Conversatie generala
Greetings
- Cum salutam hello/hallo! – Buna! Hi! – Salut! (Good) morning! – Buna dimineata! (Good) afternoon! – Buna ziua! (Good) evening! – Buna seara! How do you do? – Buna ziua! I’m very glad to see you. – Ma bucur foarte mult sa te/va vad. How are you? – Ce mai faci/faceti? How are things? – Cum iti/va merge? Very well, thank you! – Foarte bine, multumesc! Can’t complain. – Bine/ Nu ma plang. Madam – doamna Miss – domnisoara Sir – domnule ”hello” este salutul cel mai frecvent si des folosit intre cunostinte, cat si de persoane care se intalnesc pentru prima data ”how are you” este in primul rand o formula de salut si rareori o interesare serioasa asupra starii de sanatate” Farewell – Cum ne luam la revedere Good-bye! – La revedere! Bye/Bye-bye! – Pa! Good night! – Noapte buna! I’m sorry but I have to go now. – Imi pare rau, dar trebuie sa plec. It’s getting late. – E tarziu. Till tomorrow then! – Atunci pe maine! I’ll ring you tomorrow. – Te sun maine. See you tomorrow. – Pe maine. See you soon! – Pe curand! See you around! – Pe curand! All the best! – Toate cele bune! Hope to see you soon! – Sper sa ne vedem in curand! When could we meet again? – Cand ne mai putm vedea? I’ll take you to the.. – Te conduc pana la.. Give my regards to… – Transmite urarile mele… Say hello to…for me. – Saluta pe…din partea mea. It was lovely. – A fost minunat. Thank you for a lovely evening. – Multumesc pt aceasta seara placuta/minunata. I enjoyed it very much. – Mi-a placut f mult. Thanks for coming. – Multumesc ca ai venit. Safe journey home! – Sa ajungeti cu bine acasa.
Introductions
– Cum ne prezentam My name is – Numele meu este Allow me to / let me introduce myself – Permiteti-mi sa ma prezint This is my wife/husband – Aceasta esto sotia mea/Acesta este sotul meu Can I introduce you to… – As putea sa va prezint pe….. I would like to introduce you to …my daughter/son – As dori sa va prezint pe ..fiica mea/fiul meu Nice to meet you! – Ma bucur sa va cunosc! I’ve heard so much about you! – Am auzit atat de multe despre dumneavoastra What’s your name? – Cum va cheama? Could you tell me your name please? – Ati putea sa-mi spuneti numele d-vs, va rog? Where are you from? – De unde sunteti? Age – Varsta How old are you? – Ce varsta aveti? I am 20 (twenty). – Am 20 de ani. When were you born? – Cand v-ati nascut? What is you date of birth? – Care este data nasterii d-vs? I was born in 1982. – M-am nascut in 1982. You are younger than me. – Esti / suneti mai tanar/tanara decat mine. I am older than you. – Sunt mai in varsta decat tine. I am going on forty. – Merg pe 40 de ani/Ma indrept spre varsta de 40 de ani I have turned 20. – Am implinit 20 de ani I’m too old for this! – Sunt prea batran/batrana pt asta! On the contrary, I think you are still young. – Cred, dimpotriva, ca sunteti inca tanar! We have started to grow old now. – Inepem sa imbatranim. Language – Limba Do you speak English? – Vorbiti engleza? No, I only speak German. – Nu , nu vorbesc decat germana. Yes I do. – Da, vorbesc. Accommodation - Casa Where do you live? – Unde locuiti? We live in a beautiful flat /house. – Locuim intr-un apartament frumos/ o casa frumoasa I live in lodgings. – Stau cu chirie. It’s my own flat/house. – Este propriul meu apartament/casa. I’ve been living here for a long time now. – Locuiesc deja de mult timp aici. I haven’t been here long. – Nu stau de mult aici. I live on the ground floor. – Locuiesc la parter. I live on the second floor. – Locuiesc la etajul doi.
I live in the centre of town. – Locuiesc in centru. I live in the suburbs. – Locuiesc la periferie. I live in the country. – Locuiesc la tara. I live in a very quiet/noisy street. – Locuiesc pe o strada foarte linistita/zgomotoasa. I like living in the city/country. – Imi place sa locuiesc la oras/tara. *In marea Britanie parterul este numit “ground floor” in timp ce in SUA parterul se numeste “first floor”, “second floor” corespunzand asadar etajului intai. Work – Serviciul What do you do? – Cu ce te ocupi? What do you do for a living? – Cum iti castigi existenta? What is your line of work? – In ce domeniu lucrezi? Do you work? – Lucrezi? What company do you work for? – La ce companie lucrezi? La banca La Banca – At the bank Can I cash in this traveller’s cheque here? – Pot sa incasez acest cec de calatorie aici? Do you have an ID? – Aveti un act de identitate? Please endorse the cheque. – Va rog sa semnati cecul aici. I’d like to make a deposit. – As dori sa depun bani. I’d like to take some money from my account. – Vreau sa scot bani. Fill in this cheque. – Completati acest cec. Do you have…? – Aveti…? - A debit card – card de debit - A credit card – card de credit - A cheque book – carnet de cecuri - A bank account – cont in banca I’d like to open an account with your bank. – As dori sa-mi deschid un cont la banca dumneavoastra. I’d like to pay in 100 pounds, please. – As dori sa depun 100 de lire sterline, va rog. Certainly. – Desigur. I’d like a current account. – As dori un cont current.
One thousand euros were transferred to my account yesterday. – Au intrat 1000 de euro ieri in cont. I’d like to close my account. – As dori sa-mi lichidez contul. In this case, you must withdraw all of your money and write a letter stating that the balance is nil. – In acest caz, trebuie sa retrageti toti banii din cont sis a declarati ca soldul este zero. I’d like to see a statement of account. – Vreau sa vad un extras de cont. I’d like to make a transfer. – Vreau sa platesc prin virament. Please fill in this paying-in slip. – Va rog sa completati acest bulletin de varsamant. What is the interest rate? – Care este rata dobanzii? Where can I find a cash machine/cash dispenser? – Unde gasesc un bancomat? My card is stuck in the cash machine. – Mi-a ramas cardul in bancomat This cash machine doesn’t work/This cash machine is out of order. – Acest bancomat nu functioneaza. There’s not much money left in my account. – Nu mai ma multi bani in cont. Banking hours are… – Banca este deschisa intre orele… To pay by banker’s order – A plati prin ordin bancar Amount – suma To receive cash – a primi numerar Bank note – bancnota I’d like to transfer some money. – As dori sa transfer niste bani. To which account? – In ce cont? To what name? – Pe ce nume? To which bank? – La ce banca? Please send me a bank statement once a month. – Va rog sa-mi trimiteti situatia financiara lunar. Could you tell me my balance, please? – Ati putea sa-mi spuneti soldul, va rog? Your telephone bill has already been deducted form your account. – Factura telefonica v-a fost deja dedusa din cont. Which bank services will I be charged for? – Pentru ce servicii ale bancii se percep comisioane? I’d like to apply for a short-term loan. – As dori sa cer un imprumut pe termen scurt. How much would you need to borrow? – Cat doriti sa imprumutati? Would it be possible for me to receive a cheque-book as well? – As putea sa primesc si un carnet de cecuri?
With this account you are automatically issued a cheque-book. – Impreuna cu acest cont primiti automat si un carnet de cecuri. The bank charges a small fee for every cheque you write. – Banca percepe un mic commision pentru fiecare cec pe care-l completati. Casa de schimb valutar Where can I change money? – Unde pot schimba bani? Is there an Exchange Office near here? – Este vreo casa de schimb prin apropiere? I’d like to change 100 euro into…, please. – As dori sa schimb 100 de euro in.., va rog. How much do I get for…? – Cat primesc pentru? How would you like it? – Ce fel de bani doriti? What’s the rate of exchange? – Care este cursul de schimb? Some small change too, please. – Si niste maruntis va rog. I’d like a receipt, please. – As dori o chitanta, va rog. The rate of exchange is.. – Cursul de schimb este… We charge 3% commission. – Percepem commision de 3%. Sign here, please. – Semnati aici, va rog. Can you give me small change? – Puteti sa-mi dati maruntis? I only have big denominations. – Nu am decat banknote mari. I’d like to change some Swiss francs, can you give me euros instead? – Am cativa franci elvetieni, puteti sa mi-i schimbati in euro? La doctor La doctor - At the Doctor’s Could I see the doctor, please? – As putea sa-l vad pe doctor, va rog? Please get a doctor, quickly! – Va rog, chemati un doctor repede! Please fetch a doctor. – Va rog, aduceti un doctor. Where is a hospital ? – Unde este un spital? What time does the doctor have his/her consulting hour? – Intre ce ore consulta d-lul/d-na doctor? Please wait in the waiting-room. – Va rog asteptai in sala de asteptare. The doctor can’t see you today. – Doctorul nu va poate primi astazi. I’d like to make an appointment, please. – As dori sa-mi fac o programare, va rog. What seems to be the trouble? – Care este problema?
I am sick/ill. – Sunt bolnav. I’m nauseous. – Mi-e greata. I haven’t felt well for some days. – De cateva zile nu ma simt bine. I think I’m going down with something. – Cred ca m-am imbolnavit de ceva. My throat/head/stomach aches. – Ma doare gatul/capul/stomacul. It hurts here. – Ma doare aici. I have a severe pain here. – Am o durere puternica aici. I have a high temperature. – Am temperatura mare. I’ve caught a cold. – Am racit. I have been sick. – M-am simtit rau in ultima vreme. I feel sick. – Nu ma simt bine. I can’t sleep. – Nu pot dormi. I’m pregnant. – Sunt insarcinata. I fell. – Am cazut. Could you prescribe ..., for me, please? – Ati putea sa-mi prescrieti…..va rog? Is it serious? – Este grav? Would you get undressed, please? – Dezbracati-va va rog. Breathe in deeply. – Inspirati adanc. Does that hurt? – Doare? Open your mouth and say “Ah!” – Deschideti gura si spuneti “A!” Put out your tongue. – Scoateti limba. How long have you been ill? – De cand va simtiti rau? We’ll have to do a blood/urine test. – Va trebui sa facem un test de sange/urina. You’ll have to stay in bed. – Va trebui sa stati in pat. It’s nothing serious. – Nu e nimic grav. I make you out a prescription. – Va dau o reteta. Take two tablets three times a day. – Luati doua tablet de trei ori pe zi. Avoid salty and spicy foods. – Nu mancati sarat si picant. Cut back on coffee and alcohol. – Renuntati la cafea si alcool. You must go on a five-day sick leave. – Trebuie sa va luati un concediu de boala de 5 zile. You don’t need to go into hospital. – Nu e nevoie sa va internati. Get well soon! – Sa va faceti bine repede! How are you feeling? – Cum te simtit? Not too good. – Nu prea bine. Why don’t you go to the doctor? – De ce nu mergi la doctor? I must see my GP. – Trebuie sa merg la medicul de familie.
The GP referred me to…. – Medicul de familie mi-a facut trimitere la… - A surgeon – chirurg - A neurologist – neurolog - A gynecologist – ginecolog - Ophthalmologist – oftalmolog - Dentist – dentist La dentist – At the dentist’s I’ve got a terrible toothache. – Am o durere de dinti ingrozitoare. Could you give me something for the pain? – Imi puteti da ceva pt durere? I’ve broken a tooth. – Mi-am rupt un dinte. My gums are very sensitive. – Gingiile mele sunt foarte sensibile. I’ve got a loose filling. – Mi-a cazut o plomba. Please open your mouth wide. – Deschideti gura mare, va rog. Which tooth is causing you pain? – Care dinte va doare? This tooth will have to be filled. – Acest dinte va trebui plombat. This is only a temporary filling. – Este numai un pansament temporar. I’ll put the real filling in next week. – Am sa pun plomba saptamana viitoare. An X-ray will show if the root is all right. – O radiografie va arata daca radacina este buna. This tooth will have to come out. – Acest dinte va trebui extras. The root has decayed. – Radacina este stricata. This local anesthetic will numb the whole area. – Aceasta anestezie locala va amorti intreaga zona. Don’t eat and drink anything for four hours. – Nu mancati si nu beti nimic patru ore. You must take better care of your teeth. – Trebuie sa aveti mai multa grija de dantura dumneavoastra. You have very healthy teeth. – Aveti dinti foarte sanatosi. I must go to the dentist’s. – Trebuie sa ma duc la dentist. My dentist works in a dental hospital. – Dentistul meu lucreaza intr-o clinica de stomatologie. I’m very happy with my dentist. – Sunt foarte multumit de dentistul meu.
La piata I like vegetables. – Imi plac legumele. Where do you buy your vegetables? – De unde iti cumperi legumele? I usually buy my vegetables and fruits at the market. – De obicei imi cumpar legumele si fructele de la piata. Are these organic? – Sunt organice? What do you like? – Ce ati dori? I’d like…, please. – As dori…,va rog. Could you please give me… ? – Ati putea sa-mi dati .., va rog? And I also need ... – Si mai am nevoie de… You can choose and weigh the vegetables yourself. – Va puteti alege si cantari singuri legumele. I’d like to buy some: – As dori sa cumpar niste: Tomatoes – rosii Cauliflower – conopida Cucumbers – castraveti Cabbages – varza Onions – ceapa Garlic – usturoi Potatoes – cartofi Carrots – morcovi Mushrooms – ciuperci Eggplants – vinete Peas – mazare ... and some fruits – si niste fructe: Apples – mere Pears – pere Apricots – caise Peaches – piersici Cherries – cirese Grapes – struguri Strawberries – capsuni Lemons – lamai Oranges – portocale Plums – prune Anything else? – Ce mai doriti? That would be all, thank you ! – Atat, multumesc ! No. That’s everything. Thanks! – Nu. Asta e tot. Multumesc! How much is altogether? – Cat costa totul?
I’m sorry but I think you’ve short-changed me. – Imi pare rau, dar cred ca mi-ati dat prea putin rest. Here’s …pounds! – Iata…lire! Are you going shopping? – Mergi la cumparaturi? Could you get me some …please? – Ai putea sa-mi iei niste…te rog? They didn’t have any….so I’ve brought you some ... , instead. – Nu aveau…asa ca ti-am adus (niste)... in schimb. Nota: In Marea Britanie suntem foarte politicosi si la cumparaturi. Nu spunem niciodata: I want, sau I get, mai curand solicitam marfa cu “I’d like” sau “Could you please give me”…Ca si client vom fi apelati de vanzator/vanzatoare/casier/casiera cu numele de alint precum “dear”, “sweetheart” sau “honey”, folosite ca simple formule de politete, prin care vanzatorii isi exprima respectul fata de clienti. La hotel/ motel Where is the…hotel/bed and breakfast? – Unde este hotelul sau pensiunea…? Could you recommend a good/ cheap hotel? – Puteti sa-mi recomandati un hotel bun/ieftin? It’s better to book in advance. – E mai bine sa rezervati dinainte I would like to reserve a double/single room from…to… – As dori sa rezerv o camera cu un pat dublu/un singur pat, de la…pana la… We’d like a single/double room with shower. – Am dori o camera cu un pat/un pat dublu cu dus We’d prefer a room wich isn’t too noisy. – Am prefer o camera fara prea mult zgomot We’d like a room wich doesn’t look out onto the main street. – Am dori o camera care nu da spre strada principal. Could we have a room with a view of the…? – Am putea avea o camera cu vedere spre..? When will you be arriving? – Cand sositi? We’ll be arriving on… – Sosim pe data de… Would you mind filing out the registration form? – Ati putea sa completati formularul de cazare, va rog? Would you mind signing here, please? – Ati putea sa semnati aici, va rog? Would you like some help with your bags/luggage? – Doriti sa va ajut la bagaje? Room service is available. – Avem room service. How many nights will you be staying? – Cate nopti veti sta? We’ll be leaving/checking out on... – Plecam pe data de… How much does it cost per night? – Cat costa pe noapte?
Which meals are included? – Ce mese sunt incluse? Do you have any vacancies? – Aveti camere libere? Do you have a double room? – Aveti o camera cu pat dublu? Do you have a single room? – Aveti o camera cu un pat? Do you have a twin room? – Aveti o camera cu 2 paturi? Do you have a cot? – Aveti un pat de copil? Is that with or without bathroom? – Este cu sau fara baie? Could we have a wake-up call? – Ne puteti trezi cu telefonul? Yes, we have vacancies. – Da, avem camera libere. No, I’m afraid not. We’re booked out. – Nu, mi-e teama ca nu. Nu mai avem nicio camera libera. Yes, but only on the top floor. – Da, dar numai la ultimul etaj. Could I see the room, please? – As putea sa vad camera, va rog? Your room number is… – Numarul camerei d-vs este… Here’s your key. – Poftiti cheia dumneavoastra. The porter will help you with your bags. – Portarul va va ajuta la bagaje. Please do not disturb! – Va rog nu deranjati! Is there air conditioning? – Este aer conditionat? Does the price include room and breakfast? – Micul dejun este inclus in pret? Please have my luggage taken in my room. – As vrea sa mi se duca bagajele in camera. I’d like to have these clothes laundered/ironed. – Vreau sad au la spalat /calcat aceste haine. I’d like to have these towels changed, please. – As dori sa-mi schimbati prosoapele , rog. Should anyone call for me, please tell them to leave a message. – Daca ma cauta cineva, rugati-l sa-mi lase un mesaj. Is there a safe for valuables? – Aveti seif? Yes, there is one, but you must pay extra for using the safe. – Da este, insa trebuie sa platiti extra, daca doriti sa-l folositi. *Este important sa nu confudam cuvintele “bath” si “bathroom”. “Bath” inseamna pur si simpu “cada de baie” si “bathroom” inseamna “camera de baie”
Talking about the weather - Cum vorbim despre vreme in engleza
Cum vorbim despre vreme
It’s mild/cold for this time of the year. – Este cald/rece pt aceasta perioada a anului. It’s a lovely morning/day! – Este o dimineata/ zi placuta They say it’s going to snow/be sunny. – Se spune ca va ninge/va fi soare. It’s supposed to turn colder. – Se presupune ca vremea se va raci. It’s an early spring. – Este o primavara timpurie. It’s a hot summer. – Este o vara torida. It’s a dry/ wet autumn. – Este o toamna secetoasa/ ploioasa. It’s a severe/ mild winter. – Este o iarna grea/ usoara. It’s sunny. – Este soare. It’s windy. – Bate vantul. It’s foggy. – Este ceata. It’s cloudy. – E innorat. It’s cold. – E frig. It’s warm. – E cald. It’s hot. – E arsita. It’s snowing. – Ninge. It’s raining. – Ploua. The (weather ) forecast – Buletinul meteorologic The temperature is around zero. – Temperatura este in jur de zero grade. It’s 25 degrees (centigrades). – Sunt 25 de grade Celsius. What’s the weather like today ? – Cum e vremea azi? It’s ... Fine - frumos Bad - urat Hot - cald Cold - frig Chilly - racoare I’m hot. – Mi-e cald. I’m cold. – Mi-e frig. This heat is unbearable. – Caldura e insuportabila. The sky is clear. – Cerul e senin.
The wind is starting to blow. – Incepe sa bata vantul. The sky is overcast. – Cerul e acoperit de nori. The weather is getting worse. – Vremea se strica. We’re having terrible weather. – E o vreme oribila. It’s going to rain. – O sa ploua. It’ drizzling. – Burniteaza. It’s pouring. – Ploua torrential. I’m soaked. – Sunt ud leoarca. The mist is lifting. – Ceata se ridica. It may freeze tonight. – Probabil va fi inghet la noapte. I caught a cold because of the bad weather. – Am racit din cauza vremii rele. It’s freezing stiff. – E ger de crapa pietrele. The snow is melting. – Zapada se topeste. It’s thawing. – Se dezgheata. It’s their first snowman! – E primul lor om de zapada! La magazin Where did you buy that lovely..? – De unde ai cumparat aceasta…draguta? I bought it in… – Am cumparat-o la… May I help you? – Pot sa va ajut? I’m looking for a ... – Caut un… Did you have anything particular in mind? – Va gandeati la ceva anume? No, thank you .I’m just having a look around. – Nu, multumesc. Doar ma uit. What size do you take?/What size are you? – Ce masura purati?/aveti? I take size/I am size… – Port masura…/am masura This will probably fit you. – Aceasta vi s-ar potrivi. Where can I try it? – Unde pot sa o probez? I’d like to try it on. – As dori sa incerc. It fits perfectly. – Se potriveste perfect. It suits you! – Iti vine foarte bine! It’s very /not very flattering. – Te pune foarte bine in valoare/nu te pune foarte bine in valoare. It doesn’t go with my hair. – Nu se potriveste cu parul meu. It’ s a bit too large/loose. – E putin prea stramta/larga. Do you have it in a larger/smaller size? – Aveti o masura mai amre/mai mica? Do you have trousers to match this jacket? – Aveti pantaloni asortati la aceasta jacheta?
Are these the only ones you have? – Acestea sunt singurele pe care le aveti? I’d like a long –sleeved/short sleeved shirt, please. – As dori o camasa cu maneca lunga/scurta. How much does it cost? – Cat costa? How should I wash it? – Cum ar trebui sa o spal? You can machine-wash it. – Puteti sa o spalati cu masina. You’ll have to wash it separately. – Va trebui sa o spalati separat. This dress is a real bargain. – Rochia aceasta este un adevarat chilipir. The clearance sale begins this week. – Vanzarile cu prêt redus incep saptamana asta. The sale begins on … – Vanzarae incepe pe… There’s 20% off all our goods at the moment. – Acum avem o reducere de 20% la toate produsele. It’s sales time. – Este sezonul reducerilor. This colour doesn’t suit me. – Aceasta culoare nu mi se potriveste. Where are the fitting rooms? – Unde sunt cabinele de proba? Can I try it on a smaller size? – As putea sa probez o masura mai mica? I’m sorry. I’m afraid we don’t have this colour in size 40. – Imi pare rau. Mi-e teama ca nu avem aceasta culoare la masura 40. This one fits much better. – Aceasta se potriveste mult mai bine. I think I’ll take it. – Cred ca am sa o iau. I’m buying it. – O cumpar. Can I pay by cheque? – Pot sa platesc cu un cec? Do you accept credit cards? – Primiti carti de credit? Thank you. You’ve been very helpful. – Multumesc. Mi-ati ofst de mare ajutor. Get directions Asking the way – Cum ne orientam Where is/are …? – Unde este/sunt…? How do I get to..? – Cum ajung la…? How far is it to the nearest….? – Cat de mult este pana la cel mai apropiat..? Is this the road to..? – Acesta este drumul catre..? Do I have to go….? – Trebuie sa merg…? I’ve lost my way. – M-am ratacit. I’m having trouble finding my way round. – Nu ma prea descurc. On/to the right – la dreapta
On/to the left – la stanga Straight ahead/straight on – drept inainte It’s back there. – Este in spate. It’s here. – Este aici. It’s in this direction. – Este in aceasta directie. It’s around the corner. – Este dupa colt. Go as far as… – Mergeti pana la… It’s near... – Este aproape de… It’s next to… – Este langa… It’s opposite... – Este vizavi de… Is this the right way? – Sunt pe drumul cel bun? Go along… – Mergeti de-a lungul… For how long? – Cat de mult? Where (to)? – Unde? How far is it to…? – Cat de departe este…? How long will it take me to walk there? – Cat timp imi ia ca sa ajung acolo pe jos? Turn right/left. – Luati-o la dreapta/stanga. Go down the street till you reach the end. – Mergeti pana la capatul strazii. Take the first/second road on the left. – Luati-o pe prima/a doua starda la stanga. Could you show me on the map, please? – Ati putea sa-mi aratati pe harta, va rog? Take the bus/ tube to... – Luati autobuzul/metroul pana la... You can’t miss it. – Nu aveti cum sa nu nimeriti. I’m afraid you’re wrong here. – Mi-e teama ca ati gresit. Sorry, I don’t know this area. – Imi pare rau, nu sunt din zona. Why don’t you buy a guide? – De ce nu cumparati un ghid? *”The tube” este expresia pt metroul londonez. In America metroul se numeste “subway”. In fata unui nume de strada nu se pune niciodata un articol. Spunem simplu “in Mary Street” si nu “In the Mary Street”.
La gara, autogara, aeroport
La gara – informatii despre tren Where is the ticket booth? – Unde este casa de bilete? A single ticket to...please. – Un bilet pana la …va rog. A return ticket to..please. – Un bilet dus-intors pana la ..va rog. I’d like a ticket to..please. – As dori un bilet pana la…va rog. Two and two halves to..please. – Doua bilete cu pret intreg si doua cu pret redus pana la …va rog. One way or return? – Dus sau dus-intors? First class or second class? – Clasa intai sau a doua? Smoking or no-smoking? – Fumatori sau nefumatori? A window or an aisle seat? – Un loc la fereastra sau la margine? A non-smoking compartment, please. – Compartiment de nefumatori, va rog. I’ d like to reserve a sleeper for the night train to … – As dori sa rezerv o cuseta la trenul de noapte catre… I’d like to book a seat on the twelve o’clock train to…please. – As dori a rezerv un loc la trenul de ora 12 catre…va rog. How long is the ticket valid? – Pe ce perioada este valabil biletul? Do I have to pay supplement? – Trebuie sa platesc un supliment? How much is a ticket to..? – Cat costa un bilet catre…? I’d like a monthly ticket, please. – As dori un abonament pentru o luna ,va rog. Do you have some form of identification with you? – Aveti ceva acte de identitate asupra dumneavoastra? Which platform does it leave from? – De la ce peron pleaca trenul? Where do I have to change? – Unde trebuie sa schimb? Is the train delayed? – Trenul are intarziere? It will arrive 15 minutes late. – Intarzie 15 minute. Departures – Plecari Arrivals – Sosiri Let me carry your suitcase! – Lasa-ma sa-ti duc geamantanul! This is a smoking/non-smoking car. – Acest vagon este pentru fumatori/nefumatori. Excuse me, is this seat taken? – Ma scuzati, locul acela este ocupat? Let’s go to the dining car, shall we? – Sa mergem la vagonul restaurant? Your tickets please. – Biletele , va rog.
In autogara – informatii despre autobus Could you tell me where the nearest bus stop is? – Puteti sa-mi spuneti unde este cea mai apropiata statie de autobuz? Does this bus go to..? – Acest autobuz ajunge la…? Is this the number 45 bus? – Acesta este autobuzul numarul 45? Which bus do I take to..? – Ce autobuz sa iau catre..? Hurry up, there comes a bus! – Repede, vine un autobuz! Is this the right bus for..? – Acesta este autobuzul catre…? No, you’ll have to get off at…and change. – Nu, trebuie sa coborati la ..si sa schimbati. No, you’re going in the wrong direction. – Nu, mergeti in directia gresita. Do I have to pay the driver when boarding? – Trebuie sa platesc la sofer cand urc? How much further is it? – Cat mai este de mers? It’ the next stop. – Pana la statia urmatoare. A one way ticket to ... , please. – Un bilet dus pana la ..., va rog. Buses run from here every fifteen minutes. – Autobuzele circula de aici din sfert in sfert de ora. The bus is running ten minutes late. – Autobuzul are 10 minute intarziere. *Numerele de autobuz, ca de exemplu “5” si “94” vor fi pronuntate “fifteen” si “ ninety-four”. Numerele mai lungi, ca de exemplu “127”, vor fi pronuntate “one-two-seven” In aeroport – informatii despre avion I need to get to the airport. – Vreau sa ajung la aeroport. When is the Paris flight? – Cand pleaca avionul spre Paris? When is it supposed to take off? – Cand va decola avionul? You can go to the check-in desk. – Puteti merge la check in. Smoker or non-smoker? – Doriti un loc la fumatori sau nefumatori? Show me your ticket and your passport, please. – Vreti sa-mi aratati biletul si pasaportul dumneavoastra ? Here’s your boarding pass. – Poftiti numarul de bord. Excuse me, is this gate 8? – Ma scuzati, aceasta este poarta 8? When are we taking off? – Cand decolam? Passengers for flight 410 to Paris please go immediately to gate 8. – Pasagerii pentru cursa 410 in directia Paris sa mearga imediat la poarta 8. The flight attendant is very nice. – Stewardesa este foarte amabila. Please fasten your seat belts. – Fixati-va centura de siguranta. I’m airsick. – Am rau de avion. There are no stopovers. – Este o cursa fara escale. We are landing. – Aterizam acum. Your luggage has been checked. – Bagajul dumneavoastra a fost verificat.
La vama - Customs What country do you come from? – Din ce tara veniti/sunteti? I come from Romania. – Vin din Romania. Is this your first visit to the UK? – Este prima dumneavoastra vizita in Marea Britanie? How long will you be staying in the UK? – Cat timp intentionati sa stati in Marea Britanie? I’ll be staying for two weeks/for a year. – Intentionez sa stau doua saptamani/un an. What is the purpose of your visit? – Care este scopul vizitei dumneavoastra? Are you traveling as a tourist? – Este o vizita turistica? Is it a business trip? – Este o vizita de afaceri? Do you have anything to declare? – Aveti ceva de declarat? Is this all your luggage? – Nu aveti decat aceste bagaje? I have no other luggage. – Nu am alte bagaje. You must pay customs duty. – Trebuie sa platiti o taxa vamala. You must make a customs declaration. – Trebuie sa dati o declarative vamala. Do you carry any dutiable goods? – Aveti marfuri supuse taxelor vamale? Please fill in this form. – Completati va rog acest formular. Surname – Nume First name – Prenume Nationality – Nationalitate Place of birth – Locul nasterii Date of birth – Data nasterii This is my passport. – Acesta este pasaportul meu. You need a visa. – Aveti nevoie de o viza. You need a tourist/student visa. – Aveti nevoie de o viza de turist/de student. Your passport is clear. – Pasaportul dumneavoastra este in ordine. I’d like to apply for a visa extension. – As vrea sa-mi prelungesc viza. Do you have foreign currency ? – Aveti valuta? I have 100 USD in cash. – Am 100 dolari in numerar. I have 200 pounds in traveller’s cheques. – Am cecuri de calatorie in valoare de 200 lire sterline. I’ve lost my passport. – Mi-am pierdut pasaportul. Please show me... – Va rog sa –mi aratati…. - Your invitation to the UK – invitatia - A copy if your work contract – copia dupa contractual dumneavoastra de munca - Your British employer’s contact – datele de contact ale angajatorului d-vs din Mare Britanie You may pass. – Puteti trece.
La restaurant Can you recommend a restaurant close to my hotel? – Puteti sa-mi indicati un restaurant apropiat de hotelul meu? I’d like a table for three, please. – As dori o masa pentru trei persoane, va rog. I’d like a table by the window, please. – As dori o masa langa feresatra, va rog. This table is free/taken. – Aceasta masa e libera/ocupata. I’d like to book a table please. – As dori sa rezerv o masa, va rog I’ve booked a table under the name of John. – Am rezervat o masa pe numele John. Here’s the menu. – Poftiti meniul. I would recommend… – As recomanda... Are you ready to order? – Doriti sa comandati? We haven’t decided yet. – Nu ne-am hotarat inca. May I take your order now? – As putea sa va iau comanda acum? What would you like to start with? – Cu ce ati dori sa incepeti? Let’s have some starters first. – Pentru inceput as lua niste aperitive. I’ll have the…, please. – Am sa iau…, va rog. And for my wife/husband, the… – Si pentru sotia/sotul meu… I’m a vegetarian. – Sunt vegetarian. I’m on a diet. – Tin regim. And for main course? – Si pentru felul principal? And as a side-dish? – Si pentru garnitura? And for dessert? – Si pentru desert? What would you like to drink? – Ce ati dori sa beti? Could you bring us a bottle of…? – Ne puteti aduce o sticla de..? Cheers! – Noroc! Anything else, Sir/Madam? – Mai dorit ceva d-le/doamna? That would be all, thank you. – Nu, asta e tot, multumim. Could we pay, please? – Am putea plati, va rog? Could we have the bill, please? – Ne puteti aduce nota de palta, va rog? Did you enjoy your meal? – V-a placut mancarea? Please keep the change. – Pastrati restul, va rog. Have you been here before? – Ati mai fost aici? It’s one of my favourite restaurants. – Este unul dintre restaurantele mele preferate. Let me order for you. – Lasa-ma sa comand pentru tine. What would you recommend? – Ce mi-ati recomanda? Allow me to pay. – Da-mi voie sa paltesc. Thanks very much for inviting me. – Multumesc foarte mult ca m-ai invitat. This is not what we ordered. – Ni s-a adus comanda gresita. Waiter, we have been waiting for a long time. – Chelner, asteptam de mult timp.
Conversatie la telefon Where’s the nearest phone box? – Unde este cea mai apropiata cabina telefonica? Where can I make a telephone call? – De unde pot da un telefon? May I use your telephone? – Pot sa dau un telefon? I need to make a phone call. – Trebuie sa dau un telefon. I must call my friends. – Trebuiesa-mi sun prietenii. What number do I dial for...? – Ce numar formez pentru…? I’d like to make a reversed charge call to Paris. – As dori sa sun la Paris cu taxa inversa. A long-distance call to…, please. – O convorbire interurbana cu,…va rog. What does a local call cost? – Cat costa o convorbire locala? What does a call to…cost? – Cat costa o convorbire cu..? What time does the cheap rate start? – Cand incepe perioada de tarif redus? What’s you number? – Ce numar aveti? I’ll call you back. – Te sun eu inapoi. Just a minute! – O clipa! Could you connect me with …? – Puteti sa-mi faceti legatura cu..? Could I speak to.., please? – As putea vorbi cu,…va rog? I’d like to speak to,..please. – As dori sa vorbesc cu,..va rog. Directory Enquiries – Informatii telefonice Can you give me the phone directory, please ? – Puteti sa-mi dati cartea de telefon , va rog? Could I have a word with...? – As putea vorbi cu…va rog? This is ... speaking – Va vorbeste… Who’s speaking – Cine e la telefon? Hold the line, please. – Asteptati , va rog. Just a moment, please! – O clipa, va rog! Hang on, please! – Nu inchideti, va rog! I’ll connect you/ I’ll put you trough. – Va fac legatura. The line is busy. – Linia e ocupata/Suna ocupat. It’s a bad line. – Se aude prost. There’s no reply. – Nu raspunde. You’ve got the wrong number. – Ati gresit numarul. I’ll try again later. – Am sa revin mai tarziu. Can I take a message, please? – Pot sa preiau un mesaj? Do you have a mobile? – Aveti un numar de telefon mobil? Text me. – Trimite-mi un SMS. The area code – Prefixul The extension number – interiorul
In Marea Britanie, cand sunam pe cineva, nu ne spunem numele imediat. Este absolut suficient sa spunem : “Hello. Could I speak to…, please?”…Interlocutorul se va interesa in mod normal cu cine vorbeste: “Who’s calling, please?”’ Daca suntem sunati, raspundem fie cu Hello, fie cu numarul de telefon. A comunica numele suna pentru un britanic foarte dur. La comunicarea numarului de telefon, cifrele sunt date una dupa alta, intr-un grup de trei si patru (568 3961) si nu “fifty-eight, sixty-nine”..cum se obisnuieste in alte tari.
La interviu
I’m here for the vacancy you advertised. – Am venit pentru postul pe care l-ati anuntat What studies do you have? – Ce studii aveti? I got my…. – Mi-am luat…. Bachelor's degree – licenta Master’s degree – masteratul in I graduated.... – Am studii….. Secondary school – liceale From University – superioare I did a three-month internship with X. – Am facut un stagiu de 3 luni la compania X. How long have you been working as a…? – Ce vechime aveti in aceasta activitate? Are you available for project-based work? – Suneti disponibil/a pentru activitati sporadice in diverse proiecte? This position requires excellent qualifications. – Acest post presupune un inalt nivel de calificare. What are your qualifications ? – Ce nivel de calificare aveti? I was trained in…. – Sunt calificat in domeniul… What skills do you have? – Ce competente aveti? I have ten years’ experience in working with.. – Am o experienta de 10 ani in lucrul cu… I have good business experience. – Am o buna experienta in afaceri. I’m computer literate and I have good clerical skills. – Stapanesc bine calculatorul si activitatile de secretariat. I’m good at … – Ma pricep bine la… I’m unemployed now. – Acum sunt in somaj/somer. Do you have any references from your previous employer? – Aveti niste recomandari din partea ultimului d-vs angajator? What are your expectations regarding payment? – Cu cat v-ati astepta sa fiti platit? What are your working hours? – Ce program aveti? Do I have to work in shifts? – Va trebui sa lucrez in schimburi? This job is a real challenge. – Acest post este o adevarata provocare.
The atmosphere at work is very good in our company. – Atmosfera de lucru este foarte buna in intreprinderea noastra. Are there good chances for promotion? – Sansele de promovare sunt bune? You are hired. – Esti angajat. I wish you all the best in finding something wich suits you better. – Va doresc mult success sa va gasiti ceva care sa vi se potriveasca mai bine.
Vorbeste despre Romania
I’m just passing through Romania. Sunt in trecere prin Romania. I’d like to go on a sightseeing tour. As dori sa merg intr-un tur al tarii. This is a wonderful country. Aceasta este o tara frumoasa. I’d like to go to the Black Sea. As dori sa merg la Marea Neagra. What country are you from? Din ce tara sunteti? I’m from Romania. Sunt din Romania. Where are you travelling ? Unde calatoriti? I’m traveling to Romania. Calatoresc inspre Romania. Are you a Romanian citizen? Sunteti cetatean roman? The Romanian people are hard-working citizens. Locuitorii Romaniei sunt cetateni muncitori. Almost all of the Danube Delta is located within the Romanian territory. Aproape toata Delta Dunarii este localizata in interiorul teritoriului romanesc. Did you know that Romania shares borders with Hungary, Serbia, Ukraine,Republic of Moldova and Bulgaria ? Stiai ca Romania se invecineaza cu Ungaria, Serbia, Ucraina, Republica Moldova si Bulgaria? I’d like to visit Draculas’s Castle. As dori sa vizitez castelul lui Dracula. The main attractions of Romania are The Carpathian Mountains, The Danube Delta and The Black Sea. Principalele atractii ale Romaniei sunt Muntii Carpati, Delta Dunarii si Marea Neagra.
Where does the Danube flow and how the Danube Delta is formed? Unde se varsa Dunarea si cum se formeaza Delta Dunarii? The Danube flows into the Black Sea within Romania's territory forming the Danube Delta. Dunarea se varsa in Marea Neagra pe teritoriul Romaniei, formand Delta Dunarii. Romania is well known for the Wooden Churches of Maramures, Painted churches of northern Moldavia and Saxon villages with fortified churches in Transylvania. Romania este vestita pentru Bisericile de lemn din Maramures, Bisericile pictate din nordul Moldovei si satele saxone cu bisericile fortificate din Transilvania. The city of Sibiu famous for its Brukenthal National Museum is the European Capital of Culture. Orasul Sibiu , faimos pt Muzeul National Brukenthal, este capitala Europeana Culturala. Romania offers a rich tapestry of tourist attractions and vacation experiences. Romania ofera o bogata varietate de atractii turistice si experiente pentru vacanta. You should definitely come and visit Romania! Cu siguranta ar trebui sa veniti sa vizitati Romania!
Complimente - urari - felicitari
Compliments - Complimente To pay somebody a compliment – A felicita pe cineva This is absolutely delicious. – Este absolut delicios. It’s wonderful. – Este minunat. It’s marvellous. – Este uimitor You’ve done this so well. – Te-ai descurcat atat de bine I’m very impressed. – Sunt foarte impresionat May I compliment you on…? – Imi dati voie sa va felicit? You’re a marvellous… – Esti o ….minunata You’ve hot a lovely… – Ai o…….draguta I love the way you…. – Imi place mult felul in care…. Well done! – Bravo! I think the way you….is fantastic. – Cred ca felul in care ai…este uimitor. What a nice…..you’re wearing. – Ce..draguta… porti. I’m very pleased with ... – Sunt foarte multumit de…. It suits you perfectly. – Ti se potriveste de minune. You look lovely. – Arati foarte bine. That’s very flattering. – Este foarte magulitor.
Good wishes, Congratulations – Urari, felicitari Welcome! – Bine ati venit! Welcome to… – Bine ati venit la… Congratulations! – Felicitari! Congratulations on your success/anniversary! – Felicitari pentru succesul/aniversarea d-voastra! Enjoy yourself/yourselves! – Distractie placuta! Enjoy your holiday! – Vacanta placuta! Good luck! – Noroc! Please give my best regards to your mother! – Transmite-i mamei dvs. cele mai bune urari din partea mea! Speedy recovery! – Insanatosire grabnica! Merry Christmas! – Craciun Fericit! A happy New Year! – An nou fericit! A happy and prosperous new year! – Un an nou fericit si prosper! Happy Easter! – Paste fericit! Happy Birthday! – La multi ani (la ziua de nastere) Many happy returns of the day! – La multi ani! (la onomastica) Enjoy your holiday! – Sarbatori fericite! Have a safe trip! – Drum bun! Keep up the good work! – Spor la treaba !/Spor la treaba in continuare! All the best! – Toate cele bune! I’ll keep my fingers crossed! – Iti tin pumnii! *la ziua de nastere se adreseaza urarile “Happy Birthday” si “ Many happy returns of the day”. Un fel plin de umor de a ura cuiva noroc este expresia "break a leg". Ea provine dintr-o veche superstitie a oamenilor de teatru potrivit careia a ura cuiva noroc aduce de fapt ghinion
Conversatii telefonice in limba engleza - Talking on the phone A dialogue between two persons that don't know each other. Un dialog intre doua persoane care nu se cunosc. Andy: Hello, I'm Andy, I would like to speak to George, please! Buna, sunt Andy, as dori sa vorbesc cu George, va rog! Mike: Hello, George is taking a shower right now. If you wish, please call him later. Buna, George face dus acum. Daca doriti, sunati-l va rog mai tarziu. Andy: Ok, thank you, have a good day! Bine, multumesc, o zi buna va doresc! Mike: Thank you, you, too! Good bye! Multumesc, la fel va doresc! La revedere! Andy: Good bye! La revedere! A dialogue between two persons that know each other. Un dialog intre doua persoane care se cunosc. Laura: Hy, Melinda! How are you? Buna, Melinda! Ce faci? Melinda: Hi, Melinda! I'm cooking some pancakes. Buna, Melinda! Fac niste clatite. Laura: I have tried to call you earlier, but the line was busy. Am incercat sa te sun si mai devreme, dar linia era ocupata. Melinda: Well, I heard the phone ringing, I picked up the receiver, and at the other end of the line was my aunt, and I talked to her. Pai, am auzit telefonul sunand, am ridicat receptorul si la celalalt capat al firului era matusa mea si am vorbit cu ea. Laura: Wait a second, please, my mother is calling me on the cell. Asteapta, te rog, o secunda, ma suna mama pe celular. Melinda: Ok, talk to you later. Bine, vorbim mai tarziu. Laura: Ok, bye! Bine, pa! Melinda: Bye! Pa!
A dialogue between a secretary and someone that is calling at the company. Un dialog intre o secretara si cineva care suna la companie. The secretary: Hello? Dacia Servicing here, what can I do for you? Alo! Dacia Service, cu ce va pot ajuta? Mr. Brown: Hello, is Mr. Fred there, I have to speak with him? Buna, domnul Fred este, as vrea sa vorbesc cu dumnealui? The secretary: Mr Fred is busy now, shall I take a message for him? Domnul Fred este ocupat acum, doriti sa preiau un mesaj sa ii transmit? Mr. Brown: Hello, I can't here you anymore… are you still there? Alo, nu va mai aud, mai sunteti? The secretary: Yes, who is speaking? Da, cine este la telefon? Mr. Brown: It's me, the one that was looking for Mr. Fred. Sunt eu, cel care il cauta pe domnul Fred. The secretary: Oh, i'm sorry, please try another extension, the phone is broken here, that is why you can hear me good. Oh, imi pare rau, va rog incercati un alt interior, telefonul este stricat aici, de aceea nu ma puteti auzi bine. Mr Brown: Ok. Thank you. Bine, multumesc. The secretary: And if an answering machine will answer, please leave there a message. Si daca va va raspunde robotul, lasati acolo un mesaj. Mr Brown: Ok, Good bye! Ok, la revedere! The secretary: Good bye! La revedere!
La restaurant / rezervarea unei mese - In a Restaurant / Reserve a table A dialogue between someone that wants to reserve a table and the employee from the restaurant; and then a dialogue between two persons that eat in the restaurant. Un dialog intre cineva care vrea sa rezerve o masa si un angajat al restaurantului; si apoi un dialog intre doua persoane care mananca in restaurant. Mr. Olsen: Good afternoon! Buna ziua! Waiter: Good afternoon, Sir! Buna ziua, domnule! Mr. Olsen: I would like to reserve a table for tonight. As dori sa rezerv o masa pentru diseara. Waiter: Of course, Sir. For how many persons? Desigur, domnule. Pentru cate persoane? Mr. Olsen: Could we have a table for two? Putem sta la o masa de doua locuri? Waiter: I'm sorry, sir, but the tables for two are fully booked until 8 p.m. Imi pare rau, domnule, dar mesele de doua persoane sunt toate rezervate pana la 8 p.m. Mr. Olsen: No problem, for I would like a table for 9 p.m., in fact, I would like our usual table. Nicio problema, eu as dori o masa pentru ora 9 p.m., de fapt, as dori masa noastra obisnuita. Waiter: Of course, sir. Desigur, domnule. Mr. Olsen: Thank you. Multumesc. After several hours. Dupa cateva ore. Waiter: Good evening! Buna seara! Mr. Olsen: Good evening! Buna seara! Waiter: Have you made a reservation, sir? Ati facut o rezervare, domnule? Mr. Olsen: Yes I had, several hours ago; don't you remember? Da, am facut; nu va amintiti? Waiter: Oh, i'm sorry, sir, I do remember; please follow me. Oh, imi pare rau, domnule, imi amintesc; urmati-ma, va rog. Mr. Olsen: Thank you. Multumesc.
Waiter: Would you like a drink before your meal? Doriti sa beti ceva inainte de masa? Mr. Olsen: No, we'll order the meal. Nu, vom comanda direct. Waiter: Yes, please… Da, va rog… Mr. Olsen: I would like roast lamb with mint sauce and for my partner, pork chop with mustard sauce and two glasses of white wine. As dori o friptura de miel cu sos de menta, iar pentru partenerul meu cotlet de porc cu sos de mustar si doua pahare de vin alb. Waiter: That would be all, sir? Asta e tot, domnule? Mr. Olsen: Yes. Da. Waiter: Very good, sir. Bine, domnule. With several minutes before leaving the restaurant. Cu cateva minute inainte de a parasi restaurantul. Mr. Olsen: Waiter, can you bring us the bill, please? Chelner, nota de plata, va rog. Waiter: Yes, sir, One moment, please. Da, domnule. Un moment, va rog. Waiter: Do you want to pay separately or do you want it all on the same bill? Doriti sa platiti separate sau sa fie trecut totul pe o singura nota de plata? Mr. Olsen: This gentleman is my guest. Domnul este invitatul meu. Waiter: That will be 300 lei altogether. Asta inseamna in total 300 lei. Mr. Olsen: We enjoyed our dinner very much. Ne-a facut placere sa cinam aici. Waiter: Thank you, sir. I hope you`ll come again. Multumim, domnule. Sper sa mai veniti.
La restaurant - At the restaurant A dialogue between a lady and the waiter in “Pasarea Paradisului Restaurant.” Un dialog intre o doamna si un ospatar in restaurantul “Pasarea Paradisului.” The lady: At what time is lunch served? La ce ora se serveste pranzul? The waiter: Lunch is served at one o`clock. Pranzul se serveste la ora unu. The lady: Oh.. just on time. Oh.. exact la timp am ajuns. The waiter: Yes, Madame, can I take your coat? Da, doamna, pot sa va iau haina? The lady: Yes, please. Da, va rog. I`m looking for a table near the window. Caut o masa langa fereastra. The waiter: Of course, Madame, follow me. Desigur, doamna, urmati-ma. What does the lady want to serve? Ce doreste doamna sa serveasca? The lady: Can I have a menu card first? Imi puteti aduce mai intai meniul? The waiter: Here you are. Poftiti. The lady: Thank you. Multumesc. The waiter: Have you decided, Madame? V-ati decis, doamna? The lady: Yes, Tomato soup for one. Da, o data supa de rosii. The waiter: And for the second plate? Si pentru felul doi? The lady: I would like a roast duck with cabbage. As dori o rata pe varza. The waiter: What do you wish for garnish? Ce garniture preferati? The lady: Nothing, just the steak. Nimic, doar friptura. The waiter: Ok. What do you want to order for desert? Ok. Ce doriti sa serviti la desert? The lady: Have you got apple-pie with custard? Aveti placinta de mere cu crema de vanilie? The waiter: Yes, Madame. Da, doamna. The lady: Ok. And a glass of mineral water. Ok. Si un pahar de apa minerala. The waiter: Sure, Madame. Desigur, doamana.
After a while. Dupa ceva timp. The lady: Waiter, the bill, please. Ospatar, nota, te rog. The waiter: Twenty euros in all. Douazeci de euro in total. The lady: Here you are, keep the change. Poftim, pastreaza restul. The waiter: Thank you, Madame, we hope you come back soon. Multumim, doamna, speram sa reveniti curand. The lady. Thank you, good bye! Multumesc, la revedere! The waiter: Good bye! La revedere! La hipermarket - In a hypermarket
A dialogue between a buyer and an area responsible in a hypermarket. Un dialog intre un comparator si un responsabil de raion intr-un hypermarket.
The buyer: Would you be so kind and tell me where is the pastry department? Fiti amabil, unde este raionul de patiserie? The area responsible: It is right after the corner. But what do you want to buy from there? Este exact dupa colt. Dar ce doriti sa cumparati de acolo? The buyer: I want to buy some pretzels. Doresc sa cumpar niste covrigei. The area responsible: I'm afraid that we ran out of pretzels. Ma tem ca nu mai avem covrigei. The buyer: Oh..too bad! Oh.. ce pacat! The area responsible: I'm sorry. Have a good day! Imi pare rau, o zi buna sa aveti! The buyer: Thank you, you, too. Multumesc, asemenea.
Calatorind cu o masina de ocazie - Ask for a ride
A man on the roadside, hitchhiking. Un barbat pe marginea drumului, asteptand pentru o masina de ocazie. A car stops. O masina opreste. The man: Good afternoon! Can you take me for a ride, please? Buna ziua! Ma puteti lua si pe mine cu masina, va rog? The driver: Good afternoon! Yes, but let me tell you that i'm going no far than Brasov. Buna ziua! Da, dar dati-mi voie sa va spun ca nu merg mai departe de Brasov. Where do you want to go? Dumneavoastra unde doriti sa mergeti? The man: That is good, I go to Brasov, too. Este in regula, in Brasov merg si eu. The driver: Ok, please come in the car then. Bine, intrati, va rog, in masina, atunci. You are lucky because few minutes ago my car was full, there was no room left in my car,
I was with some colleagues. Sunteti norocos fiindca acum cateva minute masina mea a fost plina, nu mai era niciun loc gol, eram cu niste colegi.
Let me ask you: even if this is a main road, aren't you afraid to hitchhike? Sa va intreb: chiar daca este un drum principal/ foarte circulat, nu va e frica sa stati sa asteptati o masina de ocazie? The man: Well.. it's a solution at the last resort. Pai.. este o solutie de ultima instanta. The driver: Please do not forget to put on your seatbelt. Va rog nu uitati sa va puneti centura de siguranta. After an hour. Dupa o ora. The driver: We arrived in Brasov, where shall I leave you? Am ajuns in Brasov, unde va las? The man: It would be too much to turn left at the first crossroads and then to drive
200 m on a one- way street and at the first house to stop? Ar fi prea mult daca v-as ruga sa o luati pe prima strada la stanga la prima intersectie, mergeti 200 m pe o strada cu sens unic si apoi la prima casa sa opriti? The driver: Honestly, I'm in a hurry. I can't. Sincer, ma grabesc. Nu pot. The man: No problem, thank you. Nicio problema, multumesc. The driver: Have a good day! Good bye! O zi buna! La revedere! The man: Thank you, you, too. Good bye! Multumesc, asemenea! La revedere!
Cum atentionam pe cineva - Warning
A dialogue between a child and his father while walking on the street. Un dialog intre copil si tatal sau in timp ce mergeau pe strada. The child: Daddy, I want to go in the park. Tati, as vrea sa merg in parc. The father: Ok, dear, but first let`s enter this shop and buy a book for your mum. Bine, dragul meu, dar mai intai hai sa intram in magazinul asta si sa cumparam o carte pentru mama ta. The child: Ok. Bine. The father: Son, take care! Do not try to cross the street again when the light is red! Fiule, ai grija! Nu mai incerca sa traversezi strada cand semaforul este pe culoarea rosie! The child: Oh.. I wasn't paying attention.. Oh.. nu eram atent. The father: Look out, son! The bicycle.. oh.. dear you scare me! Fii atent, fiule! Bicicleta.. off.. draga ma sperii! The child: I'm sorry daddy, that was close. Imi pare rau, tati, era cat pe ce sa… A dialogue between two colleagues. Un dialog intre doi colegi. George: Dan, what happened at the meeting, the boss got out very irritated? Dan, ce s-a intamplat la sedinta, seful a iesit foarte iritat de acolo? Dan: We've talked about the turnover for 2008 and I had a fight with him… he told me that I did not calculate it well. Am vorbit despre cifra de afaceri pe 2008 si m-am certat cu el… mi-a spus ca nu am calculate-o bine. George: You should take care how you talk to the boss, you can get fired. Ar trebui sa ai grija cum vorbesti cu seful, ai putea fi concediat. Dan: Thank you for the warning, but it's too late, I have just quit. Multumesc pentru atentionare, dar este prea tarziu, tocmai am demisionat. George: Oh.. I'm so sorry. Oh.. imi pare asa de rau. Dan: It's ok. Este in regula. Cum ne impacam cu cineva - Reconcile
A dialogue between two friends; one of them did something wrong and hurt the other. Un dialog intre doi prieteni; unul dintre ei a gresit si l-a ranit pe celalalt. Lary: Mike, I hope that you know that what I did I did it for you; I hope you aren't holding grudge against me anymore… Mike, sper ca esti constient ca ceea ce am facut am facut pentru tine; sper ca nu mai imi porti pica… Mike: Well, what you did was very inappropriate, I did not expected that from you. Pai, ceea ce ai facut a fost foarte nelalocul lui, nu ma asteptam la asta din partea ta. Lary: So.. you are telling me that you are still upset on me?? Asadar.. vrei sa spui ca esti inca suparat pe mine?? Mike: But you did sign a document on my behalf, Lary, do you think this is a little thing? Ai semnat un act in numele meu, Lary.. ti se pare putin? Lary: I'm sorry.. I really am.. Imi pare rau.. chiar imi pare.. Mike: Hmm… Hmm ... Lary: What can I do so that we can make it up? Ce pot sa fac sa ne impacam? Mike: You could go to the manager and say the truth..that all was Mirela's idea. Ai putea merge la director si sa ii spui adevarul.. ca a fost doar ideea Mirelei. Lary: I'm so sorry that you are so affected.. I will do that for the good of our friendship. Imi pare foarte rau ca esti asa de afectat.. voi face asta pentru binele prieteniei noastre. Mike: You do that! Asa sa faci! Lary: I promise that, but tell me that all your anger is gone.. I do apologize again, my friend. Iti promit, dar spune-mi ca nu mai esti manios.. te rog inca o data sa ma ierti, prietene. Mike: It's all right, it will pass. E in regula, imi va trece. Lary: Good. Talk to you later, now I have to go. Bine. Vorbim mai tarziu, trebuie sa plec acum. Mike: Ok. Bye! Bine. Pa!
Cum ne marturisim dragostea - Confess love A dialogue between a boy and a girl. Un dialog intre un baiat si o fata. David: Hello, Melissa! Buna, Melissa! Melissa: Hello, David! Buna, David! David: Melissa, I am so glad that I found you, I have to confess you something… Melissa, ma bucur mult ca te-am gasit, am sa iti marturisesc ceva… Melissa: Tell me, David, what is all about? Spune-mi, David, despre ce este vorba? David: I'm in love with you and I just want to ask you if you want to be my girlfriend? Sunt indragostit de tine si as vrea sa te intreb daca vrei sa fii prietena mea? Melissa: I'm flattered .. I like you, too David, I happily accept. Sunt flatata.. si eu te plac, David, accept bucuroasa. David: Oh… i'm so happy. Oh.. sunt asa de fericit! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Laura: Hy, Mike! Buna, Mike! Mike: Hy, Laura! Buna, Laura! Laura: Mike…do you have some minutes, I have to tell you something? Mike… ai cateva minute, trebuie sa iti spun ceva? Mike: Sure. Sigur. Laura: I fell for you and I would like to ask you if we could be lovers. M-am indragostit de tine si as vrea sa te intreb daca am putea fi iubiti. Mike: Oh.. Laura, you are a sweet girl..but I have a girlfriend. Oh.. Laura, esti o fata draguta.. dar am prietena. Laura: Oh.. i'm so sorry.. i'm so embarrassed. Oh.. imi pare tare rau.. ma simt jenata. Mike: Don't be. I'm sorry too. Nu trebuie sa fii. Si mie imi pare rau. Comentarii: to fall in love with somebody = to fall for somebody = A te indragosti de cineva puppy love = dragoste de/ intre adolescenti. Cum comandam fast food intr-un restaurant - Order food in a fast food restaurant
A dialogue between a client and a KFC employee. Un dialog intre un client si un angajat KFC. The seller: Good afternoon! What do you want to order? Buna ziua! Ce doriti sa comandati? The client: I would like a chicken wings meniu. As dori un meniu de aripi prajite. The seller: Would you like a small or a big share o fries? Doriti o portie mica sau mare de cartofi? The client: A big one. Una mare. And also a salad. Si o salata. The seller: I'm sorry we ran out of salad today. Imi pare rau, nu mai avem salata astazi. The client: Ok, then a cherry cake. Ok, atunci o placinta cu cirese. The seller: Sure. For here or to go? Sigur. Serviti aici sau la pachet? The client: For here. Pentru aici. The seller: All right. That will be 20 lei. Bine. Asta vine 20 lei. The client: Here you are. Poftiti banii. The seller: Enjoy your meal! Sa aveti pofta! The client: Thank you. Multumesc. The seller: Have a good day! Va dorim o zi buna! La vama - At the custom A dialogue between a tourist and a custom officer in Hungary.
Un dialog intre un turist si un ofiter vamal in Ungaria. The officer: Have your passport ready. Pregatiti-va pasaportul. The tourist: Here you have. Poftiti pasaportul. The officer: Where are you coming from? De unde veniti? The tourist: I come from Timisoara. Vin din Timisoara. The officer: What nationality are you? Nationalitatea dv.? The tourist: Romanian. Romana. The officer: Where are you going? Unde doriti sa mergeti? The tourist: I am going to Austria. Merg in Austria. The officer: How long do you plan to stay there? Cat veti sta acolo? The tourist: Just 10 days. Doar 10 zile. The officer: Is this all your luggage? Acestea sunt toate bagajele dumneavoastra? The tourist: I have also a trunk in the luggage van. Mai am un cufar la vagonul de bagaje. The officer: Do you have anything else to declare? Aveti altceva de declarat? The tourist: No, sir. Nu, domnule. The officer: Have you got any foreign currency about you? Aveti valuta asupra dumneavoastra? The tourist: Only a few euros.. Doar cativa euro.. The officer: What have you got in this suitcase? Ce aveti in acest geamantan? The tourist: Only articles of clothing. Doar articole de imbracaminte. The officer: Shall I open it? Sa il deschid? The tourist: Please. Va rog. The officer: It's ok. You can pass on. Este in regula. Puteti trece mai departe. Schimb valutar - Currency exchange
A dialogue between Mr. Hil and an employee. Un dialog intre Dl. Hil si un angajat. Mr. Hil: I have some money in foreign currency and I would like to exchange it into pounds. Am niste bani in valuta straina si as dori sa ii schimb in lire. The employee: Sure, sir. Sigur domnule. Mr. Hil: What is the day's exchange rate? Care este cursul de schimb de azi? The employee: The pound is 2 euros. Lira este 2 euro. Mr. Hil: I want to know if you charge commissions. As vrea sa stiu daca percepeti comisioane. The employee: No, Sir. Nu, domnule. Mr. Hil: Ok. I would like to change 30 euros. Ok. As vrea sa schimb 30 de euro. The employee: Here you have the money. Aici aveti banii. Mr. Hil: Please let me have notes of convenient amounts. Va rog dati-mi banknote de diferite valori. The employee: No problem. Nicio problema. Mr. Hil: You gave me a note that has its watermark gone. Mi-ati dat o bancnota care nu mai are insemnul de protectie. The employee: I regret that, sir. I'll give you a new one. Regret, domnule. Va dau una noua. Mr. Hil: Thank you. Good bye! Multumesc. La revedere! The employee: Good bye, sir! La revedere, domnule! Cum cautam pe cineva - Looking for someone
A dialogue between the manager of a company and some employees. Un dialog intre directorul unei companii si cativa angajati. The manager addressing to the secretary: Please call John and tell him that he has to do some calculations for January. Managerul adresandu-se secretarei: Te rog suna-l pe John si spune-i ca trebuie sa faca niste calcule pentru luna ianuarie. The secretary: He isn't in the office. Secretara: Nu e in birou. The manager addressing to an employee: Have you seen John? I urgently need to talk to him. Managerul adresandu-se unui angajat: L-ai vazut pe John? Trebuie sa vorbesc urgent cu el. The employee: No I haven't, but wait just a second… Nu, nu l-am vazut, dar asteapta o secunda ... The employee addressing to the guard man: If you see John, can you tell him to go to the boss' office as soon as possible? Angajatul adresandu-se omului de la paza: Daca il vezi pe John, poti sa ii spui sa mearga in biroul sefului cat mai repede? The guard man: Of course. Omul de la paza: Desigur. The manager: So.. please tell John, if you happen to see him, that i really have to see him. Asadar.. spune-I lui John, daca se intampla s ail intalnesti, ca trebuie sa ii vorbesc neparat. The employee: Oh.. I forgot.. he won't be here till Friday, he is on vacation. Oh.. am uitat, nu va fi aici pana vineri, e in concediu. The manager: All right then, you'll do his job. In regula, atunci, o sa faci tu ceea ce trebuia sa faca el. The employee: Ok, Sir. Bine, domnule. Cum inapoiem un obiect cumparat - Return merchandise
A dialogue between a seller and a client. Un dialog intre un vanzator si un client. The seller: Good afternoon! Can I help you? Buna ziua! Cu ce va pot ajuta? The client: Good afternoon! Yes.. yesterday I bought a TV from here and now programs commuter is broken. Buna ziua! Da.. ieri am cumparat un TV de aici si acum nu mai functioneaza comutatorul de programe. The seller: And…? Si…? The client: And I would like to return it. Si as vrea sa il returnez. The seller: Sir, i'm afraid that that isn't possible. We do not accept merchandise back. Domnule, ma tem ca nu se poate. Marfa vanduta nu o mai acceptam inapoi. The client: Can I exchange the TV with something else? Pot schimba TV-ul cu altceva? The seller: Yes, that is possible, and if the new product is more expensive you have to pay the difference. Da, acest lucru este posibil, iar daca produsul nou este mai scump trebuie sa platiti diferenta. The client: I agree. Let me take a tour of the shop and see what I can choose. De accord. Lasati-ma sa fac un tur al magazinului sa vad ce pot sa aleg. The seller: Sure, Sir, please do so. Desigur, domnule, va rog. The client: Thank you. Multumesc. The seller: Not at all. Pentru putin. Comanda o pizza - Order a pizza
In a place where they sell pizza. Intr-o pizzerie. Waiter: Good afternoon, madam! Buna ziua, doamna! Madam: Good afternoon! Buna ziua! Waiter: What do you want to order? Ce doriti sa comandati? Madam: I want to order a pizza, but I can't decide what kind of pizza. Doresc o pizza, dar nu ma pot decide ce fel de pizza doresc. Waiter: If you wish, I can make some suggestions. Daca doriti, va pot da cateva sugestii. Madam: Oh, yes, please.. i'm listening. Oh, da, chiar va rog.. va ascult. Waiter: We have Capriciosa that contains all the ingredients: mushrooms, tomatoes, salami, ketchup, cheese, onion, ham, eggs; and another recommendation would be Pizza Hawaii that has all the above mentioned ingredients plus pineapple, an exotic ingredient that tastes delicious. Va recomand Capriciosa care contine toate ingredientele: ciuperci, rosii, salam, ketchup, branza, ceapa, sunca, oua; o alta recomandare ar fi Pizza Hawaii care contine tot ce am enumerat mai inainte plus ananas, un ingredient exotic ce are un gust delicios. Madam: Well… I would like a Capriciosa. Pai… as vrea o Capriciosa. Waiter: Ok, madam. Ok, doamna. Madam: Thank you. Multumesc. After a few minutes. Dupa cateva minute. Waiter: Madam, did you enjoy your pizza? Doamna, v-a placut pizza? Madam: It was more than delicious. A fost mai mult decat delicioasa. Waiter: I'm glad to hear that. Ma bucur sa aud asta. Madam: I would also like to ask you something: if I want to have a pizza at home what should I do? As dori sa va mai intreb ceva daca vreau sa command o pizza acasa, ce trebuie sa fac? Waiter: Well. here you have our number, you call here and say what pizza do you want and the delivery address. That's it. Ei bine… aici aveti numarul nostrum de telefon, sunati aici si spuneti ce pizza doriti si adresa de livrare. Atat. Madam: You're so kind. Thank you. Sunteti tare amabil. Multumesc. Waiter: We'll wait you to come again. Va mai asteptam. Madam: Good bye! La revedere! Waiter: Good bye, madam! La revedere, doamna!
Este liber acest loc sau nu? - Ask for the seat A discussion between a lady and a gentleman in a train.
Un dialog intre o doamna si un gentleman intr-un tren.
Tha lady: Good afternoon!
Buna ziua!
The gentleman: Good afternoon!
Buna ziua!
The lady: What a crowded train!
Ce aglomeratie este in tren!
The gentleman: Yes.
Da.
The lady: Excuse me, does anyone sit there?
Scuzati-ma, sta cineva pe locul acela?
Excuse me, is that seat taken?
Scuzati-ma, locul acela este ocupat?
The gentleman: No, please … My friend was sitting there but he got off the train at the last station.
Nu, va rog…Prietenul meu statea acolo, dar a coborat la ultima statie.
The lady: Thank you.
Multumesc.
The gentleman: Not at all.
Nu aveti pentru ce.
Cum imprumutam bani - Borrow money A dialogue between two office colleagues. Un dialog intre doi colegi de birou. Frank: Good morning, Dan! Buna dimineata, Dan! Dan: Good morning, Frank! Buna dimineata, Frank! Frank: What a terrible weather outside! Ce vreme urata e afara! Dan: Indeed! Intr-adevar! Frank: Dan,… it's hard for me to say this, but can you lend me some money, I`m broke? Dan,… imi vine greu sa iti spun asta, dar ai putea sa imi imprumuti ceva bani, sunt falit? Dan,… ,… it's hard for me to say this, but can I borrow some money from you, I'm broke? Dan,… imi vine greu sa iti spun asta, dar as putea sa imprumut ceva bani de la tine, sunt falit? Dan: Frank, of course… how much money do you need? Frank, desigur… de cati bani ai nevoie? Frank: Well.. let`s say 100 euro. Pai in jur de 100 euro. Dan: And for what period of time? Si pentru ce perioada de timp? Frank: For one month if you can. Pentru o luna de zile, daca poti. Dan: Sure, tomorrow i`ll bring you the money. Sigur, maine o sa iti aduc banii. Frank: Thanks, Dan, thanks a lot, my friend. Multumesc, Dan, multumesc mult, prietene. Dan: No problem, see you at the coffee break. Nicio problema, ne vedem in pauza de cafea. Frank: Ok. See you! Ok. Pe curand!
Observatie ! A se vedea diferenta intre: To lend money TO somebody = A imprumuta bani cuiva To borrow money FROM somebody = A imprumuta bani de la cineva Cum pariem - Gambling Two friends meet at a horse racing. Doi prieteni se intalnesc la o cursa de cai. Dan: Lary, do you think Snoop will win this time? Lary, crezi ca Snoop va castiga de data asta? Lary: Not a chance, Dan.. He is not so good. Nicio sansa, Dan.. Nu este asa de bun. Dan: Wanna bet? Vrei sa pariem? Lary: You know I do not gamble. Stii bine ca nu fac pariuri. Dan: Just this time, please. Doar de data asta, te rog. Lary: All right. I'll go for it. Bine. Intru in joc. Dan: Good. Bine. Lary: But let me ask you: What do you think about Blacky? Dar sa te intreb: ce parere ai despre Blacky? Dan: He could win, yes. Ar putea castiga, da. Lary: Let's call John and convince him to bet. Hai sa-l sunam pe John sis a il convingem sa parieze si el. Dan: You won't succeed, he is one of a kind, he won't agree. Nu vei avea succes, el este mai altfel, nu va fi de acord. Lary: Ok. Let's watch the race then. Ok. Hai sa urmarim cursa atunci. Dan: Right. Good luck! Bine. Bafta! Lary: You, too. Si tu.
La biblioteca - In a library
A dialogue between a pupil and a librarian.
Un dialog intre un elev si un bibliotecar.
The pupil: Good afternoon!
Buna ziua!
The librarian: Good afternoon! May I help you?
Buna ziua! Cu ce te pot ajuta?
The pupil: Would you be so kind and help me, i'm looking for a book of Dickens?
Sunteti amabil sa ma ajutati, caut o carte a lui Dickens?
The librarian: Of course, but you have to tell me its title.
Desigur, dar trebuie sa imi spui titlul cartii.
The pupil: “Great Expectations”.
“Marile Sperante”.
The librarian: Ok. Listen.. you have to go straight and turn left after the first bookstand and you'll find the book right there, on the first shelf looking from up to down.
Ok. Asculta… trebuie sa mergi inainte sis a o iei la stanga dupa primul stand de carti si vei gasi cartea exact acolo, pe primul raft cum te uiti de sus in jos.
The pupil: All right. And one more question: where can I find a encyclopedia? Bine. Inca o intrebare: unde pot sa gases o enciclopedie? The librarian: All kinds of encyclopedias are stored in another department. Toate tipurile de encilopedii sunt depuse in alt department. The pupil: Can you tell me exactly where? Puteti sa imi spuneti unde anume? The librarian: That department is called the “The Sciences Department” and it is at the first floor; you take the elevator and after you exit the elevator you turn right and enter at room 10, and there you ask for more information the man that is there. Departamentul se numeste “Departamentul de Stiinte” si se afla la etajul intai; iei liftul si cum iesi din lift iei la dreapta si intri la camera 10, iar acolo intrebi mai multe informatii pe cel responsabil de acolo. The pupil: Thank you very much. Good bye! Multumesc foarte mult. La revedere! The librarian: You're welcome. Good bye! Cu placere. La revedere!
Cum probam o haina - Try on garmet A dialogue between a seller and a buyer. Un dialog intre un vanzator si un cumparator. The seller: Good afternoon! May I help you? Buna ziua! Cu ce va pot fi de folos? The buyer: Good afternoon! Yes, please, I would like to try on this blouse. Buna ziua! Da, va rog, as dori sa probez aceasta bluza. The seller: Sure, Sir. Follow me towards the fitting room, is right around the corner. Desigur, domnule. Urmati-ma catre camera de proba, este imediat dupa colt. The buyer: Tell me one more thing, can I bring a shirt to try as well? Inca ceva, pot sa aduc inca o camasa sa probez? The seller: Of course, Sir. But no more than two pieces of clothes at a time. Desigur, domnule, dar nu mai mult de doua piese de haine o data. The buyer: Ok. Bine. After several minutes. Dupa cateva minute. The seller: How are the clothes? Cum sunt hainele? The buyer: Unfortunately, the blouse does not fit me. Din pacate, bluza nu imi e buna. Do you have a smaller size blouse? Aveti o marime mai mica la bluza? The seller: Yes, i'll bring you one; but the shirt? Da, o sa va aduc una; dar camasa, cum e? The buyer: The shirt suits me perfectly. Camasa imi vine perfect. The seller: I'm glad, Sir. Ma bucur, domnule. The seller: Here you have a smaller blouse, but other color. Aici aveti o bluza mai mica, dar alta culoare. The buyer: Oh.. no, I don't like it. Oh.. nu, nu imi place. I'll buy only the shirt. O sa cumpar doar camasa. The seller: As you wish, sir. Cum doriti, domnule.
Cum incercam haine - Trying clothes A dialogue between an employee of a shop and a gentleman. Un dialog intre un angajat al unui magazin si un domn. The employee: May I help you, sir? Pot sa va fiu de folos, domnule? The gentleman: Yes, please, I am looking for a jacket with long lapels. Da, va rog, caut o haina cu revere lungi. The employee: This kind of clothes are just around the corner, follow me. Acest tip de haine le gasiti imediat dupa colt, urmati-ma. The gentleman: Thank you. Multumesc. The employee: But you aren’t allowed to enter in the fitting room with more than one piece of clothing. Dar nu aveti voie sa intrati in cabina de proba cu mai mult de un articol de imbracaminte. The gentleman: All right. Bine. The employee: Should I look for something else for you, sir? Sa caut si altceva pentru dumneavoastra, domnule? The gentleman: Yes, I also want to buy a shirt. As dori sa cumpar si o camasa. The employee: What color? Ce culoare? The gentleman: A bright color, something greenish.. O culoare deschisa, ceva verzui.. The employee: What size are you? Ce marime aveti? The gentleman: I take size 42. Port marimea 42. The employee: Is this one good? Este buna aceasta? The gentleman: No, is too tight. Nu, este prea stramta. The employee: Ok, i'll bring you another one but another color, a yellow one. Ok, o sa va aduc alta dar alta culoare, una galbena. The gentleman: Is all right. Este in regula. The employee: How are the clothes, sir? Cum sunt hainele, domnule? The gentleman: I'm still trying on, but… they fit me. Inca probez, dar.. vad ca imi sunt bune. The employee: I'm glad, sir. Ma bucur, domnule. The gentleman: I'll buy both. Cumpar ambele articole. The employee: That will be 50 euros. Va costa 50 de euro. The gentleman: Thank you. Multumesc. The employee: We thank you, sir. Noi va multumim, domnule.
Comentarii: Cand dorim sa spunem o culoare deschisa folosim cuvantul “bright”: a bright color sau il punem langa culoare: a bright red = un rosu deschis; Cand dorim sa vorbim despre nuanta, cum ar fi in romaneste verzui, rosiatic, albastrui etc., folosim terminatia “-ish”: greenish, redish, bluish.
Cheama/ Ia taxiul - Take a taxi - Cum se cheama taxiul in limba engleza A dialogue between a taxi driver and a client. Un dialog intre un sofer de taxi si un client. The client exits a restaurant and waves for a taxi. Clientul iese din restaurant si cheama cu mana un taxi. The taxi driver: Good evening, Sir! Buna seara, domnule! The client: Good evening! Buna seara! The taxi driver: Where would you like to go? Unde ati dori sa mergeti? The client: Can you take me to Hotel Central? Ma puteti duce la Hotel Central? The taxi driver: Yes, Sir. Da, domnule. The taxi driver: Good morning, Madame! Where do you want me to take you? Buna dimineata, doamna! Unde doriti sa mergeti? The client: I would like you to drive me to BRD headquarters. As dori sa ma duceti la sediul BRD. The taxi driver: I'm sorry, Madame, but is at 15 meters distance, it's too close. Imi pare rau, doamna, dar este la 15 metri distanta, este prea aproape. The client: All right then. Thank you. Bine. Multumesc.
Consolarea - Consolation A dialogue between two friends, Clara and Paula. Un dialog intre doi prieteni, Clara si Paula. Clara: Paula, i'm so glad that you came so quickly after I had called you. Paula, ma bucur tare mult ca ai venit asa devreme, imediat dupa ce te-am sunat. Paula: Clara, tell me.. what's wrong? Clara, spune-mi.. ce s-a intamplat? Clara: My dear friend, a month ago I received a beautiful present.. a cat. Draga mea prietena, acum o luna am primit un cadou minunat.. o pisica. Paula: Yes, I know, you were so happy.. Da, stiu, erai asa de fericita.. Clara: Well.. my cat got sick… and I am so scared. Ei bine, pisica mea s-a imbolnavit.. si sunt asa de speriata. Paula: Oh.. i'm so sorry.. we have to take her to the doctor.. I am with my car.. but don't worry.. i'm sure that is something minor. Oh.. imi pare tare rau.. trebuie sa o ducem la doctor. Eu sunt cu masina.. dar nu iti face griji.. sunt sigura ca nu e nimic grav. Clara: No, dear, my cat is already at the doctor, my father took her. Nu, draga, pisica este deja la doctor, tatal meu a dus-o. Paula: Then we have to wait news from him, he'll call you. Atunci, trebuie sa asteptam vesti de la el, te va suna. The phone is ringing and after a few seconds of conversation Clara starts to smile. Telefonul suna, iar dupa cateva secunde de conversatie Clara incepe sa zambeasca. Paula: Well.. tell me.. you are smiling.. what is it? Ei bine.. spune-mi.. zambesti.. ce e? Clara: My father called me and told me that my cat is all right, it was just an indigestion. M-a sunat tata si mi-a spus ca pisica este bine, a fost doar o indigestie. Paula: Haven't I told you?! It's not the end of the world, everything is all right. Nu ti-am spus?! Nu este capatul lumii, totul este in regula. Oh.. i'm so glad! Oh.. ma bucura tare mult! Clara: Me, too. Si eu. Paula: Let's go and have an orange juice. Hai sa mergem sa bem un suc de portocale. Clara: Good idea! Buna idee! Observatie: Cuvantul “her” s-a folosit in locul pronumelui IT (care, dupa cum bine stim, se foloseste cand vine vorba de a inlocui lucruri, animale), pentru a scoate in evidenta apropierea sufleteasca a vorbitorului fata de animalul sau de casa. In acest caz, este permisa folosirea pronumelui personal “her”, in loc de “it”.
Cum invitam prietenii la o petrecere - Invite friends to a party A dialogue between Brenda and her friend about a birthday party. Un dialog intre Brenda si prietena ei despre o petrecere onomastica. Brenda: Hy, how are you my friend, i'm so glad that you came at me. Buna, ce mai faci, draga, ma bucur ca ai venit la mine. Tina (her friend): Hy, Brenda, i'm fine, i'm glad to see you, too. Buna, Brenda, sunt bine, si eu ma bucur sa te vad. Brenda: I want to talk to you about something. Vreau sa vorbesc ceva cu tine. Tina: Sure, what is it? Sigur, despre ce este vorba? Brenda: You know that in a week from now is my birthday.. Stii ca intr-o saptamana de acum incolo este ziua mea de nastere.. Tina: How could I forget that?! Cum as putea sa uit asa ceva? Brenda: And I would like to invite you to my birthday party. Si as vrea sa te invit la petrecerea mea aniversara. Tina: Oh.. my dear friend.. i'm so sorry, I will be in Bucharest in that period. Oh.. draga mea prietena.. imi pare tare rau, o sa fiu in Bucuresti in perioada aceea. Brenda: Oh… you are telling me that you aren't going to join my party, you are my best friend and that is an important day for me?? Oh… vrei sa imi spui ca nu vei veni la petrecere, esti prietena mea cea mai buna, iar ziua aceea este cea mai importanta pentru mine?? Tina (laughing): Oh, Brenda, how could you believe that? Oh, Brenda, cum ai putut sa crezi asa ceva? Brenda: Don't you do that again! Sa nu mai faci asa ceva! Tina: Ok.. be sure that i'll be there, I wouldn`t miss that for nothing in the world. Ok.. sa fii sigura ca voi fi acolo, nu as putea lipsi pentru nimic in lume. Brenda: You do that! Asa sa si faci! Tina: Ok. See you soon! Ok. Ne vedem in curand! Brenda: Right. Bye! Bine. Pa!
Cum rogi pe cineva sa iti faca o fotografie - Ask people to take pictures for you A woman walking in the park with a photo camera in her hand.
O femeie plimbandu-se prin parc cu un aparat de facut fotografii in mana.
The woman to a man walking on the alley:
Femeia catre un barbat care se plimba pe alee:
The woman: Sir, can you do me a favor?
Domnule, puteti sa imi faceti o favoare?
The man: Sure, what is it?
Sigur, despre ce este vorba?
The woman: I would like to ask you to take me a photo.
As dori sa imi faceti o fotografie.
The man: Well…. I'm a little bit clumsy when it comes to technology.
Pai… sunt un pic cam stangaci cand vine vorba de tehnologie.
The woman: No problem, I will tell you every step.
Nicio problema, o sa va explic fiecare pas.
The man: All right.
In regula.
The woman: You look through this little window and push the red button.
Va uitati prin gemuletul asta si apasati butonul rosu.
The man: Ok, let me see…
Ok, sa vad…
The woman: I will tell tell you when i'm ready.
Va spun eu cand sunt gata.
The man: Ok.
Bine.
The woman: I'm ready.
Sunt pregatita.
The man: One, two, three…. Say cheese…
Unu, doi, trei… Zambiti…
The woman: Thank you very much.
Va multumesc foarte mult.
The man: You're welcome.
Cu placere.
After several minutes. The same woman to another woman.
Dupa cateva minute. Aceeasi femeie catre alta femeie.
The woman: Good afternoon! Would you be so kind to take me a photo?
Buna ziua! Sunteti amabila sa imi faceti o fotografie?
The 2nd woman: Good afternoon! With pleasure, but i'm in a hurry! I'm sorry!
Buna ziua! Cu placere, doar ca ma grabesc! Imi pare rau!
The woman: Ok, no problem, have a good day!
Nicio problema, o zi buna!
Cum amintim cuiva ceva - Reminding A dialogue between a husband (Mike) and a wife (Gina). Un dialog intre un sot (Mike) si o sotie (Gina). Gina: Darling, tomorrow before you go to office, please, do not forget to pay the gas bill. Dragule, inainte sa mergi la birou, te rog, sa nu uiti sa platesti factura de gaz. Mike: Of course, dear. But we have time one more week. Desigur, draga. Dar mai avem timp o saptamana. Gina: Ok. You are right. Ok. Ai dreptate. Oh.. thanks God that I remembered, you also have to take John to gym. Oh.. multumesc lui Dumnezeu ca mi-am amintit, trebuie s ail duci sip e John la gimnastica. Mike: Oh… good that you reminded me. Oh... bine ca mi-ai amintit. The phone is ringing. Telefonul suna. Gina: Hello!? Alo!? The voice: Hello, Gina! I'm Frank, I just called to remind Mike that tomorrow we have tennis from 18:00 to 19:00 p.m. Please do remind him that. Thank you. Vocea: Buna, Gina! Sunt Frank, am sunat doar ca sa ii aduc aminte lui Mike ca maine avem tenis de la 18:00 la 19:00 p.m. Te rog aminteste-i asta. Multumesc. Gina: Sure, Frank! Bye! Sigur, Frank! Pa! The voice: Bye! Pa!
Urari de bine - Well wishes A dialogue between Tom and his cousin. Un dialog intre Tom si verisorul sau. Tom: Hy! I heard from your mother that you have a difficult exam tomorrow. Buna! Am auzit de la mama ta ca maine ai un examen dificil. His cousin: Yes, and I have two more chapters to learn. Da, si mai am doua capitole de invatat. Tom: Come on, I have no doubt that you will do very well. Haide acum, nu am nici cea mai mica indoiala ca o sa fie foarte bine. His cousin: Well.. I must say that I am quite worried about this exam because we have a very exigent teacher. Pai.. trebuie sa iti marturisesc ca sunt destul de ingrijorat fiindca avem o profesoara foarte exigenta. Tom: If you have studied the exam material with attention, you won`t have any problem. Daca ai studiat cu atentie materialul pentru examen, nu vei intampina nicio problema. His cousin: I hope it will be all right. Sper ca totul sa fie bine. Tom: I'll keep my fingers crossed for you. O sa iti tin pumnii. His cousin: Thank you. Multumesc. Tom: Call me tomorrow to tell me the result. Suna-ma maine sa imi spui rezultatul. His cousin: Of course. Desigur. Tom: Have to go, I wish you luck! Trebuie sa plec, iti urez noroc! His cousin: Thanks, Tom. Mersi, Tom. Tom: Bye! Pa! His cousin: Bye! Pa! Expresii de utilizat: I have no doubt that.. = nu am nicio indoiala ca./ I`ll keep my fingers crossed for you = O sa iti tin pumnii./I wish you luck!/ Good luck! = iti urez noroc!/ noroc!/ bafta!
Daca vei citi aceste randuri inseamna ca deja stii ce inseamna….Thank’s for reading this .
Your sincerely, Marius Vasile
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Engleza Esenţială 101 foi de lucru pentru orele de pregatire de limba engleză
101 worksheets for English lessons
featuring Essential English worksheets
101 foi de lucru pentru orele de pregatire de limba engleză
Incluzând şi foi de lucru din
Engleza Esenţială
Marius Vasile
Entry Level
Nivel Începători
2011
Introduction
Hello there . . . !
. . . and welcome to English grammar book.
It's jam-packed from cover to cover with a great selection of photocopiable worksheets . We wanted to provide teachers with a really useful book of no-nonsense grammar worksheets that they can dip into and use in class with students at Entry Level (ESOL Core Curriculum Entry Levels 1 & 2). It is also ideal for students to work with at home since the answers are all printed at the back.
The book is divided into four parts and is graded in difficulty, so that it begins with some basic stuff and builds up to more challenging grammar activities. It features a selection of Essential English worksheets which provide practice for crucial basic areas of knowledge for learners at Entry Level, like using numbers, writing the alphabet, spelling days and months correctly, and so on.
We hope that you find this book a big help and full of material that you can use with your learners. A big thank-you must go to all the students who have already been trialling these worksheets in class. Their feedback has been invaluable to the development of this book. We'd also love to know what you think! Send your comments, feedback, and questions about this book or English in general to: www.marius vasile.com.
Wishing you every success,
Marius Vasile
be' (Present Simple Tense) 1 be' (Present Simple Tense) 2 be' (Present Simple Tense) 3 do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 1 do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 2 do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 3 have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 1 have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 2 have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 3
1. The English Alphabet
2. Writing the Alphabet 1
3. Writing the Alphabet 2
4. Personal Details - Completing Forms
5. Basic English Written Test
6. Essential Spellings
7. Vocabulary Test (blank copy)
8. Just Vowels - Days, Months and Seasons 1
9. Just Vowels - Days, Months and Seasons 2
10. Days of the Week
11. Months of the Year
12. Understanding Dates 1
13. Understanding Dates 2
14. Common Irregular Verbs - Present Simple Tense
15. Common Irregular Verbs - Past Simple Tense
16. Common Irregular Verbs - Present Continuous Tense
17. Using Capital Letters 1
18. Using Capital Letters 2
19. Basic Sentence Punctuation 1
20. Basic Sentence Punctuation 2
21. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
22. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
23. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
24. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
25. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
26. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
27. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
28. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
29. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
30. Elementary Homophones 1
31. Elementary Homophones 2
Part Two
32. Using Numbers 1
33. Using Numbers 2
34. Using Numbers 3
35. Using Numbers 4
36. Using Numbers 5
37. Working Out Prices 1
38. Working Out Prices 2
39. Ordinals 1 - Months of the Year
40. Ordinals 2 - The Alphabet
41. Opposite Adjectives 1
42. Opposite Adjectives 2
43. Comparatives and Superlatives 1
44. Comparatives and Superlatives 2
45. Comparatives and Superlatives 3
46. Comparatives and Superlatives 4
47. Using Indefinite Articles 1
48. Using Indefinite Articles 2
49. Countable and Uncountable Nouns 1
50. Countable and Uncountable Nouns 2
51. List of Common Uncountable Nouns
Part Three
52. Using "There are..." & "There is..."
53. Using Personal Pronouns 1
54. Using Personal Pronouns 2
55. Using Personal Pronouns 3
56. Using Personal Pronouns 4
57. Using Personal Pronouns 5
58. Using Personal Pronouns 6
59. Adverbs of Frequency 1
60. Adverbs of Frequency 2
61. Adverbs of Frequency 3
62. First Conditional 1
63. First Conditional 2
64. 'Wh - ' Questions 1
65. 'Wh - ' Questions 2
66. Compound Nouns 1
67. Compound Nouns 2
68. Compound Nouns 3
69. Daily Routines
70. Complete the Sentences 1
71. Complete the Sentences 2
72. Complete the Sentences 3
73. Complete the Sentences 4
74. Complete the Sentences 5
75. Complete the Sentences 6
76. Sentence Building 1
77. Sentence Building 2
78. The Plays of William Shakespeare
Part Four
79. Full Stops 1
80. Full Stops 2
81. Using Capital Letters 3
82. Using Capital Letters 4
83. Talking about the Past 1
84. Talking about the Past 2
85. Past Events - The Life of Captain James Cook
86. Second Conditional 1
87. Second Conditional 2
88. Third Conditional 1
89. Third Conditional 2
90. Zero Conditional 1
91. Zero Conditional 2
92. Writing Comparisons 1
93. Writing Comparisons 2
94. Homophones 1
95. Homophones 2
96. List of Common Homophones
97. Being Polite
98. Good Advice 1
99. Good Advice 2
100. Good Advice 3
101. Write Your Own Flashcards
102. Answers to worksheets and notes for use
part one
Essential English
The English Alphabet
There are 26 letters in the English alphabet. There are 5 vowels: A, E, I, O and U. The rest of the letters are consonants.
Practise reading the letters out loud:
Capital letters (upper case letters):
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Small letters (lower case letters):
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z
Essential English
Writing the Alphabet 1
Copy each letter of the alphabet into the box below: Lower case (or small) letters:
a b c d e f 9 h •
i •
j k l m
n o P r s t u v w x y z
Upper case (or capital) letters:
A B C D E F H I J K L M
N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Essential English
Writing the Alphabet 2
A a B b C c D d E e F f G g
H h I i J j K k L l M m N n
O o P p Q q R r S s T t
U u V v W w X x Y y Z z
Essential English
Personal Details - Completing Forms
Practise writing your personal details with this form:
Please use capital letters
Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms:
First Name:
Surname:
Address:
Post Code:
Telephone Number:
Mobile Number:
Email Address:
Age:
Date of Birth: / /
Nationality:
Occupation:
Marital Status:
Number of Children:
Essential English
Basic English Written Test
Name: Date:
Days of the week:
Months of the year:
Numbers 1-30:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.
Essential English
Essential Spellings
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September,
October, November, December
spring, summer, autumn, winter
0 zero 18 eighteen
% quarter 19 nineteen
% half 20 twenty
% three quarters 21 twenty one
1 one 10 ten
2 two 20 twenty
3 three 30 thirty
4 four 40 forty
5 five 50 fifty
6 six 60 sixty
7 seven 70 seventy
8 eight 80 eighty
9 nine 90 ninety
10 ten 100 one hundred
11 eleven 101 one hundred and one
12 twelve 1,000 one thousand
13 thirteen 1,001 one thousand and one
14 fourteen 10,000 ten thousand
15 fifteen 100,000 one hundred thousand
16 sixteen 1,000,000 one million
17 seventeen 1,000,000,000 one billion
Essential English
Vocabulary Test -
Write starting with each letter of the alphabet.
For example: .
A
N
B
C
P
D
Q
E
R
F
S
G
T
H
U
V
J
W
K
X
L
Y
M
Z
Essential English
Just Vowels - Days, Months and Seasons 1
Fill in the gaps to spell the names of days, months and seasons:
1. _ _ i _ a _
2. O _ _ o _ e _
3. _ _ u a _
4. A _ _ i _
5. _ e u a
6. _ o _ _ a _
7. _ a _ u a _
8. a u _ u
9. _ a _ u a
10. _ o _ e e _
11. _ a
12. _ u _ e
Essential English
Just Vowels - Days, Months and Seasons 2
Fill in the gaps to spell the names of days, months and seasons:
1. _ u a _
2. i _ _
3. _ e e a _
4. _ e _ e e _
5. _ u e _
6. _ u _ _
7. _ i _ _ e _
8. _ a _
9. _ e e e _
10. A u _ u _ _
11. _ u e _ _ a _
Essential English
Days of the Week
Tick below to show the correct spellings:
1.
a) Sunday
b) Sanday
c) sunday d)snday
5.
a) Thursday
b) Tuesday
c) Thorsday
d) thurday
2.
a) Manday
b) monday
c) Monday
d) Munday
6.
a) friday
b) Friday
c) Frieday
d) feriday
3.
a) Tusday
b) tuesday
c) Teusday
d) Tuesday
7.
a) Soturday
b) Saturda
c) saterday
d) Saturday
4.
a) Wensday
b) Wednesday
c) Wenesday
d) wednesday
Essential English
Months of the Year
Tick below to show the correct spellings:
1.
5.
9.
a) Janary
b) January
c) january
d) jaNuary
a) may
b) Maye
c) My
d) May
a) septembre
b) September
c) Septemper
d) Setember
2.
6.
10.
a) February
b) Febuary
c) Feburary
d) february
a) Jun
b) June
c) jun
d) june
a) october
b) Octobar
c) August
d) October
3.
7.
11.
a) march
b) Marsh
c) March
d) Marche
a) Julie
b) Juli
c) July
d) july
a) Novemer
b) November
c) novembrer
d) Novembre
4. 8. 12.
a) April a) August a) decembar
b) april b) Augst b) Decembar
c) Appril c) Argust c) Desember
d) Aprl d) august d) December
Understanding Dates 1
Write the full version of the following dates: Example:
10/08/92 10th August 1992
1. 01/01/97
2. 5 Jun 78
3. 10.07.02
4. 14/08/73
5. 22 Nov 01
6. 31/12/86
7. 3 Feb 90
8. 17.01.00
9. 27/03/95
10. 20 Apr 79
11. 30 Oct '01
12. 9 Jun '97
13. 13/09/02
14. 2 Nov 83
15. 01.01.80
Essential English
Understanding Dates 2
Write the full version of the following dates: Example:
03/06/88 3rd June 1988
1. 2 Jan 99
2. Feb 1 '03
3. Sept 16 '97
4. 02.03.65
5. 1 Mar '94
6. Aug 04 '01
7. 10.02.96
8. 15.12.70
9. 29 Oct '02
10. 2. 2. 96
11. 14.5.02
12. May 1 '01
13. 12/11/98
14. Jan 15 '84
15. 4.8.02
Test Your Grammar Skills
Common Irregulär Verbs
Complete the verb tables using present simple tense:
to be: to go:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
to do: to have:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
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Common Irregulär Verbs
Complete the verb tables using past simple tense:
to be: to go:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
to do: to have:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
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Common Irregulär Verbs
Complete the verb tables using present continuous tense:
to be: to go:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
to do: to have:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
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Using Capital Letters 1
Tick the words that should start with a capital letter, then write them out correctly:
nice trousers
john quickly
school january
get come
england sarah
pizza student
pizza hut king edward high school
single atlantic ocean
coconut fridge
chair butter
monday december
new york french
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Using Capital Letters 2
Tick the words that should start with a capital letter, then write them out correctly:
dress like
hospital
claire
spain
tomato ketchup five
washing machine mount everest cupboard
good
easily
august
steven
went
doctor
doctor i p jones orange burger king wait
indian
manchester general hospital
paris
wednesday
Basic Sentence Punctuation 1
Write the sentences and add capital letters, full stops and question marks:
1. my sister's name is jackie
2. friday is my favourite day of the week
3. i like watching eastenders on bbc 1
4. charles dickens was a famous writer he was born in portsmouth
5. lisa and chantal are going on holiday to portugal in may
6. did you go to school today
7. my new address is 248 normanton road in nottingham
8. when are you going to the hospital
9. my doctor is getting a new receptionist she's called louise robson
10. ben and i are going to look round leicester grammar school on wednesday
Basic Sentence Punctuation 2
Write the sentences and add capital letters, full stops and question marks:
1. how do I get to the library from here
2. the coach for london leaves in about half an hour
3. my birthday is in september i usually go out for a drink with my friends
4. what do you want for dinner tonight
5. birmingham is the second largest city in the uk
6. i'll have a coke please and two packets of walkers crisps
7. if you need to see a consultant go to the derbyshire royal infirmary
8. mary poppins is my mum's favourite film she likes julie andrews
9. i drive a red fiat punto and my uncle drives a green bmw
10. i joined morton park golf club last week it was very expensive
Question Forms Using Verb 'to be' (Present Simple Tense) 1
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to be' in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. what brother's is name your
2. is what address your
3. favourite is your food what
4. is your what name
5. date the what today is
6. much how that shirt is
7. are how you
8. your what is surname
9. your postcode what is
10. your when birthday is
Question Forms Using Verb 'to be' (Present Simple Tense) 2
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to be' in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. are toilets where the
2. you where from are
3. phone is what your number
4. the answer what is
5. your what nationality is
6. is it old how
7. your best who is friend
8. one which it is
9. my shirt where is
10. old how you are
Question Forms Using Verb 'to be' (Present Simple Tense) 3
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to be' in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. is your what name first
2. capital Australia the what is of
3. is that car friend's your
4. outside it is cold
5. when the concert is
6. his parents are nice
7. how there your many are class people in
8. your what is favourite colour
9. was Battle of when the Hastings
10. you are OK
Question Forms Using Verb 'to do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 1
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to do' as an auxiliary verb in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. free do in time do you your what
2. where you do live
3. do you how do
4. how you there get do
5. do what you living for do a
6. you what think do
7. what want you do
8. want who to you do to speak
9. where do to go you want
10. do you him know
Question Forms Using Verb 'to do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 2
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to do' as an auxiliary verb in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. you do to have ask
2. want lunch when to do you have
3. do you stamps have any
4. do have you brothers any and sisters
5. do work you where
6. what want do you breakfast for
7. do who you are think you
8. newspapers which you do read
9. why you like do playing snooker
10. you do and want fish chips some
Question Forms Using Verb 'to do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 3
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to do' as an auxiliary verb in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. where come do you from
2. English do think boring you is
3. one best do which like you
4. what want do they know to
5. you do OK feel
6. watching does enjoy she films old
7. hard does Louis work
8. do want you start to course this
9. you do library the know to way the
10. do want come with you me to you
Question Forms Using Verb 'to have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 1
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to have' as an auxiliary verb in the present perfect tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. where you have been
2. what been have doing you
3. have you why come class this to
4. when to got have arrive I
5. money have you any got
6. the time got have you please
7. have my you friend seen
8. looked have every you in cupboard
9. closed curtains the have you
10. she why hasn't the washing done up
Question Forms Using Verb 'to have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 2
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to have' as an auxiliary verb in the present perfect tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. you here have before been
2. which you films seen have
3. any oranges got have you
4. have had you your tea
5. finished have you magazine that with
6. I'm leaving has he told you that
7. you have got yet your certificate
8. changed have you phone number your
9. have what you today learnt
10. have you bought birthday a for Jane card
Question Forms Using Verb 'to have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 3
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to have' as an auxiliary verb in the present perfect tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. when you got to have go
2. he why hasn't painting finished bathroom the
3. finished have your meal you
4. heard you the new CD Bon Jovi have by
5. what saying have to been they you
6. what hair you your have done to
7. photos has he done what my with
8. holiday where have been on they
9. she who has talking been to
10. haven't why tidied you up
Essential English
Elementary Homophones 1
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings.
Put together the words that sound the same:
board dear bare be aren't mail heel knows find mourning by its for high meet
1. fined
2. nose
3. bee
4. it's
5. male
6. bored
7. morning
8. buy
9. hi
10. bear
11. meat
12. deer
13. four
14. heal
15. aunt
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Elementary Homophones 2
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings.
Put together the words that sound the same:
piece loan plane poor mind pear new read no none one or pail raise night
1. pale
2. won
3. mined
4. know
5. lone
6. pair
7. plain
8. knew
9. red
10. pour
11. peace
12. knight
13. nun
14. rays
15. oar
part two
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Using Numbers 1
Write the answers to the following sums in words:
+ plus - minus x multiplied by
-T- divided by = equals
1. four plus ten equals
2. twenty five plus three plus fourteen equals
3. nine minus seven equals
4. thirty two minus seventeen equals
5. seven plus one minus five equals
6. ten multiplied by eight equals
7. four multiplied by fifteen equals
8. thirty two divided by eight equals
9. sixty divided by ten equals
10. one hundred and twenty divided by four equals
11. seven multiplied by three plus sixteen equals
12. eighteen minus nine plus forty four equals
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Using Numbers 2
Write the answers to the following sums in words:
+ plus - minus x multiplied by
-T- divided by = equals
1. five plus eleven equals
2. sixteen plus nineteen plus eight equals
3. forty five minus seven equals
4. twenty two minus thirty one equals
5. thirty seven plus four minus six equals
6. twenty nine multiplied by five equals
7. three multiplied by sixteen equals
8. fifty five divided by five equals
9. ninety divided by six equals
10. one thousand one hundred divided by four equals
11. forty multiplied by two plus four equals
12. fifteen minus eight plus sixty equals
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Using Numbers 3
Complete the sums below, writing your answers in words:
a) ten plus two equals
add fifteen
add forty one
subtract five
multiply by three
b) nineteen minus seven equals
subtract four
multiply by five
add seventeen
subtract fifteen
c) forty multiplied by two equals
add eighteen
add fifty eight
subtract ten
multiply by four
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Using Numbers 4
Complete the sums below, writing your answers in words:
a) fifteen minus three equals
add eight
subtract one
multiply by nine
add seven
b) fifty one plus four equals
subtract thirty
multiply by three
subtract eighteen
add twelve
c) eighty two minus six equals
add sixty three
subtract twenty nine
add ten
multiply by four
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Using Numbers 5
Complete the sums below, writing your answers in words:
a) one plus fifteen equals
add twenty one
add thirty five
subtract eight
multiply by ten
b) seventy two minus one equals
subtract six
subtract twelve
multiply by four
add two thousand one hundred
and six
c) one thousand and fifty plus
ninety nine equals
add four
subtract eighty one
multiply by two
add four thousand five hundred
and seventy five
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Working Out Prices 1
Write the answers to these sums in words.
Example: £2.99 + £4.60 = seven pounds fifty nine pence
1. £3.50 + £2.99 =
2. £10.20 + £4.99 =
3. £4.68 + £9.99 =
4. £20.50 + 17.35 =
5. £1.99 + £6.89 =
6. £103.01 + £243.50 =
7. £10 - £3.50 =
8. £25.50 - £12 =
9. £7.99 - £3.50 =
10. £13.80 - £4.04 =
11. £28 + £15.50 - 79p =
12. £10 + £12 + £14.40 -
29p =
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Working Out Prices 2
Write the answers to these sums in words:
Example: £4.99 + £9.50 = fourteen pounds forty nine pence
1. £2.85 + £3.95 =
2. £17.69 + £4.80 =
3. £2.99 x 3 =
4. £4.50 x 4 =
5. £35 + £2.99 + £4.99 =
6. 80p - 55p =
7. £7.95 + £18.50 =
8. £1.50 - 23p =
9. 95p + £10.48 =
10. £110.99 + £12.99 +
£4.99 =
11. 89p - 22p =
12. 68p + £2.89 - £2.50 =
Essential English
Ordinals 1 - Months of the Year
Complete the sentences using one of these ordinals:
first second third fourth fifth sixth seventh eighth ninth tenth
eleventh twelfth
1. October is the month of the year.
2. January is the month of the year.
3. April is the month of the year.
4. March is the month of the year.
5. September is the month of the year.
6. June is the month of the year.
7. May is the month of the year.
8. February is the month of the year.
9. December is the month of the year.
10. July is the month of the year.
11. November is the month of the year.
12. August is the month of the year.
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Ordinals 2 - The Alphabet
Complete the sentences using an ordinal, for example, 'first', 'second', etc.
1. A is the letter of the alphabet.
2. P is the letter of the alphabet.
3. E is the letter of the alphabet.
4. X is the letter of the alphabet.
5. L is the letter of the alphabet.
6. T is the letter of the alphabet.
7. O is the letter of the alphabet.
8. M is the letter of the alphabet.
9. F is the letter of the alphabet.
10. G is the letter of the alphabet.
11. K is the letter of the alphabet.
12. R is the letter of the alphabet.
13. U is the letter of the alphabet.
14. D is the letter of the alphabet.
15. J is the letter of the alphabet.
Opposite Adjectives 1
Match the adjective on the left with its opposite adjective on the right:
clever high
poor soft
sunny stupid
wet rich
long rainy
fat dry
big short
good small
hard thin
low bad
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Opposite Adjectives 2
Match the adjective on the left with its opposite adjective on the right:
light
narrow
warm
short
old
cool
odd
fast
young flat
expensive hungry
normal
cheap
uneven
full
wide
slow
tall
dark
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Comparatives and Superlatives 1
Write the appropriate comparative and Superlative form of these adjectives:
adjective
example: big
1. light
2. clever
3. sunny
4. hard
5. thin comparative
bigger superlative
biggest
6. good
7. poor
8. short
9. late
10. happy
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Comparatives and Superlatives 2
Write the appropriate comparative and Superlative form of these adjectives:
adjective
example: big
1. shady
2. stupid
3. rainy
4. soft
5. fat
6. bad
7. rich comparative
bigger superlative
biggest
8. long
9. early
10. sad
Comparatives and Superlatives 3
Write the appropriate comparative and Superlative form of these adjectives:
adjective comparative superlative
example: big bigger biggest
1. nice
2. cold
3. clean
4. young
5. fast
6. large
7. hungry
8. narrow
9. red
10. near
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Comparatives and Superlatives 4
Write the appropriate comparative and Superlative form of these adjectives:
adjective
example: big comparative
bigger superlative
biggest
1. nasty
2. hot
3. dirty
4. old
5. slow
6. small
7. full
8. wide
9. green
10. far
Using Indefinite Articles 1
Which indefinite article should we write in front of the following words - 'a' or 'an'?
1. chair
2. girl
3. school
4. egg
5. hour
6. apple
7. exam
8. hospital
9. year
10. university
11. address
12. ear
13. sheep
14. tie
15. union
Using Indefinite Articles 2
Which indefinite article should we write in front of the following words - 'a' or 'an'?
1. orange
2. ice cream
3. pencil
4. umbrella
5. shoe
6. number
7. heater
8. interview
9. application form
10. heir
11. computer
12. bag
13. octopus
14. ewe
15. fridge
Countable and Uncountable Nouns 1
Complete the sentences using either 'a' or 'some':
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
sand in my shoe. five pound note in my wallet. wine in the cupboard. butter in the fridge. peanut butter on the worktop. radio in the kitchen. toothbrush in the bathroom. jam in the cupboard. magazine in the living room. queue at the post office. luggage in the car. suitcase in the bedroom. flour in the cupboard. sugar in your tea. bicycle outside.
Countable and Uncountable Nouns 2
Complete the sentences using either 'a' or 'some':
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
rice in the cupboard. dog in the garden. postman coming to the door. alcohol in the fridge. bathroom upstairs. computer in the office. oil on the floor. ice on the windscreen. shirt in the tumble dryer. homework to do later on. food on the table. cheese in the fridge. light switch on the wall. vinegar on your chips. pen in my pocket.
Essential English
List of Common Uncountable Nouns
advice money
air music
alcohol news
art noise
beef oil
blood oxygen
butter paper
cheese patience
chewing gum pay
chocolate peace
coffee peanut butter
confusion pepper
cotton petrol
education plastic
electricity pork
entertainment power
experience pressure
fiction rain
flour rice
food sadness
forgiveness salt
fresh air sand
furniture shopping
gold silver
grass snow
ground space
happiness speed
history steam
homework sugar
honey sunshine
hope tea
ice tennis
information time
jam toothpaste
juice traffic
knowledge trousers
lamb vinegar
lightning washing up
literature washing up liquid
love water
luck weather
luggage wine
meat wood
milk wool
mist work
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Using "There are . . . " & "There is . .
Write ten sentences using the words in the table.
people cupboards
a
there is
an
magazines bath bed sink
there are
some
armchair umbrella dining table knives and forks plant
hall
lounge dining room office
spare room garden
loft
conservatory kitchen bedroom bathroom airing cupboard
part three
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Using Personal Pronouns 1
Fill in the gaps using either 'I' or 'me':
I. Give that book to .
2. don't like working in shops.
3. Does your friend know ?
4. and Ted are going out for lunch.
5. need to ask you something.
6. 'm a vegetarian.
7. was the first one to finish my exam.
8. This is a picture of and mum on holiday.
9. This is the house they showed .
10. Did you know that live in Manchester?
II. Jenny told that you went to London last week.
12. will see you soon.
13. Deepak is older than .
14. Call when you get there.
15. This is the house where was born.
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Using Personal Pronouns 2
Fill in the gaps using either 'he' or 'him':
1. always goes home early on Tuesdays.
2. I asked for some help.
3. asked, "What's her problem?"
4. was always a bit quiet.
5. That's easy for to say.
6. Do you want to see now?
7. needs a new pair of shoes.
8. I think that is really selfish.
9. Can you ask ?
10. wasn't very well last week.
11. put on his coat and went out.
12. Gillian gave the largest piece of cake to .
13. I love spending time with .
14. Everyone told to be quiet.
15. There's something strange about .
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Using Personal Pronouns 3
Fill in the gaps using either 'she' or 'her':
1. thought he was joking.
2. has got long hair.
3. I see on the bus every day.
4. John called at half past nine.
5. Sally's sister gave a new jacket.
6. I know studies English.
7. 's quite serious, isn't she?
8. 's not interested in geography.
9. That guitar belongs to .
10. Is going on holiday with you?
11. waited in the rain for half an hour.
12. I told that you can't meet .
13. picked up the bag.
14. My neighbour said that wasn't coming.
15. Ask my sister if saw him.
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Using Personal Pronouns 4
Fill in the gaps using either 'we' or 'us':
1. aren't interested.
2. Nobody told .
3. They don't believe .
4. Will be able to meet up?
5. This is what wanted.
6. They saw walking down the road.
7. agree with you.
8. Tell what you mean.
9. hope that you enjoy yourselves.
10. Can tell you tomorrow?
11. don't want to go out.
12. This puts in a difficult position.
13. That's impossible for .
14. 'll do what can.
15. Thank you for inviting .
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Using Personal Pronouns 5
Fill in the gaps using either 'they' or 'them':
I. I don't know at all.
2. can't hear you.
3. Ask yourself.
4. Who is that man with ?
5. went to the cinema with Linda and Rachael last night.
6. Please tell that are early.
7. Somebody wants to see .
8. I will put on the waiting list.
9. are at the football match.
10. Did see you there?
II. I've never heard of .
12. I want to invite , but I think are busy.
13. cut the grass, just like I asked to.
14. It was kind of to say would help.
15. What colour curtains do want?
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Using Personal Pronouns 6
Subject pronouns I you he she it we they
Object pronouns me you him her it us them
Fill in each gap with either a subject pronoun or object pronoun:
1. Have you seen my dad? 's wearing a red shirt.
2. Are going to finish your dinner?
3. I don't like Christopher. really annoys .
4. Your bag is over there. Take with when you go.
5. We always go to bed early. Ten o'clock is late for .
6. Her shoes were dirty, so cleaned .
7. I'm going to the cinema. Do want to come with ?
8. My brother rang last night. was great to talk to .
9. Emily saw at the restaurant. They were having lunch.
10. The boy came up to and took my hand.
11. I don't think the shop is open. usually closes at five thirty.
12. I showed my photos. He thought were boring.
13. "How much is that CD?" " think 's £11.99."
14. Ben isn't coming to see the film. 's seen already.
15. It's sunny today, isn't ?
16. I went to see my aunt. was pleased to see .
17. It's good to see all. Thanks for coming.
18. Lara's boyfriend has broken up with . told
that doesn't love her any more.
19. were annoyed when their meal was late.
20. Adele said goodbye to her brother. She was sad to watch go.
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Adverbs of Frequency 1
Complete the graph by adding these words, along with a percentage to show frequency:
seldom often occasionally don't usually usually hardly ever sometimes frequently
100% always
0% never
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Adverbs of Frequency 2
Write ten sentences that are true for you, using adverbs of frequency. Then write ten sentences about your friend (use he or she and change the verb form):
always have lunch with Tony Blair.
usually use public transport.
frequently go to the theatre.
often smoke twenty cigarettes a day.
sometimes phone directory enquiries.
don't usually wash my hands before meals.
seldom have a pint after work.
occasionally put vinegar on my chips.
hardly ever look for a job at the Jobcentre.
never play football at the weekend.
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Adverbs of Frequency 3
Write ten sentences that are true for you, using adverbs of frequency. Then write ten sentences about your friend (use he or she and change the verb form):
always go shopping on a Monday afternoon.
usually watch TV in the evenings.
frequently go out to see a concert.
often wake up at six o'clock in the morning.
sometimes arrive at work on time.
don't usually have lunch in a posh restaurant.
seldom brush my teeth before going to bed.
occasionally have a bath or shower every day.
hardly ever have a cup of tea when I first wake up.
never listen to BBC Radio 4.
First Conditional 1
If I feel tired, I'll go to bed.
If I can't afford a new watch, I won't buy one.
If I see Carla, I'll tell you.
If you are going out, let me know.
If you're hungry, you can have an apple.
If I'm going to be late, I'll give you a call.
If I need a new suit, I'll have to buy one.
If I get a pay rise, we can go on holiday.
If you bring your car over, I might clean it for you.
If the bus is early, I will miss it.
If it starts raining, I'm going to get wet.
If my brother is there, he'll look after you.
If that sale is on, I might get some bargains.
If the CD stops, press 'play' to start it again.
If the doctor thinks it's necessary, I'll have to have an operation.
First Conditional 2
If the tiger starts growling, move away as quietly as you can.
If you damage my car, I'll be really annoyed.
If I give you ten pounds, can you do some shopping for me?
If you think I'm joking, I'll show you that I'm serious.
If anyone knows, Sarah will.
If you don't like dogs, you won't like Lee's new puppies.
If Leanne is going, I might go as well.
If you study hard, you'll get a certificate.
If tomorrow is fine, we could go to the beach.
If I wear a coat, I won't get cold.
If my sister phones, you should speak to her.
If you want to go swimming later, pack your swimming things.
If you've finished with the newspaper, give it to me.
If you don't know the right spelling, look it up in a dictionary.
If the tap continues to leak, you should call a plumber.
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'Wh - ' Questions 1
Complete each sentence, using what, where, when, who or why:
what (Information) where (location) when (time) who (people) why (reasons)
1. 's the time please?
2. did I just say?
3. do you think you are?
4. is my coat?
5. do you want to leave? This evening?
6. didn't you go to College this morning?
7. was the Battle of Hastings?
8. are you looking for?
9. 's your name?
10. is the front door open?
11. is the star of 'Spiderman'?
12. didn't you call me last night?
13. do you live?
14. did you go to last night?
15. " did you leave school?" "In 1994."
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'Wh - ' Questions 2
Complete each sentence, using what, where, when, who or why:
what (Information) where (location) when (time) who (people) why (reasons)
1. do you work?
2. were you talking to yesterday?
3. 's going on?
4. are you still in bed at four in the afternoon?
5. is your birthday?
6. did the builders get here?
7. did you put my magazine?
8. is the oldest person in this room?
9. are you going to tidy up your room?
10. is there a scratch on my new car?
11. is your sister's occupation?
12. should I talk to about my wages?
13. 's your favourite food?
14. has your friend been?
15. did the chicken cross the road?
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Compound Nouns 1
Compound nouns are formed from two or more other nouns, for example:
break + fast = breakfast
Can you match the words on the left with the words on the right to make fourteen compound nouns?
after
birth
book
table
air
tea
pan
paper
cave
horse
parent
home
car
cup
day
work
time
port
hood
noon
top
shelf
back
cake
board
man
pet
fly
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Compound Nouns 2
Compound nouns are formed from two or more other nouns, for example:
break + fast = breakfast
Can you match the words on the left with the words on the right to make fourteen compound nouns?
time side
bath house
in out
out hanger
no table
cliff eater
police body
some fall
bread room
ant bin
water break
wheel woman
fall barrow
day times
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Compound Nouns 3
Compound nouns are formed from two or more other nouns, for example:
break + fast = breakfast
Can you match the words on the left with the words on the right to make fourteen compound nouns?
lamp wheel foot in
human
shop
fire
foot
motor
butter
rail
mini
name
track
valid
shade
chair
ball
man age
lifter
bike suit sake
fly
way skirt kind
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Daily Routines
A) Complete the sentences below using a present simple verb:
I the newspaper at 8.00am.
I a coffee break at 10.30am.
I a shower at 7.30am.
I a bus to work at 8.30am.
I up at 7.15am.
I work at 9.00am.
I lunch at 1.00pm.
I to my friend on the phone at 2.30pm.
I an email at 2.40pm.
I up at 7.05am.
I breakfast at 7.45am.
I home at 5.00pm.
I my guitar at 9.00pm.
I dinner at 6.00pm.
I to bed at 11.10pm.
I football at 7.00pm.
I a book at 10.00pm.
I to the radio at 10.40pm.
I TV at 8.30pm.
I the dishes at 6.30pm.
I to sleep at about 11.20pm.
B) Write the sentences in the order that they happen.
C) Next: write about your daily routine.
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Complete the Sentences 1
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. I live in a...
a) car. b) office. c) house. d) factory.
2. I like watching TV every... a) year. b) minute. c) night. d) fortnight.
3. I like wearing...
a) curtains. b) jeans. c) newspapers. d) a box.
4. In the summer it is...
a) interesting. b) dark. c) expensive. d) hot.
5. In my living room I have a... a) bed. b) bath. c) garden chair. d) sofa.
6. I like my job because it is... a) enjoyable. b) terrible. c) boring. d) dull.
7. My favourite meal is...
a) coffee. b) milk c) water. d) sausage and chips.
8. Last night I saw a film at the... a) Indian restaurant. b) cinema. c) school. d) gym.
9. I have a girlfriend called... a) Terry. b) Bob. c) Laura. d) Jeff.
10. I work in a...
a) shop. b) phone booth. c) lift. d) optician's.
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Complete the Sentences 2
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. My dad is a . . . a) fireman. b) fireplace. c) fire brigade. d) fire engine.
2. I don't like taking . . . a) exam. b) exam paper. c) exams. d) exam preparation.
3. When do you want to go . . . a) homework? b) home? c) house? d) walk?
4. How much is a . . . a) price? b) tickets? c) ticket? d) pay?
5. My sister is twelve years . . . a) older. b) old. c) young. d) aged.
6. These questions are . . . a) easier. b) hardest. c) easy. d) easiest.
7. That clock on the wall is . . . a) young. b) fast. c) heavy. d) slowed.
8. Are you coming home . . . a) yesterday? b) tomorrow? c) last week? d) a week ago?
9. I go shopping twice a . . . a) hour. b) week. c) sometimes. d) never.
10. On Friday night I go to the . . . a) pubs. b) visit. c) cafes. d) pub.
11. How do I get to the post office from . . . a) everywhere? b) left? c) here? d) there?
12. I wish I could go on . . . a) break. b) weekend away. c) holiday. d) travelling.
13. There's something wrong with the . . . a) cleaned. b) dust. c) hoovered. d) dishwasher.
14. Friday is my favourite day of the . . . a) month. b) week. c) afternoon. d) year.
15. I start my new job next . . . a) monthly. b) month's time. c) months. d) month.
16. The film was really . . . a) badly. b) good. c) lonely. d) especially.
17. My exam results are . . . a) glad. b) surprised. c) disappointing. d) pleased.
18. The coach is waiting for . . . a) some. b) us. c) student. d) driver.
19. Nobody knows where the book . . . a) gone. b) said. c) were. d) is.
20. I like listening to the . . . a) cupboard. b) heater. c) radio. d) pictures.
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Complete the Sentences 3
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. I'm taking my wife to see a . . . a) theatre. b) play. c) poster. d) screen.
2. In the winter we leave the heating . . . a) under. b) in. c) on. d) near.
3. A giraffe has got a long . . . a) head. b) neck. c) arms. d) shoulder.
4. Can you pass me my folder . . . a) thanks? b) please? c) excuse me? d) hi?
5. I washed my hair this . . . a) later. b) never. c) morning. d) time.
6. Hussain can't play the . . . a) lamp. b) football. c) guitarist. d) piano.
7. My boss was really . . . a) pink. b) busy. c) entertain. d) into.
8. It's her birthday on the . . . a) fiftieth. b) day. c) eleventh. d) fourteen.
9. The concert started on . . . a) hour. b) arrived. c) time. d) month.
10. Her sink is blocked. She needs a . . a) baker. b) dentist. c) plumber. d) doctor.
11. I need to go to the bank before it . . a) opens. b) pays. c) arrives. d) closes.
12. Spring is my favourite . . . a) month. b) week. c) season. d) fortnight.
13. I'm going to get my hair . . . a) made. b) cut. c) covered. d) on.
14. The Romans came to Britain in . . . a) 45 RPM. b) 7.45 AM. c) 8th May. d) 55 BC.
15. Have we got any more . . . a) sausage? b) baked bean? c) bacon? d) biscuit?
16. What is the capital of . . . a) UK? b) London? c) South America? d) the UK?
17. We've booked our . . . a) travel agent. b) holiday. c) library. d) pizzas.
18. Have you got a student . . . a) with? b) loan? c) line? d) discounts?
19. When will my car be . . . a) ready? b) real? c) relied? d) related?
20. Have you ever met my . . . a) soldier? b) dad's? c) sister? d) famous?
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Complete the Sentences 4
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. Do you mind if I have a . . .
2. My mother lives in . . .
3. Do you like crossword . . .
4. What's your sister's . . .
5. We live in a semi-detached
6. The only one who knows is
7. We aren't going to make . . .
8. They are just good . . .
9. My car won't . . .
10. We are saving up to get . .
11. This film is really . . .
12. Can I borrow your . . .
13. That's the last . . .
14. School is the best time of .
15. My leg . . .
16. This problem is . . .
17. When shall I come . . .
18. The policeman told me to .
19. Jemma stole my . . .
20. The concert starts at . . .
a) washing? b) watch TV? c) show? d) shower?
a) a field. b) Newcastle. c) wherever. d) road.
a) please? b) puzzles? c) game? d) written?
a) neighbour? b) friends? c) name? d) aged? . a) bank. b) garden. c) estate. d) house. . a) Harry Miller. b) cat. c) the computer. d) everybody.
a) us. b) it. c) in. d) if.
a) of you. b) sense. c) friends. d) advice.
a) drive. b) start. c) gone. d) broken.
a) buying. b) shopping. c) married. d) expensive.
a) good. b) greater. c) open. d) enjoyed.
a) elbow? b) ruler? c) waiter? d) time?
a) one. b) isn't it? c) times. d) gone. . a) his life. b) their lives. c) your life. d) Owen's life.
a) ends. b) goes. c) hurts. d) changes.
a) often. b) grey. c) early. d) serious.
a) with? b) round? c) under? d) go on? . a) calm down. b) accident. c) cried. d) replied.
a) achieves. b) age. c) make up. d) disliked.
a) one. b) thirteen. c) time. d) in the evening.
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Complete the Sentences 5
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. How many children have you . . . a) came? b) own? c) got? d) took?
2. My uncle and aunt are . . . a) people. b) divorced. c) mixed. d) into.
3. I love reading a good . . . a) phone call. b) receipt. c) gas bill. d) novel.
4. The future will be . . . a) afraid. b) bright. c) interested. d) waited.
5. Once upon a . . . a) time. b) who. c) story. d) Time.
6. The man left his . . . a) future. b) in it. c) keys. d) addressed.
7. I bought some flowers at the . . . a) optician's. b) market. c) carrier bag. d) bakery.
8. Noel watched his brother . . . a) come home. b) came home. c) lived. d) hear.
9. Your dog is so well- . . . a) travelled. b) meant. c) done. d) behaved.
10. I feel tired after that . . . a) go swimming. b) walk. c) go out. d) exercised.
11. The only way is . . . a) about. b) in. c) out. d) up.
12. I'm sorry about . . . a) getting. b) that. c) when. d) who.
13. Aren't those fireworks . . . a) smelly? b) excited. c) lovely? d) gone?
14. I didn't like your . . . a) name. b) address. c) attitude. d) farmer.
15. Petrol is far too . . . a) near. b) going. c) great. d) expensive.
16. The shock will kill . . . a) him. b) everything. c) flowers. d) hers.
17. It doesn't rain every . . . a) afternoons. b) day. c) day? d) all the time.
18. The show must go . . . a) if. b) since. c) on. d) up.
19. Blackpool is on the west . . . a) coast. b) sea. c) lake. d) resort.
20. How many stars are there in the . . . a) air? b) evening? c) sky? d) sky.
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Complete the Sentences 6
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. We never even said . . . a) hello. b) good afternoon. c) see ya. d) goodbye.
2. My hands were . . . a) taken. b) clean. c) serious. d) looked.
3. My husband's name is . . . a) Derek. b) Emma. c) Charlotte. d) father.
4. The piano is too heavy to . . a) be. b) got. c) advise. d) move.
5. That girl looks . . . a) hurrah. b) ridiculously. c) silly. d) really.
6. Let's try to save the . . . a) travel. b) impossible. c) planet. d) recycle it.
7. That was 20p cheaper in . . . a) this shop. b) that way. c) this piece. d) her own.
8. Can you speak a bit . . . a) up a bit? b) please? c) more time? d) louder?
9. The coffee is over . . . a) then. b) there. c) taken. d) where.
10. Then he told us a . . . a) long. b) time. c) place. d) story.
11. I don't believe . . . a) in. b) if. c) it. d) is.
12. Who wants to go . . . a) first. b) second time? c) that? d) first?
13. It was only a . . . a) agree. b) fun. c) joke. d) good.
14. Give me a . . . a) egg. b) ring. c) apple. d) ring me.
15. We don't know what to . . . a) think. b) thought. c) wished. d) did.
16. It was chucking it . . . a) in. b) down. c) with. d) up.
17. Can I help at . . . a) the morning? b) with you? c) all. d) all?
18. My mum sent me a . . . a) shopping. b) present. c) Letter. d) blue.
19. We didn't enjoy . . . a) camping. b) camped. c) the curtains. d) us.
20. I live in . . . a) bristol. b) Bristol? c) Bristol. d) BristoL.
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Sentence Building 1
Write these words in the correct order to make a sentence: 1. dog My to go on diet. needs a
2. went house I night. friend's my to last
3. to seashore. live the I would near like
4. had some I buy would a car. money If I
5. last my Saturday. was birthday It
6. three-bedroomed I live a in house.
7. new to I buy curtains. some need
8. on Spain. I On going to holiday am Monday
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Sentence Building 2
Write these words in the correct order to make a sentence: 1. need I for a stamp letter. my
2. me tell the please? time you Can
3. spaghetti like like but pizza. I don't I
4. My is Oliver book favourite by Dickens. Twist
5. Sunday came my to sister us. On see
6. felt I early. I so to bed went tired
7. party. else Everybody at the was
8. holiday Would like you them? to with on go
The Plays of William Shakespeare
1. Write these words in the right order to make some famous quotations:
a) be, is be, or not the "To question." to that
b) music food be the of "If love, on." play
c) bold." made made drunk hath which hath them "That me
d) here?" hempen we "What swaggering homespuns have
e) thou yet daughter." art blood, "But flesh, my my my
f) lord, thy husband keeper." thy "Thy life, thy is
g) dear more." the "Once unto once more friends, breach,
h) "A kingdom My horse!" horse! A a horse! for
2. Write the name of the play, and the character's name
3. Write the numbers of the Act and Scene where you can find these lines
part four
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Füll Stops 1
Add fall stops to this text:
My name is Tim I live in Nottingham, which is a city in the UK I live in a small detached house with my wife Jenny, and our two children, Lisa and James I work at Debenhams in Nottingham, and I really enjoy my job I am a sales manager for the sports clothing department Debenhams is the largest department store in Nottingham and there are branches all over the UK
When I'm not at work I like to play tennis with my friend Joe He is much better than me, but I still enjoy it At the weekends I sometimes take my family to Manchester to visit Jenny's mum She lives at Pine View Nursing Home in a nice suburb of the city and has been there for about five years She loves to see her grandchildren James always tells her about what he is doing at school James and Lisa both go to the same school, Mount Street Junior School
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Füll Stops 2
Add fall stops to this text:
Hello, I'm Jenny, Tim's wife We have been married for almost eleven years I met Tim when we were both at university I studied Physics while Tim studied Business Management We graduated from Cardiff University in 1989, and went to live in Birmingham We got married in 1993 at Lincoln Cathedral I took a one-year post-graduate teaching course, then got a job teaching Science at Lincoln High School
We moved to Nottingham in 1996 where Lisa was born I remember that she was a very fat baby, but a happy one! My mum helped us with looking after the baby in the first year, before she had to go into the nursing home in Manchester She wanted to move to a home in Manchester because that is where my two older sisters and their families live We go to visit often - when I can get Tim to drive us up there! I don't drive I took some lessons when I was a student in Cardiff but I found driving on the roads quite frightening and gave up! Perhaps one day I will try again
About two years after we had Lisa, James was born He was born at St.Patrick's hospital in Nottingham It seems like it was only last week I can't believe he's already at school
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Using Capital Letters 3
Put capital letters in the right places in this text:
my name is tim. i live in nottingham, which is a city in the uk. i live in a small detached house with my wife Jenny, and our two children, lisa and james. i work at debenhams in nottingham, and i really enjoy my job. i am a sales manager for the sports clothing department. debenhams is the largest department store in nottingham and there are branches all over the uk.
when i'm not at work i like to play tennis with my friend joe. he is much better than me, but i still enjoy it. at the weekends i sometimes take my family to manchester to visit jenny's mum. she lives at pine view nursing home in a nice suburb of the city and has been there for about five years. she loves to see her grandchildren. james always tells her about what he is doing at school. james and lisa both go to the same school, mount street junior school.
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Using Capital Letters 4
Put capital letters in the right places in this text:
hello, i'm jenny, tim's wife. we have been married for almost eleven years. i met tim when we were both at university. i studied physics while tim studied business management. we graduated from cardiff university in 1989, and went to live in birmingham. we got married in 1993 at lincoln cathedral. i took a one-year post-graduate teaching course, then got a job teaching science at lincoln high school.
we moved to nottingham in 1996 where lisa was born. i remember that she was a very fat baby, but a happy one! my mum helped us with looking after the baby in the first year, before she had to go into the nursing home in manchester. she wanted to move to a home in manchester because that is where my two older sisters and their families live. we go to visit often - when i can get tim to drive us up there! i don't drive. i took some lessons when i was a student in cardiff but i found driving on the roads quite frightening and gave up! perhaps one day i will try again.
about two years after we had lisa, james was born. he was born at st.patrick's hospital in nottingham. it seems like it was only last week. i can't believe he's already at school.
Talking about the Past 1
Complete the sentences below using one of these verbs:
went ate watched was came did had drank heard walked
1. I missed the bus so I home.
2. I some cereal and toast for my breakfast.
3. Last week I to London for the weekend.
4. I you talking about my friend yesterday.
5. Last night I a film about space travel.
6. I didn't go alone. My friend with me.
7. you enjoy the concert?
8. It raining this morning so I didn't go out.
9. I two glasses of water before going to bed.
10. I went to the shop to see if they any postcards.
Talking about the Past 2
Complete the sentences below using one of these verbs:
went laughed made was left did had tried wanted cooked
1. I a really nice meal for my mum's birthday.
2. My brother to come too, but he wasn't allowed.
3. We all when Tina fell off her chair!
4. I think that we were for each other.
5. Kim and Charlotte the party at 1.40am.
6. He to call you but couldn't get through.
7. I thinking of going to the coast next weekend.
8. you know that Tessa is getting married?
9. I went home after the concert finished.
10. My friends all to see the new exhibition in town.
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Past Events - The Life of Captain James Cook
Complete the sentences below using one of these verbs:
saw landed arrived joined married crossed stayed born met left buried worked became returned promoted murdered departed hit
1. James Cook was on 27th October 1728.
2. He first as an apprentice to a shopkeeper in Staithes, N. Yorkshire.
3. He the Royal Navy in 1755, aged 26 years old.
4. He Elizabeth Batts on 21st December 1762.
5. He from his first voyage to Newfoundland as a surveyor in
November 1763.
6. He was to the rank of lieutenant in the Royal Navy in 1768.
7. He from Plymouth in the Endeavour on 26th August 1768.
8. The Endeavour at Tahiti on 11th April 1769.
9. Cook and his men at Botany Bay (in Australia) on 28th April 1770.
10. The Endeavour a coral reef, causing great problems, in June 1770.
11. Cook and his wife with his father in Yorkshire in December 1771.
12. Cook Plymouth in the Resolution for his second round-the-world
voyage on 13th July 1772.
13. The Resolution the Antarctic Circle for the first time in January 1773.
14. Cook ill as the expedition neared Easter Island in February 1774.
15. When he arrived back in England in the summer of 1775 he King
George III.
16. Cook the west coast of North America on 6th March 1778.
17. He was in Hawaii on Valentine's Day 1779.
18. The remains of Cook's body were in Kealakekua Bay on 22nd
February 1779.
Second Conditional 1
If I were you, I'd get my hair cut.
If I had the time, I'd take up golf.
If I saw you more often, we could get to know each other better.
If I lost my wallet, I'd report it at the police station.
If I met Michael Jordan, I'd ask him for his autograph.
If I won the lottery, I'd buy a house for my brother.
If I wasn't so lazy, I'd start my own business.
If my friend were here, you could meet him.
If I drank too much, I'd be sure to make a fool of myself.
If I studied more often, I might get better grades.
If I woke up at nine am, I'd be late for work.
If I entered the competition, I wouldn't do very well.
If I played football for England, they wouldn't keep losing!
If I saw my children smoking, I'd be really angry with them.
If I came to class early, I could finish my homework.
Second Conditional 2
If I bought a video recorder, I wouldn't miss my favourite soap.
If I wore that red dress, they would all notice me.
If I left it up to you, we wouldn't get anything done.
If I had a word-processing package, I could type up my reports.
If I were twenty years' younger, I'd marry her!
If I needed help, I would ask you.
If I moved to Canada, I could get a good job out there.
If we took part in the quiz, we might win it.
If we saw that film, you wouldn't enjoy it.
If the Computer crashed, you'd lose all your unsaved work.
If our boat got lost, we'd have to call for help.
If I told her that I'm a vegetarian, she'd be surprised.
If my washing machine broke, I'd get it mended.
If I had a heart attack, I might die.
If I were Prime Minister, I'd privatise the NHS.
Third Conditional 1
If you'd eaten your dinner, you wouldn't have been hungry.
If I'd married Harry, we would have been happy.
If I'd sold my car to you, you'd have got a bargain.
If you'd attended every lesson, you'd have passed that exam easily.
If it'd been sunny yesterday, we would've gone to the beach.
If I'd told you about Chantal, you wouldn't have believed me.
If we'd read the map properly, we wouldn't have got lost.
If you'd asked her, she could've come as well.
If I'd won the lottery, I wouldn't be shopping in charity shops!
If you'd eaten all of your main course, you could've had some dessert.
If I'd had the chance, I would have gone to university.
If I'd had your phone number, I could've called you.
If I'd asked the doctor, she would've advised me on what to do.
If I'd lent you my lawnmower, you would have broken it.
If I'd watched that programme, I would've been bored stiff.
Third Conditional 2
If I'd had the salmon, I might have got food poisoning.
If I'd gone to the interview, I might have got the job.
If they'd scored another goal, they would've won.
If I'd found some money, I would've handed it in.
If I'd taken a taxi, I would have been there by now.
If I'd thrown away your magazine, you would've been annoyed.
If I'd gone on the trip to London, I would've visited Hyde Park.
If I'd eaten your chocolates, I would've felt a bit guilty.
If I'd known it was your birthday, I would've got you a present.
If we didn't remember which room it was, we could've asked Stephen.
If the train had been late, we would've missed our appointment.
If I'd had the courage, I would've confronted her.
If I'd opened the shop on Sundays, I would've compromised my beliefs.
If you'd been here earlier, you could have had a free drink.
If my shirt had been dry, I could have put it on.
Zero Conditional 1
If you heat water, it boils.
If you put salt and vinegar on chips, they taste nicer.
If you need assistance, press here.
If you don't come on time, you miss such a lot.
If you feel tired, it's a good idea to go to bed.
If it rains, it's good for the garden.
If I eat too many sweets, I put on weight.
If I get up too early, I feel tired all day.
If I have toothache, I go to the dentist's.
If I feel ill, I make an appointment with my GP.
If I read without my glasses on, I strain my eyes.
If the number 54 is late, the next bus is the 56.
If school finishes early, I usually go to my friend's house.
If the post comes on time, I look at it before I go to work.
If you spill coffee on my laptop, it doesn't agree with it!
Zero Conditional 2
Soap dissolves if you leave it in water.
Plants die if you don't water them.
Milk goes off if you don't keep it in a cool place.
Askthe teacher if you don't understand.
I don't mind if you want to use the car.
Children get upset if they're being bullied.
Stamps can be good fun if you enjoy collecting things.
It can be hard to access the web if you don't have a PC at home.
The heater comes on if you press this switch.
Pasta tastes awful if you let it boil for too long.
I can go early on Fridays if I ask my manager's permission.
I usually like listening to the radio if Julie has it on.
My mind goes blank if you put me on the spot.
The car runs like a dream if you service it regularly.
Dogs really like it if you walk them regularly.
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Writing Comparisons 1
Write a sentence comparing one thing with another. For example:
Compare two rooms in your house: My bathroom is smaller than my living room.
1. Compare two people in your class:
2. Compare two films that you have seen:
3. Compare two Asian countries:
4. Compare two types of transport:
5. Compare two novels that you have read:
6. Compare two places near to where you live:
7. Compare two famous people from history:
8. Compare two capital cities:
9. Compare two occupations:
10. Compare two days of the week:
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Writing
Comparisons 2
Write a sentence comparing
one thing with another.
For example:
Compare two animals: An elephant
is larger than a cat.
1. Compare two teachers that you have had:
2. Compare two television programmes:
3. Compare two members of your family:
4. Compare two European cities:
5. Compare two types of music:
6. Compare two places that you have visited on holiday:
7. Compare two makes of car:
8. Compare two planets in the Solar System:
9. Compare two restaurants that you know:
10. Compare two languages:
Essential English
Homophones 1
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings. Write an English word that sounds the same as each of these words:
1. allowed
2. jeans
3. father
4. tide
5. peace
6. see
7. weather
8. you
9. pour
10. none
11. hear
12. floor
13. by
14. cereal
15. vein
Essential English
Homophones 2
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings.
Write an English word that sounds the same as each of these words:
1. stair
2. need
3. pear
4. wear
5. road
6. made
7. dual
8. beech
9. aunt
10. feet
11. for
12. lane
13. idle
14. great
15. bass
Essential English
List of Common Homophones
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings. Here are some common examples:
allowed aloud lead led
aunt aren't least leased
ball bawl loan lone
base bass male mail
be bee meet meat
bear bare mind mined
berry bury morning mourning
blue blew naval navel
boar bore new knew
board bored no know
bread bred one won
buy by pear pair
by bye pie pi
cereal serial piece peace
check cheque pier peer
Council counsel poor pour
course coarse rain reign
dam damn raw roar
deer dear read reed
die dye red read
doe dough road rode
earn urn sale sail
eight ate saw sore
faint feint see sea
farther father sun son
feet feat tail tale
find fined tea tee
flair flare their they're
floor flaw they're there
flower flour tide tied
for four too to
fur fir two too
great grate wail whale
hart heart warn worn
heal heel weal wheel
hear here wear where
heard herd weather whether
hi high week weak
hole whole weight wait
idle idol while wile
in inn wood would
it's its write right
jeans genes yew you
lane lain your you're
Test Your Grammar Skills
Being Polite
We are usually more polite to people who we respect or who we don't know well. We tend to use more direct language with our friends and close relatives.
Match the polite sentence with the direct sentence that has the same meaning:
Polite:
1. Can I have a cake?
2. Would you be able to keep the noise down please?
3. Can you pass me the lemonade please?
4. Would you like to sit down?
5. Can you tell me how long you are going to be please?
6. I wondered if I would possibly be able to borrow the newspaper after you have finished with it.
7. Excuse me. I'm afraid I don't know your name.
8. I'm sorry but I've got to go home now.
9. Would you mind if I came with you and Diane to the cinema?
10. Excuse me. I'm ever so sorry to bother you. I hope you don't mind but would it be possible at all for you to tell me the time please?
Direct:
a) Sit down.
b) Get a move on.
c) Who are you?
d) What's the time?
e) Give me a cake.
f) I'm coming with you.
g) Give me a drink.
h) I want the paper now!
i) Shut up!
j) I'm off.
Test Your Grammar Skills
Good Advice 1
Match the question on the left to the good advice given on the right:
1. Are you hungry?
2. Are you unhappy?
3. Are you bored?
4. Are you tired?
5. Are you in a hurry?
6. Are you feeling ill?
7. Are you lonely?
8. Are you thirsty?
9. Do you need some new shoes?
10. Do you need a new suit?
11. Do you feel stressed out?
12. Do you like boats?
13. Do you like trees and grass?
14. Do you like ill people?
15. Do you want to be a millionaire?
16. Do you want to be famous?
17. Do you want to be happy?
18. Do you like mountains?
19. Are you unfit?
20. Do you want to lose weight?
a) Go to the doctor's!
b) Have something to eat!
c) Go and work in a hospital!
d) Go for a ten mile run!
e) Have something to drink!
f) Go and buy some!
g) Go to bed!
h) Cheer up - it might never happen!
i) Go and sit in a field!
j) Go and get one!
k) Make some friends!
l) Go and do something!
m) Go and buy a lottery ticket!
n) Go on a sailing holiday!
o) Stop eating chocolate and cakes!
p) Start by making others happy.
q) Slow down a bit!
r) Get a part in a Hollywood blockbuster! s) Go to the Himalayas! t) Calm down!
Test Your Grammar Skills
Good Advice 2
Match the question on the left to the good advice given on the right:
1. Do you like meeting people? a) Good for you!
2. Do you like cars? b) Get a job as a receptionist!
3. Are you very shy? c) Become a racing driver.
4. Are you looking for romance? d) Go and visit St Paul's Cathedral.
5. Are you lucky in love? e) Go to the hairdressers!
6. Do you want to be poor? f) Put some gloves on!
7. Do you like pop music? g) Go and buy some new plants!
8. Do you like watching films? h) Go and work in a garage!
9. Do you need help with maths? i) Go to a nice restaurant!
10. Have you got long hair? j) Buy a calculator!
11. Have you got cold hands? k) Give all your money away!
12. Do you like good food? l) Go on holiday to Spain!
13. Do you like gardening? m) Phone somebody!
14. Do you live in London? n) Switch on the TV!
15. Do you like flying? o) Join a dating agency!
16. Do you like talking? p) Go on a confidence-building course.
17. Do you know how to read a map? q) Get a job as a film reviewer.
18. Do you like lying in the sun all day? r) Buy a couple of CDs.
19. Do you like watching TV? s) Become an air hostess!
20. Do you like driving really fast? t) Go on a walking holiday!
Test Your Grammar Skills
Good Advice 3
Match the question on the left to the good advice given on the right:
1. Do you like looking good? a) Take off your jumper!
2. Do you like jam? b) Go to Panama!
3. Are you dirty? c) Move to a smaller one!
4. Have you got long hair? d) Buy a cow!
5. Do you always wake up late? e) Buy a better one!
6. Do you hate your job? f) Make yourself a jam sandwich!
7. Is your house too big? g) Go to the Sahara Desert!
8. Do you like drinking fresh milk? h) Why not get it cut?
9. Do you enjoy swimming? i) Go to a birthday party!
10. Do you like penguins? j) Go to a carpet shop!
11. Are you too hot? k) Join a tennis club!
12. Are you too cold? l) Buy some big shoes!
13. Do you like long canals? m) Buy an alarm clock!
14. Do you like sand dunes? n) Become a model.
15. Do you like birthday cake? o) Go to the South Pole!
16. Do you like getting wet? p) Put a warm coat on!
17. Do you need a new carpet? q) Go on a boat trip and jump in!
18. Do you like playing tennis? r) Have a bath!
19. Do you have big feet? s) Apply for a different one!
20. Is your mobile phone rubbish? t) Throw away your umbrella!
Essential English
Write Your Own Flashcards
Answers to Worksheets and Notes for Use
Part One
5 Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday; January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December; one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten, eleven, twelve, thirteen, fourteen, fifteen, sixteen, seventeen, eighteen, nineteen, twenty, twenty one, twenty two, twenty three, twenty four, twenty five, twenty six, twenty seven, twenty eight, twenty nine, thirty.
7 This blank form can be used to test spelling skills and vocabulary within a wide variety of vocabulary sets. Students have to write a word that belongs to a given set, beginning with each letter of the alphabet. For example, you could ask them to write an adjective, or an occupation, for every letter of the alphabet.
8 1. Friday. 2. October. 3. Thursday. 4. April. 5. February. 6. Monday. 7. Saturday. 8. autumn. 9. January. 10. November. 11. March. 12. June.
9 1. Sunday. 2. spring. 3. Wednesday. 4. December. 5. summer. 6. July. 7. winter. 8. May. 9. September. 10. August. 11. Tuesday.
10 1. a) 2. c) 3. d) 4. b) 5. a) 6. b) 7. d)
11 1. b) 2. a) 3. c) 4. a) 5. d) 6. b) 7. c) 8. a) 9. b) 10. d) 11. b) 12. d)
12 1. 1st January 1997; 2. 5th June 1978; 3. 10th July 2002; 4. 14th August 1973; 5. 22nd November 2001; 6. 31st December 1986; 7. 3rd February 1990;
8. 17th January 2000; 9. 27th March 1995; 10. 20th April 1979; 11. 30th October
2001; 12. 9th June 1997; 13. 13th September 2002; 14. 2nd November 1983; 15. 1st January 1980.
13 1. 2nd January 1999; 2. 1st February 2003; 3. 16th September 1997; 4. 2nd March
1965; 5. 1st March 1994; 6. 4th August 2001; 7. 10th February 1996;
8. 15th December 1970; 9. 29th October 2002; 10. 2nd February 1996;
11. 14th May 2002; 12. 1st May 2001; 13. 12th November 1998; 14. 15th January
1984; 15. 4th August 2002.
14 to be: I am, You are, He is, She is, It is, We are, They are.
to go: I go, You go, He goes, She goes, It goes, We go, They go. to do: I do, You do, He does, She does, It does, We do, They do. to have: I have, You have, He has, She has, It has, We have, They have.
15 to be: I was, You were, He was, She was, It was, We were, They were.
to go: I went, You went, He went, She went, It went, We went, They went.
to do: I did, You did, He did, She did, It did, We did, They did.
to have: I had, You had, He had, She had, It had, We had, They had.
16 to be: I am being, You are being, He is being, She is being, It is being, We are being,
They are being. to go: I am going, You are going, He is going, She is going, It is
going, We are going, They are going. to do: I am doing, You are doing, He is doing,
She is doing, It is doing, We are doing, They are doing. to have: I am having, You
are having, He is having, She is having, It is having, We are having, They are having.
17 The following should start with a capital letter: John, England, Pizza Hut, Monday,
New York, January, Sarah, King Edward High School, Atlantic Ocean, December,
French.
18 The following should start with a capital letter: Claire, Spain, Mount Everest, Indian, Paris, August, Steven, Doctor I P Jones, Burger King, Manchester General Hospital, Wednesday.
19 1. My sister's name is Jackie. 2. Friday is my favourite day of the week. 3. I like watching Eastenders on BBC 1. 4. Charles Dickens was a famous writer. He was born in Portsmouth. 5. Lisa and Chantal are going on holiday to Portugal in May.
6. Did you go to school today? 7. My new address is 248 Normanton Road in
Nottingham. 8. When are you going to the hospital? 9. My doctor is getting a new
receptionist. She's called Louise Robson. 10. Ben and I are going to look around
Leicester Grammar School on Wednesday.
20 1. How do I get to the library from here? 2. The coach for London leaves in about half an hour. 3. My birthday is in September. I usually go out for a drink with my friends. 4. What do you want for dinner tonight? 5. Birmingham is the second largest city in the UK. 6. I'll have a Coke please and two packets of Walkers crisps. 7. If you need to see a consultant go to the Derbyshire Royal Infirmary. 8. Mary Poppins is my mum's favourite film. She likes Julie Andrews. 9. I drive a red Fiat Punto and my uncle drives a green BMW. 10. I joined Morton Park Golf Club last week. It was very expensive.
21 1. What is your brother's name? 2. What is your address? 3. What is your favourite food? 4. What is your name? 5. What is the date today? 6. How much is that shirt?
7. How are you? 8. What is your surname? 9. What is your postcode? 10. When is
your birthday?
22 1. Where are the toilets? 2. Where are you from? 3. What is your phone number? 4. What is the answer? 5. What is your nationality? 6. How old is it? 7. Who is your best friend? 8. Which one is it? 9. Where is my shirt? 10. How old are you?
23 1. What is your first name? 2. What is the capital of Australia? 3. Is that your friend's car? 4. Is it cold outside? 5. When is the concert? 6. Are his parents nice? 7. How many people are there in your class? 8. What is your favourite colour? 9. When was the Battle of Hastings? 10. Are you OK?
24 1. What do you do in your free time? 2. Where do you live? 3. How do you do? 4. How do you get there? 5. What do you do for a living? 6. What do you think? 7. What do you want? 8. Who do you want to speak to? 9. Where do you want to go? 10. Do you know him?
25 1. Do you have to ask? 2. When do you want to have lunch? 3. Do you have any stamps? 4. Do you have any brothers and sisters? 5. Where do you work? 6. What do you want for breakfast? 7. Who do you think you are? 8. Which newspapers do you read? 9. Why do you like playing snooker? 10. Do you want some fish and chips?
26 1. Where do you come from? 2. Do you think English is boring? 3. Which one do
you like best? 4. What do they want to know? 5. Do you feel OK? 6. Does she enjoy
watching old films? 7. Does Louis work hard? 8. Do you want to start this course?
9. Do you know the way to the library? 10. Do you want me to come with you?
27 1. Where have you been? 2. What have you been doing? 3. Why have you come to this class? 4. When have I got to arrive? 5. Have you got any money? 6. Have you got the time please? 7. Have you seen my friend? 8. Have you looked in every cupboard? 9. Have you closed the curtains? 10. Why hasn't she done the washing up?
28 1. Have you been here before? 2. Which films have you seen? 3. Have you got any oranges? 4. Have you had your tea? 5. Have you finished with that magazine?
6. Has he told you that I'm leaving? 7. Have you got your certificate yet? 8. Have
you changed your phone number? 9. What have you learnt today? 10. Have you
bought a birthday card for Jane?
29 1. When have you got to go? 2. Why hasn't he finished painting the bathroom?
3. Have you finished your meal? 4. Have you heard the new CD by Bon Jovi?
5. What have they been saying to you? 6. What have you done to your hair?
7. What has he done with my photos? 8. Where have they been on holiday? 9. Who
has she been talking to? 10. Why haven't you tidied up?
30 1. find. 2. knows. 3. be. 4. its. 5. mail. 6. board. 7. mourning. 8. by. 9. high.
10. bare. 11. meet. 12. dear. 13. for. 14. heel. 15. aren't.
31 1. pail. 2. one. 3. mind. 4. no. 5. loan. 6. pear. 7. plane. 8. new. 9. read.
10. poor. 11. piece. 12. night. 13. none. 14. raise. 15. or.
Part Two
32 1. fourteen. 2. forty two. 3. two. 4. fifteen. 5. three. 6. eighty. 7. sixty. 8. four. 9. six. 10. thirty. 11. thirty seven. 12. fifty three.
33 1. sixteen. 2. forty three. 3. thirty eight. 4. minus nine (-9). 5. thirty five. 6. one hundred and forty five. 7. forty eight. 8. eleven. 9. fifteen. 10. two hundred and seventy five. 11. eighty four. 12. sixty seven.
34 a) twelve; twenty seven; sixty eight; sixty three; one hundred and eighty nine.
b) twelve; eight; forty; fifty seven; forty two.
c) eighty; ninety eight; one hundred and fifty six; one hundred and forty six; five hundred and eighty four.
35 a) twelve; twenty; nineteen; one hundred and seventy one; one hundred and seventy
eight.
b) fifty five; twenty five; seventy five; fifty seven; sixty nine.
c) seventy six; one hundred and thirty nine; one hundred and ten; one hundred and twenty; four hundred and eighty.
36 a) sixteen; thirty seven; seventy two; sixty four; six hundred and forty.
b) seventy one; sixty five; fifty three; two hundred and twelve; two thousand three hundred and eighteen.
c) one thousand one hundred and forty nine; one thousand one hundred and fifty three; one thousand and seventy two; two thousand one hundred and forty four; six thousand seven hundred and nineteen.
37 1. six pounds forty nine pence. 2. fifteen pounds nineteen pence. 3. fourteen pounds sixty seven pence. 4. thirty seven pounds eighty five pence. 5. eight pounds eighty eight pence. 6. three hundred and forty six pounds fifty one pence. 7. six pounds fifty pence. 8. thirteen pounds fifty pence. 9. four pounds forty nine pence. 10. nine pounds seventy six pence. 11. forty two pounds seventy one pence. 12. thirty six pounds eleven pence.
38 1. six pounds eighty pence. 2. twenty two pounds forty nine pence. 3. eight pounds ninety seven pence. 4. eighteen pounds. 5. forty two pounds ninety eight pence.
6. twenty five pence. 7. twenty six pounds forty five pence. 8. one pound twenty seven pence. 9. eleven pounds forty three pence. 10. one hundred and twenty eight pounds ninety seven pence. 11. sixty seven pence. 12. one pound seven pence.
39 1. tenth. 2. first. 3. fourth. 4. third. 5. ninth. 6. sixth. 7. fifth. 8. second. 9. twelfth. 10. seventh. 11. eleventh. 12. eighth.
40 1. first. 2. sixteenth. 3. fifth. 4. twenty fourth. 5. twelfth. 6. twentieth. 7. fifteenth.
8. thirteenth. 9. sixth. 10. seventh. 11. eleventh. 12. eighteenth. 13. twenty first.
14. fourth. 15. tenth.
41 clever/stupid; poor/rich; sunny/rainy; wet/dry; long/short; fat/thin; big/small; good/bad; hard/soft; low/high.
42 light/dark; warm/cool; old/young; odd/normal; fast/slow; expensive/cheap; hungry/full; uneven/flat; wide/narrow; tall/short.
43 1. lighter, lightest. 2. cleverer, cleverest. 3. sunnier, sunniest. 4. harder, hardest.
5. thinner, thinnest. 6. better, best. 7. poorer, poorest. 8. shorter, shortest. 9. later, latest. 10. happier, happiest.
44 1. shadier, shadiest. 2. stupider, stupidest. 3. rainier, rainiest. 4. softer, softest.
5. fatter, fattest. 6. worse, worst. 7. richer, richest. 8. longer, longest. 9. earlier,
earliest. 10. sadder, saddest.
Note: worksheets number 43 and 44 can be used together to teach opposite adjectives, e.g. light is the opposite of shady.
45 1. nicer, nicest. 2. colder, coldest. 3. cleaner, cleanest. 4. younger, youngest.
5. faster, fastest. 6. larger, largest. 7. hungrier, hungriest. 8. narrower, narrowest.
9. redder, reddest. 10. nearer, nearest.
46 1. nastier, nastiest. 2. hotter, hottest. 3. dirtier, dirtiest. 4. older, oldest. 5. slower,
slowest. 6. smaller, smallest. 7. fuller, füllest. 8. wider, widest. 9. greener, greenest.
10. further, furthest or farther, farthest.
Note: worksheets number 45 and 46 can be used together to teach opposite adjectives, e.g. nice is the opposite of nasty.
47 1. a; 2. a; 3. a; 4. an; 5. an; 6. an; 7. an; 8. a; 9. a; 10. a; 11. an; 12. an; 13. a;
14. a; 15. a.
48 1. an; 2. an; 3. a; 4. an; 5. a; 6. a; 7. a; 8. an; 9. an; 10. an; 11. a; 12. a; 13. an; 14. a; 15. a.
49 some sand; a five pound note; some wine; some butter; some peanut butter;
a radio; a toothbrush; some jam; a magazine; a queue; some luggage; a suitcase; some flour; some sugar; a bicycle.
50 some rice; a dog; a postman; some alcohol; a bathroom; a computer; some oil;
some ice; a shirt; some homework; some food; some cheese; a light switch; some
vinegar; a pen.
Part Three
53 1. me. 2. I. 3. me. 4. Me. 5. I. 6. I. 7. I. 8. me. 9. me. 10. I. 11. me. 12. I. 13. me. 14. me. 15. I.
54 1. He. 2. him. 3. He. 4. He. 5. him. 6. him. 7. He. 8. he. 9. him. 10. He. 11. He. 12. him. 13. him. 14. him. 15. him.
55 1. She. 2. She. 3. her. 4. her. 5. her. 6. she. 7. She. 8. She. 9. her. 10. she.
11. She. 12. her, her. 13. She. 14. she. 15. she.
56 1. We. 2. us. 3. us. 4. we. 5. we. 6. us. 7. We. 8. us. 9. We. 10. we. 11. We.
12. us. 13. us. 14. We, we. 15. us.
57 1. them. 2. They. 3. them. 4. them. 5. They. 6. them, they. 7. them. 8. them. 9. They. 10. they. 11. them. 12. them, they. 13. They, them. 14. them, they. 15. they.
58 1. He. 2. you. 3. He, me. 4. it, you. 5. us. 6. she, them. 7. you, me. 8. It, him.
9. them. 10. me. 11. It. 12. him, they. 13. I, it. 14. He, it. 15. it. 16. She, me. 17. you. 18. her, He, her, he. 19. They. 20. him.
59 There may be some discussion about what is right or wrong! The percentages should
look something like this: 100% always, 90% usually, 80% frequently, 70% often,
50% sometimes, 30% don't usually, 15% seldom, 10% occasionally, 5% hardly ever,
0% never.
62 Copy this page onto card. It shows fifteen sentences that use a conditional clause. Cut up the cards and get your students to match up both parts of each sentence correctly. You could also show only one half of each sentence and elicit ideas on how to complete the sentences.
63 See notes on number 62.
64 1. What. 2. What. 3. Who. 4. Where. 5. When. 6. Why. 7. When. 8. What. 9. What. 10. Why. 11. Who. 12. Why. 13. Where. 14. Where. 15. When.
65 1. Where. 2. Who. 3. What. 4. Why. 5. When. 6. When. 7. Where. 8. Who.
9. When. 10. Why. 11. What. 12. Who. 13. What. 14. Where. 15. Why.
66 afternoon, birthday, bookshelf, tabletop, airport, teatime, pancake, paperback, caveman, horsefly, parenthood, homework, carpet, cupboard.
67 timetable, bathroom, inside, outhouse, nobody, cliffhanger, policewoman, sometimes, breadbin, anteater, waterfall, wheelbarrow, fallout, daybreak.
68 lampshade, wheelchair, football, invalid, humankind, shoplifter, fireman, footage, motorbike, butterfly, railway, miniskirt, namesake, tracksuit.
69 I wake up at 7.05am. I get up at 7.15am. I have/take a shower at 7.30am. I have/eat breakfast at 7.45am. I read the newspaper at 8.00am. I catch a bus to work at 8.30am. I start/begin work at 9.00am. I have/take a coffee break at 10.30am. I have/eat lunch at 1.00pm. I talk to my friend on the phone at 2.30pm. I send/write/read an email at 2.40pm. I go home at 5.00pm. I have/eat dinner at 6.00pm. I wash the dishes at 6.30pm. I play football at 7.00pm. I watch TV at 8.30pm. I play my guitar at 9.00pm. I read a book at 10.00pm. I listen to the radio at 10.40pm.
I go to bed at 11.10pm. I go to sleep at about 11.20pm.
70 1. c) 2. c) 3. b) 4. d) 5. d) 6. a) 7. d) 8. b) 9. c) 10. a)
71 1. a) 2. c) 3. b) 4. c) 5. b) 6. c) 7. b) 8. b) 9. b) 10. d) 11. c) 12. c) 13. d) 14. b)
15. d) 16. b) 17. c) 18. b) 19. d) 20. c)
72 1. b) 2. c) 3. b) 4. b) 5. c) 6. d) 7. b) 8. c) 9. c) 10. c) 11. d) 12. c) 13. b) 14. d) 15. c) 16. d) 17. b) 18. b) 19. a) 20. c)
73 1. d) 2. b) 3. b) 4. c) 5. d) 6. a) 7. b) 8. c) 9. b) 10. c) 11. a) 12. b) 13. a) 14. c) 15. c) 16. d) 17. b) 18. a) 19. c) 20. a)
74 1. c) 2. b) 3. d) 4. b) 5. a) 6. c) 7. b) 8. a) 9. d) 10. b) 11. d) 12. b) 13. c) 14. c) 15. d) 16. a) 17. b) 18. c) 19. a) 20. c)
75 1. d) 2. b) 3. a) 4. d) 5. c) 6. c) 7. a) 8. d) 9. b) 10. d) 11. c) 12. d) 13. c) 14. b) 15. a) 16. b) 17. d) 18. b) 19. a) 20. c)
76 1. My dog needs to go on a diet. 2. I went to my friend's house last night. 3. I would
like to live near the seashore. 4. If I had some money I would buy a car. 5. It was my birthday last Saturday. 6. I live in a three-bedroomed house. 7. I need to buy some new curtains. 8. On Monday I am going on holiday to Spain.
77 1. I need a stamp for my letter. 2. Can you tell me the time please? 3. I don't like spaghetti but I like pizza. Or: I like spaghetti but I don't like pizza. 4. My favourite book is Oliver Twist by Dickens. 5. On Sunday my sister came to see us. 6. I felt tired so I went to bed early. 7. Everybody else was at the party. 8. Would you like to go on holiday with them?
78 a) "To be, or not to be, that is the question." Hamlet, Act 3 Scene 1, spoken by Hamlet. b) "If music be the food of love, play on." Twelfth Night, Act 1 Scene 1, spoken by Duke Orsino. c) "That which hath made them drunk hath made me bold." Macbeth, Act 2 Scene 2, spoken by Lady Macbeth. d) "What hempen homespuns have we swaggering here?" A Midsummer Night's Dream, Act 3 Scene 1, spoken by Puck. e) "But yet thou art my flesh, my blood, my daughter." King Lear, Act 2 Scene 4, spoken by King Lear. f) "Thy husband is thy lord, thy life, thy keeper." Taming of the Shrew, Act 5 Scene 2, spoken by Katherine. g) "Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more." Henry V, Act 3 Scene 1, spoken by King Henry. h) "A horse! A horse! My kingdom for a horse!" Richard III, Act 5 Scene 4, spoken by King Richard.
Part Four
79 & My name is Tim. I live in Nottingham, which is a city in the UK. I live in a small
81 detached house with my wife Jenny, and our two children, Lisa and James. I work at
Debenhams in Nottingham, and I really enjoy my job. I am a sales manager for the
sports clothing department. Debenhams is the largest department store in
Nottingham and there are branches all over the UK.
When I'm not at work I like to play tennis with my friend Joe. He is much better than me, but I still enjoy it. At the weekends I sometimes take my family to Manchester to visit Jenny's mum. She lives at Pine View Nursing Home in a nice suburb of the city and has been there for about five years. She loves to see her grandchildren. James always tells her about what he is doing at school. James and Lisa both go to the same school, Mount Street Junior School.
80 & Hello, I'm Jenny, Tim's wife. We have been married for almost eleven years. I met
82 Tim when we were both at university. I studied Physics while Tim studied Business
Management. We graduated from Cardiff University in 1989, and went to live in
Birmingham. We got married in 1993 at Lincoln Cathedral. I took a one-year post-
graduate teaching course, then got a job teaching Science at Lincoln High School.
We moved to Nottingham in 1996 where Lisa was born. I remember that she was a very fat baby, but a happy one! My mum helped us with looking after the baby in the first year, before she had to go into the nursing home in Manchester. She wanted to move to a home in Manchester because that is where my two older sisters and their families live. We go to visit often - when I can get Tim to drive us up there! I don't drive. I took some lessons when I was a student in Cardiff but I found driving on the roads quite frightening and gave up! Perhaps one day I will try again.
About two years after we had Lisa, James was born. He was born at St. Patrick's hospital in Nottingham. It seems like it was only last week. I can't believe he's already at school.
83 1. walked. 2. ate. 3. went. 4. heard. 5. watched. 6. came. 7. Did. 8. was.
9. drank. 10. had.
84 1. cooked. 2. wanted. 3. laughed. 4. made. 5. left. 6. tried. 7. was. 8. Did. 9. had.
10. went.
85 1. born. 2. worked. 3. joined. 4. married. 5. returned. 6. promoted. 7. departed.
8. arrived. 9. landed. 10. hit. 11. stayed. 12. left. 13. crossed. 14. became.
15. met. 16. saw. 17. murdered. 18. buried.
86 - 91 See notes on number 62.
92 Answers will vary. Here are some sample sentences: 1. Tina is taller than Abid. 2. I like Rocky II better than Rocky III. 3. India has a bigger population that South Korea. 4. Cars are more expensive to run than bicycles. 5. Great Expectations is much better than Pride and Prejudice. 6. The park is further away from my house than the school. 7. Napoleon is more interesting than Lord Nelson. 8. It is colder in Helsinki than it is in Cairo. 9. Doctors get paid a lot more than mechanics. 10. Friday is nearer to the weekend than Monday!
93 Answers will vary. Here are some sample sentences: 1. My French teacher is taller than my Maths teacher. 2. I prefer Coronation Street to Eastenders. 3. My sister spends much longer in the bathroom than my dad. 4. I have been to Madrid, but I've never been to Barcelona. 5. Rock music is usually louder than folk music. 6. Wales is a far wetter place than Cornwall. 7. A Ferrari can go faster than my Corsa.
8. Venus is closer to the sun than Pluto. 9. Ricardo's Ristorante is more expensive
than Clifford's Cafe. 10. English is a more difficult language to learn than Spanish.
94 1. aloud. 2. genes. 3. farther. 4. tied. 5. piece. 6. sea. 7. whether. 8. ewe.
9. poor, pore. 10. nun. 11. here. 12. flaw. 13. buy. 14. serial. 15. vain.
95 1. stare. 2. knead. 3. pair, pare. 4. where. 5. rode. 6. maid. 7. duel. 8. beach.
9. aren't. 10. feat. 11. four, fore. 12. lain. 13. idol. 14. grate. 15. base.
97 1. e) 2. i) 3. g) 4. a) 5. b) 6. h) 7. c) 8. j) 9. f) 10. d)
98 1. b) 2. h) 3. l) 4. g) 5. q) 6. a) 7. k) 8. e) 9. f) 10. j) 11. t) 12. n) 13. i) 14. c)
15. m) 16. r) 17. p) 18. s) 19. d) 20. o)
99 1. b) 2. h) 3. p) 4. o) 5. a) 6. k) 7. r) 8. q) 9. j) 10. e) 11. f) 12. i) 13. g) 14. d)
15. s) 16. m) 17. t) 18. l) 19. n) 20. c)
100 1. n) 2. f) 3. r) 4. h) 5. m) 6. s) 7. c) 8. d) 9. q) 10. o) 11. a) 12. p) 13. b) 14. g) 15. i) 16. t) 17. j) 18. k) 19. l) 20. e)
featuring Essential English worksheets
101 foi de lucru pentru orele de pregatire de limba engleză
Incluzând şi foi de lucru din
Engleza Esenţială
Marius Vasile
Entry Level
Nivel Începători
2011
Introduction
Hello there . . . !
. . . and welcome to English grammar book.
It's jam-packed from cover to cover with a great selection of photocopiable worksheets . We wanted to provide teachers with a really useful book of no-nonsense grammar worksheets that they can dip into and use in class with students at Entry Level (ESOL Core Curriculum Entry Levels 1 & 2). It is also ideal for students to work with at home since the answers are all printed at the back.
The book is divided into four parts and is graded in difficulty, so that it begins with some basic stuff and builds up to more challenging grammar activities. It features a selection of Essential English worksheets which provide practice for crucial basic areas of knowledge for learners at Entry Level, like using numbers, writing the alphabet, spelling days and months correctly, and so on.
We hope that you find this book a big help and full of material that you can use with your learners. A big thank-you must go to all the students who have already been trialling these worksheets in class. Their feedback has been invaluable to the development of this book. We'd also love to know what you think! Send your comments, feedback, and questions about this book or English in general to: www.marius vasile.com.
Wishing you every success,
Marius Vasile
be' (Present Simple Tense) 1 be' (Present Simple Tense) 2 be' (Present Simple Tense) 3 do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 1 do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 2 do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 3 have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 1 have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 2 have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 3
1. The English Alphabet
2. Writing the Alphabet 1
3. Writing the Alphabet 2
4. Personal Details - Completing Forms
5. Basic English Written Test
6. Essential Spellings
7. Vocabulary Test (blank copy)
8. Just Vowels - Days, Months and Seasons 1
9. Just Vowels - Days, Months and Seasons 2
10. Days of the Week
11. Months of the Year
12. Understanding Dates 1
13. Understanding Dates 2
14. Common Irregular Verbs - Present Simple Tense
15. Common Irregular Verbs - Past Simple Tense
16. Common Irregular Verbs - Present Continuous Tense
17. Using Capital Letters 1
18. Using Capital Letters 2
19. Basic Sentence Punctuation 1
20. Basic Sentence Punctuation 2
21. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
22. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
23. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
24. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
25. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
26. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
27. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
28. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
29. Question Forms Using Verb 'to
30. Elementary Homophones 1
31. Elementary Homophones 2
Part Two
32. Using Numbers 1
33. Using Numbers 2
34. Using Numbers 3
35. Using Numbers 4
36. Using Numbers 5
37. Working Out Prices 1
38. Working Out Prices 2
39. Ordinals 1 - Months of the Year
40. Ordinals 2 - The Alphabet
41. Opposite Adjectives 1
42. Opposite Adjectives 2
43. Comparatives and Superlatives 1
44. Comparatives and Superlatives 2
45. Comparatives and Superlatives 3
46. Comparatives and Superlatives 4
47. Using Indefinite Articles 1
48. Using Indefinite Articles 2
49. Countable and Uncountable Nouns 1
50. Countable and Uncountable Nouns 2
51. List of Common Uncountable Nouns
Part Three
52. Using "There are..." & "There is..."
53. Using Personal Pronouns 1
54. Using Personal Pronouns 2
55. Using Personal Pronouns 3
56. Using Personal Pronouns 4
57. Using Personal Pronouns 5
58. Using Personal Pronouns 6
59. Adverbs of Frequency 1
60. Adverbs of Frequency 2
61. Adverbs of Frequency 3
62. First Conditional 1
63. First Conditional 2
64. 'Wh - ' Questions 1
65. 'Wh - ' Questions 2
66. Compound Nouns 1
67. Compound Nouns 2
68. Compound Nouns 3
69. Daily Routines
70. Complete the Sentences 1
71. Complete the Sentences 2
72. Complete the Sentences 3
73. Complete the Sentences 4
74. Complete the Sentences 5
75. Complete the Sentences 6
76. Sentence Building 1
77. Sentence Building 2
78. The Plays of William Shakespeare
Part Four
79. Full Stops 1
80. Full Stops 2
81. Using Capital Letters 3
82. Using Capital Letters 4
83. Talking about the Past 1
84. Talking about the Past 2
85. Past Events - The Life of Captain James Cook
86. Second Conditional 1
87. Second Conditional 2
88. Third Conditional 1
89. Third Conditional 2
90. Zero Conditional 1
91. Zero Conditional 2
92. Writing Comparisons 1
93. Writing Comparisons 2
94. Homophones 1
95. Homophones 2
96. List of Common Homophones
97. Being Polite
98. Good Advice 1
99. Good Advice 2
100. Good Advice 3
101. Write Your Own Flashcards
102. Answers to worksheets and notes for use
part one
Essential English
The English Alphabet
There are 26 letters in the English alphabet. There are 5 vowels: A, E, I, O and U. The rest of the letters are consonants.
Practise reading the letters out loud:
Capital letters (upper case letters):
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Small letters (lower case letters):
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z
Essential English
Writing the Alphabet 1
Copy each letter of the alphabet into the box below: Lower case (or small) letters:
a b c d e f 9 h •
i •
j k l m
n o P r s t u v w x y z
Upper case (or capital) letters:
A B C D E F H I J K L M
N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Essential English
Writing the Alphabet 2
A a B b C c D d E e F f G g
H h I i J j K k L l M m N n
O o P p Q q R r S s T t
U u V v W w X x Y y Z z
Essential English
Personal Details - Completing Forms
Practise writing your personal details with this form:
Please use capital letters
Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms:
First Name:
Surname:
Address:
Post Code:
Telephone Number:
Mobile Number:
Email Address:
Age:
Date of Birth: / /
Nationality:
Occupation:
Marital Status:
Number of Children:
Essential English
Basic English Written Test
Name: Date:
Days of the week:
Months of the year:
Numbers 1-30:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.
Essential English
Essential Spellings
a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September,
October, November, December
spring, summer, autumn, winter
0 zero 18 eighteen
% quarter 19 nineteen
% half 20 twenty
% three quarters 21 twenty one
1 one 10 ten
2 two 20 twenty
3 three 30 thirty
4 four 40 forty
5 five 50 fifty
6 six 60 sixty
7 seven 70 seventy
8 eight 80 eighty
9 nine 90 ninety
10 ten 100 one hundred
11 eleven 101 one hundred and one
12 twelve 1,000 one thousand
13 thirteen 1,001 one thousand and one
14 fourteen 10,000 ten thousand
15 fifteen 100,000 one hundred thousand
16 sixteen 1,000,000 one million
17 seventeen 1,000,000,000 one billion
Essential English
Vocabulary Test -
Write starting with each letter of the alphabet.
For example: .
A
N
B
C
P
D
Q
E
R
F
S
G
T
H
U
V
J
W
K
X
L
Y
M
Z
Essential English
Just Vowels - Days, Months and Seasons 1
Fill in the gaps to spell the names of days, months and seasons:
1. _ _ i _ a _
2. O _ _ o _ e _
3. _ _ u a _
4. A _ _ i _
5. _ e u a
6. _ o _ _ a _
7. _ a _ u a _
8. a u _ u
9. _ a _ u a
10. _ o _ e e _
11. _ a
12. _ u _ e
Essential English
Just Vowels - Days, Months and Seasons 2
Fill in the gaps to spell the names of days, months and seasons:
1. _ u a _
2. i _ _
3. _ e e a _
4. _ e _ e e _
5. _ u e _
6. _ u _ _
7. _ i _ _ e _
8. _ a _
9. _ e e e _
10. A u _ u _ _
11. _ u e _ _ a _
Essential English
Days of the Week
Tick below to show the correct spellings:
1.
a) Sunday
b) Sanday
c) sunday d)snday
5.
a) Thursday
b) Tuesday
c) Thorsday
d) thurday
2.
a) Manday
b) monday
c) Monday
d) Munday
6.
a) friday
b) Friday
c) Frieday
d) feriday
3.
a) Tusday
b) tuesday
c) Teusday
d) Tuesday
7.
a) Soturday
b) Saturda
c) saterday
d) Saturday
4.
a) Wensday
b) Wednesday
c) Wenesday
d) wednesday
Essential English
Months of the Year
Tick below to show the correct spellings:
1.
5.
9.
a) Janary
b) January
c) january
d) jaNuary
a) may
b) Maye
c) My
d) May
a) septembre
b) September
c) Septemper
d) Setember
2.
6.
10.
a) February
b) Febuary
c) Feburary
d) february
a) Jun
b) June
c) jun
d) june
a) october
b) Octobar
c) August
d) October
3.
7.
11.
a) march
b) Marsh
c) March
d) Marche
a) Julie
b) Juli
c) July
d) july
a) Novemer
b) November
c) novembrer
d) Novembre
4. 8. 12.
a) April a) August a) decembar
b) april b) Augst b) Decembar
c) Appril c) Argust c) Desember
d) Aprl d) august d) December
Understanding Dates 1
Write the full version of the following dates: Example:
10/08/92 10th August 1992
1. 01/01/97
2. 5 Jun 78
3. 10.07.02
4. 14/08/73
5. 22 Nov 01
6. 31/12/86
7. 3 Feb 90
8. 17.01.00
9. 27/03/95
10. 20 Apr 79
11. 30 Oct '01
12. 9 Jun '97
13. 13/09/02
14. 2 Nov 83
15. 01.01.80
Essential English
Understanding Dates 2
Write the full version of the following dates: Example:
03/06/88 3rd June 1988
1. 2 Jan 99
2. Feb 1 '03
3. Sept 16 '97
4. 02.03.65
5. 1 Mar '94
6. Aug 04 '01
7. 10.02.96
8. 15.12.70
9. 29 Oct '02
10. 2. 2. 96
11. 14.5.02
12. May 1 '01
13. 12/11/98
14. Jan 15 '84
15. 4.8.02
Test Your Grammar Skills
Common Irregulär Verbs
Complete the verb tables using present simple tense:
to be: to go:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
to do: to have:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
Test Your Grammar Skills
Common Irregulär Verbs
Complete the verb tables using past simple tense:
to be: to go:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
to do: to have:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
Test Your Grammar Skills
Common Irregulär Verbs
Complete the verb tables using present continuous tense:
to be: to go:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
to do: to have:
I I
You You
He He
She She
It It
We We
They They
Test Your Grammar Skills
Using Capital Letters 1
Tick the words that should start with a capital letter, then write them out correctly:
nice trousers
john quickly
school january
get come
england sarah
pizza student
pizza hut king edward high school
single atlantic ocean
coconut fridge
chair butter
monday december
new york french
Test Your Grammar Skills
Using Capital Letters 2
Tick the words that should start with a capital letter, then write them out correctly:
dress like
hospital
claire
spain
tomato ketchup five
washing machine mount everest cupboard
good
easily
august
steven
went
doctor
doctor i p jones orange burger king wait
indian
manchester general hospital
paris
wednesday
Basic Sentence Punctuation 1
Write the sentences and add capital letters, full stops and question marks:
1. my sister's name is jackie
2. friday is my favourite day of the week
3. i like watching eastenders on bbc 1
4. charles dickens was a famous writer he was born in portsmouth
5. lisa and chantal are going on holiday to portugal in may
6. did you go to school today
7. my new address is 248 normanton road in nottingham
8. when are you going to the hospital
9. my doctor is getting a new receptionist she's called louise robson
10. ben and i are going to look round leicester grammar school on wednesday
Basic Sentence Punctuation 2
Write the sentences and add capital letters, full stops and question marks:
1. how do I get to the library from here
2. the coach for london leaves in about half an hour
3. my birthday is in september i usually go out for a drink with my friends
4. what do you want for dinner tonight
5. birmingham is the second largest city in the uk
6. i'll have a coke please and two packets of walkers crisps
7. if you need to see a consultant go to the derbyshire royal infirmary
8. mary poppins is my mum's favourite film she likes julie andrews
9. i drive a red fiat punto and my uncle drives a green bmw
10. i joined morton park golf club last week it was very expensive
Question Forms Using Verb 'to be' (Present Simple Tense) 1
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to be' in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. what brother's is name your
2. is what address your
3. favourite is your food what
4. is your what name
5. date the what today is
6. much how that shirt is
7. are how you
8. your what is surname
9. your postcode what is
10. your when birthday is
Question Forms Using Verb 'to be' (Present Simple Tense) 2
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to be' in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. are toilets where the
2. you where from are
3. phone is what your number
4. the answer what is
5. your what nationality is
6. is it old how
7. your best who is friend
8. one which it is
9. my shirt where is
10. old how you are
Question Forms Using Verb 'to be' (Present Simple Tense) 3
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to be' in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. is your what name first
2. capital Australia the what is of
3. is that car friend's your
4. outside it is cold
5. when the concert is
6. his parents are nice
7. how there your many are class people in
8. your what is favourite colour
9. was Battle of when the Hastings
10. you are OK
Question Forms Using Verb 'to do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 1
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to do' as an auxiliary verb in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. free do in time do you your what
2. where you do live
3. do you how do
4. how you there get do
5. do what you living for do a
6. you what think do
7. what want you do
8. want who to you do to speak
9. where do to go you want
10. do you him know
Question Forms Using Verb 'to do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 2
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to do' as an auxiliary verb in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. you do to have ask
2. want lunch when to do you have
3. do you stamps have any
4. do have you brothers any and sisters
5. do work you where
6. what want do you breakfast for
7. do who you are think you
8. newspapers which you do read
9. why you like do playing snooker
10. you do and want fish chips some
Question Forms Using Verb 'to do' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Simple Tense) 3
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to do' as an auxiliary verb in the present simple tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. where come do you from
2. English do think boring you is
3. one best do which like you
4. what want do they know to
5. you do OK feel
6. watching does enjoy she films old
7. hard does Louis work
8. do want you start to course this
9. you do library the know to way the
10. do want come with you me to you
Question Forms Using Verb 'to have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 1
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to have' as an auxiliary verb in the present perfect tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. where you have been
2. what been have doing you
3. have you why come class this to
4. when to got have arrive I
5. money have you any got
6. the time got have you please
7. have my you friend seen
8. looked have every you in cupboard
9. closed curtains the have you
10. she why hasn't the washing done up
Question Forms Using Verb 'to have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 2
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to have' as an auxiliary verb in the present perfect tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. you here have before been
2. which you films seen have
3. any oranges got have you
4. have had you your tea
5. finished have you magazine that with
6. I'm leaving has he told you that
7. you have got yet your certificate
8. changed have you phone number your
9. have what you today learnt
10. have you bought birthday a for Jane card
Question Forms Using Verb 'to have' as an Auxiliary Verb (Present Perfect Tense) 3
Rearrange the words in each sentence to make a question using verb 'to have' as an auxiliary verb in the present perfect tense.
Don't forget to put a capital letter at the start of each sentence and a question mark at the end:
1. when you got to have go
2. he why hasn't painting finished bathroom the
3. finished have your meal you
4. heard you the new CD Bon Jovi have by
5. what saying have to been they you
6. what hair you your have done to
7. photos has he done what my with
8. holiday where have been on they
9. she who has talking been to
10. haven't why tidied you up
Essential English
Elementary Homophones 1
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings.
Put together the words that sound the same:
board dear bare be aren't mail heel knows find mourning by its for high meet
1. fined
2. nose
3. bee
4. it's
5. male
6. bored
7. morning
8. buy
9. hi
10. bear
11. meat
12. deer
13. four
14. heal
15. aunt
Essential English
Elementary Homophones 2
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings.
Put together the words that sound the same:
piece loan plane poor mind pear new read no none one or pail raise night
1. pale
2. won
3. mined
4. know
5. lone
6. pair
7. plain
8. knew
9. red
10. pour
11. peace
12. knight
13. nun
14. rays
15. oar
part two
Essential English
Using Numbers 1
Write the answers to the following sums in words:
+ plus - minus x multiplied by
-T- divided by = equals
1. four plus ten equals
2. twenty five plus three plus fourteen equals
3. nine minus seven equals
4. thirty two minus seventeen equals
5. seven plus one minus five equals
6. ten multiplied by eight equals
7. four multiplied by fifteen equals
8. thirty two divided by eight equals
9. sixty divided by ten equals
10. one hundred and twenty divided by four equals
11. seven multiplied by three plus sixteen equals
12. eighteen minus nine plus forty four equals
Essential English
Using Numbers 2
Write the answers to the following sums in words:
+ plus - minus x multiplied by
-T- divided by = equals
1. five plus eleven equals
2. sixteen plus nineteen plus eight equals
3. forty five minus seven equals
4. twenty two minus thirty one equals
5. thirty seven plus four minus six equals
6. twenty nine multiplied by five equals
7. three multiplied by sixteen equals
8. fifty five divided by five equals
9. ninety divided by six equals
10. one thousand one hundred divided by four equals
11. forty multiplied by two plus four equals
12. fifteen minus eight plus sixty equals
Essential English
Using Numbers 3
Complete the sums below, writing your answers in words:
a) ten plus two equals
add fifteen
add forty one
subtract five
multiply by three
b) nineteen minus seven equals
subtract four
multiply by five
add seventeen
subtract fifteen
c) forty multiplied by two equals
add eighteen
add fifty eight
subtract ten
multiply by four
Essential English
Using Numbers 4
Complete the sums below, writing your answers in words:
a) fifteen minus three equals
add eight
subtract one
multiply by nine
add seven
b) fifty one plus four equals
subtract thirty
multiply by three
subtract eighteen
add twelve
c) eighty two minus six equals
add sixty three
subtract twenty nine
add ten
multiply by four
Essential English
Using Numbers 5
Complete the sums below, writing your answers in words:
a) one plus fifteen equals
add twenty one
add thirty five
subtract eight
multiply by ten
b) seventy two minus one equals
subtract six
subtract twelve
multiply by four
add two thousand one hundred
and six
c) one thousand and fifty plus
ninety nine equals
add four
subtract eighty one
multiply by two
add four thousand five hundred
and seventy five
Essential English
Working Out Prices 1
Write the answers to these sums in words.
Example: £2.99 + £4.60 = seven pounds fifty nine pence
1. £3.50 + £2.99 =
2. £10.20 + £4.99 =
3. £4.68 + £9.99 =
4. £20.50 + 17.35 =
5. £1.99 + £6.89 =
6. £103.01 + £243.50 =
7. £10 - £3.50 =
8. £25.50 - £12 =
9. £7.99 - £3.50 =
10. £13.80 - £4.04 =
11. £28 + £15.50 - 79p =
12. £10 + £12 + £14.40 -
29p =
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Working Out Prices 2
Write the answers to these sums in words:
Example: £4.99 + £9.50 = fourteen pounds forty nine pence
1. £2.85 + £3.95 =
2. £17.69 + £4.80 =
3. £2.99 x 3 =
4. £4.50 x 4 =
5. £35 + £2.99 + £4.99 =
6. 80p - 55p =
7. £7.95 + £18.50 =
8. £1.50 - 23p =
9. 95p + £10.48 =
10. £110.99 + £12.99 +
£4.99 =
11. 89p - 22p =
12. 68p + £2.89 - £2.50 =
Essential English
Ordinals 1 - Months of the Year
Complete the sentences using one of these ordinals:
first second third fourth fifth sixth seventh eighth ninth tenth
eleventh twelfth
1. October is the month of the year.
2. January is the month of the year.
3. April is the month of the year.
4. March is the month of the year.
5. September is the month of the year.
6. June is the month of the year.
7. May is the month of the year.
8. February is the month of the year.
9. December is the month of the year.
10. July is the month of the year.
11. November is the month of the year.
12. August is the month of the year.
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Ordinals 2 - The Alphabet
Complete the sentences using an ordinal, for example, 'first', 'second', etc.
1. A is the letter of the alphabet.
2. P is the letter of the alphabet.
3. E is the letter of the alphabet.
4. X is the letter of the alphabet.
5. L is the letter of the alphabet.
6. T is the letter of the alphabet.
7. O is the letter of the alphabet.
8. M is the letter of the alphabet.
9. F is the letter of the alphabet.
10. G is the letter of the alphabet.
11. K is the letter of the alphabet.
12. R is the letter of the alphabet.
13. U is the letter of the alphabet.
14. D is the letter of the alphabet.
15. J is the letter of the alphabet.
Opposite Adjectives 1
Match the adjective on the left with its opposite adjective on the right:
clever high
poor soft
sunny stupid
wet rich
long rainy
fat dry
big short
good small
hard thin
low bad
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Opposite Adjectives 2
Match the adjective on the left with its opposite adjective on the right:
light
narrow
warm
short
old
cool
odd
fast
young flat
expensive hungry
normal
cheap
uneven
full
wide
slow
tall
dark
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Comparatives and Superlatives 1
Write the appropriate comparative and Superlative form of these adjectives:
adjective
example: big
1. light
2. clever
3. sunny
4. hard
5. thin comparative
bigger superlative
biggest
6. good
7. poor
8. short
9. late
10. happy
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Comparatives and Superlatives 2
Write the appropriate comparative and Superlative form of these adjectives:
adjective
example: big
1. shady
2. stupid
3. rainy
4. soft
5. fat
6. bad
7. rich comparative
bigger superlative
biggest
8. long
9. early
10. sad
Comparatives and Superlatives 3
Write the appropriate comparative and Superlative form of these adjectives:
adjective comparative superlative
example: big bigger biggest
1. nice
2. cold
3. clean
4. young
5. fast
6. large
7. hungry
8. narrow
9. red
10. near
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Comparatives and Superlatives 4
Write the appropriate comparative and Superlative form of these adjectives:
adjective
example: big comparative
bigger superlative
biggest
1. nasty
2. hot
3. dirty
4. old
5. slow
6. small
7. full
8. wide
9. green
10. far
Using Indefinite Articles 1
Which indefinite article should we write in front of the following words - 'a' or 'an'?
1. chair
2. girl
3. school
4. egg
5. hour
6. apple
7. exam
8. hospital
9. year
10. university
11. address
12. ear
13. sheep
14. tie
15. union
Using Indefinite Articles 2
Which indefinite article should we write in front of the following words - 'a' or 'an'?
1. orange
2. ice cream
3. pencil
4. umbrella
5. shoe
6. number
7. heater
8. interview
9. application form
10. heir
11. computer
12. bag
13. octopus
14. ewe
15. fridge
Countable and Uncountable Nouns 1
Complete the sentences using either 'a' or 'some':
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
sand in my shoe. five pound note in my wallet. wine in the cupboard. butter in the fridge. peanut butter on the worktop. radio in the kitchen. toothbrush in the bathroom. jam in the cupboard. magazine in the living room. queue at the post office. luggage in the car. suitcase in the bedroom. flour in the cupboard. sugar in your tea. bicycle outside.
Countable and Uncountable Nouns 2
Complete the sentences using either 'a' or 'some':
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
There is
rice in the cupboard. dog in the garden. postman coming to the door. alcohol in the fridge. bathroom upstairs. computer in the office. oil on the floor. ice on the windscreen. shirt in the tumble dryer. homework to do later on. food on the table. cheese in the fridge. light switch on the wall. vinegar on your chips. pen in my pocket.
Essential English
List of Common Uncountable Nouns
advice money
air music
alcohol news
art noise
beef oil
blood oxygen
butter paper
cheese patience
chewing gum pay
chocolate peace
coffee peanut butter
confusion pepper
cotton petrol
education plastic
electricity pork
entertainment power
experience pressure
fiction rain
flour rice
food sadness
forgiveness salt
fresh air sand
furniture shopping
gold silver
grass snow
ground space
happiness speed
history steam
homework sugar
honey sunshine
hope tea
ice tennis
information time
jam toothpaste
juice traffic
knowledge trousers
lamb vinegar
lightning washing up
literature washing up liquid
love water
luck weather
luggage wine
meat wood
milk wool
mist work
Test Your Grammar Skills
Using "There are . . . " & "There is . .
Write ten sentences using the words in the table.
people cupboards
a
there is
an
magazines bath bed sink
there are
some
armchair umbrella dining table knives and forks plant
hall
lounge dining room office
spare room garden
loft
conservatory kitchen bedroom bathroom airing cupboard
part three
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Using Personal Pronouns 1
Fill in the gaps using either 'I' or 'me':
I. Give that book to .
2. don't like working in shops.
3. Does your friend know ?
4. and Ted are going out for lunch.
5. need to ask you something.
6. 'm a vegetarian.
7. was the first one to finish my exam.
8. This is a picture of and mum on holiday.
9. This is the house they showed .
10. Did you know that live in Manchester?
II. Jenny told that you went to London last week.
12. will see you soon.
13. Deepak is older than .
14. Call when you get there.
15. This is the house where was born.
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Using Personal Pronouns 2
Fill in the gaps using either 'he' or 'him':
1. always goes home early on Tuesdays.
2. I asked for some help.
3. asked, "What's her problem?"
4. was always a bit quiet.
5. That's easy for to say.
6. Do you want to see now?
7. needs a new pair of shoes.
8. I think that is really selfish.
9. Can you ask ?
10. wasn't very well last week.
11. put on his coat and went out.
12. Gillian gave the largest piece of cake to .
13. I love spending time with .
14. Everyone told to be quiet.
15. There's something strange about .
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Using Personal Pronouns 3
Fill in the gaps using either 'she' or 'her':
1. thought he was joking.
2. has got long hair.
3. I see on the bus every day.
4. John called at half past nine.
5. Sally's sister gave a new jacket.
6. I know studies English.
7. 's quite serious, isn't she?
8. 's not interested in geography.
9. That guitar belongs to .
10. Is going on holiday with you?
11. waited in the rain for half an hour.
12. I told that you can't meet .
13. picked up the bag.
14. My neighbour said that wasn't coming.
15. Ask my sister if saw him.
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Using Personal Pronouns 4
Fill in the gaps using either 'we' or 'us':
1. aren't interested.
2. Nobody told .
3. They don't believe .
4. Will be able to meet up?
5. This is what wanted.
6. They saw walking down the road.
7. agree with you.
8. Tell what you mean.
9. hope that you enjoy yourselves.
10. Can tell you tomorrow?
11. don't want to go out.
12. This puts in a difficult position.
13. That's impossible for .
14. 'll do what can.
15. Thank you for inviting .
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Using Personal Pronouns 5
Fill in the gaps using either 'they' or 'them':
I. I don't know at all.
2. can't hear you.
3. Ask yourself.
4. Who is that man with ?
5. went to the cinema with Linda and Rachael last night.
6. Please tell that are early.
7. Somebody wants to see .
8. I will put on the waiting list.
9. are at the football match.
10. Did see you there?
II. I've never heard of .
12. I want to invite , but I think are busy.
13. cut the grass, just like I asked to.
14. It was kind of to say would help.
15. What colour curtains do want?
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Using Personal Pronouns 6
Subject pronouns I you he she it we they
Object pronouns me you him her it us them
Fill in each gap with either a subject pronoun or object pronoun:
1. Have you seen my dad? 's wearing a red shirt.
2. Are going to finish your dinner?
3. I don't like Christopher. really annoys .
4. Your bag is over there. Take with when you go.
5. We always go to bed early. Ten o'clock is late for .
6. Her shoes were dirty, so cleaned .
7. I'm going to the cinema. Do want to come with ?
8. My brother rang last night. was great to talk to .
9. Emily saw at the restaurant. They were having lunch.
10. The boy came up to and took my hand.
11. I don't think the shop is open. usually closes at five thirty.
12. I showed my photos. He thought were boring.
13. "How much is that CD?" " think 's £11.99."
14. Ben isn't coming to see the film. 's seen already.
15. It's sunny today, isn't ?
16. I went to see my aunt. was pleased to see .
17. It's good to see all. Thanks for coming.
18. Lara's boyfriend has broken up with . told
that doesn't love her any more.
19. were annoyed when their meal was late.
20. Adele said goodbye to her brother. She was sad to watch go.
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Adverbs of Frequency 1
Complete the graph by adding these words, along with a percentage to show frequency:
seldom often occasionally don't usually usually hardly ever sometimes frequently
100% always
0% never
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Adverbs of Frequency 2
Write ten sentences that are true for you, using adverbs of frequency. Then write ten sentences about your friend (use he or she and change the verb form):
always have lunch with Tony Blair.
usually use public transport.
frequently go to the theatre.
often smoke twenty cigarettes a day.
sometimes phone directory enquiries.
don't usually wash my hands before meals.
seldom have a pint after work.
occasionally put vinegar on my chips.
hardly ever look for a job at the Jobcentre.
never play football at the weekend.
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Adverbs of Frequency 3
Write ten sentences that are true for you, using adverbs of frequency. Then write ten sentences about your friend (use he or she and change the verb form):
always go shopping on a Monday afternoon.
usually watch TV in the evenings.
frequently go out to see a concert.
often wake up at six o'clock in the morning.
sometimes arrive at work on time.
don't usually have lunch in a posh restaurant.
seldom brush my teeth before going to bed.
occasionally have a bath or shower every day.
hardly ever have a cup of tea when I first wake up.
never listen to BBC Radio 4.
First Conditional 1
If I feel tired, I'll go to bed.
If I can't afford a new watch, I won't buy one.
If I see Carla, I'll tell you.
If you are going out, let me know.
If you're hungry, you can have an apple.
If I'm going to be late, I'll give you a call.
If I need a new suit, I'll have to buy one.
If I get a pay rise, we can go on holiday.
If you bring your car over, I might clean it for you.
If the bus is early, I will miss it.
If it starts raining, I'm going to get wet.
If my brother is there, he'll look after you.
If that sale is on, I might get some bargains.
If the CD stops, press 'play' to start it again.
If the doctor thinks it's necessary, I'll have to have an operation.
First Conditional 2
If the tiger starts growling, move away as quietly as you can.
If you damage my car, I'll be really annoyed.
If I give you ten pounds, can you do some shopping for me?
If you think I'm joking, I'll show you that I'm serious.
If anyone knows, Sarah will.
If you don't like dogs, you won't like Lee's new puppies.
If Leanne is going, I might go as well.
If you study hard, you'll get a certificate.
If tomorrow is fine, we could go to the beach.
If I wear a coat, I won't get cold.
If my sister phones, you should speak to her.
If you want to go swimming later, pack your swimming things.
If you've finished with the newspaper, give it to me.
If you don't know the right spelling, look it up in a dictionary.
If the tap continues to leak, you should call a plumber.
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'Wh - ' Questions 1
Complete each sentence, using what, where, when, who or why:
what (Information) where (location) when (time) who (people) why (reasons)
1. 's the time please?
2. did I just say?
3. do you think you are?
4. is my coat?
5. do you want to leave? This evening?
6. didn't you go to College this morning?
7. was the Battle of Hastings?
8. are you looking for?
9. 's your name?
10. is the front door open?
11. is the star of 'Spiderman'?
12. didn't you call me last night?
13. do you live?
14. did you go to last night?
15. " did you leave school?" "In 1994."
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'Wh - ' Questions 2
Complete each sentence, using what, where, when, who or why:
what (Information) where (location) when (time) who (people) why (reasons)
1. do you work?
2. were you talking to yesterday?
3. 's going on?
4. are you still in bed at four in the afternoon?
5. is your birthday?
6. did the builders get here?
7. did you put my magazine?
8. is the oldest person in this room?
9. are you going to tidy up your room?
10. is there a scratch on my new car?
11. is your sister's occupation?
12. should I talk to about my wages?
13. 's your favourite food?
14. has your friend been?
15. did the chicken cross the road?
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Compound Nouns 1
Compound nouns are formed from two or more other nouns, for example:
break + fast = breakfast
Can you match the words on the left with the words on the right to make fourteen compound nouns?
after
birth
book
table
air
tea
pan
paper
cave
horse
parent
home
car
cup
day
work
time
port
hood
noon
top
shelf
back
cake
board
man
pet
fly
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Compound Nouns 2
Compound nouns are formed from two or more other nouns, for example:
break + fast = breakfast
Can you match the words on the left with the words on the right to make fourteen compound nouns?
time side
bath house
in out
out hanger
no table
cliff eater
police body
some fall
bread room
ant bin
water break
wheel woman
fall barrow
day times
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Compound Nouns 3
Compound nouns are formed from two or more other nouns, for example:
break + fast = breakfast
Can you match the words on the left with the words on the right to make fourteen compound nouns?
lamp wheel foot in
human
shop
fire
foot
motor
butter
rail
mini
name
track
valid
shade
chair
ball
man age
lifter
bike suit sake
fly
way skirt kind
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Daily Routines
A) Complete the sentences below using a present simple verb:
I the newspaper at 8.00am.
I a coffee break at 10.30am.
I a shower at 7.30am.
I a bus to work at 8.30am.
I up at 7.15am.
I work at 9.00am.
I lunch at 1.00pm.
I to my friend on the phone at 2.30pm.
I an email at 2.40pm.
I up at 7.05am.
I breakfast at 7.45am.
I home at 5.00pm.
I my guitar at 9.00pm.
I dinner at 6.00pm.
I to bed at 11.10pm.
I football at 7.00pm.
I a book at 10.00pm.
I to the radio at 10.40pm.
I TV at 8.30pm.
I the dishes at 6.30pm.
I to sleep at about 11.20pm.
B) Write the sentences in the order that they happen.
C) Next: write about your daily routine.
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Complete the Sentences 1
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. I live in a...
a) car. b) office. c) house. d) factory.
2. I like watching TV every... a) year. b) minute. c) night. d) fortnight.
3. I like wearing...
a) curtains. b) jeans. c) newspapers. d) a box.
4. In the summer it is...
a) interesting. b) dark. c) expensive. d) hot.
5. In my living room I have a... a) bed. b) bath. c) garden chair. d) sofa.
6. I like my job because it is... a) enjoyable. b) terrible. c) boring. d) dull.
7. My favourite meal is...
a) coffee. b) milk c) water. d) sausage and chips.
8. Last night I saw a film at the... a) Indian restaurant. b) cinema. c) school. d) gym.
9. I have a girlfriend called... a) Terry. b) Bob. c) Laura. d) Jeff.
10. I work in a...
a) shop. b) phone booth. c) lift. d) optician's.
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Complete the Sentences 2
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. My dad is a . . . a) fireman. b) fireplace. c) fire brigade. d) fire engine.
2. I don't like taking . . . a) exam. b) exam paper. c) exams. d) exam preparation.
3. When do you want to go . . . a) homework? b) home? c) house? d) walk?
4. How much is a . . . a) price? b) tickets? c) ticket? d) pay?
5. My sister is twelve years . . . a) older. b) old. c) young. d) aged.
6. These questions are . . . a) easier. b) hardest. c) easy. d) easiest.
7. That clock on the wall is . . . a) young. b) fast. c) heavy. d) slowed.
8. Are you coming home . . . a) yesterday? b) tomorrow? c) last week? d) a week ago?
9. I go shopping twice a . . . a) hour. b) week. c) sometimes. d) never.
10. On Friday night I go to the . . . a) pubs. b) visit. c) cafes. d) pub.
11. How do I get to the post office from . . . a) everywhere? b) left? c) here? d) there?
12. I wish I could go on . . . a) break. b) weekend away. c) holiday. d) travelling.
13. There's something wrong with the . . . a) cleaned. b) dust. c) hoovered. d) dishwasher.
14. Friday is my favourite day of the . . . a) month. b) week. c) afternoon. d) year.
15. I start my new job next . . . a) monthly. b) month's time. c) months. d) month.
16. The film was really . . . a) badly. b) good. c) lonely. d) especially.
17. My exam results are . . . a) glad. b) surprised. c) disappointing. d) pleased.
18. The coach is waiting for . . . a) some. b) us. c) student. d) driver.
19. Nobody knows where the book . . . a) gone. b) said. c) were. d) is.
20. I like listening to the . . . a) cupboard. b) heater. c) radio. d) pictures.
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Complete the Sentences 3
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. I'm taking my wife to see a . . . a) theatre. b) play. c) poster. d) screen.
2. In the winter we leave the heating . . . a) under. b) in. c) on. d) near.
3. A giraffe has got a long . . . a) head. b) neck. c) arms. d) shoulder.
4. Can you pass me my folder . . . a) thanks? b) please? c) excuse me? d) hi?
5. I washed my hair this . . . a) later. b) never. c) morning. d) time.
6. Hussain can't play the . . . a) lamp. b) football. c) guitarist. d) piano.
7. My boss was really . . . a) pink. b) busy. c) entertain. d) into.
8. It's her birthday on the . . . a) fiftieth. b) day. c) eleventh. d) fourteen.
9. The concert started on . . . a) hour. b) arrived. c) time. d) month.
10. Her sink is blocked. She needs a . . a) baker. b) dentist. c) plumber. d) doctor.
11. I need to go to the bank before it . . a) opens. b) pays. c) arrives. d) closes.
12. Spring is my favourite . . . a) month. b) week. c) season. d) fortnight.
13. I'm going to get my hair . . . a) made. b) cut. c) covered. d) on.
14. The Romans came to Britain in . . . a) 45 RPM. b) 7.45 AM. c) 8th May. d) 55 BC.
15. Have we got any more . . . a) sausage? b) baked bean? c) bacon? d) biscuit?
16. What is the capital of . . . a) UK? b) London? c) South America? d) the UK?
17. We've booked our . . . a) travel agent. b) holiday. c) library. d) pizzas.
18. Have you got a student . . . a) with? b) loan? c) line? d) discounts?
19. When will my car be . . . a) ready? b) real? c) relied? d) related?
20. Have you ever met my . . . a) soldier? b) dad's? c) sister? d) famous?
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Complete the Sentences 4
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. Do you mind if I have a . . .
2. My mother lives in . . .
3. Do you like crossword . . .
4. What's your sister's . . .
5. We live in a semi-detached
6. The only one who knows is
7. We aren't going to make . . .
8. They are just good . . .
9. My car won't . . .
10. We are saving up to get . .
11. This film is really . . .
12. Can I borrow your . . .
13. That's the last . . .
14. School is the best time of .
15. My leg . . .
16. This problem is . . .
17. When shall I come . . .
18. The policeman told me to .
19. Jemma stole my . . .
20. The concert starts at . . .
a) washing? b) watch TV? c) show? d) shower?
a) a field. b) Newcastle. c) wherever. d) road.
a) please? b) puzzles? c) game? d) written?
a) neighbour? b) friends? c) name? d) aged? . a) bank. b) garden. c) estate. d) house. . a) Harry Miller. b) cat. c) the computer. d) everybody.
a) us. b) it. c) in. d) if.
a) of you. b) sense. c) friends. d) advice.
a) drive. b) start. c) gone. d) broken.
a) buying. b) shopping. c) married. d) expensive.
a) good. b) greater. c) open. d) enjoyed.
a) elbow? b) ruler? c) waiter? d) time?
a) one. b) isn't it? c) times. d) gone. . a) his life. b) their lives. c) your life. d) Owen's life.
a) ends. b) goes. c) hurts. d) changes.
a) often. b) grey. c) early. d) serious.
a) with? b) round? c) under? d) go on? . a) calm down. b) accident. c) cried. d) replied.
a) achieves. b) age. c) make up. d) disliked.
a) one. b) thirteen. c) time. d) in the evening.
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Complete the Sentences 5
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. How many children have you . . . a) came? b) own? c) got? d) took?
2. My uncle and aunt are . . . a) people. b) divorced. c) mixed. d) into.
3. I love reading a good . . . a) phone call. b) receipt. c) gas bill. d) novel.
4. The future will be . . . a) afraid. b) bright. c) interested. d) waited.
5. Once upon a . . . a) time. b) who. c) story. d) Time.
6. The man left his . . . a) future. b) in it. c) keys. d) addressed.
7. I bought some flowers at the . . . a) optician's. b) market. c) carrier bag. d) bakery.
8. Noel watched his brother . . . a) come home. b) came home. c) lived. d) hear.
9. Your dog is so well- . . . a) travelled. b) meant. c) done. d) behaved.
10. I feel tired after that . . . a) go swimming. b) walk. c) go out. d) exercised.
11. The only way is . . . a) about. b) in. c) out. d) up.
12. I'm sorry about . . . a) getting. b) that. c) when. d) who.
13. Aren't those fireworks . . . a) smelly? b) excited. c) lovely? d) gone?
14. I didn't like your . . . a) name. b) address. c) attitude. d) farmer.
15. Petrol is far too . . . a) near. b) going. c) great. d) expensive.
16. The shock will kill . . . a) him. b) everything. c) flowers. d) hers.
17. It doesn't rain every . . . a) afternoons. b) day. c) day? d) all the time.
18. The show must go . . . a) if. b) since. c) on. d) up.
19. Blackpool is on the west . . . a) coast. b) sea. c) lake. d) resort.
20. How many stars are there in the . . . a) air? b) evening? c) sky? d) sky.
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Complete the Sentences 6
Write the sentences and complete them by choosing the best option below:
1. We never even said . . . a) hello. b) good afternoon. c) see ya. d) goodbye.
2. My hands were . . . a) taken. b) clean. c) serious. d) looked.
3. My husband's name is . . . a) Derek. b) Emma. c) Charlotte. d) father.
4. The piano is too heavy to . . a) be. b) got. c) advise. d) move.
5. That girl looks . . . a) hurrah. b) ridiculously. c) silly. d) really.
6. Let's try to save the . . . a) travel. b) impossible. c) planet. d) recycle it.
7. That was 20p cheaper in . . . a) this shop. b) that way. c) this piece. d) her own.
8. Can you speak a bit . . . a) up a bit? b) please? c) more time? d) louder?
9. The coffee is over . . . a) then. b) there. c) taken. d) where.
10. Then he told us a . . . a) long. b) time. c) place. d) story.
11. I don't believe . . . a) in. b) if. c) it. d) is.
12. Who wants to go . . . a) first. b) second time? c) that? d) first?
13. It was only a . . . a) agree. b) fun. c) joke. d) good.
14. Give me a . . . a) egg. b) ring. c) apple. d) ring me.
15. We don't know what to . . . a) think. b) thought. c) wished. d) did.
16. It was chucking it . . . a) in. b) down. c) with. d) up.
17. Can I help at . . . a) the morning? b) with you? c) all. d) all?
18. My mum sent me a . . . a) shopping. b) present. c) Letter. d) blue.
19. We didn't enjoy . . . a) camping. b) camped. c) the curtains. d) us.
20. I live in . . . a) bristol. b) Bristol? c) Bristol. d) BristoL.
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Sentence Building 1
Write these words in the correct order to make a sentence: 1. dog My to go on diet. needs a
2. went house I night. friend's my to last
3. to seashore. live the I would near like
4. had some I buy would a car. money If I
5. last my Saturday. was birthday It
6. three-bedroomed I live a in house.
7. new to I buy curtains. some need
8. on Spain. I On going to holiday am Monday
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Sentence Building 2
Write these words in the correct order to make a sentence: 1. need I for a stamp letter. my
2. me tell the please? time you Can
3. spaghetti like like but pizza. I don't I
4. My is Oliver book favourite by Dickens. Twist
5. Sunday came my to sister us. On see
6. felt I early. I so to bed went tired
7. party. else Everybody at the was
8. holiday Would like you them? to with on go
The Plays of William Shakespeare
1. Write these words in the right order to make some famous quotations:
a) be, is be, or not the "To question." to that
b) music food be the of "If love, on." play
c) bold." made made drunk hath which hath them "That me
d) here?" hempen we "What swaggering homespuns have
e) thou yet daughter." art blood, "But flesh, my my my
f) lord, thy husband keeper." thy "Thy life, thy is
g) dear more." the "Once unto once more friends, breach,
h) "A kingdom My horse!" horse! A a horse! for
2. Write the name of the play, and the character's name
3. Write the numbers of the Act and Scene where you can find these lines
part four
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Füll Stops 1
Add fall stops to this text:
My name is Tim I live in Nottingham, which is a city in the UK I live in a small detached house with my wife Jenny, and our two children, Lisa and James I work at Debenhams in Nottingham, and I really enjoy my job I am a sales manager for the sports clothing department Debenhams is the largest department store in Nottingham and there are branches all over the UK
When I'm not at work I like to play tennis with my friend Joe He is much better than me, but I still enjoy it At the weekends I sometimes take my family to Manchester to visit Jenny's mum She lives at Pine View Nursing Home in a nice suburb of the city and has been there for about five years She loves to see her grandchildren James always tells her about what he is doing at school James and Lisa both go to the same school, Mount Street Junior School
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Füll Stops 2
Add fall stops to this text:
Hello, I'm Jenny, Tim's wife We have been married for almost eleven years I met Tim when we were both at university I studied Physics while Tim studied Business Management We graduated from Cardiff University in 1989, and went to live in Birmingham We got married in 1993 at Lincoln Cathedral I took a one-year post-graduate teaching course, then got a job teaching Science at Lincoln High School
We moved to Nottingham in 1996 where Lisa was born I remember that she was a very fat baby, but a happy one! My mum helped us with looking after the baby in the first year, before she had to go into the nursing home in Manchester She wanted to move to a home in Manchester because that is where my two older sisters and their families live We go to visit often - when I can get Tim to drive us up there! I don't drive I took some lessons when I was a student in Cardiff but I found driving on the roads quite frightening and gave up! Perhaps one day I will try again
About two years after we had Lisa, James was born He was born at St.Patrick's hospital in Nottingham It seems like it was only last week I can't believe he's already at school
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Using Capital Letters 3
Put capital letters in the right places in this text:
my name is tim. i live in nottingham, which is a city in the uk. i live in a small detached house with my wife Jenny, and our two children, lisa and james. i work at debenhams in nottingham, and i really enjoy my job. i am a sales manager for the sports clothing department. debenhams is the largest department store in nottingham and there are branches all over the uk.
when i'm not at work i like to play tennis with my friend joe. he is much better than me, but i still enjoy it. at the weekends i sometimes take my family to manchester to visit jenny's mum. she lives at pine view nursing home in a nice suburb of the city and has been there for about five years. she loves to see her grandchildren. james always tells her about what he is doing at school. james and lisa both go to the same school, mount street junior school.
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Using Capital Letters 4
Put capital letters in the right places in this text:
hello, i'm jenny, tim's wife. we have been married for almost eleven years. i met tim when we were both at university. i studied physics while tim studied business management. we graduated from cardiff university in 1989, and went to live in birmingham. we got married in 1993 at lincoln cathedral. i took a one-year post-graduate teaching course, then got a job teaching science at lincoln high school.
we moved to nottingham in 1996 where lisa was born. i remember that she was a very fat baby, but a happy one! my mum helped us with looking after the baby in the first year, before she had to go into the nursing home in manchester. she wanted to move to a home in manchester because that is where my two older sisters and their families live. we go to visit often - when i can get tim to drive us up there! i don't drive. i took some lessons when i was a student in cardiff but i found driving on the roads quite frightening and gave up! perhaps one day i will try again.
about two years after we had lisa, james was born. he was born at st.patrick's hospital in nottingham. it seems like it was only last week. i can't believe he's already at school.
Talking about the Past 1
Complete the sentences below using one of these verbs:
went ate watched was came did had drank heard walked
1. I missed the bus so I home.
2. I some cereal and toast for my breakfast.
3. Last week I to London for the weekend.
4. I you talking about my friend yesterday.
5. Last night I a film about space travel.
6. I didn't go alone. My friend with me.
7. you enjoy the concert?
8. It raining this morning so I didn't go out.
9. I two glasses of water before going to bed.
10. I went to the shop to see if they any postcards.
Talking about the Past 2
Complete the sentences below using one of these verbs:
went laughed made was left did had tried wanted cooked
1. I a really nice meal for my mum's birthday.
2. My brother to come too, but he wasn't allowed.
3. We all when Tina fell off her chair!
4. I think that we were for each other.
5. Kim and Charlotte the party at 1.40am.
6. He to call you but couldn't get through.
7. I thinking of going to the coast next weekend.
8. you know that Tessa is getting married?
9. I went home after the concert finished.
10. My friends all to see the new exhibition in town.
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Past Events - The Life of Captain James Cook
Complete the sentences below using one of these verbs:
saw landed arrived joined married crossed stayed born met left buried worked became returned promoted murdered departed hit
1. James Cook was on 27th October 1728.
2. He first as an apprentice to a shopkeeper in Staithes, N. Yorkshire.
3. He the Royal Navy in 1755, aged 26 years old.
4. He Elizabeth Batts on 21st December 1762.
5. He from his first voyage to Newfoundland as a surveyor in
November 1763.
6. He was to the rank of lieutenant in the Royal Navy in 1768.
7. He from Plymouth in the Endeavour on 26th August 1768.
8. The Endeavour at Tahiti on 11th April 1769.
9. Cook and his men at Botany Bay (in Australia) on 28th April 1770.
10. The Endeavour a coral reef, causing great problems, in June 1770.
11. Cook and his wife with his father in Yorkshire in December 1771.
12. Cook Plymouth in the Resolution for his second round-the-world
voyage on 13th July 1772.
13. The Resolution the Antarctic Circle for the first time in January 1773.
14. Cook ill as the expedition neared Easter Island in February 1774.
15. When he arrived back in England in the summer of 1775 he King
George III.
16. Cook the west coast of North America on 6th March 1778.
17. He was in Hawaii on Valentine's Day 1779.
18. The remains of Cook's body were in Kealakekua Bay on 22nd
February 1779.
Second Conditional 1
If I were you, I'd get my hair cut.
If I had the time, I'd take up golf.
If I saw you more often, we could get to know each other better.
If I lost my wallet, I'd report it at the police station.
If I met Michael Jordan, I'd ask him for his autograph.
If I won the lottery, I'd buy a house for my brother.
If I wasn't so lazy, I'd start my own business.
If my friend were here, you could meet him.
If I drank too much, I'd be sure to make a fool of myself.
If I studied more often, I might get better grades.
If I woke up at nine am, I'd be late for work.
If I entered the competition, I wouldn't do very well.
If I played football for England, they wouldn't keep losing!
If I saw my children smoking, I'd be really angry with them.
If I came to class early, I could finish my homework.
Second Conditional 2
If I bought a video recorder, I wouldn't miss my favourite soap.
If I wore that red dress, they would all notice me.
If I left it up to you, we wouldn't get anything done.
If I had a word-processing package, I could type up my reports.
If I were twenty years' younger, I'd marry her!
If I needed help, I would ask you.
If I moved to Canada, I could get a good job out there.
If we took part in the quiz, we might win it.
If we saw that film, you wouldn't enjoy it.
If the Computer crashed, you'd lose all your unsaved work.
If our boat got lost, we'd have to call for help.
If I told her that I'm a vegetarian, she'd be surprised.
If my washing machine broke, I'd get it mended.
If I had a heart attack, I might die.
If I were Prime Minister, I'd privatise the NHS.
Third Conditional 1
If you'd eaten your dinner, you wouldn't have been hungry.
If I'd married Harry, we would have been happy.
If I'd sold my car to you, you'd have got a bargain.
If you'd attended every lesson, you'd have passed that exam easily.
If it'd been sunny yesterday, we would've gone to the beach.
If I'd told you about Chantal, you wouldn't have believed me.
If we'd read the map properly, we wouldn't have got lost.
If you'd asked her, she could've come as well.
If I'd won the lottery, I wouldn't be shopping in charity shops!
If you'd eaten all of your main course, you could've had some dessert.
If I'd had the chance, I would have gone to university.
If I'd had your phone number, I could've called you.
If I'd asked the doctor, she would've advised me on what to do.
If I'd lent you my lawnmower, you would have broken it.
If I'd watched that programme, I would've been bored stiff.
Third Conditional 2
If I'd had the salmon, I might have got food poisoning.
If I'd gone to the interview, I might have got the job.
If they'd scored another goal, they would've won.
If I'd found some money, I would've handed it in.
If I'd taken a taxi, I would have been there by now.
If I'd thrown away your magazine, you would've been annoyed.
If I'd gone on the trip to London, I would've visited Hyde Park.
If I'd eaten your chocolates, I would've felt a bit guilty.
If I'd known it was your birthday, I would've got you a present.
If we didn't remember which room it was, we could've asked Stephen.
If the train had been late, we would've missed our appointment.
If I'd had the courage, I would've confronted her.
If I'd opened the shop on Sundays, I would've compromised my beliefs.
If you'd been here earlier, you could have had a free drink.
If my shirt had been dry, I could have put it on.
Zero Conditional 1
If you heat water, it boils.
If you put salt and vinegar on chips, they taste nicer.
If you need assistance, press here.
If you don't come on time, you miss such a lot.
If you feel tired, it's a good idea to go to bed.
If it rains, it's good for the garden.
If I eat too many sweets, I put on weight.
If I get up too early, I feel tired all day.
If I have toothache, I go to the dentist's.
If I feel ill, I make an appointment with my GP.
If I read without my glasses on, I strain my eyes.
If the number 54 is late, the next bus is the 56.
If school finishes early, I usually go to my friend's house.
If the post comes on time, I look at it before I go to work.
If you spill coffee on my laptop, it doesn't agree with it!
Zero Conditional 2
Soap dissolves if you leave it in water.
Plants die if you don't water them.
Milk goes off if you don't keep it in a cool place.
Askthe teacher if you don't understand.
I don't mind if you want to use the car.
Children get upset if they're being bullied.
Stamps can be good fun if you enjoy collecting things.
It can be hard to access the web if you don't have a PC at home.
The heater comes on if you press this switch.
Pasta tastes awful if you let it boil for too long.
I can go early on Fridays if I ask my manager's permission.
I usually like listening to the radio if Julie has it on.
My mind goes blank if you put me on the spot.
The car runs like a dream if you service it regularly.
Dogs really like it if you walk them regularly.
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Writing Comparisons 1
Write a sentence comparing one thing with another. For example:
Compare two rooms in your house: My bathroom is smaller than my living room.
1. Compare two people in your class:
2. Compare two films that you have seen:
3. Compare two Asian countries:
4. Compare two types of transport:
5. Compare two novels that you have read:
6. Compare two places near to where you live:
7. Compare two famous people from history:
8. Compare two capital cities:
9. Compare two occupations:
10. Compare two days of the week:
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Writing
Comparisons 2
Write a sentence comparing
one thing with another.
For example:
Compare two animals: An elephant
is larger than a cat.
1. Compare two teachers that you have had:
2. Compare two television programmes:
3. Compare two members of your family:
4. Compare two European cities:
5. Compare two types of music:
6. Compare two places that you have visited on holiday:
7. Compare two makes of car:
8. Compare two planets in the Solar System:
9. Compare two restaurants that you know:
10. Compare two languages:
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Homophones 1
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings. Write an English word that sounds the same as each of these words:
1. allowed
2. jeans
3. father
4. tide
5. peace
6. see
7. weather
8. you
9. pour
10. none
11. hear
12. floor
13. by
14. cereal
15. vein
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Homophones 2
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings.
Write an English word that sounds the same as each of these words:
1. stair
2. need
3. pear
4. wear
5. road
6. made
7. dual
8. beech
9. aunt
10. feet
11. for
12. lane
13. idle
14. great
15. bass
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List of Common Homophones
Homophones are words that sound the same as each other, but have different spellings and meanings. Here are some common examples:
allowed aloud lead led
aunt aren't least leased
ball bawl loan lone
base bass male mail
be bee meet meat
bear bare mind mined
berry bury morning mourning
blue blew naval navel
boar bore new knew
board bored no know
bread bred one won
buy by pear pair
by bye pie pi
cereal serial piece peace
check cheque pier peer
Council counsel poor pour
course coarse rain reign
dam damn raw roar
deer dear read reed
die dye red read
doe dough road rode
earn urn sale sail
eight ate saw sore
faint feint see sea
farther father sun son
feet feat tail tale
find fined tea tee
flair flare their they're
floor flaw they're there
flower flour tide tied
for four too to
fur fir two too
great grate wail whale
hart heart warn worn
heal heel weal wheel
hear here wear where
heard herd weather whether
hi high week weak
hole whole weight wait
idle idol while wile
in inn wood would
it's its write right
jeans genes yew you
lane lain your you're
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Being Polite
We are usually more polite to people who we respect or who we don't know well. We tend to use more direct language with our friends and close relatives.
Match the polite sentence with the direct sentence that has the same meaning:
Polite:
1. Can I have a cake?
2. Would you be able to keep the noise down please?
3. Can you pass me the lemonade please?
4. Would you like to sit down?
5. Can you tell me how long you are going to be please?
6. I wondered if I would possibly be able to borrow the newspaper after you have finished with it.
7. Excuse me. I'm afraid I don't know your name.
8. I'm sorry but I've got to go home now.
9. Would you mind if I came with you and Diane to the cinema?
10. Excuse me. I'm ever so sorry to bother you. I hope you don't mind but would it be possible at all for you to tell me the time please?
Direct:
a) Sit down.
b) Get a move on.
c) Who are you?
d) What's the time?
e) Give me a cake.
f) I'm coming with you.
g) Give me a drink.
h) I want the paper now!
i) Shut up!
j) I'm off.
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Good Advice 1
Match the question on the left to the good advice given on the right:
1. Are you hungry?
2. Are you unhappy?
3. Are you bored?
4. Are you tired?
5. Are you in a hurry?
6. Are you feeling ill?
7. Are you lonely?
8. Are you thirsty?
9. Do you need some new shoes?
10. Do you need a new suit?
11. Do you feel stressed out?
12. Do you like boats?
13. Do you like trees and grass?
14. Do you like ill people?
15. Do you want to be a millionaire?
16. Do you want to be famous?
17. Do you want to be happy?
18. Do you like mountains?
19. Are you unfit?
20. Do you want to lose weight?
a) Go to the doctor's!
b) Have something to eat!
c) Go and work in a hospital!
d) Go for a ten mile run!
e) Have something to drink!
f) Go and buy some!
g) Go to bed!
h) Cheer up - it might never happen!
i) Go and sit in a field!
j) Go and get one!
k) Make some friends!
l) Go and do something!
m) Go and buy a lottery ticket!
n) Go on a sailing holiday!
o) Stop eating chocolate and cakes!
p) Start by making others happy.
q) Slow down a bit!
r) Get a part in a Hollywood blockbuster! s) Go to the Himalayas! t) Calm down!
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Good Advice 2
Match the question on the left to the good advice given on the right:
1. Do you like meeting people? a) Good for you!
2. Do you like cars? b) Get a job as a receptionist!
3. Are you very shy? c) Become a racing driver.
4. Are you looking for romance? d) Go and visit St Paul's Cathedral.
5. Are you lucky in love? e) Go to the hairdressers!
6. Do you want to be poor? f) Put some gloves on!
7. Do you like pop music? g) Go and buy some new plants!
8. Do you like watching films? h) Go and work in a garage!
9. Do you need help with maths? i) Go to a nice restaurant!
10. Have you got long hair? j) Buy a calculator!
11. Have you got cold hands? k) Give all your money away!
12. Do you like good food? l) Go on holiday to Spain!
13. Do you like gardening? m) Phone somebody!
14. Do you live in London? n) Switch on the TV!
15. Do you like flying? o) Join a dating agency!
16. Do you like talking? p) Go on a confidence-building course.
17. Do you know how to read a map? q) Get a job as a film reviewer.
18. Do you like lying in the sun all day? r) Buy a couple of CDs.
19. Do you like watching TV? s) Become an air hostess!
20. Do you like driving really fast? t) Go on a walking holiday!
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Good Advice 3
Match the question on the left to the good advice given on the right:
1. Do you like looking good? a) Take off your jumper!
2. Do you like jam? b) Go to Panama!
3. Are you dirty? c) Move to a smaller one!
4. Have you got long hair? d) Buy a cow!
5. Do you always wake up late? e) Buy a better one!
6. Do you hate your job? f) Make yourself a jam sandwich!
7. Is your house too big? g) Go to the Sahara Desert!
8. Do you like drinking fresh milk? h) Why not get it cut?
9. Do you enjoy swimming? i) Go to a birthday party!
10. Do you like penguins? j) Go to a carpet shop!
11. Are you too hot? k) Join a tennis club!
12. Are you too cold? l) Buy some big shoes!
13. Do you like long canals? m) Buy an alarm clock!
14. Do you like sand dunes? n) Become a model.
15. Do you like birthday cake? o) Go to the South Pole!
16. Do you like getting wet? p) Put a warm coat on!
17. Do you need a new carpet? q) Go on a boat trip and jump in!
18. Do you like playing tennis? r) Have a bath!
19. Do you have big feet? s) Apply for a different one!
20. Is your mobile phone rubbish? t) Throw away your umbrella!
Essential English
Write Your Own Flashcards
Answers to Worksheets and Notes for Use
Part One
5 Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday; January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December; one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten, eleven, twelve, thirteen, fourteen, fifteen, sixteen, seventeen, eighteen, nineteen, twenty, twenty one, twenty two, twenty three, twenty four, twenty five, twenty six, twenty seven, twenty eight, twenty nine, thirty.
7 This blank form can be used to test spelling skills and vocabulary within a wide variety of vocabulary sets. Students have to write a word that belongs to a given set, beginning with each letter of the alphabet. For example, you could ask them to write an adjective, or an occupation, for every letter of the alphabet.
8 1. Friday. 2. October. 3. Thursday. 4. April. 5. February. 6. Monday. 7. Saturday. 8. autumn. 9. January. 10. November. 11. March. 12. June.
9 1. Sunday. 2. spring. 3. Wednesday. 4. December. 5. summer. 6. July. 7. winter. 8. May. 9. September. 10. August. 11. Tuesday.
10 1. a) 2. c) 3. d) 4. b) 5. a) 6. b) 7. d)
11 1. b) 2. a) 3. c) 4. a) 5. d) 6. b) 7. c) 8. a) 9. b) 10. d) 11. b) 12. d)
12 1. 1st January 1997; 2. 5th June 1978; 3. 10th July 2002; 4. 14th August 1973; 5. 22nd November 2001; 6. 31st December 1986; 7. 3rd February 1990;
8. 17th January 2000; 9. 27th March 1995; 10. 20th April 1979; 11. 30th October
2001; 12. 9th June 1997; 13. 13th September 2002; 14. 2nd November 1983; 15. 1st January 1980.
13 1. 2nd January 1999; 2. 1st February 2003; 3. 16th September 1997; 4. 2nd March
1965; 5. 1st March 1994; 6. 4th August 2001; 7. 10th February 1996;
8. 15th December 1970; 9. 29th October 2002; 10. 2nd February 1996;
11. 14th May 2002; 12. 1st May 2001; 13. 12th November 1998; 14. 15th January
1984; 15. 4th August 2002.
14 to be: I am, You are, He is, She is, It is, We are, They are.
to go: I go, You go, He goes, She goes, It goes, We go, They go. to do: I do, You do, He does, She does, It does, We do, They do. to have: I have, You have, He has, She has, It has, We have, They have.
15 to be: I was, You were, He was, She was, It was, We were, They were.
to go: I went, You went, He went, She went, It went, We went, They went.
to do: I did, You did, He did, She did, It did, We did, They did.
to have: I had, You had, He had, She had, It had, We had, They had.
16 to be: I am being, You are being, He is being, She is being, It is being, We are being,
They are being. to go: I am going, You are going, He is going, She is going, It is
going, We are going, They are going. to do: I am doing, You are doing, He is doing,
She is doing, It is doing, We are doing, They are doing. to have: I am having, You
are having, He is having, She is having, It is having, We are having, They are having.
17 The following should start with a capital letter: John, England, Pizza Hut, Monday,
New York, January, Sarah, King Edward High School, Atlantic Ocean, December,
French.
18 The following should start with a capital letter: Claire, Spain, Mount Everest, Indian, Paris, August, Steven, Doctor I P Jones, Burger King, Manchester General Hospital, Wednesday.
19 1. My sister's name is Jackie. 2. Friday is my favourite day of the week. 3. I like watching Eastenders on BBC 1. 4. Charles Dickens was a famous writer. He was born in Portsmouth. 5. Lisa and Chantal are going on holiday to Portugal in May.
6. Did you go to school today? 7. My new address is 248 Normanton Road in
Nottingham. 8. When are you going to the hospital? 9. My doctor is getting a new
receptionist. She's called Louise Robson. 10. Ben and I are going to look around
Leicester Grammar School on Wednesday.
20 1. How do I get to the library from here? 2. The coach for London leaves in about half an hour. 3. My birthday is in September. I usually go out for a drink with my friends. 4. What do you want for dinner tonight? 5. Birmingham is the second largest city in the UK. 6. I'll have a Coke please and two packets of Walkers crisps. 7. If you need to see a consultant go to the Derbyshire Royal Infirmary. 8. Mary Poppins is my mum's favourite film. She likes Julie Andrews. 9. I drive a red Fiat Punto and my uncle drives a green BMW. 10. I joined Morton Park Golf Club last week. It was very expensive.
21 1. What is your brother's name? 2. What is your address? 3. What is your favourite food? 4. What is your name? 5. What is the date today? 6. How much is that shirt?
7. How are you? 8. What is your surname? 9. What is your postcode? 10. When is
your birthday?
22 1. Where are the toilets? 2. Where are you from? 3. What is your phone number? 4. What is the answer? 5. What is your nationality? 6. How old is it? 7. Who is your best friend? 8. Which one is it? 9. Where is my shirt? 10. How old are you?
23 1. What is your first name? 2. What is the capital of Australia? 3. Is that your friend's car? 4. Is it cold outside? 5. When is the concert? 6. Are his parents nice? 7. How many people are there in your class? 8. What is your favourite colour? 9. When was the Battle of Hastings? 10. Are you OK?
24 1. What do you do in your free time? 2. Where do you live? 3. How do you do? 4. How do you get there? 5. What do you do for a living? 6. What do you think? 7. What do you want? 8. Who do you want to speak to? 9. Where do you want to go? 10. Do you know him?
25 1. Do you have to ask? 2. When do you want to have lunch? 3. Do you have any stamps? 4. Do you have any brothers and sisters? 5. Where do you work? 6. What do you want for breakfast? 7. Who do you think you are? 8. Which newspapers do you read? 9. Why do you like playing snooker? 10. Do you want some fish and chips?
26 1. Where do you come from? 2. Do you think English is boring? 3. Which one do
you like best? 4. What do they want to know? 5. Do you feel OK? 6. Does she enjoy
watching old films? 7. Does Louis work hard? 8. Do you want to start this course?
9. Do you know the way to the library? 10. Do you want me to come with you?
27 1. Where have you been? 2. What have you been doing? 3. Why have you come to this class? 4. When have I got to arrive? 5. Have you got any money? 6. Have you got the time please? 7. Have you seen my friend? 8. Have you looked in every cupboard? 9. Have you closed the curtains? 10. Why hasn't she done the washing up?
28 1. Have you been here before? 2. Which films have you seen? 3. Have you got any oranges? 4. Have you had your tea? 5. Have you finished with that magazine?
6. Has he told you that I'm leaving? 7. Have you got your certificate yet? 8. Have
you changed your phone number? 9. What have you learnt today? 10. Have you
bought a birthday card for Jane?
29 1. When have you got to go? 2. Why hasn't he finished painting the bathroom?
3. Have you finished your meal? 4. Have you heard the new CD by Bon Jovi?
5. What have they been saying to you? 6. What have you done to your hair?
7. What has he done with my photos? 8. Where have they been on holiday? 9. Who
has she been talking to? 10. Why haven't you tidied up?
30 1. find. 2. knows. 3. be. 4. its. 5. mail. 6. board. 7. mourning. 8. by. 9. high.
10. bare. 11. meet. 12. dear. 13. for. 14. heel. 15. aren't.
31 1. pail. 2. one. 3. mind. 4. no. 5. loan. 6. pear. 7. plane. 8. new. 9. read.
10. poor. 11. piece. 12. night. 13. none. 14. raise. 15. or.
Part Two
32 1. fourteen. 2. forty two. 3. two. 4. fifteen. 5. three. 6. eighty. 7. sixty. 8. four. 9. six. 10. thirty. 11. thirty seven. 12. fifty three.
33 1. sixteen. 2. forty three. 3. thirty eight. 4. minus nine (-9). 5. thirty five. 6. one hundred and forty five. 7. forty eight. 8. eleven. 9. fifteen. 10. two hundred and seventy five. 11. eighty four. 12. sixty seven.
34 a) twelve; twenty seven; sixty eight; sixty three; one hundred and eighty nine.
b) twelve; eight; forty; fifty seven; forty two.
c) eighty; ninety eight; one hundred and fifty six; one hundred and forty six; five hundred and eighty four.
35 a) twelve; twenty; nineteen; one hundred and seventy one; one hundred and seventy
eight.
b) fifty five; twenty five; seventy five; fifty seven; sixty nine.
c) seventy six; one hundred and thirty nine; one hundred and ten; one hundred and twenty; four hundred and eighty.
36 a) sixteen; thirty seven; seventy two; sixty four; six hundred and forty.
b) seventy one; sixty five; fifty three; two hundred and twelve; two thousand three hundred and eighteen.
c) one thousand one hundred and forty nine; one thousand one hundred and fifty three; one thousand and seventy two; two thousand one hundred and forty four; six thousand seven hundred and nineteen.
37 1. six pounds forty nine pence. 2. fifteen pounds nineteen pence. 3. fourteen pounds sixty seven pence. 4. thirty seven pounds eighty five pence. 5. eight pounds eighty eight pence. 6. three hundred and forty six pounds fifty one pence. 7. six pounds fifty pence. 8. thirteen pounds fifty pence. 9. four pounds forty nine pence. 10. nine pounds seventy six pence. 11. forty two pounds seventy one pence. 12. thirty six pounds eleven pence.
38 1. six pounds eighty pence. 2. twenty two pounds forty nine pence. 3. eight pounds ninety seven pence. 4. eighteen pounds. 5. forty two pounds ninety eight pence.
6. twenty five pence. 7. twenty six pounds forty five pence. 8. one pound twenty seven pence. 9. eleven pounds forty three pence. 10. one hundred and twenty eight pounds ninety seven pence. 11. sixty seven pence. 12. one pound seven pence.
39 1. tenth. 2. first. 3. fourth. 4. third. 5. ninth. 6. sixth. 7. fifth. 8. second. 9. twelfth. 10. seventh. 11. eleventh. 12. eighth.
40 1. first. 2. sixteenth. 3. fifth. 4. twenty fourth. 5. twelfth. 6. twentieth. 7. fifteenth.
8. thirteenth. 9. sixth. 10. seventh. 11. eleventh. 12. eighteenth. 13. twenty first.
14. fourth. 15. tenth.
41 clever/stupid; poor/rich; sunny/rainy; wet/dry; long/short; fat/thin; big/small; good/bad; hard/soft; low/high.
42 light/dark; warm/cool; old/young; odd/normal; fast/slow; expensive/cheap; hungry/full; uneven/flat; wide/narrow; tall/short.
43 1. lighter, lightest. 2. cleverer, cleverest. 3. sunnier, sunniest. 4. harder, hardest.
5. thinner, thinnest. 6. better, best. 7. poorer, poorest. 8. shorter, shortest. 9. later, latest. 10. happier, happiest.
44 1. shadier, shadiest. 2. stupider, stupidest. 3. rainier, rainiest. 4. softer, softest.
5. fatter, fattest. 6. worse, worst. 7. richer, richest. 8. longer, longest. 9. earlier,
earliest. 10. sadder, saddest.
Note: worksheets number 43 and 44 can be used together to teach opposite adjectives, e.g. light is the opposite of shady.
45 1. nicer, nicest. 2. colder, coldest. 3. cleaner, cleanest. 4. younger, youngest.
5. faster, fastest. 6. larger, largest. 7. hungrier, hungriest. 8. narrower, narrowest.
9. redder, reddest. 10. nearer, nearest.
46 1. nastier, nastiest. 2. hotter, hottest. 3. dirtier, dirtiest. 4. older, oldest. 5. slower,
slowest. 6. smaller, smallest. 7. fuller, füllest. 8. wider, widest. 9. greener, greenest.
10. further, furthest or farther, farthest.
Note: worksheets number 45 and 46 can be used together to teach opposite adjectives, e.g. nice is the opposite of nasty.
47 1. a; 2. a; 3. a; 4. an; 5. an; 6. an; 7. an; 8. a; 9. a; 10. a; 11. an; 12. an; 13. a;
14. a; 15. a.
48 1. an; 2. an; 3. a; 4. an; 5. a; 6. a; 7. a; 8. an; 9. an; 10. an; 11. a; 12. a; 13. an; 14. a; 15. a.
49 some sand; a five pound note; some wine; some butter; some peanut butter;
a radio; a toothbrush; some jam; a magazine; a queue; some luggage; a suitcase; some flour; some sugar; a bicycle.
50 some rice; a dog; a postman; some alcohol; a bathroom; a computer; some oil;
some ice; a shirt; some homework; some food; some cheese; a light switch; some
vinegar; a pen.
Part Three
53 1. me. 2. I. 3. me. 4. Me. 5. I. 6. I. 7. I. 8. me. 9. me. 10. I. 11. me. 12. I. 13. me. 14. me. 15. I.
54 1. He. 2. him. 3. He. 4. He. 5. him. 6. him. 7. He. 8. he. 9. him. 10. He. 11. He. 12. him. 13. him. 14. him. 15. him.
55 1. She. 2. She. 3. her. 4. her. 5. her. 6. she. 7. She. 8. She. 9. her. 10. she.
11. She. 12. her, her. 13. She. 14. she. 15. she.
56 1. We. 2. us. 3. us. 4. we. 5. we. 6. us. 7. We. 8. us. 9. We. 10. we. 11. We.
12. us. 13. us. 14. We, we. 15. us.
57 1. them. 2. They. 3. them. 4. them. 5. They. 6. them, they. 7. them. 8. them. 9. They. 10. they. 11. them. 12. them, they. 13. They, them. 14. them, they. 15. they.
58 1. He. 2. you. 3. He, me. 4. it, you. 5. us. 6. she, them. 7. you, me. 8. It, him.
9. them. 10. me. 11. It. 12. him, they. 13. I, it. 14. He, it. 15. it. 16. She, me. 17. you. 18. her, He, her, he. 19. They. 20. him.
59 There may be some discussion about what is right or wrong! The percentages should
look something like this: 100% always, 90% usually, 80% frequently, 70% often,
50% sometimes, 30% don't usually, 15% seldom, 10% occasionally, 5% hardly ever,
0% never.
62 Copy this page onto card. It shows fifteen sentences that use a conditional clause. Cut up the cards and get your students to match up both parts of each sentence correctly. You could also show only one half of each sentence and elicit ideas on how to complete the sentences.
63 See notes on number 62.
64 1. What. 2. What. 3. Who. 4. Where. 5. When. 6. Why. 7. When. 8. What. 9. What. 10. Why. 11. Who. 12. Why. 13. Where. 14. Where. 15. When.
65 1. Where. 2. Who. 3. What. 4. Why. 5. When. 6. When. 7. Where. 8. Who.
9. When. 10. Why. 11. What. 12. Who. 13. What. 14. Where. 15. Why.
66 afternoon, birthday, bookshelf, tabletop, airport, teatime, pancake, paperback, caveman, horsefly, parenthood, homework, carpet, cupboard.
67 timetable, bathroom, inside, outhouse, nobody, cliffhanger, policewoman, sometimes, breadbin, anteater, waterfall, wheelbarrow, fallout, daybreak.
68 lampshade, wheelchair, football, invalid, humankind, shoplifter, fireman, footage, motorbike, butterfly, railway, miniskirt, namesake, tracksuit.
69 I wake up at 7.05am. I get up at 7.15am. I have/take a shower at 7.30am. I have/eat breakfast at 7.45am. I read the newspaper at 8.00am. I catch a bus to work at 8.30am. I start/begin work at 9.00am. I have/take a coffee break at 10.30am. I have/eat lunch at 1.00pm. I talk to my friend on the phone at 2.30pm. I send/write/read an email at 2.40pm. I go home at 5.00pm. I have/eat dinner at 6.00pm. I wash the dishes at 6.30pm. I play football at 7.00pm. I watch TV at 8.30pm. I play my guitar at 9.00pm. I read a book at 10.00pm. I listen to the radio at 10.40pm.
I go to bed at 11.10pm. I go to sleep at about 11.20pm.
70 1. c) 2. c) 3. b) 4. d) 5. d) 6. a) 7. d) 8. b) 9. c) 10. a)
71 1. a) 2. c) 3. b) 4. c) 5. b) 6. c) 7. b) 8. b) 9. b) 10. d) 11. c) 12. c) 13. d) 14. b)
15. d) 16. b) 17. c) 18. b) 19. d) 20. c)
72 1. b) 2. c) 3. b) 4. b) 5. c) 6. d) 7. b) 8. c) 9. c) 10. c) 11. d) 12. c) 13. b) 14. d) 15. c) 16. d) 17. b) 18. b) 19. a) 20. c)
73 1. d) 2. b) 3. b) 4. c) 5. d) 6. a) 7. b) 8. c) 9. b) 10. c) 11. a) 12. b) 13. a) 14. c) 15. c) 16. d) 17. b) 18. a) 19. c) 20. a)
74 1. c) 2. b) 3. d) 4. b) 5. a) 6. c) 7. b) 8. a) 9. d) 10. b) 11. d) 12. b) 13. c) 14. c) 15. d) 16. a) 17. b) 18. c) 19. a) 20. c)
75 1. d) 2. b) 3. a) 4. d) 5. c) 6. c) 7. a) 8. d) 9. b) 10. d) 11. c) 12. d) 13. c) 14. b) 15. a) 16. b) 17. d) 18. b) 19. a) 20. c)
76 1. My dog needs to go on a diet. 2. I went to my friend's house last night. 3. I would
like to live near the seashore. 4. If I had some money I would buy a car. 5. It was my birthday last Saturday. 6. I live in a three-bedroomed house. 7. I need to buy some new curtains. 8. On Monday I am going on holiday to Spain.
77 1. I need a stamp for my letter. 2. Can you tell me the time please? 3. I don't like spaghetti but I like pizza. Or: I like spaghetti but I don't like pizza. 4. My favourite book is Oliver Twist by Dickens. 5. On Sunday my sister came to see us. 6. I felt tired so I went to bed early. 7. Everybody else was at the party. 8. Would you like to go on holiday with them?
78 a) "To be, or not to be, that is the question." Hamlet, Act 3 Scene 1, spoken by Hamlet. b) "If music be the food of love, play on." Twelfth Night, Act 1 Scene 1, spoken by Duke Orsino. c) "That which hath made them drunk hath made me bold." Macbeth, Act 2 Scene 2, spoken by Lady Macbeth. d) "What hempen homespuns have we swaggering here?" A Midsummer Night's Dream, Act 3 Scene 1, spoken by Puck. e) "But yet thou art my flesh, my blood, my daughter." King Lear, Act 2 Scene 4, spoken by King Lear. f) "Thy husband is thy lord, thy life, thy keeper." Taming of the Shrew, Act 5 Scene 2, spoken by Katherine. g) "Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more." Henry V, Act 3 Scene 1, spoken by King Henry. h) "A horse! A horse! My kingdom for a horse!" Richard III, Act 5 Scene 4, spoken by King Richard.
Part Four
79 & My name is Tim. I live in Nottingham, which is a city in the UK. I live in a small
81 detached house with my wife Jenny, and our two children, Lisa and James. I work at
Debenhams in Nottingham, and I really enjoy my job. I am a sales manager for the
sports clothing department. Debenhams is the largest department store in
Nottingham and there are branches all over the UK.
When I'm not at work I like to play tennis with my friend Joe. He is much better than me, but I still enjoy it. At the weekends I sometimes take my family to Manchester to visit Jenny's mum. She lives at Pine View Nursing Home in a nice suburb of the city and has been there for about five years. She loves to see her grandchildren. James always tells her about what he is doing at school. James and Lisa both go to the same school, Mount Street Junior School.
80 & Hello, I'm Jenny, Tim's wife. We have been married for almost eleven years. I met
82 Tim when we were both at university. I studied Physics while Tim studied Business
Management. We graduated from Cardiff University in 1989, and went to live in
Birmingham. We got married in 1993 at Lincoln Cathedral. I took a one-year post-
graduate teaching course, then got a job teaching Science at Lincoln High School.
We moved to Nottingham in 1996 where Lisa was born. I remember that she was a very fat baby, but a happy one! My mum helped us with looking after the baby in the first year, before she had to go into the nursing home in Manchester. She wanted to move to a home in Manchester because that is where my two older sisters and their families live. We go to visit often - when I can get Tim to drive us up there! I don't drive. I took some lessons when I was a student in Cardiff but I found driving on the roads quite frightening and gave up! Perhaps one day I will try again.
About two years after we had Lisa, James was born. He was born at St. Patrick's hospital in Nottingham. It seems like it was only last week. I can't believe he's already at school.
83 1. walked. 2. ate. 3. went. 4. heard. 5. watched. 6. came. 7. Did. 8. was.
9. drank. 10. had.
84 1. cooked. 2. wanted. 3. laughed. 4. made. 5. left. 6. tried. 7. was. 8. Did. 9. had.
10. went.
85 1. born. 2. worked. 3. joined. 4. married. 5. returned. 6. promoted. 7. departed.
8. arrived. 9. landed. 10. hit. 11. stayed. 12. left. 13. crossed. 14. became.
15. met. 16. saw. 17. murdered. 18. buried.
86 - 91 See notes on number 62.
92 Answers will vary. Here are some sample sentences: 1. Tina is taller than Abid. 2. I like Rocky II better than Rocky III. 3. India has a bigger population that South Korea. 4. Cars are more expensive to run than bicycles. 5. Great Expectations is much better than Pride and Prejudice. 6. The park is further away from my house than the school. 7. Napoleon is more interesting than Lord Nelson. 8. It is colder in Helsinki than it is in Cairo. 9. Doctors get paid a lot more than mechanics. 10. Friday is nearer to the weekend than Monday!
93 Answers will vary. Here are some sample sentences: 1. My French teacher is taller than my Maths teacher. 2. I prefer Coronation Street to Eastenders. 3. My sister spends much longer in the bathroom than my dad. 4. I have been to Madrid, but I've never been to Barcelona. 5. Rock music is usually louder than folk music. 6. Wales is a far wetter place than Cornwall. 7. A Ferrari can go faster than my Corsa.
8. Venus is closer to the sun than Pluto. 9. Ricardo's Ristorante is more expensive
than Clifford's Cafe. 10. English is a more difficult language to learn than Spanish.
94 1. aloud. 2. genes. 3. farther. 4. tied. 5. piece. 6. sea. 7. whether. 8. ewe.
9. poor, pore. 10. nun. 11. here. 12. flaw. 13. buy. 14. serial. 15. vain.
95 1. stare. 2. knead. 3. pair, pare. 4. where. 5. rode. 6. maid. 7. duel. 8. beach.
9. aren't. 10. feat. 11. four, fore. 12. lain. 13. idol. 14. grate. 15. base.
97 1. e) 2. i) 3. g) 4. a) 5. b) 6. h) 7. c) 8. j) 9. f) 10. d)
98 1. b) 2. h) 3. l) 4. g) 5. q) 6. a) 7. k) 8. e) 9. f) 10. j) 11. t) 12. n) 13. i) 14. c)
15. m) 16. r) 17. p) 18. s) 19. d) 20. o)
99 1. b) 2. h) 3. p) 4. o) 5. a) 6. k) 7. r) 8. q) 9. j) 10. e) 11. f) 12. i) 13. g) 14. d)
15. s) 16. m) 17. t) 18. l) 19. n) 20. c)
100 1. n) 2. f) 3. r) 4. h) 5. m) 6. s) 7. c) 8. d) 9. q) 10. o) 11. a) 12. p) 13. b) 14. g) 15. i) 16. t) 17. j) 18. k) 19. l) 20. e)
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