Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

   Max met his future wife when he __________________around South America.

Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

Paula __________________ all her races recently, so she’s hoping for a medal in the Olympics next month.

Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

Sarah __________________ in Canada because her parents emigrated when she was a baby.

Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

We __________________ any problems with neighbours if we lived in a detached house

Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

 I found it hard to concentrate because I __________________well the night before.

Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

  My feet are sore because I __________________ all day.

Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

I’m hoping my headache __________________ by the time we have to go out.

Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

If only my parents __________________ tonight. Then my friends could come round.

Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

This time next week, my dad __________________ his operation.

Grammar

   Complete the sentences with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. 

Be careful not to touch that pan. You __________________your hand if you do

Grammar

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At first, Rosie hated living on her own, but then she ___ to it.

Grammar

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I’m sure we ___ our next match because our best player is injured.

Grammar

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I’m not sure why I keep sneezing; it ___ an allergy or perhaps it’s a cold.

Grammar

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Chris and Sue ___ got lost on the way. They always use satnav.

Grammar

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 ______of my friends make phone calls any more. They all send text messages

Grammar

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I do ___ shopping online. I don’t like giving out my credit card details.

Grammar

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  The bigger the house you live in, ___ it takes to clean.

Grammar

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I ___ share a room with my sister, but now she’s at university.

Grammar

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My phone battery has run out. I ___ recharged it before I went out.

Grammar

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Our house is ___ substantial than yours because my family isn’t as big.

Vocabulary

Choose the correct words to complete the sentences.

They’ve put up a wooden …………around the garden to keep out the neighbours’ dogs.

Vocabulary

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………………., Grace was late, as usual.

Vocabulary

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Their child is still……………….., so he can’t walk yet.

Vocabulary

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I’m curious ………….your new boyfriend – where did you meet him?

Vocabulary

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I’ve hurt my…………….., so I can’t use my hand.

Vocabulary

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My brother loves board games, and his favourite one is ……….

Vocabulary

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My dad gave my mum some flowers to…………….. forgetting their anniversary

Vocabulary

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We often go ice skating at our local ice ………..

Vocabulary

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My sore throat won’t go away, so I’m going to………..an appointment with the doctor.

Vocabulary

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Have you ……………..your profile photo recently?

Vocabulary

Complete the sentences with the prepositions below.

We’re going to make our attic __________________ a study where my mother can work

Vocabulary

Complete the sentences with the prepositions below.

Sadly, Emily’s grandfather passed __________________ last month, and she still hasn’t got over it

Vocabulary

Complete the sentences with the prepositions below.

__________________ last month, and she still hasn’t got over it

Vocabulary

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I don’t really go __________________ for martial arts, but that demonstration was superb!

Vocabulary

Complete the sentences with the prepositions below.

I don’t know how you put __________________ with your sister’s bad temper!

Vocabulary

  Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in brackets.

My uncle and aunt have converted their rather __________________basement into a fitness room.

Vocabulary

  Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in brackets.

  The situation between Charlie and Eve is __________________ ; they’re going to split up.

Vocabulary

  Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in brackets.

My I.C.T. teacher shouted at me __________________ when I clicked on the wrong button.

Vocabulary

  Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in brackets.

They’ve got a lovely __________________ on the side of their house where they can sit and enjoy the sun

Vocabulary

  Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in brackets.

The mobile home has a __________________ kitchen and a cosy living area.

Reading 

Read the advice to competitors in a race. Match questions A–F with paragraphs 1–5.

There is one extra question.

How to achieve success at the Marathon des Sables

The best – and probably only – way of completing this six-day ultramarathon in southern Morocco is to make efficient preparations. Here are some tips to help you survive the 251 km course.1 ___ As a competitor in the Marathon des Sables, you’ll be responsible for your own food. To maintain physical strength, you’ll need between 3,000 and 4,000 calories per day. Dried food is best because of its low weight and volume. Plan for a solid breakfast before the race, and a large evening meal afterwards. Take dried fruit and nuts, and high energy bars as snacks. 2 ___

During the race, you’ll need to drink between six and seven litres of water per day. Water is distributed in the morning, at control posts during the race and on completion of each stage – remember to save some each evening to prepare breakfast the next day. You mustn’t discard water bottles in the desert; they should be exchanged for new ones or thrown away at the control posts 3 ___ You’ll need a comfortable rucksack that doesn’t cover the competitor number on your chest; if it does, you may not be allowed to compete. The bag should contain everything you need, including food, a stove for heating water, a sleeping bag and your clothes. Everything you carry must be weighed so that your rucksack isn’t too heavy for you.4 ___ You should start preparing at least six months before the event starts. Aim to run 150 to 190 miles a week, increasing the distance as time goes on. Train with a rucksack occasionally and get used to drinking water on long runs. You can also use the practice runs to test different energy foods. If you aren’t used to running, you should not enter the competition  5 ___  Special satellite facilities are arranged during the race so that you can call friends and family. Phone calls cost around €3 per minute, so bring cash or a credit card with you. You can send one free email per day and the rest you will be charged for. If you want to receive internet messages, the sender will need your full name and competitor number.

Gap number (1) is ….?

Reading 

Read the advice to competitors in a race. Match questions A–F with paragraphs 1–5.

There is one extra question.

How to achieve success at the Marathon des Sables

The best – and probably only – way of completing this six-day ultramarathon in southern Morocco is to make efficient preparations. Here are some tips to help you survive the 251 km course.1 ___ As a competitor in the Marathon des Sables, you’ll be responsible for your own food. To maintain physical strength, you’ll need between 3,000 and 4,000 calories per day. Dried food is best because of its low weight and volume. Plan for a solid breakfast before the race, and a large evening meal afterwards. Take dried fruit and nuts, and high energy bars as snacks. 2 ___

During the race, you’ll need to drink between six and seven litres of water per day. Water is distributed in the morning, at control posts during the race and on completion of each stage – remember to save some each evening to prepare breakfast the next day. You mustn’t discard water bottles in the desert; they should be exchanged for new ones or thrown away at the control posts 3 ___ You’ll need a comfortable rucksack that doesn’t cover the competitor number on your chest; if it does, you may not be allowed to compete. The bag should contain everything you need, including food, a stove for heating water, a sleeping bag and your clothes. Everything you carry must be weighed so that your rucksack isn’t too heavy for you.4 ___ You should start preparing at least six months before the event starts. Aim to run 150 to 190 miles a week, increasing the distance as time goes on. Train with a rucksack occasionally and get used to drinking water on long runs. You can also use the practice runs to test different energy foods. If you aren’t used to running, you should not enter the competition  5 ___  Special satellite facilities are arranged during the race so that you can call friends and family. Phone calls cost around €3 per minute, so bring cash or a credit card with you. You can send one free email per day and the rest you will be charged for. If you want to receive internet messages, the sender will need your full name and competitor number.

Gap number (2) is ….?

Reading 

Read the advice to competitors in a race. Match questions A–F with paragraphs 1–5.

There is one extra question.

How to achieve success at the Marathon des Sables

The best – and probably only – way of completing this six-day ultramarathon in southern Morocco is to make efficient preparations. Here are some tips to help you survive the 251 km course.1 ___ As a competitor in the Marathon des Sables, you’ll be responsible for your own food. To maintain physical strength, you’ll need between 3,000 and 4,000 calories per day. Dried food is best because of its low weight and volume. Plan for a solid breakfast before the race, and a large evening meal afterwards. Take dried fruit and nuts, and high energy bars as snacks. 2 ___

During the race, you’ll need to drink between six and seven litres of water per day. Water is distributed in the morning, at control posts during the race and on completion of each stage – remember to save some each evening to prepare breakfast the next day. You mustn’t discard water bottles in the desert; they should be exchanged for new ones or thrown away at the control posts 3 ___ You’ll need a comfortable rucksack that doesn’t cover the competitor number on your chest; if it does, you may not be allowed to compete. The bag should contain everything you need, including food, a stove for heating water, a sleeping bag and your clothes. Everything you carry must be weighed so that your rucksack isn’t too heavy for you.4 ___ You should start preparing at least six months before the event starts. Aim to run 150 to 190 miles a week, increasing the distance as time goes on. Train with a rucksack occasionally and get used to drinking water on long runs. You can also use the practice runs to test different energy foods. If you aren’t used to running, you should not enter the competition  5 ___  Special satellite facilities are arranged during the race so that you can call friends and family. Phone calls cost around €3 per minute, so bring cash or a credit card with you. You can send one free email per day and the rest you will be charged for. If you want to receive internet messages, the sender will need your full name and competitor number.

Gap number (3) is ….?

Reading 

Read the advice to competitors in a race. Match questions A–F with paragraphs 1–5.

There is one extra question.

How to achieve success at the Marathon des Sables

The best – and probably only – way of completing this six-day ultramarathon in southern Morocco is to make efficient preparations. Here are some tips to help you survive the 251 km course.1 ___ As a competitor in the Marathon des Sables, you’ll be responsible for your own food. To maintain physical strength, you’ll need between 3,000 and 4,000 calories per day. Dried food is best because of its low weight and volume. Plan for a solid breakfast before the race, and a large evening meal afterwards. Take dried fruit and nuts, and high energy bars as snacks. 2 ___

During the race, you’ll need to drink between six and seven litres of water per day. Water is distributed in the morning, at control posts during the race and on completion of each stage – remember to save some each evening to prepare breakfast the next day. You mustn’t discard water bottles in the desert; they should be exchanged for new ones or thrown away at the control posts 3 ___ You’ll need a comfortable rucksack that doesn’t cover the competitor number on your chest; if it does, you may not be allowed to compete. The bag should contain everything you need, including food, a stove for heating water, a sleeping bag and your clothes. Everything you carry must be weighed so that your rucksack isn’t too heavy for you.4 ___ You should start preparing at least six months before the event starts. Aim to run 150 to 190 miles a week, increasing the distance as time goes on. Train with a rucksack occasionally and get used to drinking water on long runs. You can also use the practice runs to test different energy foods. If you aren’t used to running, you should not enter the competition  5 ___  Special satellite facilities are arranged during the race so that you can call friends and family. Phone calls cost around €3 per minute, so bring cash or a credit card with you. You can send one free email per day and the rest you will be charged for. If you want to receive internet messages, the sender will need your full name and competitor number.

Gap number (4) is ….?

Reading 

Read the advice to competitors in a race. Match questions A–F with paragraphs 1–5.

There is one extra question.

How to achieve success at the Marathon des Sables

The best – and probably only – way of completing this six-day ultramarathon in southern Morocco is to make efficient preparations. Here are some tips to help you survive the 251 km course.1 ___ As a competitor in the Marathon des Sables, you’ll be responsible for your own food. To maintain physical strength, you’ll need between 3,000 and 4,000 calories per day. Dried food is best because of its low weight and volume. Plan for a solid breakfast before the race, and a large evening meal afterwards. Take dried fruit and nuts, and high energy bars as snacks. 2 ___

During the race, you’ll need to drink between six and seven litres of water per day. Water is distributed in the morning, at control posts during the race and on completion of each stage – remember to save some each evening to prepare breakfast the next day. You mustn’t discard water bottles in the desert; they should be exchanged for new ones or thrown away at the control posts 3 ___ You’ll need a comfortable rucksack that doesn’t cover the competitor number on your chest; if it does, you may not be allowed to compete. The bag should contain everything you need, including food, a stove for heating water, a sleeping bag and your clothes. Everything you carry must be weighed so that your rucksack isn’t too heavy for you.4 ___ You should start preparing at least six months before the event starts. Aim to run 150 to 190 miles a week, increasing the distance as time goes on. Train with a rucksack occasionally and get used to drinking water on long runs. You can also use the practice runs to test different energy foods. If you aren’t used to running, you should not enter the competition  5 ___  Special satellite facilities are arranged during the race so that you can call friends and family. Phone calls cost around €3 per minute, so bring cash or a credit card with you. You can send one free email per day and the rest you will be charged for. If you want to receive internet messages, the sender will need your full name and competitor number.

Gap number (5) is ….?