B1 Irregular Verbs T033

Fill in the missing forms of the irregular verbs.

Base Form Past Tense Past Participle

bite
bled
blown
broken
built
came
cost
draw
dreamed/dreamt
eaten
fall
flew
forgot/forgotten
given
grew
hear
hide
knew
lead
lent
lain
met
read
say
sold
shone
shoot
sung
spent
steal

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 B1 Irregular Verbs T032

Fill in the missing forms of the irregular verbs.

Base Form Past Tense Past Participle

arise
begun
bought
catch
fed
found
forgave
got/gotten
hung
hide
kept
laid
let
made
pay
put
run
seen
shook
sunk
smell
speak
swore
swung
taught
tell
threw
won
write

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 arrivals, cancel, catch, coach, delay, departures, fare, ferry, hot-air balloon, lorry, luggage,
miss, motorbike, platform, return, rocket

1. I usually ________ the train from platform 3.

2. Don't forget to check the ________ board for the latest information.
3. We had to ________ our flight due to bad weather.
4. The ________ race starts at 10 a.m. in the city center.
5. My friend and I plan to return by ________ after the concert.
6. The ________ compartment is located at the rear of the bus.
7. I was disappointed to ________the last train to London.
8. The ________ launch was delayed by technical issues.
9. We enjoyed a scenic ride on a ________ during our vacation.
10. The ________ will take you across the river to the historic town.
11. The ________ to Edinburgh has comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi.
12. The airline announced a significant reduction in ________ for the holiday season.
13. The ________ board shows that the flight from Paris is on time.
14. The ________ race through the winding roads was thrilling to watch.
15. The delivery ________ will arrive with our furniture by noon.
1. I usually catch the train from platform 3.
2. Don't forget to check the departures board for the latest information.
3. We had to cancel our flight due to bad weather.
4. The bike race starts at 10 a.m. in the city center.
5. My friend and I plan to return by bus after the concert.
6. The luggage compartment is located at the rear of the bus.
7. I was disappointed to miss the last train to London.
8. The rocket launch was delayed by technical issues.
9. We enjoyed a scenic ride on a hot-air balloon during our vacation.
10. The ferry will take you across the river to the historic town.
11. The coach to Edinburgh has comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi.
12. The airline announced a significant reduction in fare for the holiday season.
13. The arrivals board shows that the flight from Paris is on time.
14. The motorbike race through the winding roads was thrilling to watch.
15. The delivery lorry will arrive with our furniture by noon.
 single, spaceship, subway, tram, ticket office, van, yacht, underground, bed and breakfast,
campsite ,caravan, hostel, hotel, motel, tent

1. We decided to stay at a ________ during our weekend getaway.

2. The ________ is on your left as soon as you enter the train station.
3. I've never been on a ________, but it's on my bucket list.
4. The ________ in New York City is known for its efficiency and speed.
5. We booked a room at the ________ for our budget-friendly backpacking trip.
6. The ________ cruise along the coast offers stunning views of the sunset.
7. They set up their ________ at the campsite next to the lake.
8. The ________ is perfect for a road trip with friends, providing ample space for everyone.
9. The ________ is a popular choice for those who enjoy traveling and staying close to
nature.
10. The ________ offers a complimentary breakfast buffet for its guests.
11. The ________ system in London is extensive and connects the entire city.
12. We found a cozy ________ by the highway for a restful night during our road trip.
13. The ________ is a convenient mode of transportation in the city center.
1. We decided to stay at a bed and breakfast during our weekend getaway.
2. The ticket office is on your left as soon as you enter the train station.
3. I've never been on a spaceship, but it's on my bucket list.
4. The subway in New York City is known for its efficiency and speed.
5. We booked a room at the hostel for our budget-friendly backpacking trip.
6. The yacht cruise along the coast offers stunning views of the sunset.
7. They set up their tent at the campsite next to the lake.
8. The van is perfect for a road trip with friends, providing ample space for everyone.
9. The caravan is a popular choice for those who enjoy traveling and staying close to nature.
10. The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast buffet for its guests.
11. The underground system in London is extensive and connects the entire city.
12. We found a cozy motel by the highway for a restful night during our road trip.
13. The tram is a convenient mode of transportation in the city center.
 B1 Narrative Tenses T040

Complete the narrative below using the correct tense.

Mary was one of 185 passengers on a British Airways

flight to Warsaw. She _____________________ (FEEL) very
excited when she _____________________ (GET) on the
plane at Gatwick Airport. She _____________________
(WAIT) a long time for this day. She
_____________________ (FINALLY LEAVE) England to
start her new job in the eastern European capital.

Mary was an experienced traveller. When she was younger, she _____________________ (FLY)
around a lot. In those days her father _____________________ (BE) a diplomat and every few
years the whole family _____________________ (HAVE TO) move to a different country.

Not long after the plane _____________________ (TAKE) off the captain _____________________
(TELL) the passengers that they _____________________ (HAVE) to return to the airport. For
the first time Mary _____________________ (START) to worry. A few minutes later she
_____________________ (SEE) the lights of the airport and _____________________ (WONDER)
why there were fire engines and ambulances standing nearby. At that time, she
_____________________ (NOT KNOW) that the plane's front wheel _____________________
(FALL) off during take-off.

Suddenly, Mary _____________________ (FEEL) a strange bump and when the plane
_____________________ (COME) to a stop some passengers _____________________ (CRY).
Fortunately, the pilot _____________________ (MAKE) a perfect landing and nobody
_____________________ (BE) injured. Mary was a little shaken but she still _____________________
(HOPE) she would be able to catch the next flight to Warsaw.

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 Extra grammar practice revision B1+ Unit

Past simple, past continuous and past ‘Of course. He (feel) as if a lifelong
perfect; used to and would dream (come) true.’
5 ‘Why (the kids cry)?’
1 Circle the correct alternative.
‘Because they (get lost) in the
1 I felt/had felt nervous because I never was/had never
safari park.’
been on a plane before.
2 We read/had read a few travel books before we 4 Find the three sentences in which used to can be
decided/had decided to visit Patagonia. replaced with would.
3 She reserved/had reserved a place for her tent a few
1 We used to go on backpacking expeditions holidays
weeks before, but when she arrived/had arrived, the
every year, but we haven’t been on one for ages.
campsite was full.
2 This place used to be totally uncontaminated.
4 The area was/had been quite clean, as some
responsible residents cleaned/had cleaned all the 3 Marie used to enjoy scuba diving when she was
rubbish away. younger.
5 Did you ever find/Had you ever found the luggage 4 I didn’t use to plan our family holidays because I
you lost/had lost in the airport? liked to surprise everyone.
6 I never thought/had never thought that travelling 5 The writers said that she used to take inspiration
could harm the environment so dramatically before I from looking at nature.
read/had read that story in the paper. 6 Mum used to speak Spanish very well when she was
7 We planned/had planned a very detailed itinerary, a student.
but then we didn’t have/hadn’t had the time to visit
all the places on our list. 5 Choose the best answers to complete the text.
8 I managed/had managed to communicate with the
local people because I learnt/had learnt a few words Once the fear of flying (1) to stop many people
before the trip. from getting on a plane. But then airline companies
started to offer Fearless Flyer courses and travelling has
2 Complete these sentences with the past simple or never been easier. We can read lots of success stories
past continuous form of the verbs given. of people who (2) they were never going to take a
1 I (look) at the monitor screen when a flight again, but then, after a ground session with a
voice (announce) my train. pilot, haven’t stopped flying since. One of these stories
2 As I (pack) my stuff, I reads as follows: ‘I’ve always loved travelling, and this
(realise) that the suitcase was broken. fear (3) to ruin my holidays as well as my friendships.
3 While my Dad (get) into the car, he Normally, my friends (4) and I (5) a train, or
(see) the message on the windscreen. more than one. Once it took me two days to join my
friends, and they weren’t happy at all. Then I (6)
4 We (check in) our luggage when
about the Fearless Flyer course. I must confess that
I (remember) I had left my passport
at home. when I booked I thought I (7) my money, but I was
wrong. The pilot and the flight assistant were amazing
5 It (rain) heavily when they
– they explained to us how to control our fear, how a
(set off) for the seaside.
plane flies, and then answered all our questions. My
6 I (manage) to send a text before the
flight was the next day. I was a bit nervous, but the
plane (take off).
flight assistant was always telling us exactly what (8)
3 Complete with the past simple, past perfect or at each moment. Then I did the relaxation techniques
past continuous form of the verbs given. they (9) us the day before, and by the time the
plane (10) , all my fears had gone.’
1 ‘What (be) your hotel like?’
‘Oh, it (be) amazing – I
(never stay) in a five-star hotel before.’ 1 A would B used C use to
2 A promised B used to promise C had promised
2 ‘ (you have) a good night’s sleep?’
3 A used to start B was starting C started
‘Oh, yes. I (still sleep) when
4 A would fly B were flying C had flown
everybody else (have) breakfast.’
5 A was taking B would take C had taken
3 ‘Why (you take) the train? It’s such a
6 A heard B had heard C was hearing
long journey from Paris to London.’
7 A wasted B was wasting C used to waste
‘I know, but I (die) to go through the
8 A happened B had happened C was happening
Channel Tunnel.’
9 A had taught B taught C were teaching
4 ‘ (be) Tom excited about his trip to
Mexico?’ 10 A had took off B would take off C took off

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 set off, get back, get on, get off, take off, get into, get out of, break down, get in, check in, get
away, go on

1. Before boarding the international flight, passengers are required to _______ at the airline
counter.
2. During our road trip, the car unexpectedly _______ in the middle of nowhere, leaving us
stranded.
3. The train is about to arrive, so make sure to be at the station on time to _______.
4. The family decided to _______ on their road trip early in the morning to avoid heavy
traffic.
5. After a long day of exploring the city, we finally _______ the taxi to head back to our hotel.
6. We need to stop at the next bus stop; don't forget to press the button when you want to
_______.
7. Despite the rain, we had a great time at the beach and decided to _______ before it got too
late.
8. After a hectic week at work, Sarah decided to take a weekend trip to the countryside to relax
and _______ from the city life.
9. The plane is ready to _______ from the airport.
10. After a long day at work, she was relieved to finally _______ her car and head home.
11. The tour guide announced that the bus would _______ to explore the historical landmarks
in the city.
12. We arrived at the train station just in time to _______ before the doors closed.
1. Before boarding the international flight, passengers are required to check in at the airline
counter.
2. During our road trip, the car unexpectedly broke down in the middle of nowhere, leaving
us stranded.
3. The train is about to arrive, so make sure to be at the station on time to get on.
4. The family decided to set off on their road trip early in the morning to avoid heavy traffic.
5. After a long day of exploring the city, we finally get into the taxi to head back to our hotel.
6. The tour guide announced that the bus would go on to explore the historical landmarks in
the city.
7. We need to stop at the next bus stop; don't forget to press the button when you want to get
off.
8. Despite the rain, we had a great time at the beach and decided to get back before it got too
late.
9. After a hectic week at work, Sarah decided to take a weekend trip to the countryside to relax
and get away from the city life.
10. The plane is ready to take off from the airport.
11. After a long day at work, she was relieved to finally get out of her car and head home.
12. We arrived at the train station just in time to get in before the doors closed.
 Used to + Infinitive Exercise 2

If it's possible, make a sentence with 'would + infinitive'. If it's not possible, use 'used to +
infinitive'.

1. I / have short hair when I was a teenager.

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2. We / go to the same little café for lunch every day when I was a student.
_______________________________________________________________
3. She / love playing badminton before she hurt her shoulder.
_______________________________________________________________
4. He / walk along the beach every evening before bed.
_______________________________________________________________
5. I / always lose when I played chess with my father.
_______________________________________________________________
6. She / be able to dance very well.
_______________________________________________________________
7. My grandfather / drink a cup of coffee after dinner every night.
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8. Luke / not have a car.
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9. We / live in Brazil.
_______________________________________________________________
10. My family / often go to the countryside for the weekend when I was young.
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