Idioms and expressions
What does "change your tune" mean?
He doesn't enjoy exercising, but I think he'll change his tune once he joins a a fun workout class.
Rethink your opinion/change your mind
Which conditional is this? Why?
In case of rain, the picnic in the park will be canceled.
First, future
What does it mean to "take back" an item?
To return it, such as a shirt to a store
You can sit .... you want in the classroom.
wherever
Say a sentence using the word "choir."
The choir performed a wonderful concert in the church.
What does "learned the ropes" mean?
She quickly learned the ropes at her new job.
Learned and uderstood how to do something
Say a sentence using the second conditional
If + past simple, would/could + infinitive
What does it mean to "take something out"?
They took out their phones and began taking pictures.
to remove from one location and put an object in the open
She always looks stylish, ..... she dresses.
She always looks stylish, however she dresses.
Say a sentence using "reject."
She rejected the applicant because he didn't have the necessary experience.
What does "music to my ears" mean?
Hearing my friends complement me on my football game was music to my ears.
Nice to hear
When do we use the third conditional?
To discuss a past event that can't be changed, often when we wish the result of the event was different
What does "take off" mean, in the context of work?
She asked her boss if she could take off early because she has an appointment.
to spend time away (from work)
You should eat ______ you feel hungry.
Whenever
Say a sentence using the word "apprentice."
The apprentice learned a lot and developed many skills while watching the electrician work.
What does "brought home the bacon" mean?
Even though she worked many hours, she brought home the bacon.
Earned money
Say a sentence using the phrase "as long as."
You can go to the party as long as you finish your homework beforehand.
What does it mean to "take someone" out?
To invite someone out/to treat them to a day or meal
Say a sentence using "whenever."
Call me whenever you are ready. I am free all afternoon.
Say a sentence using "resigned."
He resigned from his job because they wouldn't pay him more, despite the fact that he was working more hours.
What does "worked his fingers to the bone" mean?
He worked his fingers to the bone cleaning people's homes.
To work tirelessly
Fill in the gaps with the correct verb tenses.
If _____ (go) to bed earlier, I ______ (play) better in my football game.
If I had gone to bed earlier, I would have played better in my football game.
He took back what he said to her. He didn't mean it and was angry.
Say a sentence using "whichever."
Whichever dress you choose to wear, you will look beautiful.
Say a sentence using "syllabus."
The teacher included all of the necessary information for the term on the syllabus.