Vocabulary 1
What does the highlighted phrase mean?
He received a fair share of criticism.
a) a large amount
b) a small amount
c) an honest amount
a) a large amount
What's missing?
Despite the bad news, try to look _ the bright side.
on
Is the sentence correct? If not, correct the mistake:
She withheld information about the incident to protect her colleague.
The sentence is correct.
When you get off the train, we _______ for you on the platform.
a) will wait
b) will be waiting
c) will have waited
b) will be waiting
Use the proper reporting verb + the correct form of the main verb:
"I didn't break the window" ⇒ George ___ the window.
denied breaking
At least 2 ways to translate "оманливий"
1) deceptive
2) misleading
A synonym for "deliberately".
on purpose / inentionally
Is the sentence correct? If not, correct the mistake:
She accused me for illegally copying her work.
Incorrect.
She accused me of illegally copying her work.
Use the appropriate reporting verb + the correct form of the main verb:
"I won't lend you any more money." He _______ me any more money.
refused to lend
Make 2 predictions for the future: one using Future Continuous, the other one using Future Perfect
Future Continuous: will be doing
Future Perfect: will have done
Use 'let alone' in your sentence.
- The sentence should be at least 8 words long.
- The sentence counts only if 1) it is grammatically correct and 2) the phrase is used correctly.
e.g. She can’t afford a new phone, let alone a car.
Choose the correct option:
She lied / lay / laid the foundation for future success through years of hard work.
laid
Is the sentence correct? If not, correct the mistake + translate the sentence into UA.
He is overly reliant in ChatGPT when writing his emails.
reliant ON
Translation: Він надто покладається на ChatGPT при написанні емейлів.
Use the correct Future Form:
In less than 2 years, we _______ (marry) for 50 years. We are going to celebrate it.
will have been married
He _______ me to stop buying so much stuff online.
a) convinced
b) said
c) recommend
+ justify your choice!
a) convinced
In each gap, use speak / tell / talk / say:
1) She is our saviour, so to ___.
2) Only time will ___.
3) I spent half a year working on this project, to ___ the least.
4) If you want to ___ your mind, go ahead!
+ translate the phrases from each sentence!
1) She is our saviour, so to speak.
2) Only time will tell.
3) I spent half a year working on this project, to say the least.
4) If you want to speak your mind, go ahead!
At least 4 ways to translate "захоплюючий".
gripping, stunning, fascinating, captivating, thrilling, exciting
Is the sentence correct? If not, correct the mistake + translate the sentence into UA.
It's the last thing I feel like doing right now.
It is correct.
Translation: Це останнє, що мені хочеться робити зараз.
Which forms are correct?
a) We suggest to consult the lawyer.
b) He suggested an interesting idea.
c) I suggest going for a walk together.
d) She suggested that we postpone the meeting.
e) I suggest helping you.
f) I suggest we start.
b,c,d,f - correct
a,e - incorrect
Use the correct Future Form:
Don't phone between 7 and 8. We ___ (have) dinner then.
will be having
Make a sentence with "exposed to". The sentence counts only if it's longer than 8 words and the phrase itself is used properly.
e.g. Being exposed to different cultures can broaden your worldview and understanding.
Translate the sentence using the word "impression":
Кінцівка надовго закарбувалася в моїй пам’яті.
! For the sentence to count, it should be 100% grammatically correct (incorrect articles will be forgiven).
The ending left a lasting impression on me.
Which sentence(s) is/are correct? If you find a mistake(s), correct it/them.
a) He starred in many films last year.
b) Who stars in the movie The Avengers?
c) The film stars Colin Firth portraying Mr. Darcy.
d) He depicts a wealthy hero who eventually falls in love with the protagonist.
a, b, c - correct
d - incorrect (He portrays ...)
Report the dialogue using reporting verbs (at least 4 different) and the correct forms of the main verbs:
Anna: Let's take a break.
Mark: No. I want to finish this today.
Anna: Okay, but let's keep it short.
Mark: No problem. I won’t keep you long.
Anna suggested taking a break.
Mark refused to do so (and insisted on finishing the next day).
Anna agreed but suggested keeping it short (asked to keep it short).
Mark agreed and promised not to keep her long.
She _______ nothing to do with what happened.
a) insisted having
b) told to have
c) claimed to have
b) denied having
+ translate the sentence!
c) claimed to have
Translation: Вона стверджувала, що не має жодного відношення до того, що сталося.