A. Rewrite the following sentences.

1. The exam was too difficult so, I didn’t pass it.

If _____________________________________________________________ passed it.
2. My car broke down so, I arrived late.
____________________________________ if _______________________________.
3. I’m busy, so I can’t come with you.
If _____________________________________________________________ with you.
4. Maybe I’ll have enough time today. I’ll visit my uncle.
If __________________________________________________________ visit my uncle.
5. She walks to school because she hasn’t got a bike.
_________________________________ if ___________________________________.
6. You should eat healthy food.
If ____________________________________________________________________.
7. It rained yesterday so we could not go for a picnic.
__________________________________ if ____________________________ yesterday.
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B. Fill in the blanks with the correct conditional.

1. If the students hadn’t been late for the exam, they _____________________ (pass).
2. If the weather ______________________ (not/be) so cold, we would have gone to the
beach.
3. If she had her laptop with her, she _____________________ (email) me.
4. If she _____________________ (go) to the meeting, I won’t go either.
5. If the teacher gives us lots of homework this weekend, I __________________ (not/be)
happy.
6. If Lucy _____________________ (have) enough time, she ___________________ (travel)
more.
7. Unless the children________________ (eat) soon, they will be grumpy.

8. If I don’t go to bed soon, I __________________ (be) tired in the morning.

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 C. Complete the sentences with the correct compound nouns. The first letter of each
word is given.

1 They are planning a new a c next to the river, with great views.
2 The w c were perfect for skiing. It was cold, with blue skies and the
snow was powdery, not icy.
3 I always try to use p t when getting about the city. The bus lanes
mean it’s much quicker than going by car.
4 We got lost in the middle of the city because the t s were so
confusing. My dad didn’t know which way to drive so we asked someone for directions.
5 There aren’t enough p s where people my age can meet up safely.
6 My grandparents live near a small village in a pretty little c c . The
rooms are really small, but they are charming.
7 The recent h c means that there are many families living in
overcrowded conditions.
8 At the council meeting, the t p agreed the project to build a new
leisure complex.

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D. Read the article and decide which answer (A, B, C or D) best fits each gap.
City break: destination London
In my next school holiday, my parents are taking me on a city break to London. We’ll be staying in
an apartment (1) , which will give us more freedom than staying in a hotel. It’s close
to a couple of supermarkets, which is (2) for shopping for food. It’s also (3) to the
centre as it’s near a tube station. We’re flying to Heathrow airport from where we’ll catch the (4)
train to the centre, then we’ll take a taxi to our apartment. So what will we see? (5) a start,
London is one of the best cities to visit in Europe with lots of places (6) the Natural History
Museum. We’re going to be (7) foot most of the time, though we will use the tube a lot too.
We want to go on the London Eye at night as we’ve heard the views (8) your breath away.
It will be my first visit to London so I want to see all the usual tourist (9) , like Big Ben and
Buckingham Palace. I also want to go to Westfield, which is a big shopping complex in West
London.

1 A group B site C block D hall

2 A useless B imposing C handy D urban
3 A insulated B remote C high-speed D well-connected
4 A secure B express C public D tracked
5 A For B By C Of D From
6 A as B because C like D to
7 A at B in C onto D on
8 A take B have C make D lose
9 A visits B spots C signs D networks
10 A amenities B station C complex D park
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E. Fill in the blanks with the correct word from the box.
, leisure complex city walls road markings traffic jams
entrance gate town hall tourist spot power station

1.Some people think the __________________ near the town is ugly, but we need it to
generate our electricity.
2.I’ll meet you outside the ___________________to the zoo. It’s right in front of the car park
and the ticket office.
3. I got stuck in a __________________ on my way to work and ended up being late for the
meeting.
4.The new _____________________ has got a massive swimming pool and plenty of tennis
courts.
5.The council work in this building. In my town, the _____________________ is in the market
square.
6.The waterfall in the forest is a busy _____________________ in the summer. You can still
visit it in the winter when the crowds won’t be there.
7.In places like York and Chester you can walk on top of the __________________ and see
the buildings from a high viewpoint.
8.The city’s transport department repainted the _______________________ in the city
yesterday. Now you can see which lane to drive in.
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Gerund or Infinitive Exercise

1 Use the verbs in brackets to fill the gaps.
1 We arranged _____________ under the station clock at half nine. ( to meet )
2 I always try to avoid _____________ him whenever I can. ( to see )
3 I long _____________ in Scotland again. ( to be )
4 My Mum demanded _____________ the manager. ( to see )
5 My brother denied _____________ my chocolate mousse. Maybe his hamster ate it. ( to
eat )
6 I tried _____________ but I just couldn't. ( to understand )
7 In the end I gave up _____________ to persuade her. ( to try )
8 Charlie was pretending _____________ a chicken. ( to be )
9 They chose _____________ in a cheap hotel but spend more money on meals. ( to stay)
10 We like Galicia so much that we keep _____________ back there. ( to go )
11 He deserves _____________ severely punished. ( to be )
12 When we visit my aunt, they expect me _____________ on my best behaviour. ( to be )
13 I didn't mean _____________ her feelings. I'm really sorry. ( to hurt )
14 I always put off _____________ my homework until the last possible moment. ( to do )
15 He goes on _____________ me the same thing over and over again. ( to tell )
16 I can't stand _____________ in the queue at the baker's. ( to wait )
17 The firemen managed _____________ the fire pretty quickly. ( to put out )
18 I never risk _____________ through that part of town. ( to go )
19 Clare offered _____________ me to the airport, which was very kind of her. ( to take )

Read the article. Decide which shop or online store (A–H) would be the most suitable for the young people (9–
14).

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Luke is going on a relaxing island holiday with his family. He’ll be at the beach every day. He’s grown a lot in the last
year and his clothes don’t fit him. He doesn’t want to spend too much because he’s still growing.

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Sam loves designer fashions, but they’re expensive. She has saved up money to buy something that she’ll have for a
long time, so she needs to choose well. It can be a piece of clothing or an accessory. She prefers plain colours and
simple styles.

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Andy doesn’t know what suits him, so his sister usually goes shopping with him. She’s away at university now, and he
needs help. His favourite band is playing in a few days and he needs something cool to wear to the concert.

12
Holly has never been camping, but she’s going on a school camping trip in two weeks. She needs warm, comfortable
clothes and good boots that will keep her dry in wet weather. She doesn’t want to spend too much because she
doesn’t think she’ll go camping again.

13
Jake is starting a part-time job at a computer shop in a few days and he wants to make a good impression. The
assistants at the shop are not allowed to wear casual clothes. They don’t have to wear a suit, but they should look neat
and professional.

14
Claire is sporty and always wears casual clothes, so she doesn’t have anything suitable for her cousin’s twenty-first
birthday party. She’d like to find a pretty dress and accessories that she can wear for a few years. Because she’s
studying, she hasn’t got time to go to the shops.
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Task 2
Read the article again and answer the question in your own words.

15 Why is it a good idea to buy quality items?

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Fashion blogger Milly Jones reviews the best places for teens to shop.

A Get the Look E Here and Now

When it’s time to wear your best, there’s no better site. If you want to look good for less money, try this shop.
Shop for dresses, bags, shoes and jewellery. Buy one They’ve got great casual clothes for teens and young
or two items, or a whole look – there are great people – T-shirts, jeans, shorts, shoes, boots and
suggestions on the site. If you change your mind about trainers. There are always great deals. This month, you
something after you receive it, you can return or can get ready for summer – buy three T-shirts and get
exchange it quite easily. Use the special bag that is a fourth for free! You’ll look great and feel comfortable
included with your order and send it back within 30 too. The shops are open Monday to Saturday. More
days. details are available online.

B Fine Fashions F Top Store

There are no hoodies or trainers here! When you want When you have to look your best, this is a great shop.
to look nice, but it’s not a formal event, try this site. They have the latest suits, shirts, ties and leather
Maybe you have a job interview or are going out for shoes by the most famous designers. For work or
dinner with your family. For guys, there are shirts and special events, you’ll find everything you need. They
trousers. Girls can find lovely skirts, tops and summer offer excellent service too. If you’re too busy to visit the
dresses. These are good quality clothes that you will shop, they’ll come to you. Good quality costs more, but
wear again and again. Just download the app and start it’s a small price to pay when you want to look and feel
shopping. confident.

C Explorer G Forever Style

At Explorer you’ll find everything you need to enjoy life Forget about fashion. Focus on style – it makes you
outdoors. There are jackets to protect you from wind stand out and feel special. Is it better to buy lots of
and rain, as well as casual, running, hiking and walking cheap items in the season’s patterns and colours that
shoes and boots. The winter sale is on now with 50% you’ll wear a few times, or one amazing, high quality
off many of their popular items. Use code piece that you will enjoy forever? At Forever Style,
EXPLORELIFE for another 10% off when you pay. For you’ll pay a bit more, but that’s smart shopping. It’s
this week only, there is free delivery on all orders they easy to find something you can afford – just choose
receive. how much you want to pay, and the app will do the
rest.
D Wear It Once
H Teen Trends
Most of us can’t afford to buy designer clothes, but that
doesn’t mean we can’t wear the best. At Wear It Once, This is one of the biggest online stores for teen
you can rent clothes, bags and shoes for a low price. fashions and there are loads of great bargains. If
It’s certainly cheaper than buying them! Wear them to you’re not sure what to wear, let them help you. Just
a special event and then take them back in good tell them your size, height and what you’re looking for.
condition the next day. It’s so easy! They’re open They’ll put together a great collection of cool casual
seven days a week, with shops in cities across the clothes for you to choose from. If you’re in a hurry,
country. don’t worry! They offer next-day delivery to most areas.