mean?
If that happens, I'll be broke.
If only it was as easy as it sounds.
I take it you got the job?
Isn't it wonderful?
That 's really up to me.
I wish I had a job like that.
lt's never too late.
I'm fed up.
I wish I felt better.
4. Listen to the dialogues A-C and complete the sentences.
1 If you'd kept a list of everything you bought, your bill ………..
2 If you'd taken that Information Technology course, you ………..
3 If I hadn't been ill, I ……….
5. a) Read the dialogues (A-C) and answer the questions.
l. Why doesn't Ellen like credit cards?
2. What's Ellen's problem wilh money?
3. When does Tony start his new job?
4. Why doesn't Tony have to go to the office very often?
5. Does Tony want to work from home?
6. Wahat are the advantages of working from home?
7. How can Ann join in Paul's party?
b) How do Ellen, Steve, Lisa, Tony and Ann feel? Who makes wishes for
the present/future? Who expresses regret about the post?
Dialogue A.
Ellen: I don't believe it! Look at my credit card bill!
Steve: Good grief, Ellen! What did you buy?
Ellen: That's the problem. I don't remember. Oh, I wish credit cards had
never been invented.
Steve: Why?
Ellen: Well they make it so easy to spend money.
Steve: Oh, Ellen! How will you cope in the future?
Ellen: What do you mean?
Steve: Well, soon we'll all have smart cards. All our shopping will be done
by computer and we won't use cash at all.
Ellen: Oh no! If that happens, I'll be broke!
Steve: Well, if you were more organised, you wouldn't have a problem. If
you'd kept a list of everything you bought, your bill wouldn't have come as
such a shock.
Ellen: Yes, you're right If only it was as easy as it sounds.
Dialogue B.
Lisa: You look happy, Tony! I take it you got the job?
Tony: Yes! I start on Monday. Isn' t it wonderful?
Lisa: It's great! So, tell me about it. What hours do you have to work?
Tony: Well, that's really up to me. You see, I'll be working from homemost
of the time.
Lisa: Really? I' m so jealous of you!
Tony: Yes, it's very convenient. The company is giving me a new computer
so we can have conferences and meetnigs on the Internet. I can send them
my work over the Internet, too, so I'll hardly have to go into the office at all.
Lisa: Wow! I wish I had a job like that!
Tony: Well, if you'd taken that Information Technology course, you could
easily have got a better job.
Lisa: I know. Perhaps I should take the course now.
Tony: Why not? It's never too late.
Dialogue C.
Mum: What's the matter, Ann? Does your head still hurt?
Ann: Yes, and I'm fed up. I wish I felt better.
Mum: I know. It's horrible being ill.
Ann: If I hadn't been ill, I could have gone to Mark's party yesterday. I bet
everyone had a brilliant time.
Mum: Well, never mind. There's always Paul's party on Saturday.
Ann: But I'll probably still be ill.
Mum: Well, that' s why I bought you this.
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Ann: Wha tis it? Girl 1: Well, yes, OK. I'm sorry, that was a really insensitive thing to say. I'll come
Mum: It's a webcam. Paul's got one, too, so if we plug it into the computer, round and see you later, OK?
you'll be able to join in the party over the Internet. C
Ann: That's a great idea! I feel better already! Boy: Hi, Dad.
Father: Hi, how's it going?
c) Explain the words in bold, then read aloud.
Boy: Did you have a good day at work?
d) Use your dictionary to find synonyms for the highlighted words.
Father: Same as usual, really. What about you? Good day at school?
Listening Skills Practice: DIFFICULT SITUATIONS
Boy: Yeah, pretty good. Except for one little thing …
A
Father: Why do I have a sinking feeling in my stomach?
Boy: Mum?
Boy: Do you remember you lent me your phone?
Mother: Yes?
Father: Yes?
Boy: You know that Economics exam I had last week?
Boy: Well, I was standing just outside school, texting Jack, and somebody ran past
Mother: The one you didn't revise for?
and grabbed it.
Boy: I did revise for it. I was working on it all weekend. Don't you remember?
Father: You let someone steal my phone?
Mother: Oh, yes, I remember. Apart from going out until four in the morning, you
Boy: I didn't let them.
mean?
Father: No, I suppose not. But did you know that that might happen? Is that a
Boy: Well, I have to relax a little, even if I'm revising. Anyway, I didn't pass it.
dangerous spot?
Mother: You failed it! But wasn't that an important one?
Boy: Well, I had heard of that happening, but I'd forgotten. Anyway, I didn't think it
Boy: Yeah, I'm really sorry.
would happen to me.
Mother: I'm really sorry too. What does that mean?
Father: No, OK. Did you see who it was?
Boy: Well, I'll probably have to retake the whole course.
Boy: No. It was someone in a blue tracksuit, and there are loads of people who wear
Mother: Oh, Ryan! It's a really expensive course. I'm not sure we can afford for you
those. But there's a CCIV camera on the entrance. It might have got a shot of the
to take it again. Things are difficult enough as it is.
thief's face.
Boy: I know, Mum. I'm sorry. I'll talk to the teacher again and see if I can retake it.
Father: You reported it then?
B
Boy: Well, not yet, but I will tomorrow.
Girl 1: Hi, Megan. How are you?
Father: All right. Don't forget to report it tomorrow. I'll have a look at the insurance
Girl 2: Not feeling too good, actually.
and see if it's covered.
Girl 1: Oh? Why's that?
Girl 2: Well, something terrible happened this morning … (voice trembling)
EXERCISES
Girl 1: What? Sorry, take your time, and tell me when you're ready.
Girl 2: Well, I was playing with Bonzo in the garden with a ball, and the ball went
Exercise 1. Match the two parts of the sentence to describe difficult situations.
over the hedge into the road, and …
1…….. Your bus breaks a. dies.
Girl 1: Yes?
2…….. You fail b. up with her.
Girl 2: And Bonzo jumped over the hedge after it and he got hit by a car.
3……. Your dog c. an exam.
Girl 1: Oh, no! And is he … ?
4…….. Your friend's boyfriend breaks d. your phone.
Girl 2: Yes. We took him to the vet's immediately, but there was nothing she could
5…….. You leave your e. down and you are late for school.
do.
6…….. Someone steals f. keys inside the house.
Girl 1: Oh, poor Bonzo. And poor you. I know how much he meant to you.
Girl 2: We'd had him since he was a tiny puppy. He was like one of the family.
Exercise 2. Circle True or False for these sentences.
Girl 1: I'm really sorry. At least he had a happy life.
1. A - The boy revised all week for his Economics exam. True False
Girl 2: His life was too short!
2. A - It wasn't an important exam. True False
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3. A - His mum is worried about the cost of retaking the course.True False birthday girls to come round to the house - say we're going to help Sandra move
4. B - The girl and the dog were playing in the park. True False some stuff, or something. Then, as soon as Sandra lets them in, we're going to turn
5. B - She took Bonzo to the vet's straight away. True False the lights out and jump out at them! We just have to make sure nobody mentions
6. B - She had only had Bonzo for a short time. True False anything on Facebook and gives away the surprise.
7. C - The boy was using the phone when someone stole it. True False E
8. C - The boy thinks he would recognise the thief. True False There's a Royal wedding in June - one of our princes is getting married - so
9. C - The dad will see if the phone is insured. True False it's a public holiday. Lots of people are having parties in squares and parks and
places, and the people in our street decided to have one too. Well, it's a good excuse
Listening Skills Practice: CELEBRATIONS to have a party, isn't it? We're all going to take out tables and chairs and put them
A together in the middle of the road. We're going to stop cars coming through,
It was Nicky's idea, but we all think it's going to be brilliant. As soon as the obviously. We're all going to bring different dishes and share them round. There are
last exams have finished, we're going to decorate the main hall at school with paper quite a lot of different nationalities living on our street - people from India, China
streamers and Chinese lanterns and things. Steve had this idea of projecting photos and different African countries - so the food should be really interesting. It'll be
of everyone onto a wall, like a slide show. And we've got Jo's brother, who's a good to get to know more of the neighbors too.
professional DJ, coming along. Then there are three different bands lined up to play. EXERCISES
Ours is the best, because we've been together longest and we've got a great bass Exercise 1. Match the events with the definitions.
player, (coughs) although I say so myself, so we're on last. It's going to be cool. a. golden wedding anniversary
B b. Notting Hill Carnival
Every year there's a carnival in August in London. You've probably heard c. end of term party at school
of it, the Notting Hill Carnival? So this year, me and my friends are going again. We d. birthday party
went last year and we had such a fantastic time. It's all Afro-Caribbean, with people e. Royal wedding
in amazing costumes and these brilliant steel bands. We don't go in costume, but we 1.... a party to celebrate the anniversary of someone's birth
do dance a lot. It does get quite crowded, so you have to make sure you stick 2.... the marriage of a king, queen, prince or princess
together. And you have to watch out for pickpockets when there are so many people 3.... a West Indian carnival held in London every August
in the same place. But it's really good fun; it's like London becomes a different 4.... a celebration of 50 years of marriage
country. Even the police dance sometimes. 5.... a party normally organised by students to celebrate finishing the school year
C and completing their exams
We're going to hire a boat for the day and take it up the river. It's my
grandparents' golden wedding anniversary, so the whole family is getting together. Exercise 2. Match the speaker with the celebration.
I'm really looking forward to seeing my cousins again. I haven't seen them for ages. 1. Speaker A a. golden wedding anniversary
We've got this huge picnic planned, with loads of different types of 2. Speaker B b. Notting Hill Carnival
sandwiches and salads and an enormous cake. My dad has borrowed an ancient 3. Speaker C c. end of term party at school
gramophone player, you know, what they had before CD players, and some old 4. Speaker D d. Royal wedding
records. So as we go up the river we're going to listen to music from the time my 5. Speaker E e. surprise birthday party
grandparents got married - the swinging sixties!
D Exercise 3. Complete the gaps with the speaker.
Two of my best friends have their birthday in the same week, so some of us 1. Speaker _______________ will see people dressed in amazing costumes.
have decided to have a surprise party for both of them. One of my friends, Sandra, 2. Speaker _______________ is going to decorate the venue with Chinese lanterns
has a big house, and her parents say we can use it. They're going away, luckily. It's at and projections on the wall.
the end of October, so we're going to decorate the house with Halloween things, you 3. Speaker _______________ is worried about someone on Facebook spoiling the
know, spiders' webs and spooky things. We're going to make up an excuse to get the surprise.
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4. Speaker _______________ is going to be careful of people stealing things. 7. Speaker _______________ is going to taste food from all over the world.
5. Speaker _______________ is going to listen to old-fashioned music played on an 8. Speaker _______________ is going to celebrate with the whole family.
old-fashioned machine. 9. Speaker _______________ is organising a party for her two best friends.
6. Speaker _______________ is in one of the bands that are playing. 10. Speaker _______________ is going to make sure there is no traffic on her street
Listening Skills Practice: MY FAVOURITE FILM Laurence Fishburne is terrific as Morpheus, and Keanu Reeves is excellent, but the
best thing about the film is the special effects. I can watch it again and again.
A (girl): I really like The Notebook; it's a romantic classic. The story is about a E (girl): Let the Right One In is my favourite film. There are two versions, the
poor boy, called Noah, who meets a rich girl, called Allie, and they fall in love over first is Swedish and the second American - I prefer the original, Swedish version. It's
one summer. But of course there are problems. Allie's parents don't approve of Noah a modern vampire film and also a kind of love story, but it's really unsentimental and
because he's poor and they get separated, then a lot of time passes before they can get a bit scary in places. Oskar is a young boy with a lot of problems. He is being bullied
together again. She goes away to college and he writes to her every day, but she at school and wants revenge on the bullies. Then some new neighbours move in next
doesn't get the letters. Then after quite a long time, Noah buys an old house which he door and he becomes friends with Eli, a beautiful but strange girl. I won't tell you
promised to restore for Allie. He does it up and she sees a newspaper article about it any more, because it will spoil the story, but expect a serial killer, a lot of violence
and goes to find him again. You can probably guess the rest, but it's a bit and blood-drinking. If you like that kind of thing, you'll love this.
complicated because she is engaged to another man. Noah is played by Ryan
Gosling, who's my favourite actor, and he stops the film being too soppy - but you EXERCISES
still cry a lot at the end. Rachel McAdams is really good too, as Allie.
B (boy): I think my favourite film is Skyfall, the last James Bond movie. It stars Exercise 1. Match and write the genre of film with the titles of films.
Daniel Craig again and Javier Bardem is this really evil baddie. They're both great, a.The Notebook historical drama
and so is Judi Dench as M, Bond's boss. It's a bit different to other Bond films. The b.Skyfall action
story is more important, although there is still a lot of action. It's really well filmed, c.Pride and Prejudice science fiction
especially in the scenes which are shot in Shanghai and Scotland, and it's really d.The Matrix cartoon
exciting, of course. Bond is also a bit different - although he does amazing things, he e.Let the Right One In romantic comedy
seems older and that makes him more human and the story more realistic. Oh, the f.Pink Panther horror
song by Adele is great, too. You know it won an Oscar?
C (girl): It's not a very recent film, but I love Pride and Prejudice - the version Exercise 2. Match the speaker to the genre of film.
with Keira Knightley as Elizabeth Bennet and Matthew Macfadyen as Mr Darcy. 1. Speaker 1 A science fiction film
The story is really clever and interesting, besides being romantic. It's all about 2. Speaker 2 A modern vampire film
how we tend to jump to conclusions about people and we're often completely wrong. 3. Speaker 3 An action film
Elizabeth thinks Mr Darcy is stuck up and snobbish at the beginning of the film, but 4. Speaker 4 A romance
at the end she realises she has been completely wrong and he isn't like that at all. She 5. Speaker 5 A romance based on a book
also realises he has an enormous house and that maybe helps her fall in love with
him too! After I saw the film I read the book by Jane Austen and I really recommend Exercise 3. Complete the gaps with the correct speaker.
that too. Although it was published 200 years ago, it's still a great read and really A (x2) B C D (x2) E (x3)
funny in parts. 1. Speaker …… thinks the film shows you not to judge people too quickly.
D (boy): My favourite film has to be The Matrix. Even though it was made back in 2. Speaker …… says the film is not too sentimental, thanks to the actor.
1999, it still feels really modern. It's about this ordinary man, Neo, played by Keanu 3. Speaker …… likes a film in which everything we think is real is fiction.
Reeves, who works with computers during the day and is a hacker at night. One day 4. Speaker ……. has seen their favourite film more than once.
he is contacted by a woman who introduces him to a very strange man: Morpheus. 5. Speaker ……. prefers the first version of the film.
Morpheus explains to Neo that what he thinks of as real is actually fiction and the 6. Speaker ……. likes a film with murder, violence and blood-drinking.
world is run by evil machines who have imprisoned and tricked the human race. 7. Speaker ……. likes a film which tells a love story over several years.
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8. Speaker ……. likes a film which shows bullying at school. 9. Speaker ……. likes the scenes filmed in different countries.
and customizing business. Customizing clothes, by taking things off and adding
things on, is actually very creative, so I wouldn't mind that.
E (boy)
My set of Japanese knives. That sounds a bit sinister, doesn't it, but I'm not a
murderer or anything. They're chef's knives and the best ones come from Japan.
Cooking is my new hobby. I got into it when I started watching Master chef on TV.
Listening Skills Practice: MY FAVOURITE THINGS Then I went to an evening class for beginners, and I haven't looked back since. I try
A (boy) and have a dinner for between four and eight friends every two or three weeks. That
My favourite thing has to be my new tablet. It's really light and quite small, so I take gives me something to work towards and I always do new dishes so they can try
it with me everywhere. I'm always writing messages to friends and it's big enough to them out and give me feedback. It's quite an expensive hobby if you use good
do college work on it too. It takes really good photos, and I play games and listen to ingredients, but now my friends help towards the cost. They still get a good meal for
music on it as well, of course. I often download films onto it and watch them in bed. a very low price.
My mum says I'm addicted, because I'm always on it. I even read things on it at EXERCISES
breakfast time. I'm not allowed to at dinner time, though. I have to be polite and talk
to people then. "Welcome back to real life," my mum says. Exercise 1. Match the verb with the correct noun.
B (girl) 1. take a. a designer
My favourite thing? Does my cat count as a thing? She's not really a thing, but 2. listen to b. your scooter
anyway. She's a really beautiful little cat. I've had her since she was four months old. 3. watch c. a business
You know how some cats are really independent and hardly talk to you? I know cats 4. stroke (= move your hand gently over something) d. films
don't really talk, but you know what I mean. Well, she's not like that at all. She's 5. park e. photos
really affectionate and comes up to me as soon as I get home, purring away like mad. 6. make it as (= be successful as) f. the cat
She makes a lot of noise for a tiny thing. She loves being stroked and comes and 7. set up (= start) g. music
curls up next to me when I'm on the sofa. She's great company.
C (boy) Exercise 2. Match the speakers with their favourite things.
My new scooter! It's quite small, but fun, and just what I needed for getting around 1. Speaker A a. a tablet
the city. I used to have quite a long walk to the metro, then a longish walk at the 2. Speaker B b. a sewing machine
other end to get to college. But now I can just whiz there on my scooter. And there's 3. Speaker C c. a scooter
no problem parking, there's always space for it. You have to be careful with the cars 4. Speaker D d. a set of knives
and lorries - they don't always see you - and when it rains the surface of the road is 5. Speaker E e. a cat
terrible, it gets really slippery. But in general it's perfect for me, and I can fit a friend
on the back too - I've got an extra helmet for a friend. It's great. Riding along makes Exercise 3. Write the word to fill the gaps.
me feel so free. 1. My favourite thing has to be my new tablet. It's really light and quite
D (girl) _____________, so I take it with me everywhere. I'm always writing to friends and
This might sound a bit old-fashioned, but my sewing machine is my favourite thing. it's big enough to do college work on it too. It takes really good _____________, and
I'm studying fashion and love making things, as well as designing them. I also love I play games and listen to _____________ on it as well, of course. I often download
clothes myself and often buy second-hand clothes - everyone loves the "vintage" _____________ onto it, and watch them in _____________. My mum says I'm
look at the moment - and then I adapt them to my size. It's much easier using a _____________, because I'm always on it. I even read things on it at breakfast time.
machine to do that than doing it by hand. I do alterations for my mum and my sister I'm not allowed to at _____________ time, though. I have to be _____________ and
too. If I don't make it as a designer, I suppose I can always set up my own alterations talk to people then. "Welcome back to real life," my mum says.

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2. My favourite thing? Does my _____________ count as a thing? She's not really a at maths. That's good though - it means that we can help each other with our
thing, but anyway. She's a really _____________ little cat. I've had her since she was homework. Next year I'm probably going to study in London and she's going
_____________ months old. You know how some cats are really _____________ to Manchester, but I'm sure our relationship won't change.
and hardly talk to you? I know cats don't really talk, but you know what I mean. D
Well, she's not like that at all. She's really _____________ and comes up to me as His family moved in just a few houses down from us when I was
soon as I get home, purring away like mad. She makes a lot of _____________ for a about ten, and I still remember how excited I felt when I found out there was
tiny thing. She loves being stroked and comes and curls up next to me when I'm on another boy on the street. I'd been the only boy, you see. The others were all
the _____________. She's great _____________. girls. We were good friends from the beginning because we were into the same
things: computers and football, mostly. But we had quite a few of the same
hobbies for a while. I remember making lots of models of aero planes one
year. Another year we took up fishing. We had all the equipment and
everything and we'd spend ages down by the river. I never go fishing now.
Listening Skills Practice: IMPORTANT PEOPLE His family moved away a couple of years ago. We're still friends on Facebook
A but we don't really have much contact.
She lives next door and she's always been really important in my E
life. When we were little and my mum was working she used to look after us. I can remember all the details of when we met. I was wearing a red dress
She'd tell us stories about her childhood. It was like listening to fairy stories, life and I'd just had my hair cut. I can even remember what music was playing the
was so different when she was a child. In her kitchen she used to keep a first time I saw him. I knew he was special from the beginning, and I was right.
special dish with sweets for us, and she was always baking cakes and pies. We've been together ever since. Well, it's only been eighteen months, and
Now she doesn't bake so much. She's started eating more healthily in her old some people say that isn't very long, but it seems like ages to me. We've got such
age, salads and vegetables and things. It's funny how she's changed. She also similar personalities and so much in common. I'm sure we'll stay together
goes to this special gym class for old people, it's amazing. I don't see her so forever.
often now, but she's always the same person however much her lifestyle
changes. EXERCISES
B
He's four years older than me and that seemed like a huge amount when Exercise 1. Match the phrases with the correct definition.
we were children. When we were at the same school we'd never talk to each 1....She looked after me. a. We have a good, friendly relationship.
other during school hours. But now we're older it's a lot better, although I'll 2....We hang out a lot. b. She took care of me.
always be the little one, and that's annoying sometimes. He's taken me to rock 3....We get on well. c. He likes the same things as me.
concerts that I wouldn't have gone to otherwise and when he was at uni I 4....We fell out. d. We have many similarities.
went to stay with him sometimes. That was really cool. It was great to see 5....We have a lot in common. e. We stopped being friends.
what real student life was like when I was still at school. Now that he's (Especially after an argument.)
working he's really busy, but we still hang out sometimes. We go to football 6....He's into the same things. f. We spend a lot of time together.
matches together because we both support our home team. It's always good to
see him. Exercise 2. Complete the gaps with a word from the list.
C childhood friend
We've known each other since we were five and we've always got on
brother
really well. Well, apart from that time when we fell out because we both liked the
best friend
same boy. But he went off with Heather Jenkins, so we made friends again quite
next-door neighbour
quickly! We both like the same kind of music and going dancing at the
boyfriend
weekend, and when we were younger we went out on our bikes together. At
school we're good at different things. I'm good at languages and Laura's good 1. Speaker A is talking about her _______________ .
2. Speaker B is talking about his _______________ .
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3. Speaker C is talking about her _______________ .
4. Speaker D is talking about his _______________ .
5. Speaker E is talking about her _______________.

Exercise 3. Circle True or False for these sentences.

1. A - Her next-door neighbour also worked with her mum. True False
2. A - Her next-door neighbour has a healthier lifestyle now. True False
3. B - He didn't see his brother after he went to university. True False
4. B - He supports the same football team as his brother. True False
5. C - She and her friend argued about a boy. True False
6. C - She is going to go to the same university as her friend. True False
7. D - He didn't have much in common with his friend when they were young.
True False
8. E - She didn't like the look of her boyfriend at first. True Fals

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 Listening Skills Practice: WHAT KIND OF STUDENT ARE YOU? EXERCISES
Teacher: Are you all sitting comfortably? We're going to do a short quiz Exercise 1. Circle the best answer to these questions.
called 'What kind of student are you?' I want you to listen carefully and think about 1. At the beginning the teacher asks the students to think carefully about …
your responses. Then I want you to write your answers in your notebook. Please be a. the questions. b. their answers. c. where they sit.
sincere! Nobody is going to look at your answers. When we complete the quiz I'll 2. The answers the students choose will be seen by …
read out the results and you can think about them carefully for a few minutes in a. the other students. b. the teacher. c. nobody.
private. You need a pen and a blank page in your notebook. 3. The first question is about the time …
Teacher: OK, pay attention, please. a. students arrive at school.
One. When do you usually get to school? b. students spend at school.
a) Early, you like to have extra time 'just in case' something crops up. c. students leave.
b) You always turn up just in time, as the bell rings. 4. The teacher asks about …
c) You often get to school late, out of breath from rushing. a. where students do their homework.
Two. When do you usually do your homework? b. how much time students spend doing their homework.
a) As soon as you get it. The same evening. c. when the students do their homework.
b) A day or two before you have to hand it in. 5. In question three, students who normally get half marks should answer …
c) The same day you hand it in. Sometimes it's late. a. A. b. B. c. C.
Three. What is your average mark in tests? 6. Question four is about the students' relationship with …
a) You usually do well and get seventy-five per cent or higher. a. people in their lives outside school.
b) You usually pass tests but your marks are near to fifty or sixty per cent. b. people working at the school.
c) Your marks are often below fifty per cent. c. people studying at the school.
Four. What kind of a relationship do you have with the staff at school? 7. The teacher thinks some students prefer to sit in the middle of the class so
a) Great! You get on well with most of the academic staff. that …
b) Not bad. You have a good relationship with some members of staff. a. they can hear the teacher without being right at the front.
c) Dreadful. In general you don't get on with teachers. b. they can have pleasant thoughts without following the lesson.
Five. Where do you usually sit in class? c. no one will notice them using their phones.
a) Usually at the front so you can see the board easily. 8. Question six is about students' …
b) Somewhere in the middle so you can daydream unnoticed. a. exam results.
c) Near the back so you can turn on your mobile without being seen. b. future career.
Six. What do you want to do when you finish school? c. plans for the future.
a) Carry on studying at university or college. 9. Students with mostly As have a good …
b) You don't know yet. It depends on your exam results. a. attitude towards studying.
c) Look for a job and start earning your own money. You'll be fed up with studying b. idea about what they want to do in the future.
by then. c. network of support at school.
Teacher: OK. Now look at your answers and count the number of As, Bs 10. Students with mostly Bs need to …
and Cs. Then I'll read out the results. Are you ready? a. become excellent students.
 If you have mostly As, you are an exceptional student. You are mature and b. increase the time they spend studying.
you have a superb attitude towards your studies. You definitely grasp the c. change some of their habits.
importance of a good education. 11. Students with mostly Cs are probably …
 If you have mostly Bs, you are an average student, but you are capable of a. wasting a lot of their time.
much more and it isn't too late b. unable to do any better.
to improve and become an excellent student. You just need to make a few c. going to be unemployed in the future.
changes to your habits. 12. Students with mostly Cs should …
 If you have mostly Cs, you really need to adjust your outlook. You waste a. join the homework club.
your time and you are at risk of finishing school without any qualifications. b. try to change as soon as possible.
Think about your behaviour and consider making some changes before it's c. leave school at the first opportunity.
too late.
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 Speaking Skills Practice: PROBLEMS AT THE TRAIN STATION
2. Where does Makayla want to go?
Station manager: Good afternoon. How can I help you? a. To London
Makayla: Hello … Erm … yes. I've just missed my train! b. To Edinburgh
Station manager: Ah. Where are you going? c. To Manchester
Makayla: To Manchester. 3. Which train can Makayla take?
Station manager: Ah yes. That was the 16:20. a. The 16:20 train
Makayla: What time's the next one? b. The 17:15 train
Station manager: Let's see. The next train to Manchester leaves at 17:15 from c. The 18:30 train
platform 2. 4. What does Makayla need to do?
Makayla: 17:15 … so that's quarter past five … platform 2. What time does it a. Change her old ticket for a new ticket and pay an extra £3.50
get to Manchester? b. Change her old ticket for a new ticket and pay an extra £7.50
Station manager: At 18:30. c. Change her old ticket for a new ticket and pay an extra £11.00
Makayla: Half past six … erm … Can I use the same ticket? 5. Which platform is her train going from?
Station manager: Just a moment, please. Can I see your ticket? a. Platform 1 b. Platform 2 c. Platform 3
Makayla: Yes, here you are.
Station manager: Ah, sorry, no ... You can't use this ticket on the 17:15 train. Exercise 3. Complete the dialogue with a question from the list.
Makayla: Really? Why not?  What time's the next train to Manchester
Station manager: This ticket is valid on trains before 5 and after 7 o'clock. During  What platform is it from
rush hour tickets are more expensive.  What time does it get to Manchester
Makayla: Oh … do I have to buy another ticket?  Why not
Station manager: Yes, well, I can change your old ticket for a new ticket. Your ticket  Can I use the same ticket
cost £7.50 and the new ticket is £11.00. So you just pay the difference, which is
£3.50. Makayla: ?
Makayla: Ah, OK, erm ... What platform is it from? Station manager: Let's see. The next train leaves at 17:15 from platform 2.
Station manager: Platform 2. Just over there, on the other side. Makayla: 17:15 … so that's quarter past five … platform
Makayla: OK, thanks. Bye. ?
Station manager: All right. Bye bye! Station manager: At 18:30.
Makayla: Half past six … erm … ?
EXERCISES Station manager: Just a moment, please. Can I see your ticket?
Makayla: Yes, here you are.
Exercise 1. Match the vocabulary with the correct descriptions. Station manager: Ah, sorry, no ... You can't use this ticket on the 17:15 train.
Makayla: Really? ?
1. rush hour a. a small piece of paper you need to buy before taking a train Station manager: This ticket is only valid on trains before 5 and after 7 o'clock.
2. a ticket b. a long waiting area in a station. The train stops along here so During rush hour tickets are more expensive.
people can get on and off Makayla: Oh … do I have to buy another ticket?
3. a platform c. the times in the day which are busiest on public transport Station manager: Yes, well, I can change your old ticket for a new ticket. Your ticket
because people are going to or from work cost £7.50 and the new ticket is £11.00. So you just pay the difference, which is
4. miss the train d. acceptable, or able to be used £3.50.
5. valid e. fail to catch a train because you were too late Makayla: Ah, OK, erm ... ?
Station manager: Platform 2. Just over there, on the other side.
Exercise 2. Circle the best answer to these questions. Makayla: OK, thanks. Bye.
1. What problem has Makayla had?
a. She's just lost her ticket.
b. She's taken the wrong train.
c. She's just missed her train.
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 Speaking Skills Practice: A FRIEND IN NEED EXERCISES

Makayla: Hi Gemma. You look terrible! Exercise 1. Match the two parts of the question or sentence.
Gemma: Hey Makayla. Mmm, I haven' slept.
Makayla: Are you OK? What's the matter? 1…….. Are you a. matter?
Gemma: Well, you know that photo I sent to Clare on Friday night? 2…….. What's the b. how you feel.
Makayla: Yeah? 3…….. Don't c. I would …
Gemma: Well, she sent it to Justin... 4…….. I know d. worry.
Makayla: Oh no! How could she do that? It obviously was only for her. 5…….. If I were you, e. be careful.
Gemma: I know! I thought she'd find it funny. 6…….. Please f. OK?
Makayla: Well, it was quite funny ... but you didn't expect her to send it to
anyone. Exercise 2. Circle True or False for these sentences.
Gemma: No, of course not! Especially not Justin! It's so embarrassing! 1. Gemma is stressed and upset. True False
Makayla: Ah well, don't worry. I know how you feel though... 2. Gemma sent a photo to Justin. True False
Gemma: And what if he puts it on Facebook or something? What if my mum sees it? 3. Gemma is worried about who else might see the photo. True False
Makayla: No, no, don't worry ... he won't. It's not that interesting for him or 4. Makayla thinks everyone will be interested in the photo. True False
anyone else, to be honest. 5. Gemma thinks it's a good idea to ask Justin to delete the photo.
Gemma: But what if he does? True False
Makayla: He won't. But maybe ask Clare to speak to Justin ... Get him to delete 6. Gemma is angry with Justin. True False
the photo? 7. Gemma likes Makayla's suggestion of speaking to Clare. True False
Gemma: Yeah … maybe. But that might just make him even more interested... 8. Makayla reminds Gemma not to send any more embarrassing photos.
Makayla: Yeah, true. True False
Gemma: What do you think I should do?
Makayla: Mmm … I'd just try to forget about it if I were you. Exercise 3. Write a word to complete the sentences.
Gemma: But I'm so annoyed with Clare! 1. Are you OK? You ..................... terrible!
Makayla: Maybe speak to Clare, tell her how you feel. She shouldn't be sharing 2. You know that photo I sent to Clare ................... Friday night?
people's private photos. 3. Makayla: You didn't expect her to send it to anyone.
Gemma: OK, yeah. Thanks for the advice, Makayla. I'll talk to her. Gemma: No, of course .................. !
Makayla: Good idea. And don't worry. Just be careful and don't send any more 4. Gemma: What if he puts it on Facebook or something?
embarrassing photos! Makayla: No, no ... he ...................
Gemma: Yeah, I know, I know … I won't! 5. It's not that interesting for him or ................... else, to .................. honest.
6. Ah, well, don't worry. I know .................... you feel, though.
7. I'd just try to forget about it if I ..................... you.
8. Thanks .................. the advice, Makayla.

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 Speaking Skills Practice: DIFFERENT OPINIONS EXERCISES
Exercise 1. Match the vocabulary with the definitions.
It's the first day back at school, and Gemma and Jack don't agree about their 1…….. awful a. excellent
teachers... 2…….. No way! b. a lot
Gemma: Hi Jack! 3…….. strict c. really bad
Jack: Oh, hi Gemma! 4…….. loads (informal) d. doesn't let anyone break the rules
Gemma: How was your summer holiday? 5…….. embarrassing e. That's impossible!
Jack: Yeah, good thanks … and yours? 6…….. brilliant f. making you feel stupid or confused in front of
Gemma: Yeah, great! How's your first day back at school going? other people
Jack: Oh … OK. Just had French. It was awful.
Gemma: Oh, yeah? Who's your teacher? Exercise 2. Circle True or False for these sentences.
Jack: Madame Martin. 1. Gemma and Jack both had good holidays. True False
Gemma: Oh, she's really good! I like Madame Martin. 2. Jack enjoyed his French lesson. True False
Jack: No way! Really? She makes us speak French all the time. 3. Gemma thinks Madame Martin is a good teacher. True False
Gemma: Yeah! She's strict but you learn loads in her classes. 4. Jack doesn't like speaking French. True False
Jack: Hmmm, I see what you mean, but it's so embarrassing! And I don't 5. Jack is happy with his maths teacher. True False
understand her. 6. Jack hates Mr Greenwood. True False
Gemma: That's because she's speaking French, Jack! And who's your maths teacher? 7. Jack changes his mind about Mr Greenwood when he talks to Gemma.
Jack: Mr Thomas. He's my favourite. True False
Gemma: Really?! I've got Mr Greenwood. He explains everything really well. 8. Jack and Gemma both like Miss McCloud. True False
Jack: Yeah, Mr Greenwood is OK, but he gives so much homework! I prefer
Mr Thomas. Exercise 3. Which replies are possible? For each question, tick (✓) five possible
Gemma: OK, well Mr Greenwood's my favourite. answers.
Jack: OK, let's agree to disagree. Who have you got for science? 1. How was your summer holiday?
Gemma: Miss McCloud. She's a brilliant teacher and she's so nice. ..... Yeah, definitely. ..... Great, thanks.
Jack: Yeah, I agree with you there. ..... Good, thanks. ..... Not really.
Gemma: I can't believe it! Finally you agree with me! ..... Mmm, it was all right. ..... He was nice.
Jack: Whatever! ..... Amazing! ..... Awful.
2. He's my favourite.
..... Really?! ..... Is he?!
..... Yeah, mine too. ..... Me neither.
..... I don't think so. ..... Yeah! I like him too.
..... No way! ..... When?
3. She's strict but you learn loads in her classes.
..... Why not? ..... Yeah, I see what you mean.
..... No. ..... But she makes you speak French all the time!
..... Yeah, I see your point. ..... Yeah, but it’s so embarrassing!
4. Miss McCloud's a brilliant teacher.
..... I know! I love her! ..... Do you like her? I'm not sure.
..... It's OK. ..... Yes, she is!
..... Yeah, I agree with you there .....Finally, we agree about something!
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..... It was awful. ..... Don't worry.
Speaking Skills Practice: TALKING ABOUT YOUR WEEKEND EXERCISES

Sam: Hi Jack, how's it going? Exercise 1. Here are some questions you can ask when you see a friend again
Jack: Oh, all right, Sam? Yeah, all good. How are you doing? after the weekend. Write the questions in the correct group.
Sam: Yeah, I'm all right. How was your weekend? A. Questions about you in general
Jack: Pretty good. Nothing special really … B. Questions about your last weekend
Sam: So … football, then? How's it going? How was your weekend?
Jack: Yeah, how did you guess! We played a match on Saturday. How are you? What did you get up to?
Sam: Really? How did it go? All right? How are you doing?
Jack: Yeah, really good. We beat them 4-0! Did you have a good weekend?
Sam: Nice! Exercise 2. Circle True or False for these sentences.
Jack: Guess what? 1. Jack played football last Saturday. True False
Sam: Er … you scored all the goals? 2. Jack scored four goals in the football match. True False
Jack: No, not quite all of them … I scored two though. 3. Sam and Jack both had a lot of homework last weekend. True False
Sam: Sweet! 4. Sam and Jack both went to a concert on Saturday night. True False
Jack: Anyway, how are you? What did you get up to? 5. The concert was by a band called Red Tigers. True False
Sam: Not much. I had homework most of the weekend. 6. Sam really enjoyed the concert. True False
Jack: Yeah, me too.
Sam: But I did go to see a concert on Saturday night. Exercise 3. Which replies are possible? For each question, tick (✓) five possible
Jack: Really? Who'd you see? answers.
Sam: Me and Makayla went to see Blue Tigers. 1. How's it going?
Jack: Oh … Was it good? ..... All right. ..... Very well.
Sam: It was better than good. It was amazing! The singer was brilliant! ..... Fine. ..... Yeah.
Jack: Lucky you. I didn't know you were going … ..... Great. ..... Really?
Sam: Neither did we till the last minute. Next time they come you'll have to ..... Not much. ..... All good.
come too. 2. How was your weekend?
Jack: Yeah, definitely! That would be great … if you remember to invite me. ..... All right. ..... I'm fine.
..... Really? ..... Not too bad.
..... Pretty good. ..... Not much.
..... Fine. ..... Great!
3. What did you get up to?
..... Really good. ..... I met up with a friend.
..... No. ..... It was OK.
..... Nothing special. ..... We went to the beach.
..... Not much. ..... I went to the cinema.
4. I scored two goals in the football match.
..... Nice! ..... Great!
..... Sweet! ..... Good for you!
..... Definitely. ..... Well done!
..... How's it going? ..... Nothing special.

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 PREPOSITIONS OF TIME EXERCISES

Daisy: Hi, Mum, How's it going? Exercise 1. Write the words under the correct preposition.
Sophie: Fine thanks, honey. How was school? Monday morning 9 o'clock lunchtime Tuesday August
Daisy: Good. I've got a note for you from Mr Oliveira. Easter New Year's Eve 1997 the weekend Christmas
Sophie: Who's Mr Oliveira? Your Portuguese teacher? the afternoon my birthday 17th March the past the 60s
Daisy: I don't study Portuguese, Mum. You know that.  In ……………………………………………………………………………….
Sophie: True. But you could. It's a very useful language. They speak it in Brazil ...  On ………………………………………………………………………………
Daisy: Mum, he's the new headmaster at college. And he isn't Portuguese - or Brazilian.  At ……………………………………………………………………………….
He's British. But I think he said his parents are from Goa.
Sophie: Goa? Wow. The headmaster ... Ah yes, I remember him. I met him at Christmas Exercise 2. Write the preposition to fill the gaps.
when I went to your school for that concert. In December, anyway. A very nice 1. I finish school early Wednesdays.
man, yes. 2. Are you going to work the summer holidays?
Daisy: Mum ... 3. I only ever see my cousins Christmas.
Sophie: It would be good to speak to him about his parents' country. I could interview him, 4. the past, you couldn't buy such a variety of different foods.
then visit Goa in summer … no, too hot maybe ... in autumn ... 5. What shall we do the weekend?
Daisy: Well, he'd like to see you again too. 6. Mobile phones were invented the 80s.
Sophie: Really? 7. My exam is 7th June.
Daisy: He wants you to go into school on Monday or Tuesday next week. 8. I'm having my first guitar lesson Friday afternoon.
Sophie: Oh? Have you done something wrong?
Daisy: No, of course not! You know me. He wants to ask if you can give a talk about your Exercise 3. Circle the correct sentence.
work and your blog, your travels, that sort of thing. One day in April, during 1. a. We were waiting during five hours.
Careers Week. b. We were waiting for five hours.
Sophie: So on Monday or Tuesday? What time? c. We were waiting at five hours.
Daisy: In the afternoon or in the early evening. At 5 o'clock, if you can. 2. a. What are you doing at the weekend?
Sophie: Hmm. I can go at half past four on Tuesday, if that's OK. b. What are you doing in the weekend?
Daisy: I'll ask. c. What are you doing the weekend?
Sophie: Let me see. I'm away in Moscow for three days in April ... but during your school 3. a. It's so beautiful in the park on summer!
holidays, I think. I'm going to Russia to write about traditions at Easter - oh, and b. It's so beautiful in the park at summer!
then I'm away again at the end of the month. But I'm at home for two or three c. It's so beautiful in the park in summer!
weeks. I can't go on Monday evening, because I have a tai chi class, and then I 4. a. We woke up on dawn because of all the mosquitoes!
have to work at night. I have a video call at midnight ... Yes, definitely. I'll go in on b. We woke up in dawn because of all the mosquitoes!
Tuesday afternoon. c. We woke up at dawn because of all the mosquitoes!
Daisy: Can you write a note or send him an email, please? 5. a. I'm going on holiday tomorrow! I'm going in two weeks.
Sophie: I'll phone him during the day tomorrow. I'm free for a few hours in the morning. b. I'm going on holiday tomorrow! I'm going for two weeks.
Daisy: OK, I'll tell him. Where are you? c. I'm going on holiday tomorrow! I'm going at two weeks.
Sophie: Here in town. I'm at the travel agent's. I'm chatting to your friend Jenna - I hadn't 6. a. I always go out at Friday nights.
seen her for months! I didn't know she was working here; she's organizing my b. I always go out on Friday nights.
flights to Russia. Do you want to speak to her? c. I always go out in Friday nights.
Daisy: No, it's OK, I'll see her at the weekend. We're going to a party on Saturday night. 7. a. It's very noisy at night in this street.
Sophie: OK, well I'll be home in about an hour - at about 7 o'clock probably. Pizza and a b. It's very noisy in night in this street.
DVD tonight? c. It's very noisy on night in this street.
8. a. I'll see you on next Friday.
b. I'll see you next Friday.
c. I'll see you on at next Friday.

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 THE DEFINITE ARTICLE Oliver: Well, I'd rather go to the football, but hey ... and of course, we're going to try the food
Daisy: How's the birthday boy?! - the pasta, the pizzas, the meat...
Oliver: Fine! It's awesome. Even the weather is good! Alfie: I envy you, mate!
Alfie: So why are you in Switzerland? I thought your mum was taking you to the Italian Oliver: Hey, do you want to talk to Mum? She's here...
lakes … Daisy: Yeah, sure. Hey, it's really good to hear you - I'm glad you're having a fantastic time.
Oliver: When we landed at the airport, the day before yesterday, the friend of hers who's And happy birthday!!
looking after us suggested a few days in the mountains, here in Switzerland. He's showing us
the different regions and teaching us about the food before visiting Como and Milan. He's a EXERCISES
brilliant chef.
Daisy: So what's your schedule? Exercise 1. Write the words and phrases in the correct group.
Oliver: Well, the plan is four days here in Switzerland - this is the third day - then four days in youngest roses (in general) Monday Moon Jane's
Italy. Danube Andes first Lake Geneva Beasley Street
Daisy: Ah, OK. And is the internet connection good? love (in general) Mount Everest Ministry of Education
Oliver: This is Switzerland, sis; everything is good! The Swiss seem incredibly organised and  The …………………………………………………………………………….
the technology here is first class. The only problem is we'll be moving around a lot - a …………………………………………………………………………………….….
different place every day. But I'll try to connect from the hotel every evening.  Ø ……………………………………………………………………………….
Daisy: Cool. …………………………………………………………………………………….….
Alfie: Anyway, tell us stuff! Have you had any birthday presents? Are you having fun?
Oliver: Presents - yes, my sister there hid a little parcel in my suitcase, so when I was Exercise 2. Check your grammar: multiple choice - the definite article - Circle the best
unpacking the case I had a really cool surprise. answer to complete the sentences.
Alfie: And have you opened the parcel? What was in it? 1. He collects . He's got over two thousand! Books / the books
Oliver: A special cheese knife! I'm glad you didn't put it in the bag I took as hand luggage, 2. We're going skiing in for New Year! Alps / the Alps
Daisy! 3. She's of a country in Europe. a president / the president
Daisy: I'm not totally stupid... 4. Honey, could you feed , please? a dog / the dog
Oliver: Anyway, it's the perfect present for Switzerland. The cheese here is amazing! Oh, and 5. My sister loves . She wants to be a vet. Animals / the animals
I've learned to make Raclette, one of the most popular cheese dishes. We can try it when I get 6. My mum wants to go to for her birthday. a cinema / the cinema
home. 7. The Gilbert and Ellis Islands are in . Pacific Ocean / the Pacific Ocean
Daisy: You're not bringing cheese home on the plane, are you?! The smell will be terrible … 8. They say makes the world go round. Money / the money
Oliver: No, no, don't worry. But I'll bring some chocolate. The chocolate here is the best in the
world, or so they say. Exercise 3. Complete the sentences with 'the' or ' Ø '.
Alfie: No watches? The Swiss watch is an amazing piece of engineering... 1. What's on at theatre next week?
Oliver: Mmm, agreeing but the prices are amazing too. What else? Oh, the scenery is 2. Who is most famous athlete in world?
incredible! The Alps are so dramatic! They're like ... like the poster you've got in your room, 3. 'Jamie! Your mother's on phone!'
Daisy. 4. Mount Everest is in Himalayas, in both Nepal and China.
Daisy: The poster of the Himalayas next to the window?... 5. Washington DC, capital city of USA, isn't in a state.
Oliver: OK. Similar. The highest mountains in Europe are in the Alps. We were near Mont 6. Everybody needs love.
Blanc yesterday. That's the highest in Europe. Oh, and we saw some of the United Nations 7. I want to sit on beach and watch sun go down.
buildings in Geneva; they're very impressive. And the International Red Cross headquarters is 8. Could you take rubbish out, please?
in Geneva. I really liked the building, it's very elegant and different-not a typical office
building at all.
Alfie: So what about Italy? What are you going to see there?
Oliver: Well, we're starting in Como in the north - I think Mum is hoping to see George
Clooney at the bus stop - he's got a house near Como - and there's a funicular railway, so we'll
take the funicular to the top to a restaurant where the views are amazing. And I want to try the
ice cream of course! And then Milan - the Duomo, the cathedral there, the clothes shops - hey
Daisy - and Mum wants to take me to see The Last Supper.
Alfie: Oh, wow! That's awesome - I know that painting. Da Vinci. Really famous …
Oliver: That's the one - and she wants to go to the opera too. The Scala.
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 COMPARATIVE AND SUPERLATIVE ADJECTIVES EXERCISES

Oliver: So, where do you get the best pizza in London? Exercise 1. Are these sentences True or False?
Alfie: No doubt about it, it has to be Pietro's. 1. To compare two things, we add -er to many adjectives. True False
Daisy: No way! The pizzas in La Bella Napoli, just around the corner, are so much tastier ... 2. We add -est to make the superlative form of many adjectives. True False
and they've got more variety ... and the friendliest waiters! 3. We never change the spelling of the adjective before adding -er / -est. True False
Oliver: Yeah, I think she's right, Alfie; much better quality. It's not the cheapest though, but 4. We often use "than" after a comparative. True False
they're so good! 5. We often use "the" before a superlative. True False
Alfie: All right then, yeah, La Bella Napoli is nearer than Pietro's. The cheese isn't as good 6. With longer adjectives, we use "more" + adjective or "most" + adjective.
though, and for me it's all in the cheese! True False
Daisy: You could have pasta? 7. There are a lot of irregular comparatives and superlatives. True False
Alfie: Pasta in La Bella Napoli? They do the most disgusting pasta I've ever tasted.
Daisy: All right! Exercise 2. Write the words to fill the gaps. Use comparatives and superlatives.
1. The clothes here are (good) than in my town.
Daisy: Hi, Mum. How's Rome? 2. That's my (bad) mark ever!
Sophie: Hello, love, yes, all's well, thanks. What are you doing? 3. It's (far) than I thought - I think we're lost.
Daisy: I'm with Oliver and Alfie. We're going to have a pizza. I'll put you on speaker phone. 4. That's the (disgusting) meal I've ever had!
Sophie: That's a coincidence! I've just eaten the most amazing pizza ever. It was the best I've 5. I hope your team's (lucky) today than last week.
ever had. 6. They're (happy) in their new school than in their old one.
Daisy: Sounds good! 7. It's the (good) song on the album.
Oliver: Was the base good, Mum? 8. Your spaghetti sauce is (tasty) than my mum's.
Sophie: Oh yes, the crispiest base ever, really delicious.
Alfie: I wish you could send it over here, Mrs G! Exercise 3. Circle the correct sentence.
Sophie: I'll save you a slice, Alfie! So, where are you all going to eat? 1. a. The more amazing thing just happened to me!
Oliver: La Bella Napoli. b. The most amazing thing just happened to me!
Sophie: Oh yes, they're not bad. They use the worst cheese though. For me, it's all in the c. The amazingest thing just happened to me!
cheese! 2. a. He's a lot taller than you.
Alfie: That's just what I said, Mrs G! b. He's a lot taller you.
Oliver: Yeah, maybe the pizza at La Bella Napoli isn't as good as I remember. c. He's a lot taller from you.
Daisy: Thanks a lot, Mum ... I like the pizza there. Obviously not as good as the pizza you get 3. a. She's worst than me at maths.
to eat in Rome, but it's absolutely fine! Shall we speak tomorrow, Mum? b. She's worse than me at maths.
Sophie: OK, love, enjoy your pizza. c. She's more bad than me at maths.
4. a. He's the most good in the team at goal scoring.
Daisy: Oh, I really fancied a pizza ... until Mum called. b. He's the best in the team at goal scoring.
Oliver: Yeah, me too, but thinking about the pizza in Rome... c. He's best in the team at goal scoring.
Alfie: It sounded so delicious! 5. a. This pizza isn't as good as Alfie's.
Oliver: How about fish and chips? b. This pizza isn't as good Alfie's.
Daisy: Good idea, you can't go wrong with fish and chips. c. This pizza isn't as best Alfie's.
Alfie: Yeah, you know what they say ... When in Rome ... 6. a. It's frighteninger if you look down.
Oliver: When in Rome? What do you mean? b. It's more frightening if you look down.
Alfie: You know that saying ... When in Rome, do as the Romans do. c. It's the frightening if you look down.
Oliver: Ah ... 7. a. Where's the most cheap place to eat?
Daisy: Fish and chips it is then - but should we go to Hubbard's or The Dolphin? b. Where's the more cheap place to eat?
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Exercise 1. Complete the gaps with a question word:
Daisy: Hi, I'm home! What Where How How often When Why Who whose
Oliver: Hi there, I didn't know you were out. I thought you were still in bed. What have you 1. A: are you going on holiday?
got that bag for? Where have you been? B: Next Friday.
Daisy: I've been swimming! This is the new me. No more lying in bed on Sunday mornings. 2. A: are you going?
I want to get fit again. It's been a long, lazy summer! B: Croatia.
Oliver: Oh yeah? What's all that about? Or rather ... who have you met? 3. A: bought the tickets?
Daisy: No one! I went with a new girl in my class - Amy. She's cool. Anyway, what about B: My mum did.
you? Why are you having breakfast so late? Who were you out with last night? 4. A: do you go on holiday?
Oliver: Would you like some tea? I went to the cinema with Alfie and a couple of others, B: Once every two years.
then we went for a curry in town. It was cool. 5. A: don't you go more often?
Daisy: That sounds like a good night. What did you see? B: Because we don't want to.
Oliver: Dale wanted to see that new sci-fi thriller, the one with ... oh, what's his name? 6. A: do you do the other years?
Daisy: I know the film. What was it like? B: We relax in the garden and visit friends.
Oliver: Not bad. The curry afterwards was better though. We had a laugh. 7. A: do you choose your holiday destination?
Daisy: Speaking of laughs, do you want to see something funny? B: We use the internet.
Oliver: Go on then. 8. A: And idea was it to go to Croatia?
Daisy: Tara! What do you think? Does it suit me? B: Our neighbours recommended it.
Oliver: What do you look like!!?? Can you get it? It's behind you. Exercise 2. Circle the correct sentence.
Daisy: Ummm, ah, it's Mum. Hi, Mum! How's Africa? 1. a. What you have for lunch? / b. What did you have for lunch? / c. What had you for lunch?
Sophie: Hi, honey! Africa's very well, thank you! How are you? 2. a. Who is that letter from? / b. From who is that letter? / c. Who is from that letter?
Daisy: Haha. You're in Tanzania, aren't you? What's it like? 3. a. She always sings in the shower? / b. Sings she always in the shower? /
Sophie: Oh, it's amazing! Absolutely gorgeous. I'm at the coast now, near Dar-es-Salaam - it's c. Does she always sing in the shower?
wonderful. And the last few days have been perfect. I've taken so many photos! 4. a. Can we go and visit Gran? / b. We can go and visit Gran? / c. Can go and visit Gran?
Daisy: Yeah? What have you been taking pictures of? 5. a. Who you bought those boots? / b. Who bought you those boots? /
Sophie: Well, I've been to Lake Victoria - incredible, it's as big as a sea and the sunrises, oh, c. Who did buy you those boots?
with the fishing boats ... and I've been to Arusha, near Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru. 6. a. Do you go to the cinema how often? / b. How often do you go to the cinema? /
They're both snow- capped volcanoes in the north - very impressive - and I've spent c. How often you go to the cinema?
two days in the Serengeti National Park. 7. a. What did he in Germany? / b. What he did in Germany? / c. What did he do in Germany?
Daisy: Did you see any lions? Or giraffes? 8. a. Would you like another piece of cake? / b. Do you would like another piece of cake? /
Sophie: Oh yes!! And, and ... well, a lot of animals. What an experience! I am so lucky! c. Do you like another piece of cake?
Daisy: Did you get many good photos? Stupid question, right? Exercise 3. Write the words in the correct order to make questions.
Sophie: Ha ha. Yes, hundreds! I'll be home on Monday - shall we get some pizzas and look at 1. to Who were you ? talking
my photos? Just the three of us? …………………………………………………………………………………….
Daisy: Yeah, cool! Hey, shall I pass you to Oliver? He's here with me ... 2. are at they ? looking What
Sophie: OK, thanks love. ……………………………………………………………………………………
Oliver: Hi, Mum ... no, I'm fine! It's just ... no, nothing ... how are you? 3. music ? down the you Could turn
……………………………………………………………………………………
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Ollie: What time is it? Oh, hi, Mum. It’s a bit early, isn’t it? Exercise 1. Complete the sentences with a word from the list.
Sophie: Oh, yes, I suppose it is. Look, Ollie, I’ve got to ask you a really huge favour … Negative , 'be', 'do', auxiliary, positive
Ollie: Slow down, Mum. I’m not awake yet. 1. If the main part of the sentence is positive, we add a ….. question tag.
Sophie: Sorry, love. It’s just that I’ve got a bit of a problem. I’ve broken down … 2. If the main part of the sentence is negative, we add a ….. question tag.
Ollie: Hang on, you’re in a desert in the middle of Australia, aren’t you? 3. If the sentence contains an ….. verb or modal verb, we use that for the question tag.
Sophie: It’s not exactly a desert, you know. It’s called the outback. 4. The other exception is the verb ….. - we use that for the question tag if it appears in the
Ollie: Mum! It’s really dangerous to get stuck out there! main part of the sentence.
Sophie: It’s not so bad, but I need you to find someone in Alice Springs who will come and 5. If the main part of the sentence contains a different verb, we make the question tag using
get me. Tell them that I’m about two hours away on the Stuart Highway, south of Alice. I ….. , in the correct form.
can’t look for information because there’s no mobile coverage here and I can’t get the internet.
Ollie: So how are you phoning me? Exercise 2. Choose the correct tag to complete the questions.
Sophie: On my satellite phone, of course. 1. It's next to the supermarket, don't it? / isn't it?
Daisy: What’s going on? Mum isn’t in trouble, is she? 2. You've met my brother before, don't you? / haven't you?
Ollie: Yes … 3. He was born in 1970, didn't he? / wasn't he?
Sophie: No, I’m fine. I’ve got plenty of food and water. 4. Bela can help, can't she? / doesn't she?
Ollie: But it must be really hot out there. 5. I'm right, aren't I? / am I?
Daisy: Oh, we told you not to drive in the outback on your own, didn’t we? 6. You can't drive down your road, can't you? / can you?
Sophie: Listen, you two, I’m absolutely fine. I just need a bit of help with a phone call. 7. They won't be late, will they? / are they?
These things happen when you travel independently. You can’t expect to see the world 8. You're coming tomorrow, aren't you? / do you?
without a few little problems.
Daisy: Uh oh, I can feel the travel versus tourism lecture coming on. Exercise 3. Write the correct verb to complete the question tag.
Sophie: That’s enough from you two. Ollie, the satellite number is on the fridge. Give me a 1. It’s a lovely day, ….. it?
call when you’ve arranged something. 2. That pasta wasn’t very good, ….. it?
Ollie: OK, Mum, it’s your phone bill. Keep cool! 3. He didn’t wash up, ….. he?
Sophie: I’ll try. Bye loves, and thanks! 4. You couldn’t check my homework, ….. you?
Ollie: I think she might be getting a bit old for this sort of travelling, don’t you? 5. I’m going in your car, ….. I?
Daisy: Nah, she’ll be OK. She’s a lot tougher than you or me. I can’t imagine her doing 6. You booked the tickets, ….. you?
anything else, can you? 7. She's finished, ….. she?
8. He eats meat, ….. he?
9. They're coming tomorrow, ….. they?
10. You've been to Paris, ….. you?

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 PRESENT PERFECT EXERCISES
SIMPLE AND CONTINUOUS
Exercise 1. Complete the sentences using the verb in brackets in the present perfect
Amy: So is your mum home? simple or continuous.
Daisy: No, she's not. She's … Ollie? Where's Mum? I've forgotten. 1. I (write) five emails today.
Oliver: In Dubai. She's been writing about the architecture there. 2. Sorry the kitchen's a mess. Ollie (cook).
Daisy: Ah, yeah. She's been travelling so much recently. I never remember where she is. 3. Sorry I'm late! Have you (wait) long?
Why? What were you going to ask her? 4. He (learn) English for six years.
Amy: Oh, nothing much. My Chinese teacher has given me some homework to interview 'an 5. I (see) that film! It was terrible.
interesting person', and translate it into Chinese for Monday. And your mum's been 6. They've been playing for forty minutes but no one (score) a goal yet.
writing her blog for years now, hasn't she? She's already visited lots of places, and 7. We (know) each other for years.
hasn't she won some awards? 8. I really need a break! I (revise) all morning!
Daisy: She's only won one. But yeah, she won a big award earlier this year. Anyway, Oliver's 9. Hey, you look different. Have you (change) your hair?
just made some cake. Do you want some? Mum 'll probably call soon. And if she 10. Can we go if we (finish)?
doesn't, you can interview Oliver! 11. Your hands are really dirty! What have you (do)?
Amy: Oliver? Your brother, Oliver??? 12. Who (eat) all the cake?! There's none left.
Daisy: Yeah, why not? He's going to be a master chef, you know. He's been learning to make Exercise 2. Read the sentences and circle the correct option.
amazing food and he's been practising his baking too. And he's travelled loads! 1. He's waiting for Amy. He arrived 40 minutes ago.
Amy: OK, you've convinced me! a. He's been waiting for 40 minutes.
Daisy: Hi! How's Dubai? b. He waits for 40 minutes.
Sophie: Fine, it's good. There's a constant mist of desert sand, but it's an interesting place. c. He's waited for Amy for 40 minutes.
Particularly considering the city has only really been here a couple of decades. It was 2. Sophie is planning to buy souvenirs. 1t's on her list of things to do.
a port for a long time before, but the modern city of Dubai is new. a. Sophie's already bought souvenirs.
Daisy: What have you seen so far? b. Sophie hasn't bought souvenirs already.
Sophie: Well, I've been in the Burj Khalifa - the tallest building - the one in that film with c. Sophie hasn't bought souvenirs yet.
Tom Cruise. It's incredible! And I've eaten at the Burj Al Arab too! That's the hotel 3. Sophie wanted to visit the Burj Al Arab hotel. She went there two days ago.
that looks like a yacht sail. It is so luxurious! I haven't been to the palm tree island a. Sophie hasn't been to the Burj Al Arab hotel yet.
yet, that's tomorrow. b. Sophie has already been to the Burj Al Arab hotel.
Daisy: Have you bought any souvenirs? A Ferrari? c. Sophie has just been to the Burj Al Arab hotel.
Sophie: Ha! No, I haven't had time yet but I'll bring you something, even if it's only sand! 4. I don't know what octopus tastes like!
a. I haven't been trying octopus.
b. I've already tried octopus.
c. I've never tried octopus.
5. Ollie took his cake out of the oven a moment ago.
a. Ollie has been making a cake.
b. Ollie has just made a cake.
c. Ollie hasn't made a cake yet.
6. He's learning how to make Japanese food. He started his course in April.
a. He's been learning how to cook Japanese food since April.
b. He's already learnt how to cook Japanese food.
c. He learnt how to cook Japanese food in April.
7. The first thing she did was go to a traditional restaurant.
a. She's already tried the local food.
b. She's never tried the local food.
c. She hasn't tried the local food yet.
8. We didn't have English class this morning. 1t's the last lesson, later today.
a. We haven't had English already.
b. We haven't had English yet.
c. We've just had English.

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 REPORTED SPEECH EXERCISES

Sophie: Mmm, it's so nice to be chilling out at home after all that running around. Exercise 1. Draw a line to match the direct and indirect (reported) speech forms.
Ollie: Oh, yeah, travelling to glamorous places for a living must be such a drag! Direct speech Reported speech
Ollie: Mum, you can be so childish sometimes. Hey, I wonder how Daisy's getting on in her 1. Present simple a. Past perfect
job interview. 2. Present continuous b. Past simple
Sophie: Oh, yes, she said she was having it at four o'clock, so it'll have finished by now. 3. Past simple c. Past continuous
That'll be her ... yes. Hi, love. How did it go? 4. 'will' d. 'could'
Daisy: Well, good I think, but I don't really know. They said they'd phone later and let me 5. 'can' e. 'the next day'
know. 6. 'tomorrow' f. 'would'
Sophie: What kind of thing did they ask you?
Daisy: They asked if I had any experience with people, so I told them about helping at the Exercise 2. Correct and write these sentences on the line below.
school fair and visiting old people at the home, that sort of stuff. But I think they meant 1. He said her that he loved her.
work experience. …………………………………………………………………………………
Sophie: I'm sure what you said was impressive. They can't expect you to have had much work 2. She said she knows the answer.
experience at your age. …………………………………………………………………………………
Daisy: And then they asked me what acting I had done, so I told them that I'd had a main part 3. Ryan said had bought the tickets.
in the school play, and I showed them a bit of the video, so that was cool. …………………………………………………………………………………
Sophie: Great! 4. She told me don't speak in the library.
Daisy: Oh, and they also asked if I spoke any foreign languages. …………………………………………………………………………………
Sophie: Languages? 5. Sara asked if had he finished.
Daisy: Yeah, because I might have to talk to tourists, you know. …………………………………………………………………………………
Sophie: Oh, right, of course. 6. She asked me where was my sister.
Daisy: So that was it really. They showed me the costume I'll be wearing if I get the job. …………………………………………………………………………………
Sending it over ... 7. They asked me come back later.
Ollie: Hey, sis, I heard that Brad Pitt started out as a giant chicken too! This could be your big …………………………………………………………………………………
break! 8. She asked did I spoke French.
Daisy: Ha, ha, very funny. …………………………………………………………………………………
Sophie: Take no notice, darling. I'm sure you'll be a marvellous chicken.
Exercise 3. Write the bold sentence in reported speech.
1. 'I feel ill.'
Sandra said .
2. 'I'm going into town.'
Mark said .
3. 'I studied music for five years.'
Alex said .
4. 'I've been to Shanghai.'
She said .
5. 'We can help you.'
Will said .
6. 'It will rain on Tuesday.'
The weather forecast said on Tuesday.
7. 'What's your name?'
The police officer asked me .
8. 'Are you over eighteen?'
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 PASSIVE FORMS EXERCISES

Sophie: Hello? Hi? Can you hear me? I'm outside the hotel. My room is being cleaned. It's a Exercise 1. Write the words in the correct order to make sentences.
bit noisy. 1. stolen! My wallet been has
Oliver: Yeah, I can hear you, Mum. How's China? ………………………………………………………………………………
Sophie: Amazing. I'm in Zhangjiajie. 2. repaired. Our being television is
Oliver: Where? ………………………………………………………………………………
Sophie: Zhangjiajie National Park. It's been used in a lot of films. I was told the scenery in 3. bags made are These by hand.
Avatar was based on the landscape here. …………………………………………………………………………………
Oliver: Really? Wow! Has it got mountains a bit like fingers? 4. made The one week! film was in
Sophie: Yeah, that's the place. ………………………………………………………………………………
Oliver: So, how do you get up the mountains? Can you? 5. not to were They asked do that.
Sophie: One mountain has an enormous lift, the biggest outdoor elevator in the world, so I've …………………………………………………………………………………
been informed. It takes you right to the top. It was fantastic! 6. decided will be The winners next week.
Oliver: What else have you seen? …………………………………………………………………………………
Sophie: Well, I met some local girls wearing regional costume. They were absolutely 7. The Hunger were books. based Games films on a series of
gorgeous. They're decorated with bands of flowers and there's a lot of red. …………………………………………………………………………………
Oliver: Ah, nice, but don't even think about it as a Christmas present! 8. Over sold. three million have DVDs of Avatar been
Sophie: OK, got the message! …………………………………………………………………………………
Oliver: Good! What are you up to tomorrow?
Sophie: Well, we're going to Baofeng Lake. I think loads of films have been made there too. Exercise 2. Complete the sentences using the passive.
It's going to be fascinating. 1. The theatre has cancelled the play.
Oliver: Cool. What about the language? Have you learned any Mandarin? = The play ____________________________ by the theatre.
Sophie: Not much, to be honest. My guide translates for us. She's the best! Anyway! I'll call 2. Did someone tell the students about the trip?
tomorrow and I'm back on Saturday. I hope to find everything clean and tidy … = Were ____________________________ about the trip?
you've been warned!! 3. They haven't announced the opening date yet.
Oliver: Yeah, Mum. Have a great day tomorrow - look forward to seeing the photos. Bye. = The opening date ____________________________ yet.
Sophie: Love you. 4. A car hit my dog.
= My dog ____________________________ by a car.
5. Someone had burgled his house.
= His house ____________________________.
6. Students will organise the party themselves.
= The party ____________________________ by students themselves.
7. Clare didn't write that note.
= That note ____________________________ by Clare.
8. Someone is painting our classroom.
= Our classroom ____________________________ painted.
9. People saw a meteorite over the North Pole.
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 CONDITIONALS - TYPE I & II EXERCISES

Oliver: Hey, how's Iceland? Exercise 1. Match the two sentence halves and write a-h next to the numbers 1-8.
Sophie: I love it. 1. If they don't stop that noise, a. if I ate that.
Oliver: Oh, what a surprise! 2. If I had enough money for a holiday, b. unless I have to babysit.
Sophie: It is actually. I don't normally like camping! 3. If you can't repair your headphones, c. I'll go next door and complain.
Oliver: If I had the opportunity to visit places like that, I wouldn't complain! 4. I'd be ill d. you might need to buy new ones.
Sophie: What's the matter with you today, Ollie? 5. If we had more space at home, e. if you fancy a chat.
Oliver: Ah, nothing really. 6. Ice cream melts f. I'd go to Iceland.
Sophie: If you don't tell me, I'll just keep asking ... 7. I'll see you on Saturday night g. we could have a dog.
Oliver: Hmm. Yesterday, you were so excited, you didn't ask about my exam! 8. Call me h. if you don't keep it in the freezer.
Sophie: Oh, Ollie! I'm so sorry. You're more important to me than camping and volcanoes!
Oliver: Well, it doesn't always feel like it. Exercise 2. Circle the correct verb form to complete the conditional sentences.
Sophie: If I promise to travel less, will you forgive me? 1. If the bus is late, I 'll be /'d be / was late for school.
Oliver: No. Because you won't travel less. You love it. And if you travelled less because of 2. I'll phone Charlie from home later if I remembered / remember /'ll remember .
me, I'd feel worse. So … it's not an option. 3. If I go to the shops this afternoon, I buy /'ll buy / would buy some chocolate for you.
Sophie: You don't make it easy! Seriously, honey, I don't think I knew about the exam. 4. If I have / would / had enough money, you know I'd lend it to you.
If I'd known, I would have asked, you know that. 5. I can / could /'ll borrow my parents' car if I had my driving licence.
Oliver: Well, anyway. Have you been near that volcano? What's its name? 6. I wouldn't / won't / not tell anyone if you tell me.
Sophie: Even if I had three days of classes, I wouldn't be able to say it, I don't think. 7. If there's any cake left, I had / would have /'ll have another piece.
Wait, I can't say it unless I read it - Eyjafjallajokull. There are about 30 active 8. If you had three wishes, what did / would / will you wish for?
volcanoes in Iceland; the eruption in 2010 of Eyja … of that volcano really wasn't so
serious. If it hadn't affected flights, we wouldn't have heard much about it. There's a Exercise 3. Write one word to complete each conditional sentence.
bigger volcano near it - with a shorter name too - Katla. I've been to see that. 1. If I enough money, I'd buy a car.
The landscape here's awesome ... You can't imagine what it's like. 2. If I to Dan's party, I'll call you.
Oliver: No? Well, I'll never go unless you take me. 3. I sleep better if I didn't have to share a room.
Sophie: Darling, please … 4. you call me when you get there?
Oliver: Sorry. What's it like? 5. If I have too much homework to do this weekend, I'll come out with you.
Sophie: It's beautiful. Water, rock, ice, lava, geysers … there aren't many trees, obviously. 6. I'd really bored without my phone!
I'll send photos later. 7. If you regular exercise, you'll feel a lot better.
Oliver: Look, do you want to speak to Daisy? 8. You don't need to call me unless you a problem.
Sophie: Ollie, love?
Oliver: I'll be OK. Let's talk tomorrow.
Sophie: OK. Hi, Daisy.
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Exercise 1. Match the two sentence halves and write a-g next to the numbers 1-7.
Daisy: Right, I think we're almost ready. I just hope everyone arrives soon so we can hide 1. I wouldn't have overslept a. if you'd asked.
before Amy gets here. 2. If she had gone to bed earlier, b. you wouldn't have been so stressed
Ollie: What time did you tell people to come? at the last minute.
Daisy: About now, and Amy half an hour later. 3. I could have lent you the money c. she wouldn't have been so tired.
Ollie: Mmm, but most of our friends arrive late and Amy's usually early. 4. They wouldn't have found out d. if you had studied medicine.
Daisy: It'll be OK, I told them to be on time. They'll all be here in a minute. 5. You could have been a doctor e. if my alarm clock had gone off.
Alfie: Oh, hi, Amy. I bet we're the first to arrive. 6. If you'd been more organised, f. they wouldn't have had
Amy: Hello. First for what? so many problems.
Alfie:The party, of course. The surprise party. 7. If they'd taken my advice, g. if you hadn't told them.
Amy: I came to revise a bit with Daisy. Nobody told me anything about a party!
Alfie: They must have just forgotten. You can revise another day, can't you? Exercise 2. Write the words in the correct order to make sentences.
Amy: Yes, but I haven't brought anything, and if I'd known, I would have worn something 1. have told me. would if remembered I you'd
nicer. .......................................................................................................................................
Alfie: I'll say my present is from both of us, and you look great, you always look great. 2. would had have revised more, passed the exam. she If she
Um, well, let's go in, shall we? .......................................................................................................................................
Daisy: What are you doing here!? 3. the train If we have hadn't missed we would arrived on time.
Alfie: We're here for the party of course. The surprise party. .......................................................................................................................................
Daisy: Well, it's not a surprise any more, is it? 4. If been there have met him. you'd could you
Alfie: What do you mean? .......................................................................................................................................
Ollie: It was a surprise party for Amy, you idiot. 5. I If could have I'd known helped.
Amy and Alfie: Ohhhh. .......................................................................................................................................
Alfie: Well, nobody told me. I thought it was for Sophie. 6. if could have gone wanted to. You you'd
Ollie: I did tell you. If you didn't play video games at the same time as you read your texts … .......................................................................................................................................
Alfie: I definitely would've remembered if you'd told me!
Amy: Listen, it doesn't matter! I think it's really, really sweet of you to have a party for me. Exercise 3. Complete the sentences using the third conditional.
And I am surprised. I couldn't be more surprised! 1. He didn't get the job. He couldn't buy a bigger flat.
Daisy: Ah, good. Happy birthday for two days ago! = If he'd got the job, a bigger flat.
Amy: Thanks a lot, Daisy, and Ollie. It's a lovely surprise! 2. You didn't say you were sorry. She left.
Daisy: It would've been even better if Alfie hadn't ruined it! = She wouldn't have left if you were sorry.
3. You didn't tell us earlier. We didn't do anything.
= We could have done something us earlier.
4. You stopped quickly. We didn't crash.
= If you hadn't stopped quickly, crashed.
5. You didn't listen to me. This happened.
= This never would have happened if you to me.
6. You didn't apply for the job. You didn't get an interview.
= You might if you'd applied for the job.
7. I went to the party. You persuaded me to go.
= I wouldn't have me to go.
8. I didn't know she was coming. I didn't wait for her.
= I would if I'd known she was coming.
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