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1. I never tell her anything because she can't keep a _______.

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The correct answer is "secret" because the sentence implies that the person mentioned in the statement cannot keep information confidential. This suggests that they are likely to reveal or share any information that is told to them, indicating a lack of ability to keep a secret.

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2. Tom comes from Birmingham, and that's where he ______ (grow) up, but at the moment, he lives in Southampton.

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The correct answer is "grew". This is because the sentence is talking about Tom's past, specifically where he grew up. The verb "grow" is used in the past tense to indicate that Tom's upbringing in Birmingham has already happened.

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3. The man who is talking in the restaurant is quite young.

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The statement says that the man who is talking in the restaurant is quite young. However, the correct answer is False. This means that the man who is talking in the restaurant is not quite young.

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4. 'Keep me ________, OK? I want to hear all the news.'

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The phrase "Keep me informed, OK? I want to hear all the news" suggests that the speaker wants to be kept up-to-date and knowledgeable about any new information or developments. They express a desire to stay informed and be in the loop. Therefore, the correct answer is "informed."

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5. If you don't want people to notice you, it's best to keep a _______.

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Keeping a low profile means to avoid attracting attention or notice from others. In the context of the question, if someone does not want to be noticed, it is best for them to keep a low profile. This could involve behaving discreetly, not drawing attention to oneself, or avoiding any actions or behaviors that might make them stand out. By keeping a low profile, they can blend in and go unnoticed by others.

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6. Kim is going to take some of her old books to the bookstore.

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Kim is going to take some of her old books to the bookstore. This statement implies that Kim has old books that she wants to sell or exchange at the bookstore. Therefore, the statement is true.

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7. Gina and Ray can't hear the man who is talking in the restaurant.

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Gina and Ray are unable to hear the man who is talking in the restaurant. This implies that there is a problem with their ability to perceive or understand the man's speech. Therefore, the statement "Gina and Ray can't hear the man who is talking in the restaurant" is true.

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8. The man ______ robbed the bank, had two pistols.

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The correct answer is "who" because it is used to refer to a person and is the subject of the sentence. In this case, "who" is used to describe the man who robbed the bank and had two pistols.

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9. This time next week, _________ on a beach in the Canary Islands. I can't wait!

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The correct answer is "we'll be lying." This is because the sentence is referring to a specific point in the future, "this time next week," and the action of lying on a beach in the Canary Islands will be ongoing at that time. The future continuous tense, "will be lying," is used to express an action that will be happening at a specific point in the future.

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10. 'Keep your mouth _____. You'll get into trouble if you say anything.'

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In this sentence, the phrase "Keep your mouth shut" means to remain silent or not speak. The speaker is advising someone to refrain from saying anything because it may lead to trouble. Therefore, "shut" is the correct answer as it fits the context and conveys the intended meaning.

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11. I have never go to China, but my sister _____ (spend) three months there last year. 

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The sentence is in the past tense and refers to an action that happened in the past. The word "spent" is the past tense form of the verb "spend," which is the correct form to use in this context. It indicates that the sister had the experience of spending three months in China last year, even though the speaker themselves have never been to China.

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12. Well, I _______ (read) a magazine in the doctor's waiting room and quite by chance I saw an ad for the college.

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The verb "read" is the correct answer because it matches the tense and subject of the sentence. The sentence is in past tense, and the subject "I" is the one performing the action of reading. Therefore, "read" is the appropriate past tense form of the verb to complete the sentence.

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13. Gina and Ray are going to a party at the restaurant.

Explanation

The statement "Gina and Ray are going to a party at the restaurant" is false. It implies that both Gina and Ray are attending a party at the restaurant, but there is no information provided to support this claim. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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14. A boy _____ sister is in my class was at the bank at the time.

Explanation

The correct answer is "whose". This is because "whose" is used to indicate possession or ownership. In this sentence, it is indicating that the boy's sister is in my class.

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15. Rothko wanted to be an artist.

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The correct answer is "when he watched students drawing." This is because the statement implies that Rothko's desire to be an artist was influenced by observing other students drawing. It suggests that seeing the creative process and the passion of other artists inspired him to pursue art as well.

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16. She kept me __________ for 25 minutes. I was about to leave when she turned up.

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The correct answer is "waiting" because the sentence is in the past tense, and "waiting" is the correct past participle form of the verb "wait." It indicates that the speaker was in the state of waiting for 25 minutes before the other person arrived.

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17. He wore a mask __________ made him look like Mickey Mouse.

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The correct answer is "which" because it is used to introduce a relative clause that provides additional information about the mask. The relative clause "which made him look like Mickey Mouse" describes the mask and explains its effect on the person wearing it.

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18. Even though he is retired, organizing his local neighbors' committee keeps him really _______.

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The correct answer is "busy" because even though the person is retired, they are engaged in organizing their local neighbors' committee, which suggests that they have a lot of tasks and responsibilities to handle. This indicates that they are actively occupied and have a busy schedule.

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19. Combine the sentences with relative clauses (Decide whether to use commas or not.) A monk is a man. The man has devoted his life to God.

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The correct answer combines the two sentences by using a relative clause. It states that a monk, who is a man, has devoted his life to God. The use of the relative pronoun "who" connects the two ideas and shows that the man is the one who has made this dedication.

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20. Greg an Kim are going to go to Bernard's Books this afternoon.

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21. Mark Rothko emigrated to the United States

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Mark Rothko emigrated to the United States with his mother and elder sister.

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22. Jane, __________ mother is a physician, is very good at biology.

Explanation

The correct answer is "whose". "Whose" is used to show possession and is used to indicate that Jane's mother is a physician. This sentence structure is commonly used to provide additional information about the subject.

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23. The train _____ in half an hour, so we'd better hurry.

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The correct answer is "leaves" because the sentence is in the present tense and refers to a habitual or scheduled action. The verb "leaves" indicates that the train regularly departs in half an hour, suggesting that the speaker and the listener need to hurry to catch it.

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24. Rothko thought that modern art

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Rothko believed that modern art could be compared to children's pictures. This suggests that he saw a simplicity and innocence in modern art, similar to the way children create art without any preconceived notions or rules. By comparing modern art to children's pictures, Rothko may have been emphasizing the raw and unfiltered expression found in both, challenging the notion that modern art was primitive or childish.

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25. I don't think ________ the competition, but you never know!

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The phrase "I don't think" suggests doubt or uncertainty about the outcome of the competition. The use of "I'll win" in the answer indicates a future action or intention to win, which aligns with the possibility mentioned in the statement. The other options ("I win," "I'm going to won," "I'll be winning") do not convey the same sense of certainty or intention. Therefore, "I'll win" is the most appropriate choice for completing the sentence.

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26. Tom and Paula are very late. All the food ______ by the time they get here.

Explanation

The correct answer is "will have been eaten" because it indicates that the food will be completely consumed before Tom and Paula arrive. This form of the future perfect tense implies that the eating of the food will be finished at a specific point in the future.

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27. He doesn't have many friends. Perhaps that's because he likes to keep people at _______.

Explanation

The phrase "keep people at arm's length" means to maintain a certain distance or detachment from others. This suggests that the person in question prefers to have limited social interactions and does not form close relationships easily. This could be the reason why he doesn't have many friends.

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28. The people in the restaurant must be at a retirement party.

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29. Oh no, it's already 8.30 and the bus isn't here yet. __________ late for work again!

Explanation

The phrase "going to be" is used to talk about future plans or intentions. In this context, the speaker is expressing their prediction or expectation that they will be late for work again.

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30. I didn't hear my alarm clock this morning, so by the time I got to the station, my train ___________ (already leave)

Explanation

The use of "has already left" indicates that the train departed before the speaker arrived at the station. The phrase "has already" suggests that the action of leaving occurred in the past but is still relevant to the present moment. Therefore, it implies that the train left prior to the speaker's arrival at the station.

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31. How long ________ (he/be) in Southhampton?

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The correct answer is "has he been" because the question is asking about the duration of time that "he" has spent in Southhampton. The phrase "has he been" is the correct form of the present perfect tense to indicate an action that started in the past and is still ongoing.

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32. 'Hey, keep your _______! It isn't that serious.'

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The phrase "keep your shirt on" is an idiom that means to remain calm or patient in a situation. In this context, the speaker is telling the person to stay calm because the situation is not as serious as they may think.

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33. Mark wrote about 20 application letters, but he ______ (receive) any job offers yet.

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The correct answer is "hasn't received" because it indicates that Mark has not yet received any job offers despite writing 20 application letters. This answer is in the present perfect tense, which is used to talk about actions that started in the past and continue up to the present moment.

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34. I find it really difficult to keep _____ when people say things based on prejudice.

Explanation

When people say things based on prejudice, it can be challenging to maintain a sense of calm. Prejudiced comments can be hurtful and offensive, and it is natural to feel angry or upset in such situations. However, remaining calm allows for better communication and understanding. It helps to prevent escalating the situation and allows for a more productive response. By staying calm, one can address the prejudice in a composed manner and potentially educate the person making the comments.

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35. Who named paintings by their colors?

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Dealers named paintings by their colors. This suggests that dealers in the art industry were responsible for assigning names to paintings based on their colors. They likely did this as a way to categorize and market the artworks, making it easier for potential buyers to identify and remember them. This practice might have been particularly common in commercial art galleries or during the time when abstract art gained popularity, where color played a significant role in the composition.

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36. Most of Greg's books are from his family and friends.

Explanation

The statement suggests that Greg's books mostly come from his family and friends. However, the correct answer is false, indicating that most of Greg's books do not come from his family and friends.

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37. Kim thinks Greg ought to get some more books.

Explanation

The statement suggests that Kim believes Greg should acquire additional books. However, the answer is false, indicating that Kim does not think Greg needs more books.

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38. Sue ______ to visit this weekend. We arranged it months ago, don't you remember?

Explanation

The sentence suggests that Sue had made plans to visit this weekend and it was arranged months ago. The use of "is coming" in the answer indicates that the visit is already scheduled and will happen in the near future.

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39. ___________ this book by the time you get here tomorrow.

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The correct answer is "I'll have finished" because the sentence is in the future perfect tense, indicating an action that will be completed before a specific point in the future. The phrase "by the time you get here tomorrow" indicates that the action of finishing the book will be completed before the specified time in the future.

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40. The neighbors party ____________ me awake all night.

Explanation

The correct answer is "kept". This is because the sentence is in the past tense and requires a verb form that indicates a completed action. "Kept" is the past tense form of the verb "keep" and correctly expresses that the neighbors' party caused the speaker to stay awake all night in the past.

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41. When he leaves university, Geoff _______ some travelling before looking for a job.

Explanation

Geoff's intention after leaving university is to do some traveling before searching for a job. The phrase "hopes to do" indicates his desire and plan to engage in this activity. The other options do not convey the same meaning or intention as "hopes to do."

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42. He came with a friend _________ outside the car.

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The correct answer is "when" because it is a conjunction that is used to introduce a subordinate clause indicating the time at which an action or event takes place. In this case, the phrase "when outside the car" provides additional information about the time when the person came with a friend.

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43. I'm afraid I can't come round this afternoon because _______ tennis with Sarah.

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The correct answer is "I'm playing" because the phrase "I'm afraid I can't come round this afternoon" suggests that the person is declining an invitation or request. The phrase "because I'm playing tennis with Sarah" explains the reason for not being able to come. The present continuous tense "I'm playing" is used to refer to a planned activity or arrangement in the near future.

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44. Rothko's distinctive style

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The given correct answer, "evolved in 1948," suggests that Rothko's distinctive style developed and changed over time, with a significant shift occurring in 1948. This implies that prior to 1948, his style may have been different or less distinctive than what it became later. However, without further context or information, it is not possible to provide a more detailed explanation.

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45. The woman _________ gave him the money was young.

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The correct answer is "who". In this sentence, we are referring to a specific woman who gave him the money. "Who" is used to refer to people, so it is the appropriate choice in this context. "Which" is used to refer to things or animals, so it would not be suitable in this sentence.

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46. Where __________ (John/live)?

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The given correct answer "did John live" is the correct question form in the past tense. It follows the structure of a question in the past simple tense, where the auxiliary verb "did" is used to form questions and the main verb "live" is in its base form. This question is asking about the location or place where John lived in the past.

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47. I _________ (decided) to do an ICT course to improve my computer skills.

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The correct answer is "have decided, 've decided." In this sentence, the speaker is referring to a past action of deciding to do an ICT course. The verb "decided" is in the present perfect tense, which is formed by using "have" + past participle. The contraction "'ve" is a shortened form of "have" used in informal speech. Therefore, both "have decided" and "'ve decided" are correct forms to indicate the past action of deciding.

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48. Type question here. Example: Practice makes you _____When is the next bus due? I _________ (wait) at this stop for half an hour.

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The correct answer for this question is "have been waiting, 've been waiting". This is because the sentence is in the present perfect continuous tense, which is used to talk about an action that started in the past and is still continuing in the present. The word "have been waiting" is the full form, while "'ve been waiting" is the contraction. Both forms are correct and can be used interchangeably.

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49. I haven't finished my assignment yet, although I __________ (work) on it for nearly three days.

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The correct answer is "have been working, 've been working". This is because the sentence is in the present perfect continuous tense, which is used to talk about an action that started in the past and is still ongoing. The word "have been" is the present perfect form of the verb "to be" and is used to indicate that the action has been happening. The word "'ve been" is the contraction of "have been" and is used to show that the action is still ongoing. Therefore, the correct answer is "have been working, 've been working".

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50. This is the bank _____ was robbed yesterday.

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The correct answer is "who, which" because in the given sentence, we are referring to a person or a thing that was robbed. "Who" is used to refer to a person, while "which" is used to refer to a thing. Since we are not given any specific information about whether it was a person or a thing that was robbed, both "who" and "which" can be used in this context.

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51. The woman_________ is sitting at the desk is Mr Winter's secretary.

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The correct answer is "whose" because it is used to indicate possession or ownership. In this sentence, it is used to show that the woman sitting at the desk belongs to Mr. Winter as his secretary. The word "who" is also a possible answer, but it is not as suitable in this context as it does not convey the possessive meaning required in the sentence.

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52. I cannot remember the reason __________ he wanted us to leave

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The correct answer is "why". In the given sentence, the speaker cannot remember the reason for someone wanting them to leave. The word "why" is used to ask for the reason or cause of something, which fits perfectly in the context of the sentence. "Where" refers to a location, "whose" indicates possession, and "how" asks about the manner or method.

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53. Combine the sentences with relative clauses (Decide whether to use commas or not) There are several reasons for the closure of the school. Most of the reasons have already been explained fully.

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The correct answer combines the two sentences by using a relative clause ("most of which") to connect the reasons for the closure of the school with the fact that they have already been explained fully. This creates a more concise and cohesive sentence structure.

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I never tell her anything because she can't keep a _______.
Tom comes from Birmingham, and that's where he ______ (grow) up,...
The man who is talking in the restaurant is quite young.
'Keep me ________, OK? I want to hear all the news.'
If you don't want people to notice you, it's best to keep a...
Kim is going to take some of her old books to the bookstore.
Gina and Ray can't hear the man who is talking in the restaurant.
The man ______ robbed the bank, had two pistols.
This time next week, _________ on a beach in the Canary Islands. I...
'Keep your mouth _____. You'll get into trouble if you say...
I have never go to China, but my sister _____ (spend) three months...
Well, I _______ (read) a magazine in the doctor's waiting room and...
Gina and Ray are going to a party at the restaurant.
A boy _____ sister is in my class was at the bank at the time.
Rothko wanted to be an artist.
She kept me __________ for 25 minutes. I was about to leave when she...
He wore a mask __________ made him look like Mickey Mouse.
Even though he is retired, organizing his local neighbors'...
Combine the sentences with relative clauses (Decide whether to use...
Greg an Kim are going to go to Bernard's Books this afternoon.
Mark Rothko emigrated to the United States
Jane, __________ mother is a physician, is very good at biology.
The train _____ in half an hour, so we'd better hurry.
Rothko thought that modern art
I don't think ________ the competition, but you never know!
Tom and Paula are very late. All the food ______ by the time they get...
He doesn't have many friends. Perhaps that's because he likes...
The people in the restaurant must be at a retirement party.
Oh no, it's already 8.30 and the bus isn't here yet....
I didn't hear my alarm clock this morning, so by the time I got to...
How long ________ (he/be) in Southhampton?
'Hey, keep your _______! It isn't that serious.'
Mark wrote about 20 application letters, but he ______ (receive) any...
I find it really difficult to keep _____ when people say things based...
Who named paintings by their colors?
Most of Greg's books are from his family and friends.
Kim thinks Greg ought to get some more books.
Sue ______ to visit this weekend. We arranged it months ago, don't...
___________ this book by the time you get here tomorrow.
The neighbors party ____________ me awake all night.
When he leaves university, Geoff _______ some travelling before...
He came with a friend _________ outside the car.
I'm afraid I can't come round this afternoon because _______...
Rothko's distinctive style
The woman _________ gave him the money was young.
Where __________ (John/live)?
I _________ (decided) to do an ICT course to improve my computer...
Type question here. Example: Practice makes you _____When is the next...
I haven't finished my assignment yet, although I __________ (work)...
This is the bank _____ was robbed yesterday.
The woman_________ is sitting at the desk is Mr Winter's...
I cannot remember the reason __________ he wanted us to leave
Combine the sentences with relative clauses (Decide whether to use...
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