Infinitive or -ing?
This form is used when you lose the memory of a past event. "I'll never forget _____ (see) the ocean for the first time."
Seeing (Rule: 'forget + -ing' means to lose the memory of something you did)
When you forget something, you can say it has _____.
Slipped my mind
Someone who is always cheerful, energetic, and friendly.
Bubbly
A strong, negative public reaction to an event or statement.
Backlash
Complete the sentence, focusing on the difference between the subjects: "My sister is very outgoing, _____ I am quite shy."
Complete the sentence, focusing on the difference between the subjects: "My sister is very outgoing, _____ I am quite shy."
This form completes a sentence where the verb "stop" means to finish an activity: "He stopped _____ (eat) sugar to improve his health."
Eating (Rule: Some verbs change meaning; 'stop + -ing' means to end the action)
You can't quite remember a word, but you feel it's _____.
On the tip of my tongue
A person who is dedicated and works very hard towards their goals.
Committed
: To end a relationship or connection with a person or organization.
Cut ties
Identify the error and correct it: "I listened to music whereas I was working."
Use "while" or "whilst". (Rule: Whereas is used only for direct opposition, not for two simultaneous actions. While and whilst can be used for both contrast and time.)
This form completes the sentence where the verb "try" implies an experiment: "If you can't sleep, try _____ (drink) warm milk."
Drinking (Rule: Some verbs change meaning; 'try + -ing' means to experiment)
This idiom describes when you hear something but immediately forget it.
In one ear and out the other
This person is generally optimistic and tends not to worry about the future.
Happy-go-lucky
A famous or important person involved in a situation, making it more newsworthy.
High-profile
Rewrite this sentence using a contrasting linker: "Even though the film was a critical success, it performed poorly at the box office."
"The film was a critical success, while/whereas/whilst it performed poorly at the box office." (Rule: While, whereas, and whilst can often replace 'even though' to highlight a surprising contrast.)
Complete this sentence where "remember" refers to a future obligation: "Did you remember _____ (lock) the door before we left?"
To lock (Rule: Some verbs change meaning; 'remember + infinitive' means don't forget to do something)
You say this when you aren't sure if your memory of an event is accurate.
My memory is playing tricks on me
The opposite of "positive," this person is often in a bad mood and complains frequently.
Grumpy
When someone is responsible for their actions and must explain them.
Accountable
Create a single, grammatically complex sentence that uses one of the linkers to contrast both the flavors and the textures of two foods.
(Example) I enjoy the crisp, salty texture of potato chips, whereas/while I prefer the soft, sweet taste of a ripe banana.
This form completes the sentence correctly after the verb "be": "His main goal was _____ (finish) the project on time."
To finish (Rule: We can use an infinitive after the verb be)
This phrase describes the ability to remember every single detail of your life.
Perfect recall
Who is a "welcoming" person?
Your answer.
This word describes an idea, discovery, or invention that is completely new and innovative.
Ground-breaking
Rewrite this sentence to start with a contrasting linker, changing the structure if needed: "Despite the sunny weather, they decided to stay indoors."
"The weather was sunny, while/whereas/whilst they decided to stay indoors." (Rule: This transforms a concession ('despite') into a direct contrast between two facts.)