freedom means of transport basic luggage aisle seat
comfort wheelchair flexible
Last year I went on a skiing holiday in the French Alps. The
first few days were lots of fun; I’m quite an experienced skier
and I enjoy the (1) of gliding down
the high slopes. However, on the fourth day, I had an accident
and broke my leg. As you can imagine, this ruined everything.
On my return journey, I had quite a few requests for the airline,
but I was pleased to discover that they were very
(2) and they tried to ensure that
they could meet all my requirements. Everything went
according to plan; I got a(n) (3)
and someone took me to the plane. I had a(n)
(4) and despite the pain in my leg
I was able to fly in relative (5) .
When I arrived at the airport, one of the airline staff helped
me collect my (6) and wheeled me
out to meet my family.
WRITING
D. Read the advantages and disadvantages of using a bicycle as a primary means of transport. Add any additional
ideas that you can come up with. Then write a paragraph summarising the advantages or disadvantages of using
a bicycle as a primary means of transport.
_ dangerous driving on streets with other vehicles
_ breathe in exhaust fumes from cars and other means
of transport
_ can easily be stolen even if tied with a chain and lock
_ riding conditions affected by weather
_ can only carry a limited number of things
Disadvantages
_ environmentally friendly
does not emit CO2
_ keeps you fit
good exercise for heart and lungs
_ easy to park
_ low cost of maintenance
spare parts and service cheap
_ economical
do not pay for f uel
_ can easily manoeuvre yourself through traffic
_ fun activity that can be done with others
in the suburbs or country
Advantages
A. Complete the sentences with a suitable phrase from the boxes.
VOCABULARY
at once at the moment at first at the age of at last at least at the latest
1. , I found the book boring but as I kept reading, it became more interesting.
2. Yusef got married twenty one.
3. Ken, come here ! I want to talk to you.
4. We had been waiting for the bus since eleven o’clock. it came at a quarter to twelve.
5. Saleh is not here . Would you like to leave a message?
6. The project had to be finished by Tuesday .
7. You never do anything around the house! You could tidy up your room!
in a mess in a hurry in general in detail in a bad mood in particular in other words
B. Complete the text with the words in the box.
version popularity commonplace consequences personal forward
Whether in your own country or while on holiday, getting lost can have serious (1) . For this reason,
in recent years GPS navigators have become (2) for drivers around the world. Rather than using maps
or asking for directions, drivers simply enter their destination and follow the visual and vocal instructions. Most navigators
can store (3) data, like your favourite destinations, your home address, even pictures. GPS navigators
enjoy great (4) , and some of them are quite affordable, too. A latest (5) has a
voice detector, which means that instead of typing in the address which you want directions to, you ‘talk’ to the navigator
and it can find it for you. However, authorities in some countries have put (6) the idea of making
navigators illegal, as they can easily cause accidents.
C. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in capitals.
1. I consider documentaries to be very . EDUCATE
2. Ali pays for his car in instalments. MONTH
3. Children are on their parents for food and clothing. DEPEND
4. If you need any information, please do not hesitate to contact us. ADDITION
5. Let’s go on a short holiday and get away from our routine. DAY
6. The shops are closed because today is a holiday. NATION
7. Anne is that she will do well in her exams. CONFIDE
8. Travelling abroad can be quite . COST
D. Choose the correct answer a, b, c or d.
1. Michael thought he by a strange man last night.
a. followed b. was following c. to be followed d. was being followed
2. This doctor is believed the best in his field.
a. being b. to being c. that he is d. to be
3. The customers are by the waiters at the moment.
a. served b. serving c. being served d. been served
4. A contract between the businessmen.
a. was signing b. signed c. was been signing d. was being signed
5. Fresh fruit is believed beneficial for people’s health.
a. being b. to be c. to have d. it is
6. When will the letters by the secretary?
a. send b. be sent c. being sent d. be sending
8. Jack is because he failed his Maths exam.
9. We discussed the problem before reaching a conclusion.
10. I can’t talk to you right now. I’m .
11. Adam likes vegetables, tomatoes.
12. After cooking, Sally always leaves the kitchen .
13. The ending was quite predictable, but it was a nice book.
14. His behaviour was immature and irresponsible, very unprofessional.
GRAMMAR
1. I went to the library so that I could return the books I had borrowed. order
I went to the library the books I had borrowed.
2. We didn’t go to the park because it was raining heavily. to
We didn’t go to the park rain.
3. Despite being tired, I agreed to go to the library with my brother. though
I agreed to go to the library with my brother tired.
4. Ted joined the gym so as to keep fit. that
Ted joined the gym keep fit.
5. Afaf will prepare the food for dinner. be
The food for dinner Afaf.
6. They had painted the school before the students returned from the summer holidays. been
The school before the students returned from the summer holidays.
7. You must do this exercise within fifteen minutes. done
This within fifteen minutes.
8. Although Mike studied hard, he didn’t pass the final exam. of
Mike didn’t pass the final exam hard.
F. Rewrite the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given.
Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given.
A. Match the synonyms.
VOCABULARY
1. to begin with a. variety
2. such as b. for example
3. moreover c. from my point of view
4. I believe d. in the first place
5. range e. what is more
E. Rewrite the following sentences using the passive voice. Start with the words given.
1. I asked the children to go to bed early tonight.
The children .
2. People were taking lots of photos during the race.
Lots .
3. I expect that this scientist will win a Nobel Prize this year.
This scientist .
4. Millions of people are going to watch the football match.
The football match .
5. Don’t come in. They are painting the living room at the moment.
Don’t come in. The .
6. They say that Mr Jones is the man who helped the police solve the mystery.
It .
refreshing appealing giant firstly relatively economical tour operators restrictions
B. Complete the text with the words/phrases in the box. There are two extra words/phrases which you do not need to use.
WRITING
C. Read the essay, complete the gaps 1-4 with the topic sentences A-D and circle the correct linking words/phrases.
A. Firstly / For example, the Internet provides people with the opportunity to interact with other people.
B. Another reason why the Internet is considered ideal is that it is a fast and efficient tool.
C. Especially / In my opinion, the Internet is a very useful invention.
D. It is a fact that the Internet is thought to be an ideal way to deal with the problems created by our modern way of life.
1. The obvious reason for this is the global connection and speed it provides. This enables people to come into
contact and keep in touch with family and friends, no matter what the distance. It also offers a wide range of time-saving
options.
2. It is true that today’s hectic lifestyle does not leave us with enough time to interact socially on a daily basis. Using
the Internet and technology, you can ‘meet up’ with your friends and family and tell them your news without having to
move around. Moreover / Especially, you can keep in touch with family members that live abroad at a very low price.
3. Many people find it hard to cope with the demands of modern life. The Internet gives them the opportunity
to get things done more easily and quickly. For example / From my point of view, students can access online libraries and
databases to get information on a variety of fields like History, Medicine, etc.
4. By this I mean that it helps people to maintain contact with their friends and family and also save a lot of time
while exposing them to a wide range of information.
The Internet is considered by many to be an ideal solution to many problems of our modern lifestyles.
What is your opinion?
A couple of years ago I went on a holiday in Kenya with some friends. We were visiting some of the
(1) unspoilt islands off the coast of Kenya. We took a dhow, which is a type of boat,
to get to Mando Toto island, where we were going to stay for a few nights. When we arrived at Mando Toto, we had a(n)
(2) swim in the crystal clear waters. Anyone who enjoys snorkelling will find these islands very
(3) as they have plenty of exotic sea life. After lunch we were taken to our accommodation,
a row of tree houses built in (4) trees on the beach. Apart from having a beautiful view
of the sea, the tree houses were very (5) to stay in - they cost only $20 a night. Many
(6) are now offering all-inclusive holidays to these islands so it’s best to go there before the
area becomes spoilt by too much tourism.
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ENGLISH IN USE
A. Read the text below and decide which answer a, b or c best fits each gap.
When my brother suggested going on a safari,
I thought Zimbabwe would be an (1) holiday
destination. We stayed on a reserve, close to which
leopards, elephants and crocodiles roamed and on the
first two days we really (2) being so close to
nature.
On the third day, we hired a car to explore the
(3) African landscape. On the way, we saw
signs not to leave the car. However, after driving for
hours on end, we eventually ran out of petrol. To make
matters worse, we got lost and we had no other
(4) but to spend the night in the car.
The next day, very early in the morning, we decided to
walk back. We reached the reserve after ten long hours.
Naturally, the staff were very worried about us.
(5) , they told us they had sent a jeep to look
for us and they apologised for not being able to help.
Undoubtedly, this holiday was one we will never
forget. And despite our little adventure, Zimbabwe
is a beautiful country which has got so many (6)
worth visiting. We will certainly go there again.
1. a. ideal b. enthusiastic c. additional
2. a. accommodated b. guaranteed c. appreciated
3. a. impressive b. enjoyable c. brilliant
4. a. option b. range c. restriction
5. a. Moreover b. Firstly c. Without a doubt
6. a. objects b. attractions c. tours
comfort wheelchair flexible
Last year I went on a skiing holiday in the French Alps. The
first few days were lots of fun; I’m quite an experienced skier
and I enjoy the (1) of gliding down
the high slopes. However, on the fourth day, I had an accident
and broke my leg. As you can imagine, this ruined everything.
On my return journey, I had quite a few requests for the airline,
but I was pleased to discover that they were very
(2) and they tried to ensure that
they could meet all my requirements. Everything went
according to plan; I got a(n) (3)
and someone took me to the plane. I had a(n)
(4) and despite the pain in my leg
I was able to fly in relative (5) .
When I arrived at the airport, one of the airline staff helped
me collect my (6) and wheeled me
out to meet my family.
WRITING
D. Read the advantages and disadvantages of using a bicycle as a primary means of transport. Add any additional
ideas that you can come up with. Then write a paragraph summarising the advantages or disadvantages of using
a bicycle as a primary means of transport.
_ dangerous driving on streets with other vehicles
_ breathe in exhaust fumes from cars and other means
of transport
_ can easily be stolen even if tied with a chain and lock
_ riding conditions affected by weather
_ can only carry a limited number of things
Disadvantages
_ environmentally friendly
does not emit CO2
_ keeps you fit
good exercise for heart and lungs
_ easy to park
_ low cost of maintenance
spare parts and service cheap
_ economical
do not pay for f uel
_ can easily manoeuvre yourself through traffic
_ fun activity that can be done with others
in the suburbs or country
Advantages
A. Complete the sentences with a suitable phrase from the boxes.
VOCABULARY
at once at the moment at first at the age of at last at least at the latest
1. , I found the book boring but as I kept reading, it became more interesting.
2. Yusef got married twenty one.
3. Ken, come here ! I want to talk to you.
4. We had been waiting for the bus since eleven o’clock. it came at a quarter to twelve.
5. Saleh is not here . Would you like to leave a message?
6. The project had to be finished by Tuesday .
7. You never do anything around the house! You could tidy up your room!
in a mess in a hurry in general in detail in a bad mood in particular in other words
B. Complete the text with the words in the box.
version popularity commonplace consequences personal forward
Whether in your own country or while on holiday, getting lost can have serious (1) . For this reason,
in recent years GPS navigators have become (2) for drivers around the world. Rather than using maps
or asking for directions, drivers simply enter their destination and follow the visual and vocal instructions. Most navigators
can store (3) data, like your favourite destinations, your home address, even pictures. GPS navigators
enjoy great (4) , and some of them are quite affordable, too. A latest (5) has a
voice detector, which means that instead of typing in the address which you want directions to, you ‘talk’ to the navigator
and it can find it for you. However, authorities in some countries have put (6) the idea of making
navigators illegal, as they can easily cause accidents.
C. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in capitals.
1. I consider documentaries to be very . EDUCATE
2. Ali pays for his car in instalments. MONTH
3. Children are on their parents for food and clothing. DEPEND
4. If you need any information, please do not hesitate to contact us. ADDITION
5. Let’s go on a short holiday and get away from our routine. DAY
6. The shops are closed because today is a holiday. NATION
7. Anne is that she will do well in her exams. CONFIDE
8. Travelling abroad can be quite . COST
D. Choose the correct answer a, b, c or d.
1. Michael thought he by a strange man last night.
a. followed b. was following c. to be followed d. was being followed
2. This doctor is believed the best in his field.
a. being b. to being c. that he is d. to be
3. The customers are by the waiters at the moment.
a. served b. serving c. being served d. been served
4. A contract between the businessmen.
a. was signing b. signed c. was been signing d. was being signed
5. Fresh fruit is believed beneficial for people’s health.
a. being b. to be c. to have d. it is
6. When will the letters by the secretary?
a. send b. be sent c. being sent d. be sending
8. Jack is because he failed his Maths exam.
9. We discussed the problem before reaching a conclusion.
10. I can’t talk to you right now. I’m .
11. Adam likes vegetables, tomatoes.
12. After cooking, Sally always leaves the kitchen .
13. The ending was quite predictable, but it was a nice book.
14. His behaviour was immature and irresponsible, very unprofessional.
GRAMMAR
1. I went to the library so that I could return the books I had borrowed. order
I went to the library the books I had borrowed.
2. We didn’t go to the park because it was raining heavily. to
We didn’t go to the park rain.
3. Despite being tired, I agreed to go to the library with my brother. though
I agreed to go to the library with my brother tired.
4. Ted joined the gym so as to keep fit. that
Ted joined the gym keep fit.
5. Afaf will prepare the food for dinner. be
The food for dinner Afaf.
6. They had painted the school before the students returned from the summer holidays. been
The school before the students returned from the summer holidays.
7. You must do this exercise within fifteen minutes. done
This within fifteen minutes.
8. Although Mike studied hard, he didn’t pass the final exam. of
Mike didn’t pass the final exam hard.
F. Rewrite the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given.
Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given.
A. Match the synonyms.
VOCABULARY
1. to begin with a. variety
2. such as b. for example
3. moreover c. from my point of view
4. I believe d. in the first place
5. range e. what is more
E. Rewrite the following sentences using the passive voice. Start with the words given.
1. I asked the children to go to bed early tonight.
The children .
2. People were taking lots of photos during the race.
Lots .
3. I expect that this scientist will win a Nobel Prize this year.
This scientist .
4. Millions of people are going to watch the football match.
The football match .
5. Don’t come in. They are painting the living room at the moment.
Don’t come in. The .
6. They say that Mr Jones is the man who helped the police solve the mystery.
It .
refreshing appealing giant firstly relatively economical tour operators restrictions
B. Complete the text with the words/phrases in the box. There are two extra words/phrases which you do not need to use.
WRITING
C. Read the essay, complete the gaps 1-4 with the topic sentences A-D and circle the correct linking words/phrases.
A. Firstly / For example, the Internet provides people with the opportunity to interact with other people.
B. Another reason why the Internet is considered ideal is that it is a fast and efficient tool.
C. Especially / In my opinion, the Internet is a very useful invention.
D. It is a fact that the Internet is thought to be an ideal way to deal with the problems created by our modern way of life.
1. The obvious reason for this is the global connection and speed it provides. This enables people to come into
contact and keep in touch with family and friends, no matter what the distance. It also offers a wide range of time-saving
options.
2. It is true that today’s hectic lifestyle does not leave us with enough time to interact socially on a daily basis. Using
the Internet and technology, you can ‘meet up’ with your friends and family and tell them your news without having to
move around. Moreover / Especially, you can keep in touch with family members that live abroad at a very low price.
3. Many people find it hard to cope with the demands of modern life. The Internet gives them the opportunity
to get things done more easily and quickly. For example / From my point of view, students can access online libraries and
databases to get information on a variety of fields like History, Medicine, etc.
4. By this I mean that it helps people to maintain contact with their friends and family and also save a lot of time
while exposing them to a wide range of information.
The Internet is considered by many to be an ideal solution to many problems of our modern lifestyles.
What is your opinion?
A couple of years ago I went on a holiday in Kenya with some friends. We were visiting some of the
(1) unspoilt islands off the coast of Kenya. We took a dhow, which is a type of boat,
to get to Mando Toto island, where we were going to stay for a few nights. When we arrived at Mando Toto, we had a(n)
(2) swim in the crystal clear waters. Anyone who enjoys snorkelling will find these islands very
(3) as they have plenty of exotic sea life. After lunch we were taken to our accommodation,
a row of tree houses built in (4) trees on the beach. Apart from having a beautiful view
of the sea, the tree houses were very (5) to stay in - they cost only $20 a night. Many
(6) are now offering all-inclusive holidays to these islands so it’s best to go there before the
area becomes spoilt by too much tourism.
65
ENGLISH IN USE
A. Read the text below and decide which answer a, b or c best fits each gap.
When my brother suggested going on a safari,
I thought Zimbabwe would be an (1) holiday
destination. We stayed on a reserve, close to which
leopards, elephants and crocodiles roamed and on the
first two days we really (2) being so close to
nature.
On the third day, we hired a car to explore the
(3) African landscape. On the way, we saw
signs not to leave the car. However, after driving for
hours on end, we eventually ran out of petrol. To make
matters worse, we got lost and we had no other
(4) but to spend the night in the car.
The next day, very early in the morning, we decided to
walk back. We reached the reserve after ten long hours.
Naturally, the staff were very worried about us.
(5) , they told us they had sent a jeep to look
for us and they apologised for not being able to help.
Undoubtedly, this holiday was one we will never
forget. And despite our little adventure, Zimbabwe
is a beautiful country which has got so many (6)
worth visiting. We will certainly go there again.
1. a. ideal b. enthusiastic c. additional
2. a. accommodated b. guaranteed c. appreciated
3. a. impressive b. enjoyable c. brilliant
4. a. option b. range c. restriction
5. a. Moreover b. Firstly c. Without a doubt
6. a. objects b. attractions c. tours
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