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UNIT 01
UNIT 01, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS: RELATIONSHIPS 1
Me and my mother argue all the time, unfortunately. We’re always falling out with each other.
Are Laura and Simon still close? No, she’s really gone off him.
My teammates were relying on me to produce a match-winning performance. Sadly, I couldn’t, and I feel I’ve
let everyone down.
Who did you use to admire when you were growing up? I always looked up to my older brother, Kabbir.
It’s really difficult to see who Noah looks more similar to. He doesn’t seem to have taken after his mother
more than his father or vice versa.
There are some people you just have a natural connection with. From the start, I had that with my friend Clare.
We hit it off immediately.
Sadly, Chris thinks he’s better than all of us. He seems to look down on us all the time.
How will we get through these tough times? We’ll just have to stick together.
Sarah had an argument with Emma last week and now they’re not talking to each other. Sarah fell out with
Emma last week and now they’re not talking to each other.
Don’t worry, we’ll do well because we can always count on Rafa.
UNIT 01, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS: RELATIONSHIPS 2
Lola had four kittens, with three of them looking almost exactly like her. However, one of the kittens didn’t
seem to take after her at all because of his long hair.
Is there a famous historical person you respect most for their contribution to society? I especially look up to
Nelson Mandela.
I used to enjoy Linda’s company, but now I don’t know what I saw in her. I’ve really gone off her.
Why is Fernando so upset? He feels he’s let his family down.
When you live with friends for the first time, it’s natural that there’ll be some minor arguments. Falling out
with them is totally understandable.
Thierry said that he could only count on himself to win games after his teammate Bobby disappointed him
once again.
Sandra had been delaying making the decision to become single again, but she couldn’t wait any longer. After
their latest argument, she finished with Darren, and they went their separate ways.
Do Liz and Robin have a natural connection? Yeah, they hit it off instantly.
It’s too easy for wealthy business owners not to respect their employees. Sadly, it’s fairly common for
employees to be looked down on by their richer bosses.
We’ll be able to cope with anything if we stick together.
UNIT 01, GRAMMAR, PRESENT PERFECT SIMPLE AND CONTINUOUS 1
I’m so tired. I’ve been rushing around everywhere looking for you.
Do you like going abroad? Yes, I’ve travelled to many countries.
I don’t know what that is. I’ve never seen that before.
I feel I’m ready for the tennis competition. I’ve been training for it so much in the last six months.
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Are you new here? No, I’ve been visiting/visited this place since I was a kid.
Jay works at our local university. He’s been teaching there for years.
Why do you look so happy? I’ve finally decided to spend a year studying Spanish in Madrid.
In my time coming to these events, I’ve met hundreds of really interesting people.
Sam’s shed was an absolute mess, but recently she’s been reorganising it and soon it’ll start to look really tidy.
Is that your third blog post? Actually, I’ve posted over ten now.
Mariam isn’t ready to hand in her essay. She’s been working on it all night but will need another hour.
Does Alasdair often go to watch sports matches live? No, I think he’s only attended two or three games.
I know this neighbourhood very well. I’ve only ever lived in this town.
I don’t know if I’ll ever find that jacket in the colour I want. I’ve been looking for it for weeks now.
Paulina has been staying at our place for a few weeks while her flat is being decorated.
My hands are covered in paint because I’ve been painting my room since the morning. If I keep going, it’ll be
finished soon!
Do you know where Pete is? I haven’t seen him for weeks.
Living in Tokyo is surprising. I thought it would be really expensive, but I haven’t spent as much as I expected.
Sorry I’m late. How long have you been waiting for me?
In her free time, Nicky’s already taught herself to play the piano.
I really want to go on a cheap holiday. I’ve been checking online for the last two weeks to see if anything good
is available.
Do you see your grandparents often? I haven’t visited them much recently./I haven’t been visiting them
much recently.
I’m lost. I’ve been going around in circles for ages trying to find my way.
Charlotte, stop playing with your phone in class! Have you been listening to anything I’ve said?
Why does Janet look so stressed? She’s been working long hours this month.
I’m sorry, this letter isn’t for me. Mr Holt hasn’t been living here for years.
Why is Chris always late for work? He’s recently been taking his kids to nursery.
You’ve got so many old coins. Have you been collecting them for a long time?
The kitchen is really messy. Have the children been cooking you breakfast again?
Paula’s been working on her project for over a month, but she’s still nowhere near finished.
UNIT 01, VOCABULARY, COLLOCATIONS WITH MAKE AND DO 1
I need to see the doctor. Can I make an appointment?

Nouns with do: a favour/a course/exercise/work
People often say that it’s very unwise to do business with friends or family. It will always end badly.
Are you busy tomorrow? Yes, I’ve made an arrangement with Sam to see a film.
To be a doctor, you need to do a degree in medicine, and this usually takes many years.
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The school sports coach was very disappointed with the slow race times of her students. She thought they
weren’t making any effort.
Could you do me a favour and look after my cat for a few hours?
Are you free now? I’m just doing a job for Nick but will be available in ten minutes.
It’s OK that you can’t do it, but in future, please don’t make promises you can’t keep.
I can’t come to dinner as I’ve arranged to meet Simon. I can’t come to dinner as I’ve made plans with Simon.
UNIT 01, VOCABULARY, COLLOCATIONS WITH MAKE AND DO 2
Peter’s bedroom is so messy. He never makes the bed or put his clothes away.
Nouns with make: an arrangement/a plan/a promise/an appointment
It’s important for children to go to after school clubs so that they can have fun and do activities with other
children.
Your essay is good but I’d suggest making a few changes to the conclusion.
Indecisive people find it very difficult to make quick decisions, especially under pressure.
After the holidays, it’s very common for people to say that they are going to do some exercise to get back in
shape.
Jason always dresses smartly. He loves making a good impression when he meets people for the first time.
Nouns with make: an impression/a plan/a promise/an appointment
Nouns with do: the shopping/a course/work/a favour/exercise
I wouldn’t worry too much about it. Everyone makes mistakes. Just try to learn from it.
Sarah has tried very hard to ensure everybody feels welcome. Sarah has really made an effort to ensure
everybody feels welcome.
UNIT 02
UNIT 02, GRAMMAR, MAKING COMPARISONS 1
The larger the city, the easier it is to find a job.

London is by far the biggest city in the UK.
Brazil has a stronger economy than Argentina.
The older we get the more difficult it is to learn to drive.
I think that sudoku are less difficult than crossword puzzles.
The more popular the restaurant, the harder it is to get a reservation.
The oldest person in the world lived to the age of 122.
The harder the exam the longer you will need to spend studying.
Dogs are not as easy as cats to look after as they need to be walked every day.
Tokyo is the most expensive city in the world to live in.
The north of England is much less expensive than the south to live.
The New York Yankees are by far the best baseball team in the USA.
The parcel was enormous. It was almost as big as me!
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The beach we went to was slightly further/farther away, but much less crowded.
That was easily the most difficult exam I’ve ever taken. I couldn’t answer half of the questions.
The film was far better than I thought it would be.
The exam was much more difficult than we all thought it would be.
Mark’s exam results were easily/by far the highest in the school.
My father is only slightly taller than my mother.
The pizza I had in Italy was by far the best pizza I’ve ever tasted.
Our trip to Hawaii was easily the best trip we’ve ever been on.
The more powerful the vehicle’s engine, the faster it travels.
The day I won the prize was by far the happiest day of my life.
Our meal in the restaurant wasn’t quite as good as the last one we had.
The maths exam was far easier than I thought it would be.
My brother is almost as tall as me.
We all agreed it was the worst film we had ever seen.
The sea was as clear as glass.
Sarah’s exam results were slightly worse than her sister’s.
Our house isn’t quite as big as our neighbours’ house.
UNIT 02, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS AND EXPRESSIONS 1
Life is full of surprises. Opportunities can come along when you least expect them.
Words that can make phrasal verbs with come: along/up against/across
After I lost my job, I threw myself into my music.
Why did you buy that car? It just ticked all the right boxes for me.
Their opponents were definitely the favourites. They had never come up against a team as strong as that
before.
After receiving a good luck card from Anika, Suki was so pleased that she could always count on her old friend
to do the right thing.
With ten miles until the nearest petrol station, Adam was concerned that they would run out of fuel before
they got there.
Where did you find the wallet? I just came across it on the bus.
Dua Lipa’s career took off after she was signed to a major record label in 2015. Dua Lipa got her big break/a
big break when she was signed to a major record label in 2015.
Despite playing his best ever game, Ivan eventually lost against the champion. Ivan can be very pleased with
his performance even though he ended up losing against the best player.
UNIT 02, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS AND EXPRESSIONS 2
The course sounded perfect, thought Sandra. It just ticked all the right boxes.
Phrasal verbs and expressions starting with come: along/across
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Matt only became a famous actor by chance when he was spotted doing a solo performance. That was
definitely his big break.
Will you come and watch my performance? I’m really nervous and need support. Sure! You can always count
on me.
Having trained so much in the last month, she ended up making the correct decisions on the pitch almost
every single time.
Stephen was by far the toughest opponent Daniel had ever come up against.
The house ticked all the right boxes, so they bought it.
Why did the teacher get so annoyed? Everyone just went on talking on and on in class.
Ben was winning, but as he approached the final lap, he started to become really tired. With just one lap
remaining, Ben felt that he was beginning to run out of energy.
To be an actor, you need to throw yourself into it when you get a chance.
UNIT 02, GRAMMAR, ADJECTIVES WITH -ING AND -ED 1
We were not completely satisfied with the quality of the product.

The subject of our latest lecture was really fascinating.
She was not amused by the trick we played on her.
When I’m feeling a bit depressed, I often eat more chocolate than usual.
I find it irritating when you leave the kitchen in a mess.
You must be exhausted after your long journey.
He did some research involving apps for learning languages.
The cakes on display in the café looked really appealing.
The film was good, but a bit depressing.
He seemed to be prejudiced against the younger students.
She added salt to the cookies instead of sugar by mistake, which made them taste disgusting!
I’m finding all of this cold grey weather really depressing.
We were astonished by how clean the house was when they left.
The title of the book was appealing to me when I saw it in the shop.
His talk was quite amusing, which kept us entertained.
I’ve been getting easily irritated with my brother these days.
I’m finding working and studying at the same time really exhausting.
I wasn’t really involved in the project myself. I just heard about it in a meeting.
When I was satisfied that they had done their homework, I let them watch television.
I find it surprising that there were no women on the interview panel.
I’ve always found my mother’s side of the family fascinating.

She looked exhausted when I saw her in the supermarket. She must have had a late night.
It is astonishing to me that she thinks she can pass all her exams without studying.
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I was surprised to find a large parcel on my doorstep.

They talked all the way through the film. I was disgusted by their behaviour.
The photographs of the beaches and blue skies looked very appealing.
Am I supposed to find this amusing?
A lot of people like Rosemary, but I find her really irritating.
He wrote a comedy show involving three friends who share an apartment.
I often feel depressed on Sunday evenings because the weekend is over.
UNIT 03
UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, PAST SIMPLE, PAST CONTINUOUS AND USED TO 1
A: Did you go to the party last night? B: No, I had to study.

A: Why didn’t you call me last night? B: I was waiting for you to call me.
I was attending secondary school in Mexico City when I received a scholarship to study in London.
Sorry I’m late. I was waiting for my phone to charge before I left.
A: Where is Brendan? B: He left to go to work.
I was looking out of the window of the train when I felt a tap on my shoulder.
I wonder what Sam is doing now. When I last spoke to him, he was writing a book.
What were you doing in London yesterday?
I recently joined a running club. I am really enjoying it.
When I first met Richard, he was sitting alone in a coffee shop.
When I was a child, I didn’t use to eat my vegetables, but now I love them!
A: Do you need help with your bags? B: No thanks – I didn’t bring much with me.
I used to watch TV in the evenings, but now I’m usually too tired.
I used to go swimming every day, but now I hardly ever go.
A: I’m so tired. B: Didn’t you sleep well?
I didn’t see Helen at the party. I thought she would be there.
A: When did you start your course? B: I started last year.
I used to watch cartoons on television.
I used to meet up with my old school friends regularly, but now we’re all too busy.
In the past I was really unhealthy, but now I take regular exercise. I used to be really unhealthy, but now I take
regular exercise.
I didn’t pass all of my exams last year, so I had to repeat a year.

I was getting ready to go out when the doorbell rang.
A: Where were you studying before you came here? B: I wasn’t studying. I was working in a bank.
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When we arrived, the store was closing, but we were able to quickly buy some food.
I visited New York last year. It was incredible!
I wanted to go to the cinema with my friends, but I was studying for an exam.
A: What were you doing at the travel agent’s? B: I was booking a flight home.
Rose was getting off the bus when she saw Clive.
I spent the weekend with my cousins. It was really nice to see them.
Yesterday I entered a competition to win a trip to Dubai.
UNIT 03, VOCABULARY, HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES 1
We’ve been really busy every day, so I think I’m going to spend this morning chilling out at the hotel.
Things you can do in the water: cool down/go on a cruise
We decided to spend the afternoon wandering around the small village.
My friends have hired a boat to sail around the Greek Islands.
I walked all the way to the end of the island to photograph the cliffs.
The top of the cliff has amazing views. You can’t stay there long, but it’s a great place to take a selfie.
It was so hot that we had to jump in the pool to cool down.
Because it was so late, we decided to stay up to watch the sunrise.
We enjoyed socialising with other people in the hotel bar.
I signed up for a boat trip tomorrow.
UNIT 03, VOCABULARY, HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES 2
We went trekking in the mountains for 3 days with a brilliant guide.

Things you can do indoors: socialise/stay up
My brother likes to photograph street art when he goes on holiday.
My friends hired a car and drove around California.
When I travel alone, I stay in youth hostels, as there are more opportunities to socialise with other guests.
I don’t like to do too many activities on holiday. I prefer to chill out on the beach.
We went on a lovely cruise around the islands.
The tour that I signed up for begins very early in the morning.
My skin turns brown easily in the sun. I can get a tan/tan easily in the sun.
I took a selfie next to that famous painting.
UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, AT, IN AND ON IN TIME PHRASES 1
The bus is late. It was supposed to be here at 2.30 pm.

When are your rubbish bins collected? On Tuesdays.
I like watching sport in my free time.
My birthday is in October.
When did you start learning English? In 2016.
I go to dance classes at the weekend.
When was your last holiday? It was in summer.
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It’s traditional in the UK to eat fish and chips on Fridays.

I believe that music and fashion was best in/at the 1970s.
What time do you usually wake up in the morning? At around 7 am.
My birthday is on the 30th October.

When did you get here? I arrived at 8 pm.
Jasmine’s family don’t allow anyone to be on their phones at dinner time.
Are you going to Wales at the weekend?
How long did it take you to learn to drive? I learnt in around 2 months.
The student debates tend to happen on Wednesday afternoons.
When did your country last win the World Cup? Ages ago – I think in 1966.
I can stay out quite long, but I need to be back at 11 pm at the latest.
On a hot summer’s morning, Sandra decided to walk into work rather than get the train.
When do you think we’ll be back in the office? Hopefully in a month’s time.
Are you taking any time off in December?

How long did the extra task take you? I completed it in a few minutes.
Whatever happens, I’m leaving at 5.30 pm tonight.
I can’t believe I left university so long ago. I graduated in 2001.
When should we talk about this? At lunch tomorrow.
I would recommend visiting the UK in the summer months.
When’s your last day at school? I’m leaving on the 25th May.
We’re planning on going to the new café over the road at lunchtime.
Paul has been living in London since 1998. Before that, he lived in Japan. Paul moved from Japan to London in
1998.
You rarely see foxes during the day. Foxes only seem to appear at night.
UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, PAST PERFECT SIMPLE AND CONTINUOUS 1
The women were walking along the street when they heard a loud noise.
Why didn’t you catch your usual train? It had left the station by the time I got there.
Simon arrived at work and took off his coat.
Jane was waiting at the bus stop when she received a text message from her mum.
Why was Jo late for school on Monday morning? I think she was still finishing off her homework.
I remember clearly that on the night in question we were all watching TV between 8 and 11 pm.
How did you get to your friend’s place? I caught the bus and got off a few metres from her place.
I’d just got to the party when my favourite song started to play.
Sue was so hungry on Saturday that, by 11 o’clock, she’d already eaten her lunch.
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Can you tell me why you were so late coming home last night? I was watching the football with Kasia and I
lost track of time.
I’d been painting the house for a couple of days when I realised that I needed a few more days to complete
the job.
When did you call Katie? I called as soon as I received the news.
By the time I got to the stadium, the first half of the football match had already begun.
Naomi was training for a half marathon when she picked up a knee injury.
What happened when you entered the building? Everyone turned to look at me.
I could tell by the state of the streets that many people had been celebrating the local team’s cup final success
the night before.
Did the stoppage caused by the rain spoil things? Yes, everyone had been enjoying the game until then.
When Sam glanced at her phone, she noticed she had been called three times by her housemate.
Paulina had been looking forward/’d been looking forward to her new job for weeks and was delighted when
her first day arrived.
Sarah had already prepared dinner by the time her friend arrived home.
By the time the summer holidays were over, I’d already finished decorating the kitchen and the living room.
Have you ever been abroad? Yes. I went overseas for the first time last year.
I’d been running for two hours before my knees started to ache.
Jason was confident about passing the exam because he had spent/’d spent the previous two weeks studying
for it.
Why didn’t you go to the police about it sooner? I’d been really wanting to for days before I finally did.
It had rained heavily on three or four occasions that week, so the game had to be called off.
What happened to your phone? I lost it on the train at around 7 pm.
Everyone began to dance when the music started.
Sandra phoned her friends immediately after booking the tickets. Sandra phoned her friends as soon as she
had/as soon as she’d/as soon as she booked the tickets.
Raz was learning Spanish for two years. Then he moved to Buenos Aires. Before Raz moved to Buenos Aires, he
had been studying Spanish for two years.
UNIT 04
UNIT 04, VOCABULARY, FOOD AND DRINK 1
We usually eat out once a week at our favourite Italian restaurant.

I need to put my coffee in the microwave to heat it up.
Phrasal verbs related to temperature: heat up/cool down
Don’t fill up on bread – we have a huge meal coming!
I have decided to cut out sugar for a few weeks to be healthier.
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Phrasal verbs related to eating a lot of food: eat up/fill up

This pasta has been in the fridge for a week. It has probably gone off.
When I was at university, I lived on baked beans because I didn’t have a lot of money.
Eat up everyone – there’s plenty of food here.
Wait until the soup has cooled down or you’ll burn your tongue!
UNIT 04, VOCABULARY, FOOD AND DRINK 2
When I was a child, I lived on cheese sandwiches. I ate them every day.
Have you ever tried cutting out a type of food from your diet?
Phrasal verbs related to eating habits: eat out/live on
I left the cake to cool down before I added the icing.
We don’t eat out very often as restaurants are expensive.
Fresh vegetables go off much faster than tinned vegetables.
When I was younger, I was always told to eat everything on my plate. eat up
There is some leftover lasagne that you can heat up in the oven.
You need to cut out sugar if you want to follow a healthy diet.
In the summer I eat strawberries more than anything else. live on
UNIT 04, GRAMMAR, SO, SUCH, TOO AND ENOUGH 1
That bag will be too heavy for you to carry on your own.
I will go on holiday after my exams if I can save enough money.
We had such a good time at the party last night.
It was so nice to catch up with all my friends.
We may be able to get a seat at the front of the cinema if we arrive early enough.
It is far too hot to go out walking today.
We were exhausted at the end of the day after walking such a long way.
I’m not going to the party tonight. I’m far too tired.
Your older brother is so funny. He makes me laugh all the time.
Have you had enough food? Would you like something else?
I think this class may be too difficult for me.

We should go for a walk. It’s such a nice day.
We were so hungry when we got home that we ate a whole pizza.
Make sure you get enough sleep. You have a busy day tomorrow!
That documentary I watched last night was so interesting.
I don’t think these shoes are big enough for me.
We’re having dinner soon, so don’t eat too many biscuits.
My parents were so pleased with my school report that they bought me a present.
I’d had such a busy day that I fell asleep when I got home.
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Make sure you drink enough water when you are working out.
If you try hard enough, you will pass the exam.

This chocolate cake tastes so good.
This is a beautiful watch, but it is too expensive for us to buy.
You have such a nice family. It was great to meet them.
Look after your brother. Make sure he doesn’t get too cold.
Have you got enough warm clothes for winter?
This jacket is too small for me now.
The test yesterday was so difficult that most of the students didn’t pass.
Make sure you take enough food with you for the journey.
We all had such a holiday that we didn’t want to come home.
UNIT 04, VOCABULARY, FOOD, MEALS AND RESTAURANTS 1
The dishes at the new Thai restaurant in town are really authentic. They taste just like to food we ate in
Thailand.
Adjectives to describe the appearance of food: ripe/colourful
The shop had lots of asparagus. It must be in season at the moment.
It is important to prepare meals that are well-balanced. They should contain a variety of food types.
A lot of the food had gone off.
The meal was nice, though the meat was a little tough. I think it had been cooked for a little too long.
A vegetarian/vegan is somebody who doesn’t eat meat.
This recipe makes enough for 6 to 8 portions.
The food looked amazing, but I couldn’t eat that much because I had lost my appetite.
People need to be discouraged from eating too much unhealthy food. People need to be discouraged from
eating too much junk food.
UNIT 04, VOCABULARY, FOOD, MEALS AND RESTAURANTS 2
I had to throw away the milk because it had gone off.

Adjectives to describe a type of diet: well-balanced/vegetarian
I’ve eaten so many sweets today, that I really want to eat something savoury. Do we have any cheese?
This meat looks raw. I don’t think it’s been cooked at all.
This juice must be consumed within two days.
The food they served was so delicious that I went back for more.
The dishes at that new restaurant are really elegant, but the portion sizes aren’t that big.
The list of ingredients for a cake include flour, eggs and butter.
So much food from the supermarket has unnecessary packaging which cannot be recycled.
There is enough lasagne left for six people. There are six portions of lasagne left.
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UNIT 05
UNIT 05, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS: EDUCATION AND STUDY 1
I need to start writing my essay, but I keep putting it off.

I’m trying to figure out the answer to this puzzle, but it’s really difficult.
I don’t know if I’ll get an interview for the job, but I’m going to go for it and see what happens.
I’m going to try out my new bike today by cycling to the shops.
It’s really busy in town because the schools have broken up for the holidays.
There’s a new Italian restaurant in town. I saw people giving out leaflets for it this morning.
I’d like to play for my local youth football team. It’s difficult to get in, but I’ll try my best.
I thought I had lost my wallet, but fortunately, somebody handed it in at reception.
It’s strange living in a different country, but I’m getting on well so far.
I saw a car driving dangerously, so I noted down its registration number and called the police.
UNIT 05, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS: EDUCATION AND STUDY 2
Which phrasal verb means to understand something? figure (it) out

Have you handed in your essay yet?
When does your school break up?
All of the schools in the UK break up/broke up in the middle of December.
Which phrasal verb means to decide to do something later? put (it) off
Can you lend me a pen to note down a telephone number?
Can you read out this number?
Which phrasal verb means to do an activity with others? join in
I need to stay behind after class to speak to my teacher.
If you want to become an actor, I think you should go for it.
UNIT 05, GRAMMAR, ZERO, FIRST AND SECOND CONDITIONALS 1
If they don’t have milkshakes, I’ll have a coke instead.

If James doesn’t hurry up, we’ll miss the train.
If Jane asks what the plan is, tell her you’ll meet her in the restaurant. Then we’ll surprise her when she
arrives.
If I don’t order a takeaway, what will we eat instead?
If you don't start/do not start doing some work now, you’ll miss/will miss the deadline.
If you like scary films, you‘ll definitely like Scream. It’s really good.
I will come/'ll come to the party if we don't stay/do not stay late.
When you get home, don’t forget to turn out the lights or they’ll stay on all night.
If I don’t wear my glasses, I can’t see anything.
Eating cheese before I go to bed gives me nightmares. If I eat cheese before I go to bed/eat cheese before
going to bed, I have nightmares.
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If you came to my book club, you might enjoy it.

If I got a pay rise, I could/would/might afford to buy a car.
If I got the job, I would have to move or the journey to work would be too long.
If I wasn’t so unfit, I could finish the race.
I could give up sugar if I didn’t love chocolate so much.
If Mark wanted to talk to Jane about careers in finance, he could call her to arrange a meeting.
If I didn’t go to the gym three times a week, I might/would/could not be so fit.
If we took the next train, we would/could/might/'d/may get there just in time.
If you need somewhere to stay when you first arrive, you could stay with us.
If you didn’t have to leave tomorrow, you could stay/would be able to stay/'d be able to stay out later.
If we bought the tickets in advance, they wouldn’t cost as much.

If the weather wasn’t so bad, we could go hiking.
You would have a great time in Madrid if you were there for the weekend.
If you joined some clubs, you might make some new friends.
If I went on holiday without you, it wouldn't be/would not be as fun.
If you left your luggage in a locker, you could spend a few hours exploring the city.
I’d save a lot of money if I didn’t live in London.
I could cook chicken if Jenny ate meat.
I’m so tired. If I went out tonight, I might not enjoy it.
I want to go out tonight. I wish I didn’t have to work. If I didn't have to work/If I did not have to work, I could
go out.
UNIT 05, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: EDUCATION AND STUDY 1
In the first class, the teacher gave her students an activity to help them get to know each other.
Have you heard anything about your exam results yet? I just found out this morning. I passed!
George is a model student. He always does his homework and attends every class.
Why didn’t you tell me? I didn’t know about it.
I joined my local tennis club last week.
Alan will need to be supported. Do you think we can find someone to assist him?
Sports days are a fun way to have fun with your colleagues. It’s particularly great when everyone takes part in
team events.
What were you doing in Melbourne? I was studying biochemistry.
Rob taught his brother to drive when he was living on his parents’ farm.
I learnt to play the violin when I was younger.
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Can you speak German? Yes. I learnt it when I was living in Munich.
I have known my best friend for around ten years. We first met at university.
Are you watching the school match? I’m actually taking part.
We got to know each other quite well on the flight to Japan.
Jo was hoping to avoid finding out the score, but as he was walking in he overheard a woman telling everyone.
I went to Spain when I was 21 to teach English as a foreign language.
It took me around a year to finally get to know everyone in my building.
The hall was absolutely full. Kim hadn’t expected so many people to attend the talk.
I participated in the play to raise money for charity. I took part in the play to raise money for charity.
UNIT 06
UNIT 06, VOCABULARY, JOBS AND WORK 1
Because of the economic crisis, many companies are trying to save money. As a result, most jobs are more
badly paid than in the past.
Why did you decide to become a nurse? It’s really rewarding and makes me feel good helping others.
Suzie has been working non-stop for the last nine months. It’s important she takes time off or she may get ill.
What time do you start? My shift starts at 2 am.
Some people call it a job, others call it working, while many call it making a living.
I love my job, but I hate the tight deadlines we have to meet. I sometimes have to work overtime to finish the
job.
As a city banker, I have to work long hours, but at least I’m well-paid.
The worst thing about my job is having to work long hours.
Teachers don’t usually go on holiday during term time. Teachers don’t usually take time off during term time.
time
I don’t mind the fact that my job starts at different times on different days, or working at night. It’s the
working long hours which I find really difficult and tiring.
UNIT 06, VOCABULARY, JOBS AND WORK 2
I know that I earn a high salary, but relative to most jobs here in Dubai, mine isn’t actually very well-paid.
Positive words: rewarding/well-paid
I stopped working in finance because I hated the frequent last-minute deadlines and having to stay late at the
office.
Will you be in next week? No, I’m taking time off.
Because our customers can be based anywhere in the world, I have to work long hours so that I’m available
for people in different time zones.
Sara is always surprised that some of the most physically difficult and demanding jobs are often the most
badly paid. It doesn’t seem fair to her.
I see work as a way to earn enough money to buy what I need. For me, it’s all about making a living and
nothing more.
How would you describe your job helping old people? Very rewarding. I feel good about myself.
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I have to work shifts, but I quite like it. I enjoy having less of a regular routine.
Sally’s boss has told her she can’t take time off again this summer.
UNIT 06, VOCABULARY, COLLOCATIONS WITH WORK AND JOB 1
Jim loves that his job involves lots of working with his hands. It’s a very manual job.
Do you like your job? No, but at least it’s well-paid.
Every day can be so different in Pete’s job as an engineer. That’s why he finds it so fascinating.
What do you like most about being a gardener? I love being outdoors.
I worked as a sales assistant last summer. It wasn’t particularly hard work but I enjoyed it.
During the financial crisis, I was delighted that my job was permanent as it felt like I had more security.
As a doctor, I have to be very responsible because people’s lives depend on me.
Why did you stop being a counsellor? It was emotionally too tough.
It’s very common for university students to have a weekend job so that they have enough money to support
themselves during their studies.
The key to finding a job you love is to do something worthwhile. If you feel you’re making a real difference, it
makes you enjoy work more.
UNIT 06, VOCABULARY, COLLOCATIONS WITH WORK AND JOB 2
I often work long hours during the week and at weekends. It’s a very challenging job.
Which word has a similar meaning to nice? pleasant
Do you have a second job? No, this one is full-time, so I don’t have any time for that.
What is the opposite of permanent? temporary
As a lawyer, you need to be highly skilled in negotiating and arguing.
The university hires lots of temporary employees over the summer to work on their three-month programme.
Hairdressing isn’t as well-paid as it should be. I think it’s a very skilled profession where people need to be very
talented.
Why don’t you ever meet us after work? My job is so tiring that I’m often exhausted.
Some people want a high salary or excitement at work. I just want a pleasant work environment where
everyone is nice to each other.
Gemma’s job is really hard, and she needs to adapt quickly or she won’t be able to continue.
UNIT 06, GRAMMAR, COUNTABLE AND UNCOUNTABLE NOUNS 1
Did you have to pay extra for your luggage?

We all drink a lot of tea at home.
We saw many famous works of art on our trip to the Louvre.
There is some accommodation available on campus.
There is a lot of air pollution in the city centre.
The sculpture was made entirely of cardboard.
The gallery contains many famous portraits.
The storm did a lot of damage to the houses in the neighbourhood.
I really appreciated the advice my father gave me.
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He went out to buy some drinks for the workers.
She ordered a coffee with hot milk.

He needs some advice about studying abroad.
There wasn’t much accommodation available online.
I managed to find most of the information I needed online.
He gave me a really good piece of advice.
This project required lots of careful research.
His manager was very pleased with the work he had done.
My father invested a small amount of money ten years ago.
Anna doesn’t do much housework.
Her works of fiction are famous among young people.
Now that the lake has been cleaned, it isn’t full of rubbish.
Do you have any luggage that you need to check in?
The work he had done was of high quality.
Her books of poetry are famous in the UK.
I have a small amount of money saved for emergencies.
She brought us back some green tea from her trip to China.
I didn’t go to my English teacher’s office hour because I didn’t need any advice on my essay.
We looked at the website but found little information.
By the time we arrived at the party, there wasn’t much food left.
The room had only a small amount of furniture. There wasn’t much furniture/a lot of furniture/very much
furniture in the room.
UNIT 06, GRAMMAR, ARTICLES 1
I’ve just downloaded a new app on my phone.

My uncle is a police officer.
What a beautiful day! The sky is so blue!
Could you pick up some milk from the supermarket on your way home?
The cheapest way to travel in this city is by bus.
What is the capital city of your country?
I’ve never met a Scottish person before.
When I was younger I wanted to be an astronaut when I grew up.
The French usually like to take a long time over meals.
We had the best day ever!
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My sister has just got a new job working for a media company.
We swam in the sea every day on holiday.
After a few hours we stopped to have - tea.
The Welsh coastline is a very popular place for walking.
Discussing politics always leads to arguments.
An increasing number of people are moving to my city due to its convenient location.
My grandfather used to study the stars with his telescope.
When I was younger, I played the violin.
The wealthy need to pay higher taxes in order to support the economy.
I would love to work in a different country for a year.
I need to hire an accountant to help me with my tax bill.

This is the best book I have ever read.
Many people believe that a/- university education is no longer worth the money.
The government needs to develop a strategy to boost the economy.
It has been an honour to give this speech today.
This government believes in a universal basic income.
The restaurant will open in an hour.
Everyone is saying that he will resign.
The lake is now virtually free from - pollution.
It is not easy to learn how to do research. Research is a difficult skill to develop.
UNIT 07
UNIT 07, VOCABULARY, SPORT AND ADVENTURE 1
Some people found the game dull but I thought it was incredibly entertaining.
Positive words: spectacular/thrilling/impressive
Saul hates losing – he’s really competitive.
The facilities at the new training ground are state-of-the-art.
Preparing for a marathon can be very time-consuming.
The coach was happy with the team’s performance.
You don’t need to be so competative – it’s only a friendly match. competitive
After a big match, players often have one or two days off for recovery.
My current coach doesn’t push me as much as I’d like. I want someone who is more exhausting. demanding
The players found the pitch difficult to play on. There was mud everywhere.
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UNIT 07, VOCABULARY, SPORT AND ADVENTURE 2
Working as a commentator can be exhausting at times. You need to concentrate for every second of the
match.
Negative words: time-consuming/exhausting/demanding
The final has to be one of the most thriling matches I’ve ever seen. thrilling
The psychological effects of losing in a final can be long-lasting for a lot of teams.
Which word describes someone who is strong, healthy and good at sports? athletic
The pressure on top players to perform to the highest level can be incredibly demanding.
I’m volantearing as a ball boy at the tennis competition next month. volunteering
The decision by the referee to send the player off was met with anger by the coach.
The match was called off after one of the players picked up a serious injured. injury
The manager’s treatment of his players was often criticised for being too harsh.
UNIT 07, GRAMMAR, INFINITIVE AND VERB + ING 1
I need to get fit. Do you fancy joining a gym with me?

Listening to music helps me to concentrate.
I’m getting really tired of spending so much time indoors.
For the interview I need to give a presentation.
Have you ever tried growing your own vegetables?
I can’t imagine living in a really hot country.
I don’t think I will ever get tired of playing football.
My sister is really good at baking cakes.
I don’t mind going out when the weather is bad.
I’m afraid I don’t have the time to look after/for looking after a cat.
Remember to book tickets for the theatre tonight.

A: Why is the fridge door open? B: Sorry, I forgot to close it.
I remember walking down this street ten years ago before all these shops were built.
It’s really cold in here. Did you forget to turn the heating on?
A: I don’t remember buying all this cheese. B: You didn’t – I bought it from the market.
Don’t forget to pick up some milk when you go shopping today.
A: Have you met my friend Sarah? B: Yes, I remember meeting her at your birthday party.
A: Thank you for tidying up last night. B: Oh yes – I forgot tidying up. I must have been tired!
A: Did you buy everything on the list? B: Yes, I even remembered to buy something for dessert.
I’ll never forget arriving in New York City by train for the first time.
We stopped to have a rest halfway through the journey.
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This soup isn’t very tasty. Try adding some salt.

I’ve lost my phone somewhere in the house. Can you try calling it?
I tried surfing for the first time on my holiday. I loved it!
‘Do you still play the violin?’ ‘No, I stopped playing it years ago.’
‘I feel tired all the time.’ ‘Oh dear – have you tried going to bed earlier?’
I love chocolate, but I’m trying to eat less.
My wife is a vegan. I also stopped eating animal products when I met her.
My phone was ringing, so I stopped to answer it.
A: Your Spanish has really improved. B: Thank you! I try to practise speaking every day.
UNIT 07, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: SPORT AND ADVENTURE 1
It’s difficult to see the screen from back here.

Things you do with your ears: listen/hear
I’m not sure if it’ll rain. You should listen to the weather forecast.
What’s that noise, Noah? I didn’t hear anything.
Everyone keeps talking about that new film that was on last night, but I’ve already seen it.
I was listening to a really good podcast again last night.
Nowadays, most people prefer streaming programmes and films than watching live TV.
I listened to the album on my new headphones and the sound quality is amazing.
He’s right here. I’m looking at him now.
The referee didn’t see the incident, but the TV replays showed that it was a clear penalty.
UNIT 07, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: SPORT AND ADVENTURE 2
You need to look closely at this picture to see the hidden message.
Things you do with your eyes: look/see/watch
Because the volume was so low, Lucia couldn’t hear the news.
I’ve just watched/seen the new spy thriller at the cinema. It wasn’t as good as I’d thought it would be.
Because Dan’s TV is broken, he hasn’t watched anything in ages.
I was at work when I heard the awful news about my friend.
It seems to me that more people are listening to audiobooks than actually reading paper books.
What did Sally just say? I wasn’t listening, sorry.
Julian loves just watching people. He’s very observant and he thinks it’s a great way to understand people.
I think these earphones are broken. I can’t hear anything.
UNIT 08
UNIT 08, VOCABULARY, ENTERTAINMENT 1
The storyline was a bit too complex for people who just wanted something easy to watch.
How was the book? Absolutely delightful. I wish it never ended.
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For a play to be classed as exceptional, it needs to be one of the best performances of the year.
Why haven’t you finished the podcast? It is really heavy-going. I just got bored.
The acting in that TV series is very impressive. I felt that the characters were so real.
The last episode of that series made me cry. It was so moving, and based on a true story!
The film was hilarious. I couldn’t stop laughing.
Well, what did you think? Impressed? Yes, truly remarkable.
Some of the scenery in the new wildlife programme was absolutely stunning. I want to go and visit those sites.
Jim did not see that ending coming. He was taken completely by surprise by the unexpected way the book
finished.
UNIT 08, VOCABULARY, ENTERTAINMENT 2
The suggestion was ridiculous and most people felt it was simply too absurd to be taken seriously.
What did you think of the movie? A bit confusing. I was lost a bit.
The book received a rating of 1 star. Many critics thought it was dreadful.
The book was unbelievably gripping. I couldn’t put it down.
The stand-up comedy event was so hilarious that I am in pain from laughing so much.
Harry can’t stand romantic comedies. He doesn’t like things that are too light-hearted.
The new series is out next week – I can’t wait. The director has been very mysterious about the storyline and
wouldn’t give the fans any clues.
Were you surprised at the ending? No, it was a bit predictable.
The film is quite light-hearted and it’s suitable for the whole family.
The new super-hero movie seems a bit unappealing. It looks like it’s a repeat of the last few films they’ve
done.
UNIT 08, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: ENTERTAINMENT 1
The film won the special effects award, but the lead actor was disappointed that she did not win an award for
her acting.
What was your favourite moment in the play? I loved the scene where the main actor found his true love.
I prefer performing for the public for free outdoors rather than in a theatre.
What did you think of the musical? There were some really strong performances from the lead actors.
John is great at imitating accents and making jokes, but he doesn’t have the confidence to do that on stage in
front of lots of people.
At the music festival, I really enjoyed the performance from that new band from Denmark. I hadn’t heard of
them before.
The title decider was sold out months ago. There’ll be around 80,000 spectators in the stadium.
Are you usually nervous when you go on stage? It depends on the size of the audience.
On his debut, the star striker who everyone had been talking about since his move from Spain put in a very
mediocre performance.
The museum is now open to the public.
UNIT 08, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: ENTERTAINMENT 2
What a wonderful performance from the main characters! It was so realistic.

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How many people do you think are in the stadium to see today’s match? I’d say around 50,000 spectators.
The best musicians often feel happiest when they are on the stage, performing for the audience.
Did you enjoy the movie? Not really. The acting was really bad.
The street artist looked up to see that the public had gathered around her in their hundreds to watch the
performance.
The way that the tension built up until that final dramatic moment was a wonderful model of how scenes
should be created in all plays.
The classical music concert was well worth the ticket price. I was surprised though that some of the audience
didn’t return to their seats after the interval.
The play drew to a close and the performers received a standing ovation from the audience as the curtain fell.
The car chase through the old city was one of the best scenes in the movie.
The opera performance was a joy to watch and I soon forgot how long the queue to get a ticket had been.
UNIT 08, GRAMMAR, AT, IN AND ON TO EXPRESS LOCATION 1
Clive left his glasses at work.

Where are the toilets? There are some on this floor.
There have been three reported break-ins in this area, so be alert.
A large crowd gathered on the bridge to see the new ship sail under it.
Where did you two meet? At a party.
It’s amazing. There isn’t a single cloud in the sky today.
If you could live anywhere, where would you choose? On a warm and sunny island.
Let’s meet at the beach as early as possible tomorrow morning.
Some lucky people have a family home in the mountains, and that makes it easy for them to get away from the
summer heat.
Where do you think you lost your wallet? I think I must have left it on the bus.
Most people’s first experience of living away from home is at university.

What’s that noise? There are people arguing in the street.
There is an ancient wall on the border between England and Scotland.
It’s rarely warm in the north of England before July.
Where do you live? On the outskirts of the city.
There were a lot of old clothes and other belongings in bags in the cellar.
Where is the museum? It’s on your left.
I received a new message today informing me that I had spent six hours on the phone in total last week.
Both teams’ managers will appear at the press conference later.
I’ve deleted all social media apps because I realise I spend at least three hours on Facebook every day.
A large queue of people has formed at the front entrance to the new store.
Where did you leave your car? In the multi-storey car park.
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I’ve spoken to my lawyer and she thinks I have a valid case. I’ll see you in court!
The museum can be found on the right as you look down the road.
Did your team win the championship? Yes, we’re officially best in the world.
They all agreed to meet at the train station.
Where did you see Maria? On the train.
There are a lot of floating homes on the main river in this town.
Jason has managed to create a new identity for himself at work. He’s much more popular there than he was at
university.
The tournament victors are usually ranked at number one globally. The team that wins the championship are
usually considered the best in the world.
UNIT 08, GRAMMAR, REPORTED SPEECH 1
‘I’ve just baked a cake.’ He said that he had just baked a cake.
‘I’ve been waiting for ages.’ She said that she had been waiting for ages.
‘I’ve just bought a new car.’ She said that she had just bought/'d just bought a new car.
He said that he had visited six countries that year.
‘I’ll turn the volume up on the TV.’ He said that he’d turn the volume up on the TV.
‘I watched a really good film last night.’ He said that he had watched/he'd watched a really good film the
previous night.
‘I got my shoes from a second hand market.’ She said that she had got her shoes from a second hand market.
‘Rachel cooked an amazing curry last night.’ John said that Rachel had cooked an amazing curry the night
before.
‘I asked Tom to give me a lift to the station.’ She said that she had asked Tom to give her a lift to the station.
‘I’ll go shopping this morning.’ She said that she would go/'d go shopping that morning.
‘Could you give me a hand with my luggage, James?’ She asked James to give her a hand with her luggage.
‘Can I have a cup of coffee, please?’ She asked for a cup of coffee.
‘Can you give me a lift to the station?’ She asked me to give her a lift to the station.
‘Can you lend me a pen, Rachel?’ She asked Rachel to lend her a pen.
‘Will you help me with my homework, Dad?’ She asked her dad to help her/to help with her homework.
‘Call me when you get home, David.’ She asked David to call her when he got home.
‘Can you give me your phone number?’ She asked him to give her his phone number.
‘This cake is delicious! Can I have the recipe?’ She asked him to give her the cake recipe.
He asked to borrow my book when I’d finished reading it. ‘Can I borrow your book when you’ve finished
reading it?’
‘Can you pass me the salt please, Peter?’ She asked Peter to pass her/asked him to pass her the salt.
I just called her and she’s on her way. She said she’ll be here soon.
What did your parents want to know? They asked if I’d been out when they tried to phone me.
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‘Is that your final answer?’ asked the quizmaster. The quizmaster wanted to know if that was our final answer.
I’ve just received further instructions from my teacher by email. She tells us not go over the word limit.
I reported my lost computer to the police yesterday and they advised me that it hadn’t been found.
‘I’m not sure if it’ll be possible to have driverless cars for everyone,’ say many scientists. Scientists doubt that
there’ll be enough driverless cars for everyone.
What did customer services say? They said we’re going to need to buy a new ticket.
Who’ll win Wimbledon this year? I’ve asked many people and they tell me that the young Swede is the
favourite.
Do you know where John went? No, he didn’t say.
When asked how they will cope in the hot weather, Phil confirmed that they are going to the seaside.
UNIT 09
UNIT 09, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: ACHIEVE, CARRY OUT AND DEVOTE 1
The study was carried out on adults over the age of 50.
Megan achieved her ambition of climbing Mount Everest earlier this year.
The common room is devoted solely to students over 16 years old who want somewhere to study and chat.
Who operated on the patient? Dr Sharma carried out the operation.
Helen devotes a tenth of her salary to animal charities.
The pharmaceutical company carried out tests to see if the new drug made any difference.
On hearing the very sad news, a new school trophy was devoted to a popular student who was involved in a
serious accident.
Who’s responsible for making sure this is safe? The lab workers will carry out the tests.
Many students work hard to achieve their goals.
As a doctor, Martin has devoted his entire life to helping sick people.
UNIT 09, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: ACHIEVE, CARRY OUT AND DEVOTE 2
Chris has achieved so much in his short career – it’s very impressive that he has performed so well in every
role.
The team acheived their annual sales target after eight months. achieved
Studies into human behaviour were carried out last summer.
What will you do with the money? I’ll devote some of it to my favourite charity.
The police carried out the undercover operation to discover the criminal’s location.
The new scoreboard is devoted to a former student who is no longer with us.
The pharmaceutical company carried out mass drug testing to see if the new vaccine was safe to use.
The operation was carried out by a surgeon from Argentina.
The experiment was done by the students. The students carried out the experiment.
Nick had been promoted many times but had achieved very little in his career.
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UNIT 09, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: STAY, SPEND AND PASS; MAKE, CAUSE
AND HAVE 1
The minimum stay for this hotel is two nights.

Was there any damage from the explosion? It caused many windows to be smashed.
Before going to university, James spent a year working as a hotel receptionist.
Did you colour your hair yourself? No, I had a professional do it for me.
On Toby’s global travels, he stayed in many different types of accommodation from hostels to five-star hotels.
When she found the small creature in the road, she moved it to safety.
The poor weather conditions have caused me to delay my trip.
Weren’t you bored? No, the time passed quickly for me.
The poor weather caused the open-air concert to be cancelled.
I really hope I made a good impression at the interview yesterday.
UNIT 09, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: STAY, SPEND AND PASS; MAKE, CAUSE
AND HAVE 2
When I go on holiday, I try to not do too much. I just want to pass my time relaxing on the beach.
How long do you need accommodation for? I’m only planning on staying three nights.
The earthquake caused serious damage to many buildings.
The deer in the road caused me to have an accident.
I spent the whole time texting my friend.
I caused the mistake of telling my brother my secret. He’s told everyone! made
When I look back at my photos, I’m so pleased that I spent so much time in Peru. It was my favourite part of
the trip.
Where did you sleep? We eventually found a hostel to stay in.
We passed/had passed the time by playing cards until the boat arrived.
Talking on the phone while driving can make you have an accident. Talking on the phone while driving can
cause you to have an accident.
UNIT 09, GRAMMAR, MODAL VERBS TO EXPRESS CERTAINTY AND POSSIBILITY 1
Who is that over there? Could it be James?

Congratulations on getting the job! You must be really pleased.
Giving presentations can be scary, but as long as you’re well-prepared, you’ll be fine.
They haven’t chosen a date yet, but they might well get married in the summer so that more people can
come.
They can't be/cannot be there already. They only left an hour ago!
I haven’t heard back from the restaurant yet. Do you think they could be fully booked?
The flight could well be cancelled due to the weather.
You must be cold without your coat. Do you want to borrow mine?
The city centre must be very busy today. It’s only a week until the winter holidays.
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It is possible that a plumber is able to come this afternoon. A plumber might be able to come/may be able to
come/could be able to come this afternoon.
Anne can’t have got into the house. She doesn’t know the alarm code.
A: Where has Sylvia gone on holiday? B: I don’t know, but she might have gone to France. I think her sister
lives there.
Paul looks really tired. I’m sure he must have gone to bed late last night.
They might have gone to the cinema. I know they wanted to see a film.
She can’t have left already.
They haven’t left the room yet. The meeting must have overrun.
The kitchen is really clean. They must have cleared up after the party.
It’s a nice day today. They could have gone for a walk.
They can’t have eaten all the food. I only went shopping yesterday.
It’s possible that you took my jacket by mistake. You might have taken/may have taken/could have taken my
jacket by mistake.
Paulina must be really upset. I’ve never seen her like that.
Who scored the winning goal in the final? It can’t have been Diego. He wasn’t playing.
I simply can’t believe she’d do such a thing. She couldn’t have been involved.
The shop might be around the next corner. I can’t be sure though.
I wonder why the security guard is so unhappy. I think those people may have been/’ve been asked to leave,
but they refused. Or is it something else?
Jo felt things could have been so different if only she’d just listened to her father’s advice.
What’s the weather going to be like this weekend? I’m not sure. It might be raining.
Police are certain that the icy conditions caused the car accident. The police believe the car accident must
have been/must’ve been the result of the icy conditions.
They now have five almost identical cats in their house. Fluffy must have had kittens.
My grandmother didn’t phone yesterday to wish me a happy birthday like she does every year. She must have
forgotten. There’s no other explanation.
UNIT 10
UNIT 10, GRAMMAR, AS AND LIKE 1
The room smelled like fresh laundry.

She works as a nurse in the local hospital.
He enjoys extreme sports, like rock climbing and white-water rafting.
She has been described as the most exciting young writer of her generation.
As/Since/Because this is the final lesson before your exams, please listen very carefully.
He acted as a mentor to me when I was studying law.
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It smells like chocolate in here. Have you been making cookies?

We were very close. He was more like a brother to me than a colleague.
Keith has worked there as a volunteer for many years now.
As/Since/Because today is the last day of the course, we will finish a bit early.
It is as hot as a sauna in here today.

I’ve been trying a few new recipes this week, such as homemade bread and lasagne.
This music is the same as the music that was playing at the party.
This pie tastes as good as my grandmother’s.
Your computer is the same as/like mine.
As far as I know, there are no shops open at this time.
There are a lot of healthy options on the menu, such as/like salads and stir-fries.
As far as I’m concerned, this meeting is a waste of time.
He sounds like his father when he speaks on the phone.
As far as I can see, he is going to find it difficult to pass his exams.
As far as I’m concerned, this party is over.

He was wearing the same tie as the day before.
I prefer relaxing sports, such as swimming and yoga.
You will only receive a warning as this is your first offence.
The film wasn’t as good as the last one, but we still enjoyed it.
I have to deal with people like him every day.
His last name is the same as mine.
As far as I know, she hasn’t worked here for three years.
It sounds like somebody is having a big party next door.
This curry is less tasty than the one I made, but it’s not bad. This curry isn’t as tasty as the one I made, but it’s
not bad.
UNIT 10, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: ARRIVE, GET AND REACH 1
They arrived at the hostel at 2 am.

When does your plane land? We’re due to get to New York at 5 pm.
It was a pity that it was dark by the time they’d finally reached their beach hotel.
What’s the first thing you’ll do? I’m not sure. We’ll decide when we arrive.
By the time I got to the room, the class had already started.
As he reached the top of the mountain, Ashley felt a great sense of achievement.
The train had already departed by the time Jim arrived at the station.
When will Fergus be here? He should be arriving in a few minutes.
The fire brigade got to the burning block of flats in time to save everyone.
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The train was just two miles from reaching its destination when it broke down.
UNIT 10, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: ARRIVE, GET AND REACH 2
Don’t worry about not getting the job. You’ll get to where you want to be in the end.
When will you be with us? We are due to arrive at the station at 6 pm.
The climbers were delighted to have finally reached the top of the mountain.
By the time we got to the restaurant, it had already closed.
Ronny struggled to get to the wedding on time after getting lost.
Stuart was very close, but he couldn’t quite reach his target of running ten marathons in ten days.
The post had arrived, but it didn’t contain the letter she was waiting for.
Give me a call when you arrive at the station.
They couldn’t believe how they’d got to the point where they weren’t talking to each other.
We won’t get to the train station until around 6 pm. We won’t reach the train station until around 6 pm.
UNIT 10, VOCABULARY, SHOPPING AND SPENDING MONEY 1
There are lots of great bargains in the January sales this year.
Which phrase means no longer available? out of stock
Clothes shops are being asked to cut down on the amount of plastic they use.
I’ll catch you up. I’m just going to pop into this shop here.
I’ve used this jumper so much that it’s now completely worn out.
The shop caters for people who are left-handed.
I wasn’t happy with the dress I bought so I took it back for a refund.
Please go to the customer service desk to collect your items. Please go to the customer service desk to pick up
your items.
There is a wide range of deals on offer.
An action is a place where people go to bid on items. auction
UNIT 10, VOCABULARY, SHOPPING AND SPENDING MONEY 2
The shop is perfect for getting everyday essentials like bread and milk.
Which word has a similar meaning to real or authentic? genuine
I had a job as a sales assistant in a clothes shop while I was studying at university.
Luckily, the shop let me exchange my shirt for another after I’d lost the receipt.
The word convenient can be used to describe a shop in a good location.
Unfortunately, the laptop I wanted was out of stock.
The gadget shop had a brilliant range of products on offer.
The fashion retailer has promised to reduce the amount of plastic it uses. The fashion retailer has promised to
cut down on the amount of plastic it uses.
Which word means the amount of money a person has to spend? a budget
I want to refund this item I bought yesterday for another one. Exchange
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UNIT 10, GRAMMAR, MODAL VERBS TO EXPRESS ABILITY 1
I managed to persuade him to come to the party.

I couldn’t ride a bike until I was eight years old.
Fortunately, we were able to get a seat on the bus.
I might be able to come to the cinema tonight, but I need to check first.
After a lot of driving lessons, my sister finally managed to pass her test.
After living in France for a few years, I could speak French very well.
We might not/mightn't/may not be able to fix your car by Tuesday, but we will try our best.
I will be able to finish this report by tomorrow if I stay up late to work on it.
You will be able to return to work in a few days’ time.
Unfortunately, we won't be able to/ill not be able to offer a refund but we can give you a voucher.
By the time she was four, she could paint beautiful pictures.
We were able to repair your computer. You can pick it up on Monday.
If you’re lucky, you might be able to catch the first flight tomorrow morning.
I wasn’t able to speak to him, so I left a message.
We thought we would have to spend the night there, but we eventually managed to get a taxi.
Hopefully, we’ll be able to book the tickets in advance.
I might not be able to/mightn’t be able to/may not be able to come to your party as I have a family
celebration, but I will try.
My uncle couldn’t drive until he was 25.
The police were able to identify the suspect from the camera footage and arrest him.
I managed to get tickets for the concert.
We had to pay to get into the gallery, but my brother was able to get in free as he is a member.
We won’t be able to park in town. It will be much too busy.
It was a long walk, but we managed to reach the top of the mountain.
It was a long film, but we were able to finish watching it without falling asleep.
Did you manage to finish writing your essay last night?
I’m afraid I won't be able to/will not be able to/can't/cannot/am unable to/am not able to/'m unable to/'m
not able to come to your party, but I hope you have a great time!
After we had a few lessons, we could dance quite well.
Could you speak Spanish when you first arrived in Colombia?
Were you able to open a bank account yesterday? Did you manage to open a bank account yesterday?
I might not be able to come to the party.
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UNIT 11
UNIT 11, VOCABULARY, HEALTH 1
I got stung by a wasp the other day and it’s still really itchy.
My cousin fell off his bike and sprained his ankle.
I need to run to the pharmacy. We’ve used up all the paracetamol.
I keep a food diary so that I can keep track of how many calories I consume per day.
Things that affect the skin: bruise/graze/wound
I’m trying to cut down on chocolate and crisps but it’s really difficult.
Which word means something that makes someone who is unwell healthy again? cure
It looks like we’ve gone through all the plasters. It looks like we’ve used up all the plasters.
I almost tripped over that box on the floor – be careful!
I spraned my ankle while I was playing football with my friends. sprained
UNIT 11, VOCABULARY, HEALTH 2
That looks like a nasty wound – you should go to the hospital.

I grazed my knee on the grass whilst playing football so my mum put a plaster on it.
Tom was covered in bruses after playing paintball with his friends. bruises
Words connected with medical problems: fracture/sprain/wound
I got stung by a wasp and now my arm is really itchy. I can’t stop scratching it.
I find doing yoga every day is great for my well-being. I’m a lot happier these days.
I use an app on my phone to measure how many steps I’ve taken each day. I use an app on my phone to keep
track of/track how many steps I’ve taken each day.
I cut my arm on a piece of wood and had to have stitches.
Ryan had an allergic reaction to egg when he was two years old and hasn’t eaten it since.
My brother is alerjick to cats and sneezes every time he gets close to one. allergic
UNIT 11, GRAMMAR, RELATIVE PRONOUNS AND RELATIVE CLAUSES 1
I will need to compete with students who are much smarter than me.
The girl whose photos I liked on Instagram is a professional photographer.
This is the house where I was born.
This is the course which/that I’m going to start in September.
The story is about a city where people live in the future.
The woman who/that lives next door to me is an architect.
The book which Paul Auster wrote most recently is my favourite.
This is the house where/in which I grew up.
Students who live with their parents can save a lot of money.
This is an opinion that not many people agree with.
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Alessandro’s, which is a popular Italian restaurant, is closing down.

Bristol, where I lived for five years, is a medium-sized city.
I’d like to rent an apartment, which is in the city centre, with a balcony, so that we can sit outside in the
evening.
My friend Fiona, who I met on holiday, is coming over for dinner tomorrow.
The National Gallery, which has many famous paintings, is free to enter.
The new house, which has a lovely garden, is in a small village.
We have a careers advisor on campus, who you can contact for advice.
My grandfather, who was a talented artist, painted this picture.
The shopping centre, which took three years to build, is finally opening.
We want to move to a different part of town, which is closer to our work, so that we can walk there.
The man whose car I bumped into was very understanding.

The house, which is located in the centre of town, is now for sale.
My friend Mark, who is much fitter than me, came third in the race.
Defining Relative Clause: The woman who answered gave me some good advice.
Non-Defining Relative Clause: The woman, who had been working there for years, gave me some good
advice.
The topic which/that everyone is talking about at the moment is the recent election.
The town, which had a lot of interesting buildings, is five miles north of the city.
The woman who I met/I met/who we met/we met/who you met/you met/that I met/that we met/that you
met on the train was getting off at the same stop as me.
The hotel, which had a beautiful view of the sea, was comfortable and affordable.
The apples which I bought/that I bought/I bought/which you bought/that you bought/you bought/which
we bought/that we bought/we bought at the market were delicious.
Their son, who is only two years old, is very lively.
UNIT 11, VOCABULARY, HEALTH EXPRESSIONS 1
I need to go to the bathroom. I have an upset stomach.

What happened to me? I don’t remember anything except waking up here on the floor. You fainted.
Try to relax in stressful situations. It’s unlikely that getting into a panic will help you.
Jim’s head is spinning, and he can’t walk properly. He feels dizzy.
Phrases with have: an upset stomach/difficulty sleeping
Phrases with lose: your appetite/your temper
Sophie never gets a full eight-hour rest at night. She has difficulty sleeping.
Jo has an upset stomach from eating that out-of-date cheese.
What’s wrong? Aren’t you hungry? I’ve lost my appetite./I’ve got an upset stomach.
I wish I had made a different decision. I keep going over and over it in my mind.
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I get angry a bit too quickly these days. I easily lose my temper.
UNIT 11, VOCABULARY, HEALTH EXPRESSIONS 2
I find it difficult to stay calm under pressure. I often get in a panic.

What happened to Nicky? She became stressed and didn’t know what to do. I think she got in a panic about it.
Jenny is really not that hungry. I think she’s lost her appetite.
Why is Steve always so angry? He just loses his temper quickly.
If you don’t have enough iron in your diet, you’re more likely to feel weak and faint.
Suzie seems really distracted recently. She’s been going over and over her decision to leave her job in her
mind.
Since James returned from living in Bangladesh for two years, he can eat anything without feeling unwell. He’s
not had an upset stomach since he arrived back here.
Matt looks tired every morning when I see him in the office. He’s possibly having difficulty sleeping.
After going on Europe’s highest roller coaster, Paula started to feel dizzy and could barely walk.
I need to sit, or I’ll fall down. It’s so hot that I think I might faint.
UNIT 12
UNIT 12, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: AVOID, PREVENT AND PROTECT;
CHECK, CONTROL, KEEP AN EYE ON AND SUPERVISE 1
To avoid unwanted weight gain, you’re recommended to exercise at least three times a week.
Did you get my email? I haven’t checked.
Wear safety goggles to prevent accidental eye damage when using machinery.
Why did you install the cameras? It’s an easy way to keep an eye on the baby.
They avoided a parking fine by getting back to the car just in time.
The police checked the crowd to see if they could find the suspect.
Jim took tablets on his boat trip to prevent himself from getting ill.
Why did you say the same thing again? I wanted to avoid any doubt.
The supermarket manager supervised the new cashier to make sure that he was greeting the customers
correctly.
The strong winds prevented us from playing football.
UNIT 12, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: AVOID, PREVENT AND PROTECT;
CHECK, CONTROL, KEEP AN EYE ON AND SUPERVISE 2
Wearing face coverings helps people to protect themselves from catching illnesses.
The steering wheel is very heavy. I don’t think I’ll be able to control this car at high speeds.
My mum asked me to keep an eye on the dinner, which was cooking in the oven.
I’d avoid using the motorway right now. Apparently, there’s loads of traffic.
You need to learn to control your temper.
The teacher supervised the children playing.
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Gloves are a great way to protect your hands whilst doing the gardening.
The security guard decided to keep an eye on the men just in case it turned violent.
When a manager supervises employees well, they don’t feel like every action is being judged.
Could you watch the children while I’m out? Would you be able to keep an eye on the children while I’m out?
UNIT 12, GRAMMAR, THIRD AND MIXED CONDITIONALS 1
I could have given you more help if I hadn’t been so busy.

If it hadn’t been late, I would have stayed for a drink.
If we 'd had a car, we would have explored the coast.
If I hadn’t been in a rush, I would have stopped to say hello.
I’d have brought a picnic basket if I had been more prepared.
If James had got the job, we would have moved to the USA.
If I hadn’t been on a diet, I would have had dessert.
If she hadn’t been so rude to me, I would have/could have/'d have/may have/might have helped her.
I would have stood up and spoken if I hadn’t been so nervous.
I queued for two hours to see the band, but only because I love them. If I hadn't loved the band/I had not
loved the band, I wouldn’t have queued for two hours to see them.
Jesse wouldn’t be doing as well in her career now if she hadn’t performed so well in her initial interview all
those years ago.
Any regrets? Yes. If I were more patient, I’d have gone abroad later.
If Jason had fully researched his university options last year, he’d now be studying at a more suitable place.
Pedro wishes he had a calmer personality. If he did, he wouldn’t have/would not have/’d not have got into so
many arguments in his teenage years.
Does Sarah benefit from her popularity? If she weren’t so popular, she wouldn’t have become prom queen.
Yulia wouldn’t be so competitive now if she hadn’t grown up with so many siblings.
You wouldn’t be in so much trouble if you had admitted/’d admitted to breaking the window at the time,
instead of trying to blame it on your younger brother.
Brighton would have been the perfect place to live as a younger adult, if being near my parents wasn’t so
important to me.
If Harry had told/’d told me he wasn’t going to come, I wouldn’t be/would not be/’d not be so disappointed
now.
If Samantha didn’t know so much about economics, she wouldn’t have had so many of her books published
over the last few years.
If I hadn’t watched Italian football on TV as a kid, I wouldn’t know so much about the teams over there.
Is your city overcrowded? It would be if the capital hadn’t been relocated.
If I didn’t know how to recognise real money, I might have accepted that fake €50 note the woman tried to
give me.
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If she didn’t have such an aggressive character, she wouldn’t have got/would not have got/’d not have
got/might not have got/mightn’t have got/may not have got into so much trouble as a teenager.
If driving were banned in every country, by now people would have developed alternative means of personal
transport.
If I weren’t so good at baking, I wouldn’t have been able to make this cake.
Phil doesn’t think he would be so open-minded as an adult if he hadn’t moved from country to country
because of his mother’s job as a child.
Of course John told me. How could I know about the surprise party, if he hadn’t told me?
I didn’t finish my essay on time, so I’m not at the park with my friends now. If I had handed in/’d handed in my
essay on time, I would be/’d be at the park with my friends now.
If Clive didn’t have a camera in his helmet, he wouldn’t have been able to prove that the driver of the car had
opened the door and knocked him off his bike.
UNIT 12, GRAMMAR, WISH AND IF ONLY 1
Look at all these dirty dishes! I wish we had a dishwasher!

I can’t believe we’re going home tomorrow. If only we could stay a bit longer!
If only we lived a bit closer, we could see you more often.
I wish you wouldn’t keep taking my things without asking.
James is really intelligent. If only he wasn't/was not so lazy!
If only it snowed we could go skiing.
I wish I had long hair like yours!
I’d better go home now. I wish I didn’t have to work tomorrow.
If only Lucy passed her test, we could share the driving.
I wish you wouldn’t leave all the windows open every time you go out.
If only we didn’t have so much homework to do, we could watch TV.

I wish you wouldn’t keep singing that song – it’s really annoying!
My town is so boring. I wish I lived in a big city.
I wish I didn’t have so much work to do.
I wish we could see each other more often.
If only the shops weren’t closed. We could buy some food to make dinner.
If only I had my car with me I could give you a lift home.
I wish you weren’t so untidy – I’m always having to tidy up after you.
If only I spoke French, I could move to Paris.
I haven’t heard from him all day. I wish he would call/'d call/could call me and let me know that he’s okay.
If only it wasn’t raining, we could go to the beach.

I wish I could afford to pay somebody to clean my house for me.
If only I had a garden, I could grow vegetables.
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If only we had our bikes with us, we wouldn’t have to walk all the way back.
I wish I could drive so I could come and visit you.
I wish Sylvia would go to the school party. She might make some new friends.
We could move to the countryside if only Carlos would leave his job.
I wish you wouldn't/would not keep teasing your sister – she’s younger than you.
I’d love to eat at that restaurant if only it wasn’t so expensive.
I don’t have any pets because my brother is allergic to animals. I really want one. If only my brother wasn't
allergic to animals/was not allergic to animals/wasn't allergic/was not allergic/weren't allergic to
animals/were not allergic to animals/weren't allergic/were not allergic, I could have a pet.
UNIT 13
UNIT 13, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: SPACE, PLACE, ROOM, AREA,
LOCATION AND SQUARE 1
Don’t worry, there’s plenty of room to bring your bike in on this train.
Are you attending the seminar tonight? No, I was too late to get a place.
Joe drove around for ages looking for a parking space.
We’ve got eleven players already. Unfortunately, there isn’t space for anyone else.
Can I get a lift too? Yes, I think we’ve got room for one more.
Sadly, because the building was full, there wasn’t any space for any more people.
Its location is amazing because it’s right in the centre and near the station.
Where are you celebrating your birthday tonight? I’ll be in the town square.
There’s plenty of space/room at the back of the hall for you to sit.
Sandra loves her job but hates its location. It takes over an hour to get there.
UNIT 13, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: SPACE, PLACE, ROOM, AREA,
LOCATION AND SQUARE 2
Places are filling up. Please sign up quickly to guarantee your spot.
Where will you park? Hopefully, a space will appear soon.
There’s plenty of room for more people to attend.
The room of the apartment is ideal. It’s right in the heart of the city and within walking distance of all the main
tourist attractions. location
I’ve never seen this place before. Are you sure this restaurant isn’t new?
If I designed a new city, I’d make sure there were plenty of nice squares for people to meet.
There’s not much room in the kitchen for someone who loves cooking.
A house’s location is the most important thing for me to consider when I next move. I want to live somewhere
quiet.
I have a room to rent as my flatmate is moving out.
It’s known as one of the safest areas in the city.
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UNIT 13, GRAMMAR, CAUSATIVES 1
I need to have my shoes repaired. I don’t know how to do it myself.

Did you have to carry the armchair home? No, I got it delivered.
I’ll edit this report. I want to do it myself this time.
Ben’s hair looks different. Yeah, he had it cut short at the hairdresser’s.
Sophie hates walking to the gym, so she often gets a friend to drive her there. She’s planning on getting her
license next year.
Would you like me to come back to pick up the papers? It’s OK, I’ll get Manu to send them to you.
Sarah is so fed up with the broken shower. She’s going to get it fixed as soon as possible.
Why are you looking so sad? We had our flat burgled while we were on holiday.
The fussy customer wasn’t happy with the temperature of the tea, so he got the waiter to take it back.
Did you take your broken laptop to the repair shop in town? No, I fixed it myself.
Good teachers are able to get their students to enjoy the work that they have to do.
Jennifer got her mum to drive her to the concert.
Why did you leave the building? The security team got us all to go outside quickly.
My new laptop stopped working, so I got the shop to replace it with another one.
I missed my dad’s birthday this year as I was abroad, but I did manage to get a present sent to him.
Adam was relieved to hear that he could get the office to send him his important documents while he was
away.
Shaun crashed his friend’s car, and now needs to get his parents to pay for the cost of the repairs.
It can be a bit confusing to get here, so I’ll have a map sent to you by email.
If Kirsty spills coffee all over her lovely new jacket, she’ll need to get it/have it cleaned at the dry-cleaner’s,
which will be expensive.
I had to work all weekend, so I’m getting my company to give me time off next week.
You’ve scratched your phone. You should get it repaired/have it repaired at the phone shop.
The car’s filthy. You should take it to the petrol station and get it washed.
After I injured my leg, the coach got my teammates to carry me to the dressing room.
Your trousers are a bit long for you. You should have them altered/get them altered at the tailor’s.
What are you going to do about the flight booking? I’ll get it changed as soon as possible.
My jumper had a stain on it so I got it cleaned/had it cleaned at the dry-cleaner’s. Now it’s as good as new!
Sergio’s passport was stolen while he was having lunch in Barcelona. Luckily, he got the embassy to give him
an emergency one to return home.
Simon’s car was repaired by the mechanic. Simon got the mechanic to repair his car.
I usually collect from the restaurant, but as I was feeling a bit lazy I got my food delivered to my house.
Someone stole Isaac’s bike while he was at school. Isaac had his bike stolen/got his bike stolen while he was
at school.
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UNIT 13, GRAMMAR, EXPRESSING OBLIGATION AND PERMISSION 1
To stay healthy, you should always get at least eight hours of sleep a night.
Are you going to call her? Should I do it now? I’m not sure.
It’s totally up to you, but I don’t think you should decide without speaking to your parents.
Sara needs to apply for a new job. Her company doesn’t appreciate her.
Asif asked for my recommendation about where to live. I told him he ought to try to find a place near the city
centre.
Jo’s really talented and I think she’s got lots of potential, but she ought not to keep missing training.
Is this really compulsory? No, you needn’t do it.
If you’ve got a fever you shouldn’t go to school or work. If you’ve got a fever you ought not to go/oughtn’t to
go to school or work.
I promise I’ll remember to complete my share of the work and send it to you before the deadline. You had
better!
If you don’t want to fail, you had better begin doing your course work early.
These aren’t my rules. We all have to follow them though.

Can we wear whatever we like to school? You mustn’t wear jeans.
In my opinion, the new manager must learn how to communicate better with colleagues.
I don’t care how you do it, just do it. You’ve got to solve this problem.
The rules are relaxed here. You can if you want, but you don’t have/do not have/don’t need to be in the office
every day of the week.
Attaching your personal statement is something everyone had to do before last week’s deadline, but many
didn’t.
Personally, what do you think is crucial when moving to a new country? You must be open-minded./You had
better be open-minded.
You know that wasn’t an obligation, don’t you? You didn’t have to do that.
Wearing a facemask was obligatory during the flight. We had to wear a facemask during the flight.
You need not pay to enter museums in London.
Please watch the first two videos, but you needn’t watch the last one if you don’t have time.
Do you have any suggestions for what restaurant to go to tonight? You should try the new Thai place.
You haven’t been training in weeks. You’d better go if you want to be chosen for the team.
I can’t make it until a bit later because I have to go to my appointment at the dentist’s at half past eleven.
The rules are very clear and there are no exceptions. Sara has to/must follow them whether she likes it or not.
My advice is that if you’re having second thoughts, you shouldn’t do something just to please others.
Is it a good idea to take practice exams? I think you should./I think you ought to.
I’m determined to get better. I simply must beat my personal best time.
Walking on the green is strictly forbidden at all times for all pupils and teachers. Students and teachers
mustn’t walk on the/must not walk on the green at any time.
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I wouldn’t miss the chance to see that film if I were you. You ought to see that film.
UNIT 14
UNIT 14, VOCABULARY, FESTIVALS AND CELEBRATIONS 1
The parade was filled with people dressed in bright, colourful costumes.
Which word has a similar meaning to celebrate? commemorate
The residents will hold a street party to celebrate the upcoming anniversary of the King and Queen.
Words used to describe a festival: traditional/accessible/unique
The organisers are launching a social media campaign to publicise the festival.
The crowd looked on in amazement as the street performer juggled whilst riding a horse.
The festival has a reputation for being one of the best for showcasing new bands and artists.
The festival attracts both younger and older people. The festival appeals to both younger and older people.
appeals
There is no other festival like it in the world. It’s truly unique.
People dress up in desgises during the Venice Carnival. disguises
UNIT 14, VOCABULARY, FESTIVALS AND CELEBRATIONS 2
The music festival appeals to people from all over the world.
Words to describe events that take place on the street: parade/march
The festival dates back to the 17th century and people attend wearing traditional costumes from that era.
Halloween is a time when children and adults dress up in scary costumes.
Organisers are keen to make the festival more accessible for people with disabilities.
The firework display was incredible. It lasted for about 20 minutes and lit up the night sky.
Which word means causing little or no damage to the environment? sustainable
The carnival is a time for people to wear costumes and take part in parades. The carnival is a time for people to
dress up in costumes and take part in parades.
The 2024 Summer Olympic Games will be hosted by Paris.
The statue was built to comemarate the life of a poet who died 100 years ago. commemorate
UNIT 14, GRAMMAR, THE PASSIVE 1
Have a look at the present Martin made for me.

What happened in court? I was given a fine.
This is totally unacceptable! I’ve never been spoken to so rudely.
Our team should have won. We were denied a chance of victory by a poor refereeing decision.
Due to huge public demand, a second series has now been made.
We need to be quiet, otherwise we’re going to be told off for waking everyone up.
The details were on this letter, but it has been torn up, so I can’t read it.
The judge sent the burglar to jail for three months.
Clare found an expensive piece of jewellery on the floor as she was waiting at the station.
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The publisher is editing the author’s manuscript. The author’s manuscript is being edited by/’s being edited by
the publisher.
Thank you for your order. Your food will be delivered in around half an hour.
Why did the police visit James last week? He was arrested.
I’m going to be late, unfortunately. I’m stuck in traffic and the roads are completely blocked.
When did you realise you didn’t have your wallet? While I was being served at a restaurant.
It must have been while I was waiting for the bus that my phone was stolen/was stolen.
I hope they don’t get caught. They’ll be punished if their parents find out.
What do you think caused so much damage to the car? It looks like it was hit by a falling tree.
During the job interview, you must give a ten-minute presentation after which you’re going to be asked a
series of questions.
What seat number have you been given/were you given/’ve you been given for your flight tomorrow?
It’s possible to buy the tickets online. The tickets can be bought online.
The toy has been designed for children under three.

My friends might join us for dinner.
This novel was written by my favourite author.
The books should be returned on time to avoid a fine.
Dolphins may be seen on the boat trip.
My sister made the cake. The cake was made by my sister.
The ferry may be cancelled due to today’s bad weather.
The house will be cleaned thoroughly before the guests arrive.
This dish can be eaten for any meal.
My mother knitted this jumper for me. This jumper was knitted for me/was knitted by my mother.
UNIT 14, VOCABULARY, DESCRIBING WHAT PEOPLE DO 1
As a comedian, my job is to make people laugh.

Job title: assistant Job description: support the CEO in dealing with emails and phone calls in addition to
booking and arranging travel.
Choose the correct word. novelist
ends in -er: design/research
ends in -or: survive/collect
He’s been the band’s guitarist for over ten years.
My doctor referred me to a specialer. specialist
A consultant is someone who offers advice and expertise to organisations.
I work as a researcher at a science institute.
refugee
He’s such a good comedian. He tells the best jokes that always make the audience laugh.
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UNIT 14, VOCABULARY, DESCRIBING WHAT PEOPLE DO 2
The company hired a consultant to help them with their business plan.
Sarah Smith has sold over ten million copies of her book. She’s a very successful novelist.
ends in -ist: special/novel/guitar
ends in -ant: assist/consult
My dad’s a doctor. He’s a specialist in dermatology.
I work part-time as a sales assistant at the local shop around the corner.
I did an apprenticeship at a fashion company and worked with lots of famous designers.
She’s a leading researcher in the field of biology.
He’s a very talented salesperson. He can convince anyone to buy anything.
The rescue team searched tirelessly for survivors.
The sales asisster was very rude so I decided not to buy anything from the shop. assistant

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UNIT 01, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS: RELATIONSHIPS 1

UNIT 01, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS: RELATIONSHIPS 2

UNIT 01, GRAMMAR, PRESENT PERFECT SIMPLE AND CONTINUOUS 1

UNIT 01, GRAMMAR, PRESENT PERFECT SIMPLE AND CONTINUOUS 2

UNIT 01, GRAMMAR, PRESENT PERFECT SIMPLE AND CONTINUOUS 3

UNIT 01, VOCABULARY, COLLOCATIONS WITH MAKE AND DO 1

I need to see the doctor. Can I make an appointment?

UNIT 01, VOCABULARY, COLLOCATIONS WITH MAKE AND DO 2

UNIT 02, GRAMMAR, MAKING COMPARISONS 1

The larger the city, the easier it is to find a job.

UNIT 02, GRAMMAR, MAKING COMPARISONS 2

UNIT 02, GRAMMAR, MAKING COMPARISONS 3

UNIT 02, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS AND EXPRESSIONS 1

UNIT 02, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS AND EXPRESSIONS 2

UNIT 02, GRAMMAR, ADJECTIVES WITH -ING AND -ED 1

We were not completely satisfied with the quality of the product.

UNIT 02, GRAMMAR, ADJECTIVES WITH -ING AND -ED 2

UNIT 02, GRAMMAR, ADJECTIVES WITH -ING AND -ED 3

I’ve always found my mother’s side of the family fascinating.

I was surprised to find a large parcel on my doorstep.

UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, PAST SIMPLE, PAST CONTINUOUS AND USED TO 1

A: Did you go to the party last night? B: No, I had to study.

UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, PAST SIMPLE, PAST CONTINUOUS AND USED TO 2

UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, PAST SIMPLE, PAST CONTINUOUS AND USED TO 3

I didn’t pass all of my exams last year, so I had to repeat a year.

UNIT 03, VOCABULARY, HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES 1

UNIT 03, VOCABULARY, HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES 2

We went trekking in the mountains for 3 days with a brilliant guide.

UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, AT, IN AND ON IN TIME PHRASES 1

The bus is late. It was supposed to be here at 2.30 pm.

It’s traditional in the UK to eat fish and chips on Fridays.

UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, AT, IN AND ON IN TIME PHRASES 2

My birthday is on the 30th October.

UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, AT, IN AND ON IN TIME PHRASES 3

Are you taking any time off in December?

UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, PAST PERFECT SIMPLE AND CONTINUOUS 1

UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, PAST PERFECT SIMPLE AND CONTINUOUS 2

UNIT 03, GRAMMAR, PAST PERFECT SIMPLE AND CONTINUOUS 3

UNIT 04, VOCABULARY, FOOD AND DRINK 1

We usually eat out once a week at our favourite Italian restaurant.

Phrasal verbs related to eating a lot of food: eat up/fill up

UNIT 04, VOCABULARY, FOOD AND DRINK 2

UNIT 04, GRAMMAR, SO, SUCH, TOO AND ENOUGH 1

UNIT 04, GRAMMAR, SO, SUCH, TOO AND ENOUGH 2

I think this class may be too difficult for me.

UNIT 04, GRAMMAR, SO, SUCH, TOO AND ENOUGH 3

If you try hard enough, you will pass the exam.

UNIT 04, VOCABULARY, FOOD, MEALS AND RESTAURANTS 1

UNIT 04, VOCABULARY, FOOD, MEALS AND RESTAURANTS 2

I had to throw away the milk because it had gone off.

UNIT 05, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS: EDUCATION AND STUDY 1

I need to start writing my essay, but I keep putting it off.

UNIT 05, VOCABULARY, PHRASAL VERBS: EDUCATION AND STUDY 2

Which phrasal verb means to understand something? figure (it) out

UNIT 05, GRAMMAR, ZERO, FIRST AND SECOND CONDITIONALS 1

If they don’t have milkshakes, I’ll have a coke instead.

UNIT 05, GRAMMAR, ZERO, FIRST AND SECOND CONDITIONALS 2

If you came to my book club, you might enjoy it.

UNIT 05, GRAMMAR, ZERO, FIRST AND SECOND CONDITIONALS 3

If we bought the tickets in advance, they wouldn’t cost as much.

UNIT 05, VOCABULARY, COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS: EDUCATION AND STUDY 1