Unreal Past
I like my job, but I hate my boss. If only I ____________ a better boss.
a. had
b. would have
c. have
d. 'd had
I like my job, but I hate my boss. If only I had a better boss.
Wish (if only) + past simple --> things you wish were different now or in the future
Ana’s paying the first ________ for her car today – she couldn’t afford to pay for it all at once.
Ana’s paying the first installment for her car today – she couldn’t afford to pay for it all at once.
Name slang used for money in for American currency and UK/Irish currency.
bucks
quids
Spell this word correctly.
Beginning
I wish they ______________ a little more respect in the last meeting. (show)
I wish they had shown a little more respect in the last meeting.
wish + past perfect --> past regrets
Petra has received an education _________ to study medicine at Edinburgh University!
Petra has received an education grant to study medicine at Edinburgh University!
Use "in good nick" in a sentence & be ready to explain what it means.
I found a dress that is relatively in good nick.
Name 2 sources of renewable energy.
Sun, wind, and water
If only Erin __________ how hot it gets in the classroom. Then, they would buy us more fans. (know)
If only Erin knew how hot it gets in the classroom. Then, they would buy us more fans.
Name a synonym of well-to-do.
affluent
The stitching on my pair of jeans from Penney's comes undone very easily. It is quite _________.
The stitching on my pair of jeans from Penney's comes undone very easily. It is quite flimsy.
When did the first charity shop open in the UK in Oxford?
OR
When did the Salvation Army open up its first charity shop in the UK?
1940s
1870s
What's the difference with I wish and If only...? Give an example of each.
Example:
I wish we went on two excursions per month all year long & not just in summer.
If ONLY we went on two excursions per month all year long!
Use lump sum in a situation.
She received a lump sum of 1,000,000 euros after divorcing her husband.
The name of the article we read was "Classic Clobber: Why second-hand clothes are on trend."
What does "clobber" mean? (UK slang)
Clobber: clothing, outfits, personal gear (UK)
Name 4 charity shops we visited & at least 3 of their causes.
Vibes & Scribes - independent bookstore/locally owned
St. Vincents - Catholic charity
Enable Ireland - for people with disabilities
Barnardos - for children in vulnerable domestic situations
Self-Help Africa - for development in countries around the world
Oxfam - development worldwide
Would you rather we take the bus?
vs.
Would you rather we took the bus?
What is the standard form? Is the other version incorrect?
Would you rather we TOOK the bus? is the standard form.
HOWEVER, would you rather we take the bus is more common now in everyday speech especially in the U.S.
If only I were loaded, I would buy a home for myself and my family.
Use a conjunction that is not and, or, but, or because to connect these words.
thrifting
fast fashion
ecological footprint
biodegradable
Along with
Another thing
As well as
On the other hand
In the end
On the grounds of
Since
Alternatively
Instead
Since our climate is changing rapidly, we need to be more conscious of our ecological footprint. Fast fashion is very popular but instead of purchasing clothes from popular brands, thrifting can be a unique alternative. Another thing the fashion industry can do is use more biodegradable materials.
Define the following terms:
"I'm so pumped"
"I'm copping it"
"Sneakerhead"How much money did Macklemore have to spend at a thrift shop?
"I'm so pumped" = excited
"I'm copping it" = buying/acquiring something
"Sneakerhead" = a lover of sneakers
20 dollars in his pocket