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There are too ______ people coming. I don’t think we have enough chairs.
There are too ______ people coming. I don’t think we have enough chairs.
many
There are ______ more tickets left, I’m afraid, we’ve sold out.
There are ______ more tickets left, I’m afraid, we’ve sold out.
no
______ of those colours are horrible – I don’t like any of them, sorry.
______ of those colours are horrible – I don’t like any of them, sorry.
- Some
- No
- Plenty
- All (correct)
- None
Just add a ______ salt, not too much.
Just add a ______ salt, not too much.
This is the phone ______ I got for my birthday.
This is the phone ______ I got for my birthday.
John’s cottage, ______ we stayed on holiday, is in a beautiful part of the country.
John’s cottage, ______ we stayed on holiday, is in a beautiful part of the country.
You never ______ when it was going to be your turn, and then suddenly
You never ______ when it was going to be your turn, and then suddenly
Choose the correct variant: I _____ to pay the bill but she refused.
Choose the correct variant: I _____ to pay the bill but she refused.
Choose the correct variant: She ______ them that the water was dangerous.
Choose the correct variant: She ______ them that the water was dangerous.
Choose the correct variant: You told me you _________ Bill for years.
Choose the correct variant: You told me you _________ Bill for years.
Choose the correct variant: I warned you ______ that.
Choose the correct variant: I warned you ______ that.
Complete the words related to the internet: For me, the best way to book a holiday is through an online t___ s____.
Complete the words related to the internet: For me, the best way to book a holiday is through an online t___ s____.
Complete the words related to the internet: Almost everyone who looks for information online uses s_____ e _____ to direct them to the best sites.
Complete the words related to the internet: Almost everyone who looks for information online uses s_____ e _____ to direct them to the best sites.
Complete the words related to the internet: Demi spends hours on s_____ n ____ s _____ writing messages to her friends and commenting on their posts.
Complete the words related to the internet: Demi spends hours on s_____ n ____ s _____ writing messages to her friends and commenting on their posts.
Complete the words related to the internet: Before Niara buys any electrical product, she always goes to r_____ s _____ to see what scores people have given the products she’s interested in.
Complete the words related to the internet: Before Niara buys any electrical product, she always goes to r_____ s _____ to see what scores people have given the products she’s interested in.
Choose the correct variant: You look like you’ve had a long day. Why don’t you______ your feet up and I’ll go and make us a lovely cup of tea.
Choose the correct variant: You look like you’ve had a long day. Why don’t you______ your feet up and I’ll go and make us a lovely cup of tea.
Choose correct option: They (not go) there if they (not be) able to get cheap tickets.
Choose correct option: They (not go) there if they (not be) able to get cheap tickets.
Choose the correct variant: She was a member of the early feminist ____.
Choose the correct variant: She was a member of the early feminist ____.
Choose the correct variant: I think the wheel is the greatest ____ in history.
Choose the correct variant: I think the wheel is the greatest ____ in history.
Choose the correct variant: Don’t ____ ask your hotel to book a taxi to the airport.
Choose the correct variant: Don’t ____ ask your hotel to book a taxi to the airport.
Choose the correct variant: You’d _____ book a double room if you think your wife might be able to go too.
Choose the correct variant: You’d _____ book a double room if you think your wife might be able to go too.
Choose the correct answer: Some of the taxi drivers have _____ to take you for a longer drive than is necessary.
Choose the correct answer: Some of the taxi drivers have _____ to take you for a longer drive than is necessary.
Discipline is very important to us. We don’t like the children to ____ the teacher.
Discipline is very important to us. We don’t like the children to ____ the teacher.
Match the following programming languages with their primary usage:
Match the following programming languages with their primary usage:
I need a new coat. Maybe I'll get a ____.
I need a new coat. Maybe I'll get a ____.
I never leave my TV _____ overnight. I switch it off at the plug.
I never leave my TV _____ overnight. I switch it off at the plug.
It's ____ for Simon to be here so early.
It's ____ for Simon to be here so early.
Don't throw those old clothes away. They can be ____.A) recycled
Don't throw those old clothes away. They can be ____.A) recycled
I should stop feeding my cat so much. She's looking a little ____.
I should stop feeding my cat so much. She's looking a little ____.
The shop assistant ____ me when I asked for a shirt. He brought me skirt.
The shop assistant ____ me when I asked for a shirt. He brought me skirt.
I _______ the bus if my alarm clock ______ me up. (not miss / wake)
I _______ the bus if my alarm clock ______ me up. (not miss / wake)
If it_______ warmer today, I_______ for a swim in the sea. (be / go)
If it_______ warmer today, I_______ for a swim in the sea. (be / go)
Lee's parents ______ her a car if she ________her driving test. (buy / pass)
Lee's parents ______ her a car if she ________her driving test. (buy / pass)
If they______ us that it was Anthony's birthday, we______him a present. (not tell / not get)
If they______ us that it was Anthony's birthday, we______him a present. (not tell / not get)
I______ you at the station if you______ me you were coming. (meet / tell)
I______ you at the station if you______ me you were coming. (meet / tell)
Joe_____ his car if he_____ the money. (not sell, not need)
Joe_____ his car if he_____ the money. (not sell, not need)
What______ we_______ if they______ us? (do / not help)
What______ we_______ if they______ us? (do / not help)
Your new puppy's well trained. He never _______ instructions.
Your new puppy's well trained. He never _______ instructions.
Despite improvements, we still need to be concerned about ____ of rainforest.
Despite improvements, we still need to be concerned about ____ of rainforest.
Each of us has a responsibility to _____ the environment.
Each of us has a responsibility to _____ the environment.
The first thing I do when I get up in the morning is ______.
The first thing I do when I get up in the morning is ______.
Your notes are so messy! Why do you ______ things more ______ for yourself?
Your notes are so messy! Why do you ______ things more ______ for yourself?
I must be home before midnight.' She said _______________.
I must be home before midnight.' She said _______________.
‘I’ll be there.’ He said _______________.
‘I’ll be there.’ He said _______________.
‘I didn’t see Chris at the party.’ I told him _______________.
‘I didn’t see Chris at the party.’ I told him _______________.
‘I’ll go to the doctor this week.’ You told me _______________.
‘I’ll go to the doctor this week.’ You told me _______________.
Credit cards __________ accepted here.
Credit cards __________ accepted here.
We wouldn’t have left early if we _________ you were coming.
We wouldn’t have left early if we _________ you were coming.
_____ go to the wrong platform or else you'll miss your train.
_____ go to the wrong platform or else you'll miss your train.
We are going to focus ____ quality.
We are going to focus ____ quality.
For the last two hours _____ in the garden, so I’m tired.
For the last two hours _____ in the garden, so I’m tired.
Hans and I ___ each other for ten years.
Hans and I ___ each other for ten years.
I think I like the new flat, but I ____ there long.
I think I like the new flat, but I ____ there long.
Bad news – his dog ____.
Bad news – his dog ____.
We really depend ____ our sponsors.
We really depend ____ our sponsors.
You have ____ for tennis.
You have ____ for tennis.
She / work / in Japan / for six years.
She / work / in Japan / for six years.
I / not see her / since the summer holidays.
I / not see her / since the summer holidays.
What / you / do / all morning?
What / you / do / all morning?
I / always / enjoy / swimming in the sea.
I / always / enjoy / swimming in the sea.
She / listen to / the same song all day.
She / listen to / the same song all day.
We / learn / Chinese / for two years.
We / learn / Chinese / for two years.
How long / he / be an engineer?
How long / he / be an engineer?
Not everyone has a natural talent ____ sport or art, but most people can be successful if they work hard _____ something.
Not everyone has a natural talent ____ sport or art, but most people can be successful if they work hard _____ something.
One theory by writer Malcolm Gladwell is that if you focus ____ a skill when you’re young and spend 10,000 hours practising it before the age of twenty, you can master it.
One theory by writer Malcolm Gladwell is that if you focus ____ a skill when you’re young and spend 10,000 hours practising it before the age of twenty, you can master it.
So, any teenager who has the opportunity ____ learn a skill should give it a try. It will help them believe _____ themselves and they may even become world-class _____ something.
So, any teenager who has the opportunity ____ learn a skill should give it a try. It will help them believe _____ themselves and they may even become world-class _____ something.
Andrew Graham-Dixon is an ______ in Russian art.
Andrew Graham-Dixon is an ______ in Russian art.
Pablo Picasso had a lot of _____ as a painter.
Pablo Picasso had a lot of _____ as a painter.
I always find it amazing to see how quickly my children learn new things. Obviously, I’m a proud father. I’m also amazed that I ______ to produce two such beautiful kids, but they really do learn fast.
I always find it amazing to see how quickly my children learn new things. Obviously, I’m a proud father. I’m also amazed that I ______ to produce two such beautiful kids, but they really do learn fast.
I _____ cook to an acceptable standard now, but when I was ten years old I didn’t know meals are made.
I _____ cook to an acceptable standard now, but when I was ten years old I didn’t know meals are made.
I’m hopeless____ languages.
I’m hopeless____ languages.
Will you ____ finish your work on time?
Will you ____ finish your work on time?
I’m afraid I ___ to help you.
I’m afraid I ___ to help you.
When he was three, he ___ already talk.
When he was three, he ___ already talk.
Study Notes
Grammar and Vocabulary
- The secret of success lies in hard work and dedication.
- Focus on quality rather than quantity.
- Differentiate between "been working" and "have worked" in present perfect continuous and simple tenses.
- Use correct prepositions in sentences, such as "in", "on", "at", "for", and "with".
- Identify the correct form of words in sentences, such as "talented", "gifted", "skilful", and "expert".
Present Perfect Simple and Continuous
- Use the present perfect simple to describe an action that started in the past and continues up to the present moment.
- Use the present perfect continuous to describe an action that has been in progress up to the present moment.
- Examples of present perfect simple and continuous sentences:
- She has lived in Japan for six years. (simple)
- She has been working in Japan for six years. (continuous)
Clauses and Relative Pronouns
- Identify the correct relative pronouns to use in sentences, such as "who", "which", "where", and "whose".
- Use relative pronouns to connect clauses in sentences.
- Examples of sentences with relative pronouns:
- He is the man who wrote the book. (who)
- This is the restaurant which we went to last night. (which)
- The city where I grew up is beautiful. (where)
Conditional Sentences
- Identify the correct form of conditional sentences, such as zero, first, second, and third conditionals.
- Use the correct tense and verb form in conditional sentences.
- Examples of conditional sentences:
- If I had studied more, I would have passed the exam. (third conditional)
- If I had known, I would have worn something smart. (third conditional)
- If I were you, I would not do that. (second conditional)Here are the study notes for the text:
- Grammar and Vocabulary*
Present and Past Ability
- The correct form of "be able to" in the present and past tenses is "can" and "could" respectively.
Conditional Sentences
- There are four types of conditional sentences:
- Zero conditional: for universal truths
- First conditional: for future possibilities
- Second conditional: for hypothetical situations
- Third conditional: for past hypothetical situations
- The correct form of the verbs in conditional sentences depends on the type of conditional.
Passive and Active Voice
- The passive voice is used to emphasize the action's recipient, while the active voice emphasizes the doer.
- The correct form of the verbs in passive and active voice sentences depends on the context.
Period of Time Collocations
- Time expressions like "for", "since", and "ago" are used to indicate the duration of an action.
Internet-Related Vocabulary
- Internet-related vocabulary includes words like "travel site", "search engine", "rating site", "personal homepage", and "dating site".
Writing an Internet Post
- When writing an internet post, it's essential to choose the correct words and phrases to convey the intended meaning.
Writing a Web Advert
- When writing a web advert, it's crucial to use attention-grabbing language and emphasize the benefits of the product or service.
Relative Pronouns
- Relative pronouns like "who", "which", and "whose" are used to introduce relative clauses.
Hypothetical Conditional Sentences
- Hypothetical conditional sentences are used to express hypothetical situations and their consequences.
Discussing Ideas
- When discussing ideas, it's essential to use the correct vocabulary and grammar to convey the intended meaning.
Recycled and Secondhand Products
- Recycled and secondhand products are alternatives to new products, which can help reduce waste and conserve resources.
Making a Difference
- Making a difference in people's lives can be achieved through charitable actions, volunteering, or other forms of support.
Misunderstandings
- Misunderstandings can occur due to miscommunication, language barriers, or cultural differences.
Correcting Mistakes
- Correcting mistakes is essential to avoid confusion and ensure effective communication.### Grammar and Vocabulary
- Make/made/making:
- Make a complaint (to express dissatisfaction)
- Make friends (to establish a relationship)
- Make an effort (to try hard)
- Make something difficult (to create a challenging situation)
- Make money (to earn or gain money)
- Reporting verbs:
- Said/Told/Asked (to report what someone has said)
- Reported speech (to report what someone has said in a different context)
- Conditional sentences:
- If + past simple, would + base form (e.g. If it rained, I would stay at home)
- If + past perfect, would have + past participle (e.g. If I had studied, I would have passed the exam)
- Modals:
- Can/could (ability)
- May/might (permission)
- Shall/should (obligation or advisability)
- Will/would (future actions or intentions)
- Passive voice:
- Be + past participle (e.g. The book was written by John)
- Get + past participle (e.g. The book got written by John)
- Word order:
- Questions: auxiliary verb + subject + main verb (e.g. Is she going to the store?)
- Negations: not + verb (e.g. I don't like coffee)
- Contextual vocabulary:
- Progress/movement/discovery (related to achievements or findings)
- Intention/advance/invention (related to goals or creations)
- Break/spread/fail (related to actions or consequences)
World Issues
- Environmental concerns:
- Recycling/reuse (reducing waste and conserving resources)
- Organic food (grown without chemicals or pesticides)
- Energy-saving/insulation (conserving energy and reducing waste)
- Social issues:
- Feminist movement (advocating for women's rights and equality)
- Inventions/innovations (improving people's lives and creating new possibilities)
- Poverty/economic development (addressing economic disparities and promoting growth)
Review and Consolidation
- Review of grammar and vocabulary:
- Make/made/making
- Reporting verbs
- Conditional sentences
- Modals
- Passive voice
- Word order
- Review of contextual vocabulary:
- Progress/movement/discovery
- Intention/advance/invention
- Break/spread/fail
- Environmental concerns
- Social issues
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A set of exam questions for intermediate level students, covering various grammar and vocabulary topics, including verb tenses and prepositions.
