1.

It's the last straw: The final problem or difficulty that makes a
situation unbearable.
2. Have a clue: To possess knowledge or understanding about
something.
3. Lad/Laddie: Informal terms for a young boy or a man, often used
in a friendly or affectionate way.
4. Jar: A container with a wide mouth, typically cylindrical, made of
glass or pottery.
5. Human: A person.
6. No doubt: Without a doubt; used to express certainty or
confidence.
7. Dawn: The first light of day; sunrise.
8. Stubborn: Unwilling to change one's opinion, attitude, or course of
action.
9. Way out: An exit or means of escaping from a place.
10. Mean (adjective): Unwilling to share or give; not generous.
 xercise 1
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Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verbs
in the Present Simple tense based on the actions in
the cartoon.
1. The selkies _______________ (sing) beautifully.
2. Ben and Saoirse _______________ (live) with
their grandmother.
3. The lighthouse _______________ (be) an
important part of the story.
4. The selkies always _______________ (swim) in
the enchanted sea.
5. Ben's dog _______________ (be) a loyal
companion.
 xercise 2
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Complete the sentences using the adverbs of
frequency: always, often, usually, sometimes, rarely,
never.

1. Ben _______________ helps his sister.

2. Saoirse _______________ speaks to the magical
creatures.
3. The lighthouse beam _______________ guides
the characters.
4. Saoirse _______________ reads magical stories
before bedtime.
5. Ben _______________ visits his mother's grave
at the cemetery _______________ .
 xercise 3
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Form questions using the question words.

1. _______________ does Ben meet on his

journey?
2. _______________ is the main conflict in the
story?
3. _______________ does Saoirse save her
brother?
4. _______________ helps Ben on his quest?
5. _______________ does the magical amulet
come into play?
 xercise 4
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Complete the sentences with the correct form of
"going to."

1. Ben and Saoirse _______________ explore the

magical world.
2. The characters _______________ face
challenges.
3. The siblings _______________ (not, plan) to
separate during their adventure.
4. The magical world _______________ (seem) to
be full of surprises.
 xercise 5
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Choose the correct form of the verbs in the Present
Continuous tense.

1. The selkies _______________ (sing) a beautiful

song.
2. Ben _______________ (search) for answers.
3. Saoirse _______________ (transform) into a
seal.
4. The characters _______________ (experience)
a magical transformation.
 xercise 6
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Fill in the blanks with the correct form of
comparative or superlative adjectives.
1. The lighthouse is _______________ (tall)
building in the village.
2. Saoirse is _______________ (young) sister in
the family.
3. The magical creatures are _______________
(friendly) than they appear.
4. Saoirse is _______________ (smart) than her
brother Ben.
5. The journey becomes _______________
(difficult) as they progress.
 se 7
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Use the given verbs to complete the sentences in the
Past Simple or Past Continuous with "when."
1. Ben _______________ (see) magical creatures when
he _______________ (explore) the cave.
2. Saoirse _______________ (discover) her powers when
she _______________ (hear) a mysterious sound.
3. The story _______________ (take place) in a magical
world when the siblings _______________ (embark)
on their journey.
4. Ben _______________ (find) a mysterious map when
he _______________ (explore) the attic.
5. Saoirse _______________ (create) a protective shield
when the danger _______________ (arise).
Exercise 8
Add adverbs of manner to complete the sentences.

1. Saoirse sings _______________ (beautiful).

2. Ben explores the magical world _______________

(careful).

3. The selkies move _______________

(graceful) through the water.

4. Ben and Saoirse explore the cave

_______________ (curious).
Exercise
9
Choose the correct modal verb and complete the
sentences.
1. Ben _______________ (have to/should) listen to his
sister's advice.
2. The magical creatures _______________ (have
to/should) help the siblings.
3. Saoirse _______________ (have to/should) use her
magical powers wisely.
4. The magical creatures _______________ (have to)
guide the siblings through the challenges.
5. Saoirse _______________ (should) trust her instincts
during the quest.