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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 1.2 review of verb tenses

1.1 question forms

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
sentences.
1 Complete the questions with the words in the box. 1 What did you do/were you doing at 8.30 last night?
2 Kerry knows/is knowing James very well.
about are did does for happened 3 Fay didnt go/doesnt go to work yesterday.
has have is were 4 We have/re having lunch at the moment. Can I
1 Who you see at the party last night? call you back?
2 she like tea? 5 I think/m thinking of changing my course at
3 What are you looking ? university.
4 When you going on holiday? 6 Do you have/Are you having a good time?
5 you ever been to Italy? 7 I didnt see/wasnt seeing Jill at work today. Is
she OK?
6 Where my pen?
8 I left/was leaving my job six years ago.
7 Where she gone?
9 Why did he be/was he being so nice yesterday?
8 What you doing at 10.30 last night?
10 I didnt see/wasnt seeing why it was so important.
9 Who are you talking ?
11 When I was 10, I broke/was breaking my leg in an
10 This place is a mess! What ?
accident.
2 Find and correct the mistakes. There is one mistake 12 I live/m living with my brother while I look for a
in each question. new flat.
1 Where are you work? 13 Whats wrong with Charlotte? She doesnt seem/
isnt seeming very happy.
14 Pat met/was meeting Jill at university.
2 Who did write Crime and Punishment?
15 Excuse me, do you know/are you knowing what
time it is?
3 Where are she staying?
2 Put the words in the correct order to make
4 Why do you late? sentences.
1 isnt / the / studying / moment / Anya / at / .
5 Where you met Chris?
2 to / this / Sally / belongs / book / .
6 She speaks German?
3 know / speak / I / Russian / didnt / you / could / .
7 How many jobs have you applied?
4 do / jacket / like / new / my / you / ?
8 When they are arriving?
5 you / talking / we / about / werent / .
9 What did you saw at the cinema?
6 this / not / about / happy / Im / .
10 Did you ever eaten octopus?
7 speaking / sister / not / Im / to / my / moment /
the / at / .
3 Match answers a)j) with questions 110 in Exercise 2.
a) Dostoevsky. 8 university / Andressa / studying / met / at /
b) About six oclock. while / were / we / I / .
c) Only a little.
d) In an office. 9 very / like / dont / much / their / they / house /
e) We met at a party. new / .
f) A really boring film.
g) With her cousin in London. 10 came / what / talking / in / when / you / I / were /
h) Yes. I had it once in Spain but I didnt like it. about / ?
i) Because of the traffic.
j) Four, and I havent heard anything yet.

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3 Add one word to each sentence or pair of sentences. Consolidation

1 Sorry! I looking where I was going.
1 Circle the correct options to complete the interview
2 Sheila waiting for the bus at the moment. with Clayton Price, a rock star.
3 They come to the party last night. A: Good morning, its great to have you here with us
4 The music seem too loud to you? today.
5 You coming with us? B: Thank you. And sorry I was late. While I 1 out
of the car, a group of fans 2 me and asked
6 You look very happy. Whats wrong?
for my autograph.
A: I imagine thats a common problem for you, right?
1.3 talking about yourself So there are a 3 of things Id like to ask you
about.
1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
B: Go 4 .
conversation.
A: Firstly, what 5 on at the moment?
A: OK, so to begin with, there are a 1couple/pair of
things Id like to ask about. B: Well, 6 on a new album with Mia Hopefield.
B: Of course. A: Mia Hopefield, really? Can you tell us 7 that?
A: Firstly, what do you think you can offer us? B: Yes, of course. Well, we 8
a few years ago
when we 9 a charity concert in New York.
B: Well, for me the 2more/most important thing is to
She liked my music and I liked hers, so we
have experience, and I have lots. 10
it would be a great idea to work together.
A: Hmm, I 3know/have a query about that. It says
A: Wow, I cant wait to hear the album. So, 11
on your CV you were only in your last job for six
your career up to now?
months. Is that right? Id 4have/want to say that
doesnt seem very long to me. B: Oh yes. I mean, while 12 with The Charmers
in the 1990s we 13 a few problems. But in
B: I understand. But one 5thing/reason Id like to say
my opinion it was very important, because it
is that in my 6thoughts/opinion, I think I achieved a 14
me a lot about who I am. And now
lot in those six months. For a start 15
some great memories!
2 Add one word to each extract. A: Fantastic. Well, thanks for coming in.
B: Thanks for inviting me.
1 Could I ask question? Why do you think your music
is so popular? 1 a) got b) was getting c) get
2 Thanks for giving us an interview. There are a 2 a) stopped b) were c) stop
stopping
couple of things Id to ask about.
3 a) several b) two c) couple
3 I a query. How long did you work for UniChem?
4 a) forward b) ahead c) please
4 I see you studied German at university. Can ask 5 a) do you b) are you c) did you
you about that? work working work
5 Could I a question? Why do you think your films 6 a) Im working b) I work c) I was
are so popular? working
7 a) of b) around c) about
3 Match responses a)e) with extracts 15 in 8 a) were b) met c) meet
Exercise 2. meeting
a) Go ahead. 9 a) were both b) both were c) did both
b) Id have to say I think its because people feel doing doing doing
connected to the words. 10 a) are thinking b) think c) thought
c) In my opinion, its because people can relate to the 11 a) have you b) do you c) you
characters. enjoyed enjoy enjoyed
d) Of course. What would you like to know? 12 a) I was playing b) I did play c) Im playing
e) For three years. 13 a) have b) had c) has
14 a) taught b) was c) teaches
teaching
15 a) Im having b) I have c) I was
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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 2.2 narrative tenses

2.1 present perfect/past simple

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
story.
1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the I remember it very clearly. It was a cold night and it
conversations. 1
rained/was raining heavily outside. I 2did/was doing
Conversation 1 the washing-up in the kitchen when my daughter
A: How was your holiday last month, Pam?
3
called/was calling through from the living room with
1
Did you go/Have you been anywhere nice? the result: Barack Obama 4became/had become the
first African-American president of the United States.
B: Yes, we 2went/ve been to Paris for wo weeks. We 5were following/had followed his campaign closely
A: Oh, I 3went/ve been to Paris. and we were really happy when we 6had heard/heard
B: Really? When 4did you go/have you been? the news. Whether you agreed with his politics or
A: Last summer. We 5went/ve been there by Eurostar. not, it was a very important event for world politics.
B: That sounds nice. I 6didnt travel/ve never travelled
by Eurostar. 2 Match 110 with a)j) to make sentences.
Conversation 2 1 We were having lunch
2 I was late for school because
A: Which film shall we watch tonight then, The
Wanted 2? 3 While Suzanne was collecting the dirty dishes,
4 When she got to her car she realised
B: Nah, 7I saw/ve seen that.
5 I got out of bed and
A: Really? When 8did you see/have you seen it?
6 Frank met Paula
B: Oh, I dont know. Ages ago.
7 It was a beautiful day,
A: But it only 9came out/has come out yesterday! 8 Id never tried sushi
B: Ah, thats right. I meant I 10already saw/ 9 I sat down in the caf
ve already seen the first one. 10 I felt terrible
2 Complete the sentences with the present perfect or a) shed lost her keys.
past simple form of the verbs in the brackets. b) when somebody called.
1 Last night I (watch) a really good c) until I went to Japan.
film on TV. d) and ordered a cappuccino.
2 Sara and Dan (know) each other e) because my girlfriend had split up with me.
for years. f) when they were working together at the pizza
3 I (never try) jackfruit. parlour.
4 We (see) Jake last night. He looked g) she dropped a glass on the floor.
really healthy. h) Id missed my bus.
5 Can you give me five minutes? I i) the sun was shining and the waves were crashing
(just get) home. on the beach.
6 (you call) the dentist yet? j) jumped in the shower.
7 (she hear) from Leo recently?
8 I (live) with my parents until I went
to university.

3 Find and correct the mistakes. There is one mistake

in each question.
1 Ive never went to China.
2 Weve watch a lot of films recently.
3 James never visited Scotland.
4 Shahla has yet eaten.
5 Have you never been in a helicopter?
6 Jan isnt here shes been home.
7 We didnt saw the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
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3 Complete the sentences with the correct form of Consolidation

the verbs in brackets.
1 We (meet) some interesting people 1 Complete the conversation using the prompts in
while we (travel) in Thailand. brackets.
2 As soon as I (get) home A: 1 (ever / tell) you the story about my
I (go) to bed. exam at university?
3 She took her phone out and (see) B: No, what 2 (happen)?
that she (miss) twenty-two calls. A: Well, this happened when I 3 (be)
4 Somebody (steal) my bag while at the end of my first year. We had to take exams
I (have) lunch in a caf. in each subject to be able to continue to the next
5 When I (arrive) at the restaurant, year. I was in my maths exam, and
the others (eat). I4 (not / really / study) for it.
6 He (switch) the TV off before he B: Really? Why not?
(go) to bed. A: It was one of the subjects I had to take but didnt
7 In the meeting, Paulette (realise) really want to continue.
she (forget) her folder. B: Ah, OK.
8 When I (open) the curtains, I saw it
A: So, while I 5 (look) through the
(snow) in the night.
question paper I 6 (realise) that
I7 (not know) any of it. I had no idea
2.3 telling a story how to answer the questions.
B: 8 (dear).
1 Put the underlined words in the correct order to A: Exactly. But then, 9 (all / sudden),
complete the conversations. I 10 (see) another piece of paper
1 A: beginning / in / the, they were all stuck on a under the exam paper. I think the professor
desert island. 11
(leave) it there by mistake.
Anyway, on it were all of the answers to the exam!
B: happened / next / what? B: Wow! What 12 (do)?
A: Well, I know its awful, but I used it!
2 A: of / and / a / all / then, / sudden, she stood up
B: I 13 (not / believe).
and started singing!
A: I know. I felt so bad, and I 14
B: funny / thats / really! (never / cheat) in an exam since then! Anyway, the
funny thing is, 15 (in / end) I went on
to major in maths and do really well! And it makes
3 A: the / end / in, we all just went home.
me think, perhaps my professor didnt leave the
answers there accidentally
B: must / joking / you / be.

4 A: when / happened / this I was working on a

cruise ship.

B: do / what / you / did?

5 A: knew / thing / the / I / next, we were hanging

upside down!

B: embarrassing / how!

6 A: long / before, we realised we were in the

wrong room.

B: believe / I / it / dont!

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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 3.2 the future (predictions)

3.1 the future (plans)

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
conversations.
1 A: What are your plans for the weekend?
B: Im not sure. I might go/m going to a party.
2 A: Are you on holiday next week?
B: Yes! We ll stay/re staying on one of the Greek
islands.
3 A: Are you ready to order sir?
B: Yes, I might have/ll have the chicken, please.
4 A: Have you got any new years resolutions?
B: Yes, I ll learn/m going to learn a new language!
5 A: Can I order a taxi for tomorrow morning,
please?
B: Of course. What time might you leave/
are you leaving?
6 A: Do you want to play cards?
B: No, sorry, Im really tired. I think I ll just go/
m just going to bed.
7 A: Do you want to do something on Sunday?
B: Sure. I ll meet/m meeting my mum for lunch,
but we could do something aer that.
8 A: What time should we get there?
B: Well, the other guests are going to come/
are coming about eight.
2 Rewrite the sentences using the words in brackets.
1 Maybe Ill go to the cinema tonight. (might)
I .
2 Adam doesnt plan to have lunch today. (going)
Adam
3 Ive just decided not to take a taxi. Its too
expensive. (wont)
I .
4 Weve arranged to play tennis on Saturday. (are)
We
5 Im not sure about going to the party tonight.
(not)
I .
6 Sally hasnt arranged to come to the concert with us.
(isnt)
Sally
7 Ive just decided to have a sandwich. (think)
I .
8 They dont plan to do anything this weekend.
(arent)
They
1 Put the words in the correct order to make
sentences.
1 shell / Rita / the / hopes / job / get / .
2 tonight / you / early / home / be / are / to / likely / ?
3 this / not / might / holiday / on / go / to / be /
able / year / we / .
4 league / Arsenal / win / year / this / probably /
wont / the / .
5 arrive / likely / theyre / be / when / to / tired /
very / they / .
6 train tickets / year / probably / more / get / this /
expensive / going / to / more / are / .
7 unlikely / 5.00 / there / were / get / before / to / .
8 future / will / people / more / the / in / work /
home / from / .
2 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
sentences.
1 The banking crisis probably/could cause a rise in
unemployment.
2 It will probably/probably will rain this aernoon.
3 Shes unlikely to pass/unlikely will pass her exam
next week.
4 I dont think/wont think Tania will be there
. tonight.
5 I sent it today, so its likely be/to be there at the
end of the week.
6 Look at the time! We re going to/ll be late!
7 They might/could not like what we offer, so we
. should have a plan B.
8 We only have an hour, so it s not going to be/
might not be easy to finish it on time.
9 Are/Might you likely to want dinner when you get
home tonight?
10 Most technology is going probably/is probably going
. to get cheaper in the next few years.
11 She probably/may lose her job in the new year.
12 Im sure you ll/might be happier in your new
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3.3 dealing with misunderstandings Consolidation

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the 1 Circle the correct options to complete the
sentences. conversation.
1 I dont get what/that youre saying. A: Have you got any plans for next year, Kate?
2 Could you say/repeat the last thing you said? 1
anything big?
3 What exactly/really do you mean? B: Well, nothing really big, but I have got plans. First,
4 Youve lost/got me. 2
cycling to work.
5 In other sentences/words, youve lost it. A: Really? That 3 a good idea. Did you know
6 I didnt/m not catch any of that. 4
a new bridge near your office? Its
7 Do you want/mean to tell me its been cancelled?
5
to get more dangerous.
8 So youre telling/saying you might not be able to B: I dont 6
what youre saying.
make it. A: Well, with all the building work, there are
7
more big lorries on the main road. So
2 Use the prompts to complete the conversations. in other 8 , it will be more dangerous for
1 A: There are no more flights today, sir. cycling.
B: mean / tell me / that were stuck here? B: Hmm. OK, well 9 a different route then. Im
sure 10 fine. What about you? Have you got
2 A: We need to invest more to stay in the market. any plans?
B: not get / what / say. A: Im not sure yet, I 11 looking for a new job.
B: Oh, really? 12
you say you were really happy
3 A: Ive been really busy, and Ive had lots of there?
problems at home, and A: Yes, but my boss 13 next month, she has
B: other / words, / you didnt do your homework. a new job. I get on really well with her, so its a
shame.
4 A: Your contact is Ardal OBrady. Call him if you B: Oh, so youre 14 you might not get on with
have any problems. the new boss.
B: repeat / name / said / ? A: Yes, exactly. But I think 15 and see what he
or she is like first.
5 A: You have to use a five-digit code to access the
1 a) Will you do b) Are you c) You are
account.
going to do going to do
B: what / exactly / mean / ? / I dont have a code.
2 a) Im going b) Ill start c) I start
to start
6 A: At the end of the road, turn le, then keep 3 a) ll maybe b) might be c) might not
going until the roundabout, where you need to not be be not
take the third exit.
4 a) theyll b) they might c) theyre
B: Wait. / lost / me / Where do I turn? build build building
5 a) likely b) probably c) unlikely
7 A: Well meet you at six in arrivals, by the cash 6 a) feel b) get c) imagine
machines.
7 a) probably b) probably c) going
B: Sorry. / not / catch / any / that / Its a bad line. will going to be probably
to be
8 A: Taxis are really expensive here. 8 a) meaning b) tell c) words
B: so what / mean / its better to get a bus, right? 9 a) Ill take b) Im taking c) take maybe
10 a) itll b) itll be c) it might be
11 a) maybe b) m starting c) might
start start
12 a) Didnt b) Wouldnt c) Do
13 a) will leave b) is leaving c) is unlikely
to leave
14 a) saying b) telling c) think
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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 4.2 used to, would

4.1 must, have to, should (obligation)

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
conversation.
A: Whats your new boss like, Gail?
B: Well, I know I 1should/shouldnt say this, but shes a
bit strange.
A: Whys that? 2Do you have to/Must you work very
hard?
B: Oh no, its just that she has some strange rules.
A: Like what?
B: Well, for example, we 3dont have to/mustnt wear
anything blue. Its unlucky for her.
A: Really? She 4has to/shouldnt tell you what to wear.
B: I know! But its not all bad. We 5have to/dont have
to work on Saturday any more. She thinks the
weekend 6must/should be a time for rest.
A: True! Oh, that reminds me. I 7must/mustnt book
my holiday this weekend.
B: Yes, you 8dont have to/have to do it soon or you
wont get the discount for booking early.
text. If both are possible, choose would.
When I was a child, I 1would/used to sometimes go to
work with my dad. He 2would/used to be a travelling
salesman, and we 3would/used to drive hundreds of
miles each day in the car for meetings in different
parts of the country. You might think it was boring
for me as a young child, but I 4would/used to love it.
I 5would/used to go into the meetings with my dad,
and sit there quietly drawing a picture or reading a
comic. And the people in the meetings were always
nice to me. They 6would/used to play with me or tell
me jokes. I also spent a lot of time with my dad,
and I have good memories of that. On the day
I 7used to start/started school and couldnt go with
him any more, I 8used to be/was really sad.

2 Rewrite the sentences using the words in brackets.

1 Its not necessary to be rich to be happy. (dont)
You .
2 Its very important to me to do more exercise.
(must)
I .
3 Its not a good idea to gossip at work. (shouldnt)
You .
4 You cant park in front of the exit. (mustnt)
2 Complete the sentences with the words in the box.
You . be didnt dont never to use used
5 Its important to get there early if we want to get watch went would
good seats. (have)
1 I to love cream when I was little. Now
We . I cant stand it!
6 I think its a good idea for Kerry to apologise. 2 We to Morocco last summer for a holiday.
(should)
3 Did they to live in the same street?
Kerry .
4 My grandmother always give us sweets
7 It was necessary for us to wear a uniform at when we saw her.
school. (had)
5 Kieran used to do much sport when he
We . was younger.
8 Do you think its a good idea for me to get him a 6 I used to love going camping, but I any
present? (should) more.
Do . 7 Did you use play any instruments when
you were younger?
8 When I was little I would TV every
Saturday morning.
9 Cara use to do her homework, but these
days she always does.
10 Is that Amanda? Didnt she use to really
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4.3 reaching agreement Consolidation

1 Match 112 with a)l) to make sentences. 1 Rewrite the sentences using the words in brackets.
1 I really feel 1 Every Friday, our teacher read us a story. (would)
2 I think we should think about
3 I dont see what 2 Its not necessary for you to wear a uniform.
4 Im not sure that I (have)
5 Thats a
6 Why dont we 3 I dont think exactly the same way as you,
7 The way I actually. (sure)
8 Thats
9 What 4 I suggest making her a cake. (why)
10 Thats OK
11 I suggest we focus 5 Did you go on holiday every year when you were
12 Im not sure that a child? (use)

a) agree, actually. 6 It isnt a good idea for us to go there in the

b) fine by me. winter. (shouldnt)
c) advertising on the internet.
d) TV commercials are a good idea. 7 I didnt like broccoli when I was young. (never)
e) good point.
f) that we should wait before making a decision. 8 Im OK with that idea. (fine)
g) about speaking to local business owners?
h) by me. 9 You cant be late. (mustnt)
i) print some flyers?
j) you mean. 10 I need to buy my mum a birthday present. (got)
k) see it, we need to start as soon as possible.
I) on the upcoming campaign first. 11 I like your idea. (point)

2 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the

12 I liked watching cartoons when I was a child.
conversations.
(used)
1 A: What about contact/contacting people in the
area first?
13 Its a good idea to tell her how you feel. (should)
B: Thats a good idea/by me.
2 A: The way I see/feel things, its important to build
14 I understand you. (mean)
a good brand image.
B: Im not sure that I mean/agree, actually.
15 I need to remember to set my alarm clock
3 A: Why dont we call/calling it Instashine?
tonight. (must)
B: Thats fine/good by me.
4 A: I really feel/see that we should have another
look at this.
B: Exactly!/Carefully!
5 A: I suggest we focus on/in the results of the
survey first.
B: Thats OK a point/by me.
6 A: I think/suggest we should spend more on
advertising.
B: Im not sure that more spending is
a good idea/fine by me.

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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 5.2 question tags

5.1 comparatives and superlatives

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
question tags.
1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the 1 You havent got the time, have/got you?
sentences. 2 Were going to lose, going/arent we?
1 Vietnam is by far/far the most interesting country 3 James and Cathy dont like Charlie, does he?/
Ive ever visited. do they?
2 The film wasnt as good/better as I expected it 4 I failed the exam, wasnt/didnt I?
to be. 5 You wont tell her, will/wont you?
3 This is the smaller/smallest size we have. 6 She hasnt arrived yet, has/did she?
4 This brand is exactly the same as/than that one, 7 Graham hates spinach, doesnt/does he?
but half the price. 8 Itll probably be sunny tomorrow, isnt/wont it?
5 James is one of the tallest boy/boys in his year 9 He isnt a teacher any more, isnt/is he?
at school. 10 You cant swim, do/can you?
6 This dish is very similar to/than the one we had 11 You work with Sandra, work/dont you?
last week. 12 Well have arrived by 10.00, wont/havent we?
7 This TV is slightly more expensive as/than that
one, but its much better. 2 Use the words from the box to write tags for the
8 The furthest/further Ive ever travelled from home statements.
is the north of the country. am arent do dont has is isnt shall
9 That soup was by far/far more delicious than I shouldnt will he I (x2) it she they
expected it to be. we (x2) you (x2)
10 Thats the tallest building of/in the world.
11 Charlotte is probably the least/least most 1 You dont live here, ?
confident person I know. 2 Shes going to be late, ?
12 I think English is easier then/than my language. 3 We should get her a present, ?
4 Im in trouble, ?
2 Use the prompts to write sentences. 5 Tim hasnt called yet, ?
1 London / much / big / Manchester / . 6 Lets go out for a meal, ?
7 It isnt raining outside, ?
2 Sandy / far / best / student / class / . 8 You know Cathy, ?
9 They wont be expecting us, ?
3 this exercise / slightly / difficult / last one / . 10 Im not the first one here again, ?

4 Chile / one / beautiful / places / I / ever / visited / . 3 Complete the conversations with the missing
question tags.
5 Spanish / very / similar / Portuguese / . 1 A: Its horrible weather today, ?
B: Absolutely awful.
6 Ben / friendly / than / Gary / . 2 A: Youve met Kim, ?
B: Oh yes, we met at the conference last year.
7 the exam / wasnt / difficult / expected / . 3 A: Lets get a taxi, ?
B: Good idea. Im exhausted.
8 this top / exactly / same / that one / . 4 A: You wont see Paul tonight, ?
B: Actually, I think I might. Why?
9 Tokyo / far / expensive / Bangkok / . 5 A: You like cycling, ?
B: Yes, I love it. Do you want to join me some
time?
10 this book / bit / longer / his last book / .
6 A: You havent seen my glasses anywhere,
?
B: Theyre by your bed.

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5.3 polite requests Consolidation

1 Underline the correct alternative. 1 Circle the correct options to complete the
1 Could you tell me what time is it/it is? conversation.
2 Could you pass/passing me that book, please? A: Excuse me, youre from round here, 1 you?
3 Do you know what time does the film start/ B: Yes, I am. Why?
the film starts? A: Could you tell me where 2 nearest tube
4 Would you mind opening/to open the window? station 3 ?
5 Do you know which train this is/is this? B: Well, that depends. Camden Town is 4 but
6 Could you open that window for/to me? Euston is 5 easier to get to.
7 Would you mind/like having a look at my work? A: Ah, OK. Euston is on the Victoria line, 6 it?
8 Could you tell me how far is the station/ B: Yes, thats right.
how far the station is?
1 a) are b) arent c) isnt
2 Use the prompts to write polite requests. 2 a) the b) a c) it
1 could / tell / way / bus station / please / ? 3 a) is b) be c) are
4 a) bigger b) more c) nearer
2 would / mind / open / door / me / ? 5 a) slightly b) many c) bit
6 a) arent b) isnt c) doesnt
3 please / could / put / my bag / rack / ?

4 do / know / time / game / start / ?

5 could / tell / how much / these jeans / cost / ?

6 would / mind / help / me / carry / this / ?

7 do / know / how far / it / from / here / ?

8 could / tell / where / bank / please / ?

3 Choose the best response, a) or b), to the requests

in Exercise 2.
1 a) Yes, I can. Its le at the end of the road.
b) Can I? Its le at the end of the road.
2 a) Of course not. Here you are.
b) Yes, please. Here you are. 2 Circle the correct options to complete the
3 a) No! Its too heavy for me. conversation.
b) Im sorry, I cant. Its too heavy for me. A: You dont like Ed very much, 1 you?
4 a) Im not sure. 3.30, I think. B: No I dont. I think hes one of the rudest 2
b) I dont sure. 3.30, I think. Ive 3 met.
5 a) Youre welcome. Theyre 45. A: You should get to know him though. Youll find
b) Yes, of course. Theyre 45. hes not as bad 4 he seems.
6 a) Im sure. Oh, its heavy! B: Im sorry, I just dont see it. In fact, 5 you
b) Sure. Oh, its heavy! mind not mentioning his name again?
7 a) Im not sure, but its not far. A: OK! My, you really dont like him, 6 you?
b) Im sure, but its not far.
1 a) dont b) do c) are
8 a) Of course not. Turn le at the end of the road.
2 a) person b) persons c) people
b) Yes, of course. Turn le at the end of the road.
3 a) ever b) yet c) still
4 a) than b) as c) to
5 a) did b) will c) would
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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 6.2 second conditional

6.1 zero and first conditionals

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
sentences.
1 Match 110 with a)j) to make sentences. 1 Id write a novel if I had/have more time.
2 If we re/were in London today, we could go on
1 Be careful around Joe. If you mention his ex-wife,
the London Eye.
2 If I arrive at the concert first,
3 If I were you, I was/d be a bit nicer to your boss.
3 When I get angry,
4 What will/would Tina do if she wasnt a dentist,
4 Plants die do you think?
5 I usually cycle to work, but if Im running late, 5 If they werent in Rome, we were/d be able to
6 Unless she asks me nicely, have lunch with them today.
7 What will you do first 6 Would you have to leave/left your dog here if you
8 What do you do moved to Poland?
9 Unless Im really tired, 7 I wouldnt work here if the money didnt/wasnt
10 If James doesnt arrive in the next fieen minutes, so good.
8 If I had/have to pay all the rent, I wouldnt be able
a) if they dont get enough water. to live here.
b) when you want to relax? 9 Where would you live/lived if you didnt live here?
c) well start the meeting without him. 10 Id love to visit Italy if/when I had the chance.
d) hell get really upset.
e) I wont help her with her homework. 2 Rewrite the sentences using the second conditional.
f) when you get to the hotel tomorrow? 1 You dont have a car and you have to go by bus.
g) I get a bus to save time. If I had a car, I wouldnt have to go by bus.
h) I count to ten before I say anything. 2 Jackie and Tom dont like sushi, so they arent
i) Ill save you a seat. going to the restaurant.
j) I never really sleep in the day. They .
3 I think its a bad idea that you gossip about
2 Use the prompts to write sentences. your colleagues.
1 Ed / not go / party / unless / Sally / invite / him / . If I .
4 We wont have cancel the game because it
2 when / I / finish / homework / I / always / ask / wont rain.
friend / check / it / . We .
5 I dont work from home so I get up at 6a.m.
3 if / Dana / pass / driving test / she / be / every day.
very happy / . If I .
6 I dont criticise her work and she doesnt
4 if / mix / hydrogen / oxygen / get / water / . get angry.
If I .
5 when / I / home / tonight / have / long bath / . 7 Youre not here so I dont know what you will do.
What ?
6 if / you / want / lose weight / need / do / 8 Sandra doesnt like Tom so she didnt invite him
exercise / . to her party.
If Sandra .
7 if / Chelsea / not / score / soon / lose / game / . 9 I live in London, but Id like to live in Rome.
If I .
8 where / you / go / if / have / holiday / this / year / ? 10 Richard hasnt lost his phone, so he isnt lost.
If Richard .
9 I / always / have / cup / coffee / when / get up /
morning / .

10 unless / put / sunscreen / on / you / get /

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6.3 giving news Consolidation

1 Add one word to each of the expressions. 1 Circle the correct options to complete the
1 Im sorry to have to you, but Ive lost my job. conversation.
2 Im really to hear that. A: Ive got 1 good news. My sisters going to
3 You lucky! have a baby! Im going to be an uncle!
4 Youll never what. B: 2 . Thats 3 news!
5 Theres Ive got to tell you. A: Thanks, obviously shes really happy. Theyve been
6 Im really pleased tell you that youve won! trying for a baby for ages. They thought theyd
7 Joking! been successful a few times, but each time the
8 Ive got some news. Im getting promoted! doctor said, Bad news, Im 4 .
9 Thats shame. B: Oh no.
10 Well. A: Its funny lots of people gave them advice while
11 Bad news, afraid. they were trying, and some of it was really strange.
12 Really annoying. B: Like what?
A: Oh, you know, things like if you 5 red meat
2 Match functions a)d) with phrases 112 in Exercise 1. and honey, youll have a boy, or if you buy a
a) giving good news new house, you 6 have a baby soon aer.
b) giving bad news Luckily my sister doesnt believe in any of those
c) responding to good news superstitions though. If she did, she 7 worry
d) responding to bad news about things far too much!
B: So have they decided on a name yet?
3 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the A: Not yet, but they have a few ideas. 8 its a
conversations. girl, theyll call her Alice. If its a boy, theyll call
1 A: Im afraid/scared he didnt get the job. him um Daniel Habermus.
B: Its/Thats a shame. B: Really? Habermus? Habby? You know that if he
2 A: Ive got a good news/some good news. They 9
that name, other children would laugh at
accepted my proposal! him, right?
B: Congratulations/Congratulation! A: I know, but its a family tradition: when you have
3 A: Weve got anything/something to tell you. Were a baby boy, 10 call him Habermus. Its my
going to have a baby. middle name, actually.
B: Wow! That was/s great news. B: Oh, Im 11 to hear that. If I 12 you, Id
4 A: Theres something Ive got to say/tell you. Ive keep it a secret!
been fired. A: Haha. Its OK. I quite like it, actually!
B: Im really sorry/annoyed to hear that.
1 a) some b) a c) the
5 A: Youll always/never guess what. Ive passed my
driving test! 2 a) Yes! b) Did you? c) Congratulations!
B: Have you? Well/Good done! 3 a) fantastic b) annoying c) lucky
6 A: Im really please/pleased to tell you that youve 4 a) annoying b) afraid c) unfortunately
been accepted on the course. 5 a) ate b) eat c) eaten
B: Youre joking/playing! I thought Id done really 6 a) ll b) d c) wouldnt
badly in the interview. 7 a) ll b) d c) wouldnt
7 A: You know/Know you Jan? She had an accident 8 a) When b) As soon as c) If
last night. 9 a) had b) hadnt c) have
B: Thats/Its awful. 10 a) you b) youl c) youd
8 A: Im sorry having/to have to tell you, but they 11 a) happy b) shame c) sorry
rejected your proposal. 12 a) am b) ll be c) were
B: Thats really/absolutely annoying. I put so much
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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 7.2 present and past ability

7.1 present perfect simple vs continuous

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete
1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
conversations.
A: How long have you 1known/been knowing Carla?
B: Oh, 2for/since we were children!
A: Really? 3Were you always/Have you always been
friends?
B: Mostly, yes. We didnt speak for a while once when
we were fieen, but 4for/since then weve always
5
been having/had a good relationship. How long
have you been 6gone/going out with Geoff?
A: 7For/Since about three years. But it feels longer!
A: You look exhausted Natalie, what have
8
you been doing/you done?
B: Oh, Ive 9worked/been working really long hours at
the office recently.
A: Really? How long 10do you work/have you worked
there now?
B: For/Since 2010. But its 12been/been being really
11
the text.
I always find it amazing to see how quickly my
children learn new things. Obviously Im a proud
father (Im also amazed that I 1managed/could to
produce two such beautiful kids!), but they really do
learn fast. Take cooking, for example. I 2can/could just
about cook to an acceptable standard now, but when
I was ten years old, I 3cant/couldnt cook at all.
I remember once when I tried to make soup, but
I 4wasnt/didnt able to get the liquid right, and it was
just a sticky mess. My daughter is ten now though
and she 5can/could already cook soups and pasta. OK,
its messy, she even 6could/managed to get soup on
the cat last week a personal record, but she
7
was able to/could produce an edible meal. Amazing.

busy recently. For example, today Ive 13had/

been having four really long meetings.
A: Oh dear. I have to say I dont miss meetings.
I havent 14had/been having any since I started
working from home.
B: Oh, how long have you been working from home?
A: 15For/Since three months. I love it! 2 Put the words in the correct order to make sentences.
1 guitar / can / the / play / you / ?
2 Use the prompts to write present perfect simple or
present perfect continuous sentences.
2 she / always / manage / eight / doesnt / to /
1 I / work / hard / all day / . before / work / leave
I
2 Susan / not see / her mother / two / weeks / . 3 was / he / read / four / when / could / he / ?
Susan
3 long / they / be / married / ? 4 offer / are / delivery / to / able / you / free / we
How
4 we / live / Manchester / twenty years / . 5 to / I / her / manage / didnt / call
We
5 I / study / Russian / three weeks / . 6 catch / were / flight / you / earlier / able / the / to / ?
I
6 long / Jane and Mike / know / each / other / ? 7 bike / when / was / a / I / I / five / was / ride / could

7 they / know / each other / they / at / university / . 8 able / again / she / over / fell / and / to / wasnt /
get / up
8 I / tired / because / I / play / football / .
9 restaurant / I / lovely / to / managed / tonight /
9 you / study / German / long / ? for / book / a

10 Ed / always / hate / carrots / . 10 it / just / do / cant / I

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7.3 clarifying opinions Consolidation

1 Put the underlined words in the correct order to
complete the sentences.
1 example / give / me / an / let / you: we could offer
a discount for large orders.
2 say / must / I I think its a good idea.
3 think / do / I we should get permission first.
1 Rewrite the sentences using the words in brackets.
1 I could read when I was four. (able)
2 I started studying Russian in January and
I still am. (since)
3 She tried to contact him and succeeded.
(managed)

4 for / thing / one, were all adults here. 4 I think the government should lower taxes. (view)

5 this / reason / say / I / the / is they dont like
people wasting time.
6 me / for, theres only one possible answer.
7 example / for, we could advertise on TV.
8 view / my / in, we need to solve the problem with
timing first.
5 I wrote two essays. They are finished. (written)
6 Is she able to drive? (can)
7 For example, he was rude to his classmate. (let)
8 When did you start sitting there? (long)
9 For example, I think Chris is a wonderful person.
(one)

2 Complete the conversations with the words in

10 Its possible for us to offer you an extended
the box.
warranty. (able)
do example for is me my one
reason say 11 Gil met David in 2010 and they still know each
other. (known)
1 A: What do you think about the governments
new plans?
B: Well, in view, its too little too late. 12 I think its important to say that I disagree. (must)
2 A: Im not sure what you mean.
B: OK, let me give you an : youre well 13 I dont always succeed when I try to stick to my
qualified but you cant find a job. What then? diet. (manage)
3 A: The I say this is that its becoming more
and more important these days. 14 Was it possible for you to speak to your boss
B: I must I agree with Ricky. today? (were)
4 A: Do you agree, Priscilla?
B: I suppose so. But I think we should ask 15 Im saying this because I dont think shes right
them first. for the job. (reason)
5 A: Whats wrong with that place?
B: For thing, the service is terrible.
6 A: What should we look at first, do you think?
B: For , the cost is the most important
issue.
7 A: Why do you say hes lazy?
B: Well, example, yesterday he came in at
11a.m. and le two hours early.
8 A: Dont you think we should give them more time?
B: No. The reason I say that weve already
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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 8.2 relative clauses

8.1 articles and quantifiers

1 Cross out the alternative which is not possible.
1 This is the phone which/where/that I got for my
1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the birthday.
conversations. 2 Johns cottage, which we stayed in/
where we stayed/that we stayed on holiday, is in a
A: Hows 1a/the new place, Harry?
beautiful part of the country.
B: Not bad, thanks. Its 2a/the big flat and its in 3 Kevins the guy who//whose you need to speak
3
/the centre of Leeds. But 4/the neighbours are a to about this.
bit annoying.
4 That was the moment which//that changed my
A: Whys that? life forever.
B: Well, the guy above me is 5a/the musician, and he 5 We need someone in the office which/who/that
plays 6a/the drums late at night. And below me speaks German.
theres 7/a family with young kids. 6 Thats the restaurant where we went/
A: Oh, I know how loud 8/the kids can be. Ive got which we went to/which we went for my birthday.
a boy and a girl. 9The/ boy is three and my 7 Sarah, whose husband/who has a husband who/
daughters five, and they can be really loud, who husband is a lawyer, is going back to
especially at 5a.m.! university.
A: How do you manage to afford to live in 10/the 8 Comedies are the films which//who I like best.
London? Its so expensive! 9 Coventry, the town where I grew up/
B: I share 11a/the flat with 12/the other people, 13/a which I grew up in/where I grew up in, is a lovely
man and two women. place.
A: Oh really? What do they do? 10 Shes the teacher that/who/why I liked most at
school.
B: Well, 14a/the man is a researcher and one of
11 Have you got that 20 which//when I lent you
15
a/the women is 16/a teacher. I dont know exactly
last week?
what 17an/the other one does.
12 Thats the man who//that stole my phone!
A: Is that kind of thing common then?
B: Oh yes. 18/The flats are really expensive in 2 Use the prompts to write sentences. Use the
19
/the city but its 20a/the great location. relative pronoun in brackets.
1 he / translator / speak / five languages / .
2 Complete the sentences with words in the box. (who)
all enough few little many much no
none plenty some 2 bowling, / easy / learn, / popular / my / country / .
(which)
1 I like English food, but not all of it.
2 Ive only got a days of my holiday le. 3 my school days / time / I / happiest / .
3 Yuck! Theres too ketchup on this burger! (when)
Its swimming in sauce!
4 The lesson was so much fun that of the 4 George / man / girlfriend / actress / .
students wanted to leave at the end. (whose)
5 Stay for dinner, weve got of food.
6 Has Janet got time to get there? 5 the actor, / from / Greece, / star / in / new /
7 There are too people coming. I dont think comedy / .
we have enough chairs. (who)
8 There are more tickets le Im afraid,
weve sold out. 6 thats / teacher / tell / you / about / .
9 of those colours are horrible I dont like ()
any of them, sorry.
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8.3 being a good guest Consolidation

1 Put the underlined words in the correct order to 1 Circle the correct options to complete the
complete the questions. conversation.
1 should / what / do / I if I cant eat any more food? A: Hi Geoff, have you got a minute or is this a
bad 1 ?
2 something / I / do / did / wrong ? B: No, its fine. 2 in.
A: Thanks. Listen, I think we should organise a
3 time / a / this / bad / is ? housewarming party for 3 Alex, you know,
4
guy 5 bought a new flat last week.
4 to / I / need / do make the bed? B: Oh, he bought a flat?
A: Yes, its in 6 new part of town, near 7
5 OK / I / it / is / if make a cup of tea? lake.
B: 8 Lake Windermere?
A: Yes, thats the one.
B: What a coincidence! My brother, 9 an
architect, bought a flat there last week, too.
A: Thats great. Anyway, Alex said he wanted a party
but didnt know 10 people to invite, so asked
if we could help.
B: Great idea.
A: Is it OK 11 I invite all 12 people from
13
marketing department, do you think?
B: Yes, of 14 . That should be 15 of guests.
1 a) room b) hour c) time
2 a) Come b) Get c) Go
3 a) a b) c) the
4 a) a b) c) the
5 a) when b) who c) where
6 a) a b) c) the
7 a) a b) c) the
2 Match responses a)e) to the questions in Exercise 1. 8 a) a b) c) the
a) Can you come back later? 9 a) whos b) whose c) that
b) If I were you, Id say, Thanks, but Im full. 10 a) much b) a lot c) enough
c) Its OK. We can sort it out. 11 a) when b) if c) to
d) Yes, you should. Dont leave it messy. 12 a) a b) c) the
e) Yes, of course. Can I have one, too? 13 a) a b) c) the
14 a) course b) OK c) fine
3 Complete the conversations with the words in
15 a) enough b) many c) plenty
the box.

bad better do if in necessary need

OK were worry
1 A: Did I something wrong?
B: Dont about it.
2 A: Is this a time?
B: No, come .
3 A: Is it if I watch TV?
B: No, youd not. Lillys asleep.
4 A: Do I to get them a gi?
B: No, its not .
5 A: What should I do we dont get on?
B: If I you, Id try your best to be polite.

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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 9.2 active vs passive

9.1 third conditional

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete
1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the
conversations.
1 A: Its her own fault she failed the exam.
B: I know. If shed studied more she would
have/had passed.
2 A: Oh look, theres the CEO.
B: What? I would have worn something smart if
I would know/d known she was coming.
3 A: Have you got any regrets?
B: Not really, but if I hadnt become/became an
accountant I would have trained as a teacher.
4 A: Youre late!
B: Its not my fault! I would have been here sooner
if the bus hadnt/would have broken down!
5 A: Where were you last night?
B: Sorry, I was ill. I would have come/would come if
I hadnt been feeling so bad.
6 A: Hi, Im home!
B: Oh, youre early! I would have made you
dinner if Id known/I knew.
2 Use the prompts to write sentences in the active or
7 A: Do you think Rickys OK?
B: Im sure he is. If anything would happen/
had happened he would have called us.
8 A: Why did you tell Flo about her surprise party?
B: Im sorry. If Id known it was a surprise I would
never have/wouldnt have never said anything.
the text.
I never used to like history lessons at school. The
teacher never 1was brought/brought history to life
and it was really boring. We 2were always told/
always told to just read out long passages from
textbooks to the class. You never 3were known/knew
when it was going to be your turn, and then suddenly
you 4were chosen/chose by the teacher to read the
next paragraph. Since then, I 5ve been discovered/
ve discovered that history is actually really
interesting. I 6ve been shown/ve shown some really
interesting documentaries over the years by friends,
which have really got me interested. At the moment
I 7m being done/m doing a course on
twentieth-century history, and we 8re being given/
ve giving various topics to research and present to
the class. Its absolutely fascinating, and next week
I 9ll be given/ll give the opportunity to present what
I found out. I hope children 10are taught/teach history
in a similar way at school these days.
passive. Use the verb tense in brackets.
1 Julie / not tell / about / changes / yet / .
(present perfect)
2 I / read / fantastic / book / moment / .
(present continuous)

2 Complete the sentences with the correct form of 3 new / stadium / build / for / World Cup / .
the verbs in brackets. (present continuous)
1 I (book) that holiday if it
(not be) so expensive. 4 what / discuss / at / meeting / ? (will)
2 Suzanne (call) us by now if she
(hear) anything. 5 nobody / wish / me / happy / birthday / today / .
3 If you (tell) us it was your birthday, (present perfect)
we (buy) you a present.
4 If Brennan (not give) away that 6 first successful photograph / produce /
penalty, we (win) the game. Joseph N. Nipce / 1826 / .
5 They (not go) there if they (past simple)
(not be) able to get cheap tickets.
6 If I (realised) you were on the 7 English / speak / here / .
phone to your mum, I (turn) the (present simple)
volume down.
7 I (call) you if I 8 my car / repair / moment / .
(know) you were in town last weekend. (present continuous)
8 If you (not leave) your bag there,
it (not be) stolen. 9 vandals / punish / . (will)
9 Our holiday (not be) so expensive
if we (go) earlier in the year.
10 who / win / next / World Cup / ? (will)
10 Fiona (not go) to bed so late if she
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9.3 expressing uncertainty Consolidation

1 Underline the correct alternatives to complete the 1 Circle the correct options to complete the text.
conversations.
1 A: What time does the game start? Caesar and the pirates
B: Im fairly sure/sure fairly its half past three. Of all the stories which are usually told about Caesar,
2 A: Can we take our dog in the caf? one of my favourites it the time he 1 by pirates.
They had originally asked for quite a big ransom. Im
B: No. Its definitely not/not definitely allowed.
not a 2 percent certain, but it might have been
3 A: Whats the capital of Chad? around 600 pieces of silver. However, Caesar felt he
B: I have any/no idea. was worth much more, and so he 3 that they
4 A: What did she say her name was? ask for more than double. If he 4 so arrogant,
B: Um I m not/cant remember! they would have got a lot less.
5 A: Whens Lias birthday? While the ransom 5 , Caesar made friends with
B: Im sure isnt it/it isnt today. the pirates. He 6 poems and played games
6 A: What currency do they use in Brazil? with them, and they grew to like him. I cant
B: I havent a clue/clues, sorry.
7
how long he was with them, but Im
7 A: Whats his surname?
8
it was more than a month.
B: Im not a/the hundred percent certain, but it Anyway, when he 9 he promised to return and
B: might be Jones. capture them. They obviously didnt believe him and
8 A: What was the homework? stayed where they were. Sure enough, as soon as a
small army 10 , Caesar returned, 11 the
B: I ve/m forgotten.
pirates and collected his money back. If the pirates
2 Put the underlined words in the correct order to had le aer they had released him, they 12 !
complete the sentences. 1 a) was b) were c) kidnapped
1 I dont know who took my wallet, but fairly / Im / kidnapped kidnapped
sure it was that man over there.
2 a) twenty b) very c) hundred
3 a) was b) demanded c) demands
2 A: Whats the name of that building? demanded
B: no / I / idea / have. 4 a) didnt be b) hadnt been c) wouldnt
have been
3 Which way is it? not / definitely / its le again 5 a) collected b) is being c) was being
here. collected collected
6 a) was written b) writes c) wrote
4 A: Which house is Claires? 7 a) remember b) understand c) know
B: I / remember / cant. 8 a) know b) sure c) absolutely
9 a) was b) released c) was
5 certain / percent / Im / a / not / hundred, but I released releasing
think were playing Chelsea this weekend. 10 a) had been b) is formed c) formed
formed
6 A: How much money should I take with me? 11 a) was b) captures c) captured
B: havent / I / clue / a. captured
12 a) would b) would have c) had
7 A: How old is Jackie? escape escaped escaped
B: forgotten / Ive.

8 Whats Lisas middle name? isnt / Im / it / sure

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GRAMMAR PRACTICE 10.2 verb patterns

10.1 reported speech

1 Underline the correct alternative.
1 I promise to pay/paying you back next week.
1 Choose the correct alternative, a) or b), to report 2 He recommended us to eat/eating at La Bella
the sentences. restaurant.
1 Ive won first prize! 3 I warned to not tell/you not to tell him too much.
a) He said hed won first prize. 4 We managed to get/getting an earlier flight.
b) He said he won first prize. 5 Graham and Sally have invited us to stay/to stay us
with them for the weekend.
2 Well see you later.
6 She refused me to listen/to listen.
a) They said wed see you later.
7 Do you fancy to eat/eating out tonight?
b) They said theyd see us later.
8 I never wanted to hurt/hurting you.
3 You must bring it back.
a) He said we must have brought it back. 2 Put the words in the correct order.
b) He said we had to bring it back. 1 dont / back / there / I / go / to / want / .
4 Beths going to study law next year.
a) He said that Beth was going to study law the 2 loan / to / agreed / theyve / a / us / give / .
next year.
b) He said that Beths going to study law the
3 Im / forward / seeing / next / you / looking / to /
next year.
month / .
5 Did you see Jack last night?
a) He asked me if Id seen Jack the night before.
4 loves / novels / Janet / reading / crime / .
b) He asked me if I saw Jack the night before.
6 I might just stay at home.
5 to / soon / I / expect / dont / hear / her / from / .
a) She said she might have just stayed at home.
b) She said she might just stay at home.
6 us / Phils / offered / li / give / a / to / .
7 I love cheese.
a) She said shed loved cheese.
7 it / easy / she / wouldnt / explained / be / that / .
b) She said she loves cheese.
8 What time do you usually get home?
8 drive / moment / Miriams / to / the / at / learning / .
a) She asked me what time did I usually get home.
b) She asked me what time I usually got home.
9 I couldnt see her anywhere. 3 Use the prompts to write sentences.
a) He said that he couldnt see her anywhere. 1 She / warn / me / not speak / Gary / .
b) He said that he couldnt have seen her anywhere.
10 Has Jill ever been to Berlin? 2 I / very / keen / play / football / .
a) He asked me if Jill ever went to Berlin.
b) He asked me if Jill had ever been to Berlin. 3 Josh / refuse / eat / his breakfast / .
2 Rewrite the sentences as reported speech.
4 James / suggest / try / new / Indian restaurant / .
1 I must be home before midnight.
She said .
5 Fiona / give up / smoke / last year / .
2 Ill be there.
He said .
6 I / not miss / be / at school / .
3 I didnt see Chris at the party.
I told him .
7 I / manage / get / bank / before / closed / .
4 Ill go to the doctor this week.
You told me .
8 they / invite / us / go / fishing / with / them / .
5 We might not be able to get there on time
We told her .
6 Where is the nearest bus stop? 10.3 GIVING ADVIC
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1 Match 110 with a)j) to make sentences. 1 Rewrite the sentences using the words in brackets.
1 Make sure 1 Why dont we meet at six? he said. (suggested)
2 Dont break the law or
3 Whatever you do 2 Its a good idea to change money before you
4 If I were you, travel. (were)
5 The most important thing is to
6 Watch out 3 Did you see Jackie last night? he asked. (if)
7 Dont forget
8 Be careful 4 We talked about you last night she said. (d)
9 Youd better not
10 You need to arrange 5 I wont eat it! he said. (refused)

a) for pickpockets on public transport. 6 Do you want to go to the cinema tonight? (fancy)
b) you dont change money in the street.
c) dont forget your tickets! 7 I really hate getting up early. (stand)
d) your accommodation before you leave.
e) go out alone at night. 8 I really think you should save your work regularly.
f) else you could end up in prison. (thing)
g) of people approaching you in the street.
h) ask for help if you have any problems. 9 I might have a problem with the project. he said.
i) to tell someone where youre going before you (might)
leave.
j) Id ask to use the safe in the hotel. 10 Can I give you a li? she asked. (offered)
2 Complete the advice with the words in the box.
11 Its very important you dont speak to strangers.
better do dont forget make need (whatever)
out thing to were
1 The most important is to feel comfortable. 12 Its necessary for me to get help. (need)
2 Watch for people who offer you very
cheap tickets. 13 We tried to meet the deadline and succeeded.
3 Be careful stay on the path. (managed)
4 Youd not go outside, theres a storm
coming. 14 What time do you usually leave work? she said.
5 If I you, Id take a credit card with you. (asked)
6 sure you take a jacket in case it rains.
7 get angry or else you might get attacked. 15 Be careful of thieves. (watch)
8 Whatever you , dont use bad language.
Its very offensive.
9 You to book tickets in advance.
10 Dont to set your alarm clock before you
go to bed.

3 Match functions a)b) with sentences 110 in

Exercise 2.
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ANSWER KEY
UNIT 1
1.1
1 1 Could I ask a question?
1 did 2 Does 3 for 4 are 5 Have
6 is 7 has 8 were 9 about
10 happened
2 5 Could I ask a question?
1 Where are do you work?
2 Who did write wrote Crime and
Punishment?
3 Where are is she staying?
4 Why do are you late?
5 Where you met did you meet Chris?
6 She speaks Does she speak German?
7 How many jobs have you applied for?
8 When they are are they arriving?
9 What did you saw see at the cinema?
10 Did Have you ever eaten octopus?
3 UNIT 2
1 d) 2 a) 3 g) 4 i) 5 e) 6 c)
7 j) 8 b) 9 f) 10 h)
1.2
1 6 ve never travelled 7 ve seen
1 were you doing 2 knows
3 didnt go 4 re having 5 m thinking
6 Are you having 7 didnt see 8 le 1 might go 2 re staying 3 ll have
9 was he being 10 didnt see
11 broke 12 m living 13 doesnt seem
14 met 15 do you know
2 8 lived
1 Anya isnt studying at the moment.
2 This book belongs to Sally.
3 I didnt know you could speak Russian.
4 Do you like my new jacket?
5 We werent talking about you.
6 Im not happy about this.
7 Im not speaking to my sister at the
moment.
8 I met Andressa while we were
studying at university.
9 They dont like their new house very
much.
10 What were you talking about when
I came in?
3 2.2
1 Sorry! I wasnt looking where I was
going.
2 Sheila is waiting for the bus at the
moment.
3 They didnt come to the party last
night.
4 Does the music seem too loud to you?
5 Are you coming with us?
6 You dont look very happy.
Intermediate
1.3 3
1 1 met; were travelling 2 got; went
3 saw; had missed 4 stole; was having
1 couple 2 most 3 have 4 have 5 arrived; had eaten 6 switched; went
5 thing 6 opinion 7 realised; had forgotten
2 8 opened; had snowed
2 There are a couple of things Id like to 2.3
ask about.
3 I have a query. 1
4 Can I ask you about that? 1 In the beginning; What happened next
2 And then, all of a sudden; Thats really
funny
3 3 In the end; You must be joking
1 b) 2 a) 3 e) 4 d) 5 c) 4 This happened when; What did you do
5 The next thing I knew; How embarrassing
6 Before long; I dont believe it
Consolidation
1 Consolidation
1 b) 2 a) 3 c) 4 b) 5 b) 6 a) 7 c)
8 b) 9 a) 10 c) 11 a) 12 a) 13 b) 1
14 a) 15 b) 1 Have I ever told 2 happened 3 was
4 hadnt really studied 5 was looking
6 realised 7 didnt know 8 Oh dear
9 all of a sudden 10 saw 11 had le
12 did you do 13 dont believe it
2.1
14 ve never cheated 15 in the end
1
1 Did you go 2 went 3 ve been UNIT 3
4 did you go 5 went
3.1
8 did you see 9 came out
10 ve already seen 1
2 4 m going to learn 5 are you leaving
1 watched 2 have known 6 ll just go 7 m meeting 8 are coming
3 ve never tried 4 saw 5 ve just got
6 Have you called 7 Has she heard 2
1 I might go to the cinema tonight.
2 Adam isnt going to have lunch today.
3 3 I wont take a taxi. Its too expensive.
1 Ive never went been to China. 4 Were playing tennis on Saturday.
2 Weve watch watched a lot of films 5 I might not go to the party tonight.
recently. 6 Sally isnt coming to the concert with us.
3 James has never visited Scotland. 7 I think Ill have a sandwich.
4 Shahla has yet already eaten. 8 They arent going to do anything this
5 Have you never ever been in a weekend.
helicopter?
6 Jan isnt here shes been gone home.
7 We didnt saw see the Eiffel Tower in
3.2
Paris.
8 How long has she she has lived in
1
1 Rita hopes shell get the job.
Morocco?
2 Are you likely to be home early tonight?
3 We might not be able to go on holiday
this year.
4 Arsenal probably wont win the league
1 this year.
1 was raining 2 was doing 3 called 5 Theyre likely to be very tired when
they arrive.
4 had become 5 had followed 6 heard
6 Train tickets are probably going to get
2 more expensive this year.
1 b) 2 h) 3 g) 4 a) 5 j) 6 f) 7 i) 7 Were unlikely to get there before 5.00.
8 More people will work from home in the
8 c) 9 d) 10 e)
future.
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2 4.3 5.2
1 could 2 will probably 3 unlikely to pass
4 dont think 5 to be 6 re going to
1 1
7 might 8 s not going to be 9 Are 1 f) 2 c) 3 j) 4 a) 5 e) 6 i) 7 k) 1 have 2 arent 3 do they 4 didnt
10 is probably going 11 may 12 ll 8 b) 9 g) 10 h) 11 l) 12 d) 5 will 6 has 7 doesnt 8 wont 9 is
10 can 11 dont 12 wont
2
3.3 1 contacting; idea 2 see; agree 2
3 call; fine 4 feel; Exactly! 5 on; by me 1 do you 2 isnt she 3 shouldnt we
1 6 think; a good idea 4 arent I 5 has he 6 shall we 7 is it
1 what 2 repeat 3 exactly 4 lost 8 dont you 9 will they 10 am I
5 words 6 didnt 7 mean 8 saying
Consolidation 3
2 1 1 isnt it 2 havent you 3 shall we
1 Do you mean to tell me that were stuck 4 will you 5 dont you 6 have you
here? 1 Every Friday, our teacher would read
2 I dont get what youre saying. us a story.
3 In other words, you didnt do your 2 You dont have to wear a uniform. 5.3
3 Im not sure that I agree, actually.
homework.
4 Could you repeat the name you said? 4 Why dont we/you make her a cake? 1
5 What exactly do you mean? I dont have 5 Did you use to go on holiday every 1 it is 2 pass 3 the film starts
a code. year when you were a child? 4 opening 5 this is 6 for 7 mind
6 Wait. Youve lost me. Where do I turn? 6 We shouldnt go there in the winter. 8 how far the station is
7 I never used to like broccoli when I
7 Sorry. I didnt catch any of that. Its a
bad line. was young. 2
8 So what you mean is its better to get a 8 Thats fine by me. 1 Could you tell me the way to the bus
bus, right? 9 You mustnt be late. station, please?
10 Ive got to buy my mum a birthday 2 Would you mind opening the door for
present. me?
Consolidation 11 Thats a good point. 3 Please could you put my bag on the
12 I used to like watching cartoons when rack?
1 I was a child. 4 Do you know what time the game
1 b) 2 a) 3 c) 4 c) 5 a) 6 b) 7 b) 13 You should tell her how you feel. starts?
8 c) 9 a) 10 b) 11 c) 12 a) 13 b) 14 I see what you mean 5 Could you tell me how much these
14 a) 15 c) 15 I must remember to set my alarm jeans cost?
clock tonight. 6 Would you mind helping me carry this?
7 Do you know how far it is from here?
UNIT 4 8 Could you tell me where the bank is,
UNIT 5
4.1 please?
5.1
1 3
1 shouldnt 2 Do you have to 3 mustnt 1 1 a) 2 a) 3 b) 4 a) 5 b) 6 b) 7 a)
4 shouldnt 5 dont have to 6 should 1 by far 2 good 3 smallest 4 as 8 b)
7 must 8 have to 5 boys 6 to 7 than 8 furthest 9 far
10 in 11 least 12 than
Consolidation
2
1 You dont have to be rich to be happy. 2 1
2 I must do more exercise. 1 London is much bigger than
1 b) 2 a) 3 a) 4 c) 5a 6 b)
3 You shouldnt gossip at work. Manchester.
4
5
You mustnt park in front of the exit.
We have to get there early if we want to
2 Sandy is by far the best student in the
class.
2
1 b) 2 c) 3 a) 4 b) 5 c) 6 a)
get good seats. 3 This exercise is slightly more difficult
6 Kerry should apologise. than the last one.
7 We had to wear a uniform at school. 4 Chile is one of the most beautiful UNIT 6
8 Do you think I should get him a places Ive ever visited.
present? 5 Spanish is very similar to Portuguese. 6.1
6 Ben is friendlier than Gary.
7 The exam wasnt as difficult as I 1
4.2 expected. 1 d) 2 i) 3 h) 4 a) 5 g) 6 e) 7 f)
8 This top is exactly the same as that 8 b) 9 j) 10 c)
1 one.
1 would 2 used to 3 would 4 used to 9 Tokyo is far more expensive than
5 would 6 would 7 started 8 was Bangkok.
10 This book is a bit longer than his last
2 book.
1 used 2 went 3 use 4 would 5 never
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1 Ed wont go to the party unless Sally 1 b) 2 d) 3 c) 4 a) 5 b) 6 a) 7 c) 1 Can you play the guitar?
invites him. 8 a) 9 d) 10 c) 11 b) 12 d) 2 She doesnt always manage to leave
2 When I finish my homework, I always work before eight.
ask a friend to check it. 3 3 Could he read when he was four?
3 If Dana passes her driving test, shell 1 afraid; Thats 4 We are able to offer you free delivery.
be very happy. 2 some good news; Congratulations! 5 I didnt manage to call her.
4 If you mix hydrogen and oxygen, you 3 something; s 6 Were you able to catch the earlier flight?
get water. 4 tell; sorry 7 I could ride a bike when I was five.
5 When I get home tonight, Ill have a 5 never; Well 8 She fell over and wasnt able to get up
long bath. 6 pleased; joking again.
6 If you want to lose weight, you need 7 You know; Thats 9 I managed to book a lovely restaurant
to do exercise. 8 to have; really for tonight.
7 If Chelsea dont score soon, theyll 10 I just cant do it!
lose the game.
8 Where will you go if you have a Consolidation
7.3
holiday this year?
1
9 I always have a cup of coffee when I
get up in the morning. 1 a) 2 c) 3 a) 4 c) 5 b) 6 a) 7 b) 1
10 Unless you put suncreen on, youll get 8 c) 9 a) 10 a) 11 c) 12 c) 1 Let me give you an example
sunburn. 2 I must say
3 I do think
UNIT 7 4 For one thing
6.2 7.1 5 The reason I say this is
6 For me
1 1 7 For example
1 had 2 were 3 d be 4 would 1 known 8 In my view
5 d be 6 have to leave 7 wasnt 8 had
9 live 10 if
2
3
since
Have you always
2
1 my 2 example 3 reason; say 4 do
2 4
5
since
had 5 one 6 me 7 for 8 is
2 They would go to the restaurant if 6 going
they liked sushi. 7
3 If I were you I wouldnt gossip about
For Consolidation
8 you been doing
your colleagues.
4 We would cancel the game if it rained.
9 been working 1
10 have you worked 1 I was able to read when I was four.
5 If I worked from home, I wouldnt get 11 Since
up at 6a.m. every day. 2 Ive been studying Russian since
12 been January.
6 If I criticised her work, she would get 13 had
angry. 3 She managed to contact him.
14 had 4 In my view, the government should
7 What would you do if you were here? 15 For
8 If Sandra liked Tom shed invite him to lower taxes.
her party.
9 If I didnt live in London, Id live in
2 5 Ive written two essays.
6 Can she drive?
1 Ive been working hard all day 7 Let me give you an example: he was
Rome. 2 Susan hasnt seen her mother for two
10 If Richard lost his phone, hed be lost. rude to his classmate.
weeks. 8 How long have you been sitting there?
3 How long have they been married? 9 For one thing, I think Chris is a
6.3 4 Weve lived in Manchester for twenty wonderful person.
years. 10 We are able to offer you an extended
1 5 Ive been studying Russian for three warranty.
1 Im sorry to have to tell you, but Ive weeks. 11 Gil has known David since 2010.
lost my job. 6 How long have Jane and Mike known 12 I must say I disagree.
2 Im really sorry to hear that. each other? 13 I dont always manage to stick to my
3 You lucky thing! 7 Theyve known each other since they diet.
4 Youll never guess what. were at university. 14 Were you able to speak to your boss
5 Theres something Ive got to tell you. 8 Im tired because Ive been playing today?
6 Im really pleased to tell you that football. 15 The reason I say this is that I dont
youve won! 9 Have you been studying German long? think shes right for the job.
7 Youre joking! 10 Ed has always hated carrots.
8 Ive got some good news. Im getting
promoted! 7.2
9 Thats a shame.
10 Well done.
11 Bad news, Im afraid.
1
1 managed 2 can 3 couldnt 4 wasnt
12 Thats really annoying. 5 can 6 managed 7 was able to

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8.1 9.1 1
1 1 1 a) 2 c) 3 b) 4 b) 5 c) 6 c)
8 b) 9 a) 10 a) 11 c) 12 b)
7 a)
1 the 2 a 3 the 4 the 5 a 6 the 1 have 2 d known 3 become 4 hadnt
7 a 8 9 The 10 11 a 12 5 would have come 6 Id known
13 a 14 the 15 the 16 a 17 the 7 had happened 8 would never have UNIT 10
18 19 the 20 a
2 10.1
2 1 would have booked; hadnt been
1 some 2 few 3 much 4 none 2 would have called; d heard 1
5 plenty 6 enough 7 many 8 no 3 d told; d have bought 1 a) 2 b) 3 b) 4 a) 5 a) 6 b) 7 b)
9 All 10 little 4 hadnt given; d have won 8 b) 9 a) 10 b)
5
6
wouldnt have gone; hadnt been
d realised; d have turned 2
8.2 7 d have called; d known 1 She said she had to be home before
midnight.
1 8
9
hadnt le; wouldnt have been
wouldnt have been; d gone 2 He said hed be there.
1 where 2 that we stayed 3 whose 10 wouldnt have gone; d had 3 I told him I hadnt seen Chris at the
4 5 which 6 which we went party.
7 who husband 8 who 4 You told me youd go to the doctor this
9 where I grew up in 10 why 11 when 9.2 week.
12 5 We told her we might not be able to
1 get there on time.
2 1 brought 2 were always told 3 knew 6 She asked me where the nearest bus
1 Hes the translator who speaks five 4 were chosen 5 ve discovered stop was.
languages. 6 ve been shown 7 m doing
2 Bowling, which is easy to learn, is 8 ve being given 9 ll be given
popular in my country. 10 are taught 10.2
3 My school days were the time when I
was happiest. 2 1
4 George is the man whose girlfriend is 1 Julie hasnt been told about the 1 to pay 2 eating 3 you not to tell
an actress. changes yet. 4 to get 5 us to stay 6 to listen
5 The actor, who is from Greece, stars in 2 Im reading a fantastic book at the 7 eating 8 to hurt
the new comedy.
6 Thats the teacher I told you about.
moment.
3 A new stadium is being built for the 2
World Cup. 1 I dont want to go back there.
4 What will be discussed at the 2 Theyve agreed to give us a loan.
8.3 meeting? 3 Im looking forward to seeing you next
month.
1 5 Nobody has wished me a happy
birthday today. 4 Janet loves reading crime novels.
1 What should I do 6 The first successful photograph was 5 I dont expect to hear from her soon.
2 Did I do something wrong produced by Joseph N. Nipce in 1826. 6 Phils offered to give us a li.
3 Is this a bad time 7 English is spoken here. 7 She explained that it wouldnt be easy.
4 Do I need to 8 My car is being repaired at the 8 Miriams learning to drive at the
5 Is it OK if I moment. moment.
9 Vandals will be punished.
2 10 Who will win the next World Cup? 3
1 b) 2 c) 3 a) 4 e) 5 d) 1 She warned me not to speak to Gary.
2 Im very keen on playing football.
3 9.3 3 Josh refused to eat his breakfast.
1 do; worry 4 James suggested trying the new Indian
2 bad; in 1 restaurant.
3 OK; better 1 fairly sure 2 definitely not 3 no 5 Fiona gave up smoking last year.
4 need; necessary 4 cant 5 it isnt 6 a clue 7 a 8 Ive 6 I dont miss being at school.
5 if; were 7 I managed to get to the bank before it
2 closed.
1 Im fairly sure 8 They invited us to go fishing with them.
Consolidation 2 I have no idea
3
1 4
Its definitely not
I cant remember 10.3
1 c) 2 a) 3 b) 4 c) 5 b) 6 c) 7 c)
8 b) 9 a) 10 c) 11 b) 12 c) 13 c)
5
6
Im not a hundred percent certain
I havent a clue 1
14 a) 15 c) 7 Ive forgotten 1 b) 2 f) 3 c) 4 j) 5 h) 6 a) 7 i)
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1 thing 2 out 3 to 4 better 5 were
6 Make 7 Dont 8 do 9 need
10 forget

3
1 a) 2 b) 3 b) 4 b) 5 a) 6 a) 7 b)
8 b) 9 a) 10 a)

Consolidation
1
1 He suggested meeting at six.
2 If I were you, Id change money before
you travel.
3 He asked if I had seen Jackie the night
before.
4 She said theyd talked about me last
night.
5 He refused to eat it.
6 Do you fancy going to the cinema
tonight?
7 I cant stand getting up early.
8 The most important thing is to save
your work regularly.
9 He said he might have a problem with
the project.
10 She offered to give me a li.
11 Whatever you do, dont speak to
strangers.
12 I need to get help.
13 We managed to meet the deadline.
14 She asked me what time I usually
leave work.
15 Watch out for thieves.

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