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English Study Guide MIDTERM TEST
English Study Guide MIDTERM TEST
English Study Guide MIDTERM TEST
Use: Express habits or states that were regular in the past but have changed.
Use: Express that something was not a habit or state in the past but has changed.
Example: She didn't use to like spicy food, but now she does.
III. Practice Exercises:
A. Simple Past vs. Past Perfect:
1. She ______ (finish) her homework before she went to the party.
2. By the time we arrived, they already ______ (leave).
3. He ______ (study) English for five years before he moved to the United States.
They ______ play video games, but now they prefer outdoor activities.
1. like coffee.
2. play the guitar.
3. Travel around the country
4. Bake cakes and desserts.
5. Have a pet
C. Reading Comprehension:
Tom and Emily grew up in a bustling city but later moved to a quiet suburban
neighborhood. When they were kids, they used to spend their weekends exploring
museums and attending city events. However, after the move, their lifestyle changed.
In the suburbs, Tom and Emily found a peaceful environment. They didn't use to have a
backyard in the city, but now they enjoy gardening and hosting outdoor gatherings. The
shift from the city's fast pace to the calm suburbs brought about several positive changes
in their lives.
D. Vocabulary