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Exercise 1 Put the following words and expressions into their correct place in the table depending on their

function.

to sum up briefly _ along with _ as well as _ it can be concluded that likewise _ similarly _ also _ too _ in addition _ besides _ to conclude in brief _ in the same way _ thus _ what's more _ furthermore moreover _ along with _ to summarize _ therefore _ correspondingly

Addition
(For example: and)

Equation
(For example: equally)

Conclusion
(For example: in conclusion)

along with as well as also too in addition besides what's more furthermore moreover

Likewise Similarly in the same way correspondingly along with

to sum up briefly, (Eassy) it can be concluded that to conclude in brief (Eassy) to summarize (Eassy) thus (Same meaning of Therefore, but more formal) therefore

Exercise 2 Complete these sentences with one of the words or expressions from above. In most cases, more than one answer is possible.
1. Tourism brings much needed money to developing countries. _Furthermore/Moreover/In addition_, it provides employment for the local population. 2. _As well as/Besides_ bringing much needed money to developing countries, tourism provides employment for the local population. 3. Tourists should respect the local environment. _Likewise/Similarly/In the same way__ they should respect the local customs. 4. _As well as/Along with_ industrial waste, pollution from car fumes is poisoning the environment. 5. In order to travel, you need a passport. _In addition_, you might need a visa, immunization shots, and written permission to visit certain areas. 6. Drugs are banned in Britain. _Likewise/Similarly_ weapons such as guns and knives. 7. All power corrupts. _Likewise/In the same way/Correspondingly__, absolute power corrupts absolutely. 8. You shouldn't smoke, drink, take drugs, or eat unhealthy food. _In brieaf______, you should live a more healthy lifestyle. 9. The ozone layer is becoming depleted, the air in the cities is becoming too dirty to breathe, and our seas and rivers are no longer safe to swim in. _To sum up briefly_ pollution is slowly destroying the planet. 10. Your grades have been very poor all year. _Therefore___ you need to work really hard if you want to pass your exams next month.

American English
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2. The play is in two acts, with a short interval between the two. I _ T _ _ M _ _ _ _ _ N INTERMISSION 6. If you make a mistake in your calculations, you'll need to do them again. _ V _ _ OVER 8. The post normally arrives before lunchtime. _ _ _ L MAIL 9. The government refused to recognise the new republic. _ E _ _ _ _ _ _ _ RECOGNIZE 11. The theatre received an unexpected grant which helped to prevent it closing down. _ H _ _ _ _ _ THEATER 13. The road outside the school is very busy, so students are advised to use the subway to cross it. _ N _ _ _ P _ _ _ UNDERPASS 16. The oil crisis resulted in a 28% rise in the cost of petrol. _ _ S GAS 18. Take the lift to the top floor. _ _ _ V _ _ O _ ELEVATOR 20. Estate agents are some of the most unscrupulous people in the country. R _ _ L _ _ R _ REALTORS 24. The M40 is closed, so you will need to take the A40, which is the main road connecting London with Oxford. H _ _ _ W _ _ HIGHWAY 26. Their request for a $2 rise in the hourly rate was firmly rejected by the management. _ A _ _ E RAISE 27. The workshop will last for 6 hours, with a break for lunch at midday. _ E _ _ S _ RECESS 29. (Informal) I really like Mr. Goldberg. He's a great bloke. _ U _ GUY 30. (At a school, college, or university) A staff meeting has been called for two o'clock. _ _ C _ _ _ Y FACULTY 32. In my opinion, the best time of the year is autumn. _ _ L _ FALL 35. The automobile company's first attempt to design a family saloon that ran on diesel was a resounding failure. _ _ D _ N SEDAN 36. The campus has a shop where students can buy stationery and essential items. _ _ O _ _ STORE 37. Government spending on defence was reduced by 23%. _ _ _ E _ _ _ DEFENSE 38. He gave me just enough money to buy a return bus ticket to Portland. R _ _ _ D - _ _ _ P ROUNDTRIP (2 words, which are hyphenated. Do not leave a gap or use a hyphen in the crossword grid) 40. He's a graduate of Berkeley College. _ _ _ M N _ _ ALUMNUS 41. These days it is not unusual to see children as young as five carrying a mobile phone to school. C _ _ _ _ _ _ N _ CELLPHONE

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1. The postcode for the company is MA 04532. _ I _ _ O _ _ ZIP CODE (2 words: do not leave a gap between the words in the crossword grid ) 3. Classes start at nine o'clock every morning Monday to Friday. T _ R _ _ _ _ THROUGH 4. There are several museums and galleries in the city, but most students prefer to spend their evenings at the cinema. _ _ V _ E _ MOVIES 5. Have you got any change for a $20 note? B _ _ _ BILL 7. Strict labour laws have had an adverse effect on small businesses. _ _ B _ _ LABOR 10. I'm afraid we've got slightly behind schedule. _ _ T T _ _ GOTTEN 12. Several flats were leased to private agencies, who in turn leased them to small companies. _ P _ _ T _ _ _ _ _ APARTMENTS 14. All travellers flying to the USA have to undergo strict security checks at the airport. _ _ A _ _ _ _ _ _ TRAVELERS 15. The Dean's office is on the ground floor. _ I _ _ _ FIRST 17. The first thing the council did was dig up the pavement outside the front door. _ _ D _ W _ _ _ SIDEWALK 19. My favorite film of all time has to be the classic 1959 comedy 'Some Like It Hot'. _ _ V _ _ MOVIE 21. The best way to get from one part of the city to another is to use the dual carriageway.

_ _ E _ W _ _ FREEWAY (EXPRESSWAY also used ) 22. (On the telephone, when you are calling someone) Hello, is that Harrison Keane? _ _ _ S THIS 23. In the event of a marital divorce or separation, there is a clear need for dialogue between the parents and their children. _ _ A _ _ _ DIALOG 25. If you want to stop smoking, the best place to start is by going to your local chemist. D _ _ G _ _ _ _ _ DRUGSTORE 28. Services on the underground start at five in the morning and finish at half past midnight. _ _ B _ _ Y SUBWAY 31. Before buying a house, it is essential to employ the services of a good solicitor. _ T T _ _ _ _ _ ATTORNEY 33. You should use a pencil to do the test, and use a rubber to remove any mistakes. _ _ A _ _ _ ERASER 34. Most Americans tend to stay in the country for their holiday. V _ _ _ T _ _ _ VACATION 39. You don't need to ask me for permission to use the toilet! B _ _ _ R _ _ _ BARTHROOM 1Z 2I P C O D E N 3 T H R O U G H E R 4M O V I E S I S S I O N 5B I L I L

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