Handout 1

POSITIVE EXPERIENCES
A Match the two parts to make complete sentences.
1 Tom told Henry it would be an honor   a helping those less fortunate.
2 Ted is a good influence on   b is very beneficial to one’s health.
3 Anne’s devoted her life to   c but you learn a lot and it’s worthwhile in the end.
4 It’s a long, difficult course,   d his younger brother, Louis.
5 Eating fresh fruits and vegetables   e can make a difference over time.
6 Making even a small contribution to help f to be best man at his friend’s wedding.
the environment

B Choose the correct word or phrase to complete each sentence.

1 Jennie gets satisfaction out of / reassures getting good grades.
2 Alice valued / reassured her sister not to worry – everything would be OK.
3 A mother doesn’t value / take pleasure in punishing her children.
4 Harold always values / reassures Roger’s opinion.
5 Will this book be of use / get satisfaction to you, or can I have it?
6 Older siblings should be a good influence / be of use on younger siblings.
7 It would be of use / be an honor to serve my country.
8 John makes a difference / makes a contribution to the local homeless shelter each month.
9 It can be beneficial / be of use to take vitamins.
10 Linda takes pleasure / devoted her life to teaching.