MOCK PRACTICE:
A. Fill each blank with the best word: already, still, just, yet, ever, never, for, since, recently, so far
1. Despite calling several times, she has __________ replied to my messages.
2. Have you __________ noticed any changes in the new policy since last month?
3. I’ve __________ finished reading the book, but I need to review some chapters again.
4. We haven’t made a final decision __________ because we’re waiting for more information.
5. They’ve lived abroad __________ three years, but they plan to return soon.
6. Have you __________ considered applying for the internship or is it too late?
7. The company has __________ announced its profits, but the numbers seem promising.
8. He has __________ improved his presentation skills, which is evident from his recent talks.
9. She’s __________ waiting to hear back about the job, even though the interview was weeks ago.
10. I’ve __________ been to Paris, but I still want to explore more of France.
11. Our team has __________ scored five goals this season, which is better than last year.
12. They __________ started the renovation, but it’s taking longer than expected.
13. Have you __________ met anyone interesting at the conference yet?
14. I’ve worked here __________ the company was founded, so I know its history well.
15. The CEO has __________ emphasized the importance of sustainability in recent speeches.
16. Despite the delays, we’ve __________ completed the first phase of the project.
17. Has the package __________ arrived, or should I check with the courier?
18. I __________ struggled to find the right words in interviews before I practiced more.
19. The students have __________ submitted their essays, but some are still missing.
20.Since the pandemic started, people have __________ changed how they work and socialize.
B. Complete the following sentences
1. If I need help moving,
2. I would call you if
3. The skiing will be good next week if
4. You will pass the test if
5. If he had a car,
6. They are going to go to Europe if
7. If she weren’t tired,
8. The cat will get fat if
9. If you speak four languages,
10. Hugh and Sam will drop by if
C. Choose the correct form of the verb given to make CONDITIONAL SENTENCES.
1. I ………………………………… (to call) you if I ………………………………… (to need) help with my homework.
2. If you ………………………………… (to go) see that movie, I’m sure you ………………………………… (to enjoy) it.
3. If I ………………………………… (to have) the chance, I ………………………………… (to visit) Europe.
4. He ………………………………… (to make) an excellent father if he ………………………………… (to have) children.
5. To learn the piano / to have time
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
6. To see the dentist / the pain—to continue
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
7. To do something tonight / to call you
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
8. To see a snake / my heart—to stop
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
D. Match A and B below to create some common North American superstitions.
1. If you break a mirror, (a) if you knock on wood.
2. If you find a four-leaf clover, (b) you will bring bad luck to all the people in the house.
3. You will have bad luck (c) you will have seven years of bad luck
4. You will prevent something bad (d) if you carry one in your pocket.
from happening (e) you will be the next person to get married
5. If you open an umbrella indoors (f) if you walk under a ladder
6. A rabbit’s paw will bring good luck (g) you will be very lucky
7. If you catch the bride’s bouquet (h) you will have bad luck.
at a wedding,
8. If a black cat crosses your path
COLLOCATIONS MASTERLIST ✎ .📓🗒 ˎˊ˗
HAVE
● have + food / drinks: have breakfast / coffee / a meal
● have + event: have a party / meeting / game / race
● have + relax: have a break / rest
● have + communication: have a conversation / discussion / chat / argument / a word (with)
● have + abstract: have an idea / a feeling / a look
● have + dreams: have a dream or nightmare
● have + positive feelings: have a good time / have hope / have a laugh
● have + negative feelings: have a fear (of something) / have trouble or problems
GO
● go + activity or place: go jogging / for a walk / shopping / online / to the library
● go + effort or challenge: go out of the way / the distance / beyond the limit / against the grain
● go + connection: go through thick and thin / go hand in hand with
● go + communication: go back on your word / go into detail / go off on a tangent / go around
in circles
● go + learning: go beyond the textbook / go back to basics / go over the material
● go + attitude: go with the flow / go along with / go through the motions / go behind your back
● go down in history
● go off grid
● go under the knife
DO
● do + chores: do the dishes / the laundry / the cleaning / the shopping
● do + work: do homework / research / a project / a job
● do + performance: do well / do badly / do your best
● do + personal actions: do your hair / your makeup / exercise / do someone a favour
● do + general actions: do something / nothing / anything / everything
MAKE
● make + product: make breakfast / make a deal/ make money
● make + apologies: make an excuse / make up for something
● make + decisions or plans: make a decision or plan / make a suggestion or complaint /
make changes/ make an appointment
● make + communication: make a phone call / make a promise / make a complaint / make a
suggestion
● make + actions: make an effort / make a mess / make noise / make a habit
● make + impact: make an impression / make a difference / make a fool of someone
COME
● come + movement: come home / come back / come forward / come out (of) / come in(to) /
come over / come along / come from
TAKE
● take + rest/pause: take a break / take it easy / take time
● take + action or control: take action / take charge / take control / take responsibility / take a
side / take over
● take + attention or observation: take a look / take notes / take pride in / take part
● take + care or interaction: take care of / take advantage of / take turns
● take for granted
● take risks
BRING:
● take (like go) = from here to there
● bring (like come) = from there to here
● bring somebody something / bring something back
GET
● get + movement: get home / get back / get in / get out / get away
● get + possession: get a job / a gift / a ticket / get permission / get a message / get a chance
● get + changes or results: get better or worse / get tired / get ready / get lost or stuck
● get + communication or understanding: get the point / idea / message / get through (to
someone) / get along with
● get + feelings or reactions: get angry / excited