- •Present Simple vs. Present Progressive
- •III form spelling rules
- •IV form spelling rules:
- •4. Performative verbs.
- •Practice Present Simple vs. Present Progressive
- •1. Underline the correct word or phrase in each sentence.
- •2. Underline the correct word or phrase in each sentence.
- •3. Put each verb in brackets into the present simple or present progressive.
- •4. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using one of the words in bold. Do not change the word in bold.
- •5. Complete the texts with the present simple or present progressive form of the verb in brackets.
- •Present Perfect vs. Present Perfect Progressive vs. Past Simple
- •Practice Present Perfect vs Present Perfect Progressive vs Past Simple
- •2. Match the expressions (a-j) with the explanations of when they might be said (1-10).
- •3. Underline the correct word or phrase in each sentence.
- •4. Underline the correct word or phrase in each sentence.
- •5. Underline the correct phrase in each sentence.
- •6. Put each verb in brackets into the most appropriate perfect or past verb form.
- •7. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given.
- •8. Put each verb in brackets into either the past simple, present perfect simple or present perfect continuous.
- •Past Tenses
- •Practice Past Tenses
- •1. Underline the correct word or phrase in each sentence.
- •2. Underline the correct word or phrase in each sentence.
- •3. Decide if the verb form underlined is correct or not. If it is correct, write a tick. If not, correct it.
- •4. In each sentence decide whether one, or both, of the alternative verb forms given are appropriate. Write o for one or b for both.
- •5. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given.
- •6. Complete the text by writing one word in each space.
- •7. Put each verb in brackets into a suitable verb form.
- •Future Tenses
- •Practice Future Tenses
- •1. Underline the correct word or phrase in each sentence.
- •2. Complete the common expressions using the words from the box.
- •3. Choose the most appropriate continuation for each sentence.
- •4. Look at the three options a, b and c for each question. Decide which two are correct.
- •5. Put each verb in brackets into a suitable verb form.
- •6. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given.
- •7. Write a new sentence with the same meaning containing the word in capitals.
- •The Passive Voice Theory
- •The Passive Voice Practice
- •1. Correct any verb forms which are impossible or inappropriate.
- •2. Underline any uses of the agent which are unnecessary.
- •3. Decide whether the sentences in each pair have the same meaning.
- •4. Underline the correct word in each sentence.
- •5. Complete each sentence with a suitable preposition.
- •6. Complete the text using the phrases from the box.
- •7. Put each verb in brackets into an appropriate passive verb form.
- •8. Rewrite each sentence in the passive, omitting the words underlined.
- •9. Rewrite each sentence so that it ends with the word underlined.
- •10. Rewrite each sentence in a more formal style so that it contains a passive form of the word given in capitals.
- •11. Both sentences in each pair have the same meaning. Complete the second sentence.
- •12. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given.
- •13. Insert one word.
- •Revision
- •1. Open the brackets using a suitable form.
- •2. Translate into English.
- •3. First look in your dictionary to find out whether these verbs are transitive or intransitive. Then complete these sentences with appropriate passive (if possible) or active forms of the verbs).
- •4. Open the brackets using the correct forms of the Active/Passive Voice.
- •5. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it is as similar as possible to the sentence before it.
- •7. Fill each of the numbered blanks in the following passages with one suitable word.
- •8. Rearrange the words to make coherent sentences inside the first and last words given.
- •9. Translate into English.
- •Indicative Mood. Subjunctive Mood. Conditionals
- •Practice
- •1. Correct the error(s) in the following sentences if necessary.
- •2. Finish the sentences by ticking the correct option (a-c).
- •3. Underline either hope or wish in each sentence.
- •4. Put each verb in brackets into an appropriate verb form.
- •5. A Rewrite each sentence three times so that it contains the word in capitals.
- •6. A Complete the text by writing one word in each space. A contraction counts as one word.
- •Reported Speech
- •Reported Speech Practice
- •1. Complete the text with one word in each space.
- •2. Using the information in the e-mail as a guide, complete each space in the letter with a verb. The first letters of the verbs have been given.
- •3. For each numbered verb in brackets choose a suitable tense, whether for reported speech (dependent upon the verbs in italics) or for direct speech (within quotation marks).
- •4. Report the following direct speech using different introductory verbs.
6. A Complete the text by writing one word in each space. A contraction counts as one word.
Mr Jeffries, I have decided against a prison sentence in your case. You may walk free from this court on (1) … that you report to Chesham police station every Friday for the next six months. Should you fail to (2) … so, you will be given one warning; and if you persist (3) … failing to meet this obligation, you will return to this court for a harsher sentence. (4) … you can present good reason why you were unable to report to the station, you will (5) … yourself in severe trouble. If you are (6) … to attend because of illness, please note that a medical certificate must be produced, signed by your doctor, proving your state of health. You should realise that (7) … for your previous good conduct, I would (8) had no hesitation in imposing a prison sentence. And I shall not forget that if your friend had (9) … intervened in the fight, you might (10) … seriously injured the defendant. |
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Dear Tom, Well, this time next week you'll be somewhere in Europe on a train. I'm sure any mum would worry! Actually, you're very lucky. I'd love to (1) ... able to go off around the world. I often wish I (2) … travelled more when I was younger. I really hope you (3) … yourself, but do be careful, won't you? You're only 18 after all. Do take care with your money, won't you? And I'd rather you (4) … spend too many nights in your tent alone. It's so dangerous. I suggest you only (5) … your tent in a proper camp site. I wish you (6) … going quite so soon. It's a pity you (7) … stay until after Dad's 50th birthday. But never mind. I wish Dad (8) … be at the airport to see you off, but he's got some really important business that day. Suppose we (9)… out to see you in June?!! Just a thought. Anyway, just remember, if you get into any trouble, we're only a phone call away, and come what (10) … , we'll always be there for you. Love, Mum |
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C Using the notes as a guide, complete the letter. Use one or two words in each space. The words you need do not occur in the notes.
YELLOW BRICK ROAD RECORD COMPANY MEMO Brian, tell Carter's again that their account must be paid. If they don't pay in ten days we're going to have to go to the law. If they're in financial trouble, they can get in touch with our Finance Dept. If they pay up we can keep their account open. If they don't we shall, if we really have to, close their account. If they have settled the account already, say sorry for this letter. |
Credit Controller Carter's Record Store
Dear Sir/Madam, We would like to (1) … you that your account is two months overdue. On the basis of our goodwill, we are prepared to allow you another ten days to settle your account. However, if you (2) … to pay your outstanding bills within ten days you (3) … us with no alternative but to take legal action. That is, (4) … we receive full payment by 20 March, we (5) … steps to reclaim our money, plus compensation costs. (6) … you be experiencing financial difficulties, please contact our Finance Department. (7) … that you settle your account within the specified time period, we (8) … happy to continue to do business with you. However, we will, if (9) …, take the regrettable step of closing your account. We are sorry that the situation has come to this, but if you had paid your bills over the last two months, we would not be in this position now. You (10) … have settled your account in the last two days; if so, please accept our apologies for this letter.
Yours faithfully, Brian Eccles Customer Services Yellow Brick Road Record Company |
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