Grammar
Vocabulary
Linking Words
Phrasal Verbs
Riddles
100

Gerund or to infinitive?

He failed ______ (fix) the problem with his laptop. 

to fix 

100

Word for: Get Bigger 

Expand 

The sponge expanded to twice its original size when soaked in water.

100

Complete the sentence with a linking word.

The weather was perfect for a hike; __________ , the trail was not crowded.

a. furthermore b. consequently c. then again  

Furthermore 

additional point or information 

100

Phrasal Verb to describe meeting someone unexpectedly. 

Run into 

I ran into an old friend in the street yesterday.

100

Riddle: I am an odd number. Take away a letter and I become even. What number am I?

7

100

Gerund or to infinitive?

He would like _____ (learn) French. 

To learn

100

An area in a city or town where vehicles are not allowed, and only people walking are permitted.

pedestrian area / pedestrian zone 

The city centre has a pedestrian zone where no cars are allowed

100

Complete the sentence with a linking word.

She forgot her umbrella, __________, she got soaked in the rain.

a. conversely b. for that reason c. as well as 

For that reason

Consequences of something 

100

Phrasal Verb used to describe surrendering or admitting defeat

Give up

After multiple attempts, he gave up trying to solve today's Contexto.

100

Riddle: What has legs but can't walk?

A table 

100

Gerund or to infinitive 

She finished ______ (read) the book. 

Reading 

100

Word for: Help to increase 

Boost 

Drinking a cup of coffee in the morning can give you a quick energy boost.

100

Complete the sentence with a linking word.

She enjoys reading books. _________, she loves watching movies.

a. in contrast b. because of this c. also 

Also 


100

Phrasal Verb to describe feeling disgusted by something. 

Put off

The bad smell in the restaurant put me off my dinner.

100

Riddle: What has keys but can't open doors?

A computer keyboard or a Piano

100

Gerund or to infinitive?

I can't afford ______ (buy) a new car at the moment. 

to buy

100

Word for: Be good for

Benefit 

Regular exercise has many health benefits.

100

Complete the sentence with a linking word. 

She loves the hustle and bustle of the city. _______, her partner prefers the peace and quiet of the countryside.

a. on the other hand b. moreover c. consequently  

On the other hand 

Contrasting fact 

100

Phrasal verb to describe when someone stops paying attention.

Switch off 

He's switches off when his friends talk about football.

100

Riddle: What month of the year has 28 days?

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. 

100

Gerund or to infinitive 

I avoid _______ (drink) coffee at night. 

Drinking 

100

Word for: to do well

Thrive 

She is thriving in her new job

100

Complete the sentence with a linking word.

He was tired from the long day at work; _________, he still managed to cook dinner for his family.

a. additionally b. therefore c. however  

However 

Contrasting fact 

100

Phrasal verb that describes raising a child (taking care of child until they are 18)

Bring up

It is expensive to bring up a child in Ireland.

100

Riddle: Where does today come before yesterday?

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