mystery story p.70
Detective Lewis arrived at the old mansion. Inside, the (1 word) .................. , Mr. Harrington, lay on the floor.
victim
Some people ................ that the 1969 Moon landing never really happened.
assume
Liam was a famous singer who always tried to ............... with ideas for new songs. One day, he promised his fans a big surprise—a song that would change everything. But after months of waiting, Liam didn’t release it.
come up
The Mystery of the Lost Key
Tom arrived home late last night and couldn't find his house key. He always keeps it in his pocket, but it wasn’t there! He tried to remember what happened during the day.
In the morning, he put on his favorite jacket.
At noon, he went to a café and took the jacket off while eating.
In the afternoon, he rode his bicycle to the park and sat on a bench.
In the evening, he visited a friend’s house and left his jacket in another room.
Where is the key? Use modals in the past to explain your ideas.
The key might (fall) out of his pocket in the café.
have fallen
One popular conspiracy theory is about the Illuminati. Some people don't mind (believe) that a secret group controls the world.
believing
His assistant had called the police, saying it was murder, but Lewis wasn't sure. Could this be a (1 word).................. ?
hoax
They think the event was ............... using cameras and special effects.
faked
Many fans felt he had ........them .......... .
let down
He could (drop) it on the park bench.
have dropped
They remember (read) that famous politicians and celebrities are part of it.
reading
Next to the body, there was a note: “Revenge will come.” But Lewis thought it might be a (2 words) ...................... , something to distract the investigation.
red herring
These people ............. that the U.S. government made a fake moon landing to win against the Soviet Union in the Space Race.
suspect
To hide the truth, Liam’s manager ............. a story that he was sick and couldn’t record.
made up
He may not (notice) it was missing until he got home.
may not have noticed
They ask others (pay attention) to hidden symbols in movies and music.
to pay attention
The assistant was nervous and couldn’t (2 words) ..................... her actions last night. She said she had been sleeping, but there was no proof. The detective continued to look for clues, talking to people and checking documents.
account for
They say details like shadows, the moving flag, and missing stars ............... that the landing was not real.
prove
But later, it ............... that Liam was just afraid his song wasn’t good enough.
turned out
He must (leave) it at his friend’s house.
must have left
Supporters of this theory try to learn (recognize) signs of the Illuminati, like pyramids or the "all-seeing eye."
to recognize
The case was difficult. Mr. Harrington had many enemies—old business partners, jealous rivals, and even angry family members. But even after days of investigation, the truth (3 words) ....................... .
remains a mystery
But scientists explain that conspiracy theorists ............... science and photography. Experts have strong evidence that the Moon landing really happened. Still, many people find this theory interesting and talk about it often.
misunderstand
Finally, Liam decided to be honest. He shared his real feelings with his fans and performed the song live. His honesty and bravery made him ............... . The song became a huge success, and Liam’s fans loved him even more.
stand out
He can't (lose) it at home because he didn’t have it when he arrived.
can't have lost
They think these symbols show who is involved. Others try to help them (understand) that these signs are just coincidences and not proof of a secret society.
Although most people don't mind thinking that the Illuminati is just a myth, the theory still excites many today!
understand