Language To Go Upper Intermediate Worksheet Lesson 1

Put the words in the correct order. 1 really football Im into not . _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 2 for She books living writes a. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 3 I year lucky prize a Last was enough to win. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 4 successful to make All people have sacrifices. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 5 broadened by horizons We our going travelling. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 6 take people retired up Many golf. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 7 do living a for you What do? _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 8 year I achieve Next goals my hope to. _______________________________________ _______________________________________
1 I had a really ______________ weekend. I sat in front of the fire for two days. a) polluted b) relaxing c) clean d) healthy 2 Young people these days have ______________ diets. They eat too much fatty food. a) unhealthy b) active c) sedentary d) polluted 3 Many students find exams ______________ because their future career may depend on the results. a) stressing b) stressed c) stress-free d) stressful 4 Industrial areas may be richer, but they are also more ______________ than agricultural areas. b) stressed c) healthy d) clean 5 Office workers often have a ______________ lifestyle; they sit in front of the computer all day. a) clean b) stress c) bored d) sedentary 6 No jobs are completely ______________. Everyone is under some kind of pressure. a) lazy b) active c) stress-free d) exhausting 7 Being ______________ is much more important than being rich. a) relaxing b) stressful c) healthy d) happily 8 Before you eat the fruit, check that it is ______________. a) active b) clean c) sedentary d) well

Lesson 2

Choose the correct option

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Choose the correct option.
1 When I was rich he liked me. Now Im poor he doesnt even return my calls. Hes a _______________. a) companion b) boyfriend c) flatmate d) fair-weather friend 2 Ive never met my _______________ but I feel as if I know her really well. a) housemate b) penfriend c) colleague d) classmate 3 All my _______________ will be at the office party but I hope we dont talk about business. a) soulmates b) best friends c) loved ones d) workmates 4 I know hundreds of people but I only have a few _______________ who I confide in. a) acquaintances b) flatmates c) close friends d) fair-weather friends 5 I advertised for a _______________ because I couldnt afford the rent on my own. a) boyfriend b) flatmate c) soulmate d) landlady 6 I never copy my homework from my _______________ . a) classmates b) penfriend c) companions d) colleague 7 He met his _______________ on holiday. Two years later they were married. a) fair-weather friend b) girlfriend c) acquaintance d) companions 8 We spent hours chatting about life, and I discovered that he was my _______________ . a) flatmate b) colleague c) penfriend d) soulmate

Choose the correct option.

1 _______________ I go out, my dog always wants to be taken for a walk. a) Subsequently b) Simultaneously c) Earlier d) Whenever 2 Mr Bolt has worked as a surgeon for ten years. He was _______________ a doctor. a) every time b) whenever c) previously d) nowadays 3 I always get up _______________ of day, even at weekends. a) simultaneously b) nowadays c) early d) at the same time 4 The wedding service finishes at 3 p.m. _______________ there will be a reception in the town hall. a) At the same moment b) Afterwards c) After d) Previously 5 The concert finished _______________ than expected because of the power cut. a) at the same time b) earlier c) previously d) before 6 _______________ I hear this song it reminds me of my childhood. a) Every time b) At the same time c) Simultaneously d) Later 7 There was an economic recession. _______________ several businesses went bankrupt. a) Earlier b) Whenever c) Subsequently d) Each time 8 Armstrongs walk on the moon was a great achievement. No one had done it _______________ . a) whenever b) at the same moment c) subsequently d) before

Lesson 4

Lesson 5

Choose the correct option.

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1 I hate it when tourists _______________ about English trains. a) confide b) discuss c) moan d) criticise 2 You may ask questions later but please dont _______________ the lecture. a) interrupt b) talk at c) shout d) confide in 3 People love to _______________ about the lives of the rich and famous. a) criticise b) tell c) discuss d) gossip 4 She has been my best friend for years, so I often _______________ her. a) chat b) say to c) gossip d) confide in 5 Lets have an informal _______________ about your promotion. a) moan b) speak c) chat d) whisper 6 I dont mind being _______________ . It might be useful to learn from my mistakes. a) chatted b) criticised c) gossiped d) said 7 When the English want to _______________ , they talk about the weather. a) make small talk b) discuss c) invite each other d) confide 8 During the meeting the Chief Executive _______________ the Personnel Manager to give his opinion. a) said b) whispered c) invited d) discussed

last got

have are

fallen work

get spending

1 A: They seemed to __________________________ a lot in common. B: Thats what I thought until they _____________________________ divorced. 2 A: Id hate to be famous. Famous people ________________________ always in the public eye. B: True. But fame doesnt __________________________________ very long. 3 A: Ive __________________________ in love with an astronaut who I met in a bar. B: How on earth did you two ____________________________________ together? 4 A: My boyfriend and I live and ____________________________ together. I never have any time alone. B: Maybe you should consider _________________________________ some time apart.

Lesson 6

Lesson 7

Complete the dialogues using the words below.

Complete the text using the words below.

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time caught punish homework obeyed truant got do tell act have find get have see make

When I was at school I was quite naughty. I never 1. _______________ the rules and I never did my 2. _______________ either. A group of us always played 3. _______________ on a Friday. We never 4. _______________ into serious trouble, though. We werent really bad children; we just liked taking 5. _______________ off. I once got 6. _______________ riding a bicycle the wrong way down the street. The police told my parents. They werent really angry but they did 7. _______________ me: I had to 8. _______________ the chores for a week.

1 He has ______________ in several sitcoms and at some famous theatres. 2 I like Joan because she ______________ me laugh. 3 Brian ______________ me a joke last night, but Id heard it before. 4 In the end Lucille ______________ the last laugh: she poisoned her unfaithful husband. 5 People say Micks funny but I never ______________ his jokes. 6 Ive never ______________ his films funny but I still like them. 7 We went to ______________ a stand-up comedian last night. She was brilliant. 8 It was a lovely party. I havent ______________ so much fun for years.

Lesson 9 Lesson 8
Complete the sentences using the correct forms of the verbs below.

Complete the sentences using the words below.

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the Net window-shopping up with in out lie-in some DIY clubbing research experienced developing run co-ordination detail motivate managerial

1 There are plenty of places to go ______________ in Ibiza Ive never seen so many discos! 2 On Sundays I like to have a ______________ 3 We can always do a bit of ______________ on Oxford Street if we run out of money. 4 When Im back in New York I like to catch ______________ old friends. 5 I learnt to cook because I couldnt afford to eat ______________ every night. 6 Im going to do ______________ this weekend. The cupboards need fixing. 7 I get frustrated when I surf ______________ Id rather go to a library. Im too tired to go out tonight. Can we stay ______________ for a change?

1 A book editor must have a good eye for ______________. 2 The project was so complicated it took a lot of ______________ to make it succeed. 3 A good teacher is able to ______________ her students even if they are tired or fed up. 4 Before giving the lecture you must ______________ your topic thoroughly. 5 They chose me as the boss because I can ______________ this company efficiently. 6 She has worked in this field for twenty years, so she is sufficiently ______________ 7 The best part of the job is ______________ ideas and making them marketable products. 8 The bosss ______________ skills were so poor that no-one wanted to work on his team.

Lesson 10

Complete the sentences using the words below.

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Language To Go Upper Intermediate Worksheet Lesson 11

Choose the correct option. 1 A programme in which famous people are interviewed in a studio. a) a quiz show b) a play c) a chat show 2 A regular TV series with the same group of characters. a) a soap opera b) a play c) a talk show 3 A programme that investigates a real issue. a) an action film b) a drama c) a documentary 4 An exciting film usually about crime or mystery. a) a thriller b) a feature film c) a horror film 5 A programme which gives information about animals or the environment. a) a cartoon b) a nature programme c) a comedy show 6 A short piece of film designed to sell you something. a) a soap opera b) a quiz show c) an advert 7 A piece of television especially for young people. a) a childrens programme b) an advert c) a talk show 8 A programme which tests how much you know. a) a feature film b) a drama c) a quiz show

Lesson 12
mix chop

Complete the text using the words below. melted serve adding fry

To make vegetable stir-fry, first vegetables into small

1.

_______________ mushrooms, peppers and other

pieces. Put a little butter into a pan and when it has

2.

_______________, 3. _______________

some garlic and onions in the butter. After 4. _______________ a spoonful of oil to the pan, 5. _______________ the vegetables in with the garlic and onions. When the vegetables are cooked, 6. _______________ them on a bed of rice.

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Language To Go Upper Intermediate Worksheet Lesson 13

winks waved shook Complete the sentences using the words below. bow crossed shrugged pat pointing

Lesson 14

Choose the correct option.

1 Rio di Janeiros carnival has a ______________ reputation. a) worldwide b) know c) renowned d) admired 2 The city centre is ______________ by pleasant suburban housing. a) reached b) around c) located d) surrounded 3 Frankfurt is ______________ for its book fair. a) located b) renowned c) stunning d) thriving 4 The city is ______________ easy reach of two international airports. a) from b) of c) by d) within 5 The airport is on the ______________ of Bogota. a) suburbs b) corner c) outskirts d) centre 6 The countrys economy is ______________ because of its successful industries. a) bustling b) raising c) thriving d) making 7 You cant travel around China in only a week because its a ______________ country a) enormous b) vast c) renowned d) wide-ranging 8 The conference centre is ______________ in the middle of the city. a) located b) founded c) accessible d) reached

1 I asked him but he just ______________ his shoulders. He didnt know. 2 Well done! You deserve a ______________ on the back. 3 Last night the leaders ______________ hands and sat down to discuss the future. 4 Its no use ______________ your finger at me. Im innocent. 5 Sometimes she ______________ at me. Thats when I know she isnt serious. 6 Keep your fingers ______________. Weve got an exam tomorrow. 7 At the airport she ______________ goodbye to her grandmother. 8 You should ______________ your head when you meet the Queen.

Lesson 15
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Match the words below with their definitions. an early bird a workaholic a night owl a split shift round the clock burn the midnight oil work long hours burn the candle at both ends

Lesson 16

Choose the correct option.

1 What a ______________ boy. He visits his old aunt every day and cooks for her. a) sensitive b) thoughtful c) self-confident d) cheerful 2 You have to be ______________ to be a sales representative. Never give up. a) big-headed b) opinionated c) moody d) pushy 3 Make sure you dont hurt Carries feelings. Shes very ________________. a) sensible b) sensitive c) charming d) sympathetic 4 Some sports stars are so ______________ that they only talk about themselves. a) big-headed b) opinionated c) thoughtless d) macho 5 Our teacher is very ______________. She doesnt mind if were late or forget our homework. a) self-confident b) funny c) lazy d) easy-going 6 All the characters are so ______________ that youll be asleep after the first act. a) sleepy b) happy c) dull d) nice 7 Ian is so ______________. One minute hes smiling, the next minute hes furious. a) cheerful b) moody c) curious d) interesting 8 Politicians have a view on everything. Its their job to be ______________. a) aggressive b) intelligent c) easy-going d) opinionated

1 A person who is addicted to work: ____________________________ 2 For twenty four hours without stopping: ____________________________ 3 A person who is more active at night than during the day: ____________________________ 4 A work period divided into two parts, with a long break: ____________________________ 5 To keep staying up late at night, then getting up early for work: ____________________________ 6 A person who likes to get up and be active early in the morning: ____________________________ 7 Work very late into the night: ____________________________ 8 Regularly start work early and finish late: ____________________________

Lesson 17
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Complete the dialogues using the words / expressions below. stormy chill out dull cold bright and breezy hot-tempered Complete the dialogues using the words below. earn value pocket waste raise ran save worth

A: Youre 1. ______________ today. Have you had some good news? B: Yes. Ive got a day off work. I can
2.

A: This coat only costs 2. I think its very good

1.

______________ for money.

B: But look at it. Its horrible! Its only

2.

______________ all day!

______________ 1!

A: Lucy screams at Mike whenever he does something wrong. Shes so 3. ______________. B: I know. And Mike screams back. You know
4.

A: When I was a student I tried to

3.

______________ money by shopping in cheap

markets. ______________ marriages like that dont last B: Me too. But I always 4. _______________ out of money before I could buy anything nice.

long.

A: Bills very unemotional, isnt he? Hes rather a 5. ______________ character. B: Yes. And he talks for hours about nothing. Ive never met anyone so 6. ______________.

A: My mother doesnt give me much

5.

______________ money.

B: Wait till you start working. Then youll

6.

______________ good money for yourself.

A: Im collecting coins to try and

7.

____________ money for the Modern Art

Gallery. B: What a 8.______________ of money! I hate modern art!

Lesson 18

Lesson 19

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Complete the sentences using the correct form of the verbs below. burn down trip up cheer up 1 write off knock over knock out break down fill up Put the words in the correct order. 1 home. was have that The terrible so weather we decided to come _______________________________________ _______________________________________ Her car _______________ in the countryside. 2 a had I woman. never beautiful such seen 2 It was a terrible fire. Several buildings _______________. 3 The waiter _______________ the glass and spilled red wine all over the customer. 4 The stadium _______________ very quickly with people. By 1.00pm it was packed. 4 so hardly play him ever Ive seen badly. 5 I tried to help her _______________ but shes still crying. 6 The idea of boxing is to _______________ your opponent. 7 Im not surprised you are always _______________. Those boots are too big for you. 8 She _______________ her car when she crashed into the wall. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 5 a such He is kind man. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 6 taller slightly She average. than was _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 7 brilliant player. an He tennis is absolutely _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 8 that homework. even is hasnt he lazy John so started his _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 3 am getting bit I tired a this. little of _______________________________________ _______________________________________

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Choose the correct option. 1 Police managed to safely destroy the _______________ before it went off. a) earthquake b) bomb c) building 2 Two men had to be rescued from the river after trying to save their dog from _______________. a) flooding b) starving c) drowning 3 The volcano _______________ in the early hours of the morning. a) erupted b) broke out c) broke through 4 Civil war _______________ as the army tried to take control of the government. a) broke through b) went off c) broke out 5 Aid charities were helping to deliver food to the _______________ people. a) drought b) drowning c) starving 6 Scientists believe that the discovery could be a _______________ for the prevention of AIDS. a) breakthrough b) break out c) break over 7 The country _______________ many years of devastating drought. a) erupted b) suffered c) resulted 8 The _______________ reached 5.8 on the Richter scale. a) earthquake b) flood c) drought

Lesson 22

Choose the correct option. 1 Unfortunately you don't find so many ______________ playing music on the tube any more. a) buskers b) traffic c) drivers 2 They have stopped traffic going through the market square, so that now there are only ______________ a) drivers b) street vendors c) pedestrians 3 The streets of London are filled with ______________ asking for money to help them find food and shelter for the night. a) traffic wardens b) homeless people c) pedestrians 4 If you go to the market you can find ______________ who will tell you all about your future love-life and money prospects. a) traffic wardens b) fortune tellers c) buskers 5 There are far too many cars filled with angry ______________ on the roads nowadays. a) drivers b) traffic wardens c) fortune tellers 6 You need to be careful where you park the car, or you might meet a ______________ who will give you a parking ticket. a) busker b) street vendor c) traffic warden 7 I often stop to buy a cigarette lighter or a flower from one of the many ______________. a) pedestrians b) street vendors c) drivers

Lesson 23
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Complete the definitions using the words below. mugger pickpocket smuggler shoplifter kidnapper murderer hitman hijacker Complete the dialogue using the words below. Tidying fix throwing away torn messy off mending doesn't work

1 A _______________ is someone who takes things from a shop without paying. 2 A _______________ kills someone deliberately and illegally. 3 A _______________ is a criminal who is paid to kill somebody. 4 A_______________ takes someone away illegally and imprisons them, often for money or some political purpose. 5 A_______________ may take your purse or wallet from your bag without you noticing. 6 A _______________ may attack a victim in a public place in order to steal money from him. 7 A _______________ takes something or someone across a border illegally.

A: The house is so 1. _______________. There are things everywhere! B: I know. It really needs 2. _______________ but we never seem to have the time. A: Why don't we start by 3. _______________ some of the rubbish? That old computer for example, it 4._______________ so why keep it? B: Tom said he might be able to
5.

_______________it for me.

A: OK. But what about some of these old clothes? Look, that jacket is
6.

_______________. You can't wear that any

more. B: But it's my favourite. It just needs 8 A _______________ may take control of an aircraft in order to achieve a political aim.
7.

_______________ and then it'll be fine.

A: All right, you win. Shall we have some coffee? B: Good idea. I hope you like it black though the milk is 8. _______________. I think we'd better throw it away!

Lesson 25 Lesson 24

Complete the sentences using the words below.

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annoys stressful stand relief nerves comforting crazy love 1 A small flat with just one room, and its own bathroom: a) a basement b) a villa c) a studio flat 2 A piece of material designed to cover a small area of the floor: 2 Loud disco music really gets on my _______________. 3 I just can't _______________ it when she loses her temper like that. 4 It is such a _______________ to know that we'll get the cheque soon. 5 Linda finds it very _______________ having to work such long hours. 6 I _______________ it when they come to stay. 5 A house which lets in a lot of cold air from outside: 7 It really _______________ me when she calls every five minutes to ask how I am. 8 It's _______________ to have the TV on for company when I am alone in the house. a) airy b) chilly c) draughty 6 Something which has already been used before you buy it: a) brand new b) second-hand c) old-fashioned 7 A room which has very little furniture in it: a) minimalist b) old-fashioned c) cramped 8 A house which is a long way from any other houses or shops: a) convenient b) isolated c) cosy a) a carpet b) a rug c) wood 3 Part of the house which is underground: a) the loft b) the basement c) the bedsit 4 A room which is very small and full of things: a) cramped b) chilly c) minimalist

1 It drives me _______________ when he always arrives late.

Lesson 26

Lesson 27

Choose the correct option.

1 In UK English the tube is _______________.

Match the definitions with the correct words.

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a) an underground tunnel for walking in. b) an underground train. c) a bus. 2 In UK English the pavement is _______________. a) the floor inside a house. b) the part of the road with cars on it. c) the part of the road with pedestrians on it. 3 In US English you can fill up your car at the _______________. a) gas station. b) freeway. c) expressway. 4 In UK English, you wear your pants _______________. a) over your underwear. b) under your trousers. c) under your jumper. 5 In US English you ask for your _______________ when you want to pay. a) bill b) candy c) check 6 In US English its a cookie, in UK English its _______________. a) a cake. b) a biscuit. c) sweet bread. 7 In UK English you get in a _______________ to go to the 39th floor. a) lift b) flat c) fall 8 Americans call the period after the summer _______________. a) autumn. b) winter. c) fall. b) a ladybird c) a shark 2 A large sea fish which has sharp teeth and can attack man. a) a shark b) a snake c) a ladybird 3 A reptile with a very long, thin tail, and no legs. a) a ladybird b) a shark c) a snake 4 An animal which is hunted, killed and eaten by another animal. a) prey b) footprint c) sense 5 The mark left on a surface when an animal, or person, walks there. a) prey b) sense c) footprint 6 To become aware of something even when you cannot see or hear it. a) to footprint b) to sense c) to flash 7 A machine which can react to light, heat, sound or pressure to indicate change. a) a sensor b) a sense c) a flash 8 A living thing, such as an animal, that can move around. a) a sensor b) a creature c) a flash

Lesson 29

Put the words in the correct order. 1 afternoon going. keep in helps snack me a the Having

Lesson 28

Choose the correct option.

1 A small insect which is usually red with black spots. a) a snake

_______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________

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2 takes Playing off Tonys problems work. any mind tennis at _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________ 3 Receiving friend from an cheers a close always up. e-mail me _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________ 4 feel has a makes My at day the hot end girlfriend the which bath her of better. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________ 5 to deep a calm Taking helps down. him breaths few _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________ 6 two strong the in through to has her get the help day. coffees Lucy morning _______________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________
2 Being a _______________ can be difficult as you expect your parents to start treating you like an adult, but they don't. a) teenager b) toddler c) middle-aged 3 You have to watch your _______________ carefully when he starts to walk, as he can easily get into trouble. a) senior citizen b) young adult c) toddler 4 One of the nice things about being a _______________ is that you don't have to work any more, and you get free public transport. a) middle-aged b) kid c) senior citizen 5 _______________ often try out a few different jobs after school or university, before they settle into a career. a) Young adults b) Senior citizens c) Toddlers 6 There is a lot of traffic in the mornings as parents take their _______________ to school. a) senior citizens b) middle-aged c) kids 7 Being a _______________ is great. You have left behind the troubles of your twenties, but dont feel the pressure of your forties. a) thirty-something b) kid c) senior citizen 8 One of the joys of being _______________ is when your children start to have children of their own. a) a kid b) middle-aged c) young adult

Lesson 30

Lesson 31

Choose the correct option. 1 The road is too narrow. It needs _______________. a) widening b) lengthening c) weighing 2 How heavy is it? We'll need to _______________ it to find out.

Choose the correct option.

1 Sleepless nights are common for parents with a young _______________ who cries a lot and needs feeding. a) thirty-something b) baby c) adolescent

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A: The photography was spectacular.

a) widen b) weigh c) weight 3 The harbour has been _______________ to allow the ferries in. a) width b) deepened c) highered 4 Amy had her short skirt _______________ to suit the new fashion. a) length b) longed c) lengthened 5 To construct a bridge across it, we will need to know the _______________ of the river. a) weight b) width c) length 6 Mount Kilimanjaro is over 5,800 metres _______________. a) deep b) high c) height 7 This suitcase is so _______________ that I can hardly pick it up. a) heavy b) light c) weight

B: Yes, the film was set in a naturally beautiful ______________. 3 A: La Dolce Vita is one of those very special old films. B: Yes. It was made by Fellini, who is my favourite film ______________. 4 A: Harry Potter was a very successful movie. B: Yes, and the young actors all gave such convincing ______________. 5 A: Computers have changed the face of the cinema industry. B: I know. Almost anything can be achieved by using advanced ______________. 6 A: I was dying to know what would happen next. B: Yes, there was a great feeling of ______________. 7 A: I would love to visit Hollywood. B: You could sit in the bars and restaurants, hoping to meet the famous ______________. 8 A: The main actors performed terribly if you ask me. B: Id agree. The [supporting actors] were far better.

Lesson 33 Lesson 32
Complete the dialogues using the words below.
suspense location stars soundtrack supporting actors performances director special effects

Complete the sentences using the expressions below. saves me time s not very useful help things run smoothly causing problems wastes time reliable breaks down indispensable

1 A: I loved the music in The English Patient. B: Me too, I even bought the ______________. 2

1 The problem is my cars very old and always _______________________________________ _________.

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2 I am so busy nowadays, and having a dishwasher really _______________________________________ . 3 I couldn't live without my mobile phone. It's absolutely ______________________________________. 4 I was given an electric bottle-opener but, to be honest, it ____________________________________. 5 My computer is always ____________________________ so I keep having to call the IT expert to help. 6 If you look after the battery well, and keep the machine oiled, it will ___________________________. 7 It is an old model but it is very ________________________________ so it won't give you any trouble. 8 The problem with e-mail is that you write so many messages to each other that it really ________________________________________. 2 I need a new pair for the gym. I like those ones with the air in the soles. ______________ 3 These trousers are far too big. You could almost fit two people inside them! ______________ 4 I dont think you should wear all those colours and patterns together. Why not try something more simple? ______________ 5 I usually wear one to work when I need to look smart. ______________ 6 I can hardly walk in these shoes. They are so uncomfortable. ______________ 7 I cant believe Jim went for a job interview wearing his old jeans and a dirty T-shirt. He always looks such a mess. ______________ 8 Why dont you wear that beautiful evening dress? The dark red colour would suit your hair. ______________

Lesson 34
trainers high-heels

Match the situations with the words below. suit burgundy baggy tights scruffy plain

Lesson 35

Choose the correct option.

1 Mike ______________ me that the report would be ready by today. a) pointed out b) assured c) argued 2 The company ______________ that it won't make any difference to the price, but I don't believe them. a) confess b) announce c) claim

1 Oh, not again! This is my second pair today, and Ive just made another hole in them. ______________

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3 If Bruce ______________, you will just have to rewrite the document as he says. a) insists b) assures c) predicts 4 We tried to ______________ you that this would happen, but you wouldn't listen. a) claim b) warn c) deny 5 Julie ______________ having any previous involvement with the company. a) denies b) claims c) insists 6 Lynne ______________ against making any changes to the paper. a) assured b) argued c) predicted 7 We were careful to ______________ the mistakes they had made earlier. a) insist b) predict c) point out 8 In the end they ______________ to having encouraged Paulo to leave. a) confessed b) argued c) claimed

3 Robbie Williams, by Robbie Williams: ______________ 4 1001 Recipes for Busy People: ______________ 5 2003 Diary: ______________ 6 The Quick Guide to Copenhagen: ______________ 7 Instructions for the Toshiba Series 24001 computer ______________ 8 Facts for the Millennium: ______________

Lesson 37 Lesson 36
Manual guidebook diary Match the each book title with the words below. encyclopedia biography thriller cookery book autobiography in proud about liaise

Complete the sentences using the words below. responsible on with cope with

1 How do you deal ______________ all the problems you come across at work? 2 Being a manager, I am ______________ for the work of everyone in the department. 3 It can be difficult to ______________ my boss when he is in a bad mood.

1 The Mystery of the Masked Invader: ______________ 2 The Prime Minister, by David Smith: ______________

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4 The management are particularly concerned ______________ the fall in sales. 5 In order to get things done I need to concentrate ______________ one project at a time. 6 As part of my job I ______________ with colleagues in other parts of the world. 7 The marketing department are very ______________ of what they have managed to achieve. 8 These companies specialise ______________ the manufacture of mechanical parts. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ __ 4 promotion her Lynne will hands , she . If the have full accepts _______________________________________ _______________________________________ __ 5 hand Would me ? that like to you a with give you _______________________________________ _______________________________________ __ 6 her to see manager . eye She eye with doesn't _______________________________________ _______________________________________ __ 7 get children were of The to hand out beginning . _______________________________________ _______________________________________ __ 8 old heart to broke the her . It leave house

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Put the words in the correct order. 1 make can't whether up I . mind not to my go or _______________________________________ _______________________________________ __ 2 got to by heart learn this . have poem I

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give up miss out set out

Complete these dialogues using the correct form of the phrasal verbs below. turn down come off put off sign up let down

A: I might 1. ______________ for an evening course in computer skills. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ __ 3 really on Sitting . traffic gets nerves in my B: Are you sure? You 2. ______________ the last course after only a few weeks.

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A: You have 3. ______________ this meeting several times already. Are you certain you can make it this time? B: Absolutely. I promise I won't
4.

a) It's a pleasure. b) I'm sorry to hear that. c) How awful. 4 I got the job! a) Don't worry about it. b) Sorry about that. c) Well done! Congratulations! 5 Their house has been flooded and theyve lost everything.

______________

A: I can't believe he 5. ______________ the offer. B: I know. Most people wouldn't want to
6.

a) Congratulations! b) How awful! c) It's no problem at all. 6 It was lovely to meet you. a) See you again soon. b) Not at all. c) I'm sorry to hear that. 7 Thank you so much for the flowers. a) That'd be lovely. b) You're welcome. c) Brilliant! 8 Can I get you something to eat? a) That'd be lovely. b) Thank you anyway. c) Not at all.

______________ on an opportunity like that.

A: If we 7. ______________ early enough we should get there in time for the wedding. B: That is if everything we have planned.
8.

______________ as

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Choose the correct response. 1 Would you like to come with us to the cinema? a) Sorry about that. b) You're welcome. c) I'd love to. 2 I'm sorry I'm late. a) You're welcome. b) That's all right. c) See you, then. 3 It's really kind of you to have us to stay.

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