1-saw
2-was watching
3-went
4-practised
5-were you talking
6-owned
7-did
8-jumped
9-was working
10-got
11-were playing
12-did pass

1- were you going
2- did you enjoy
3- always taking
4-didn`t have
5-went
6-became
7-was working
8-heard
9-appeared
10-threw

1-had just left
2-gave
3-read
4-made
5-got
6-had
7-was
8-got
9-had left
10-went
11-got
12-had already begun
13-learned
14-spoke
15-talked
16-did you decide

1-had written
2-had stayed
3-had been waiting
4-had been running
5-had seen
6-had known
7-had been getting
8-had not been having
9-had not eaten
10-had been listening

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A. Write one word in each gap
THE GREAT BRITISH SEASIDE
What (1) does the phrase ‘the great British seaside’ bring to mind? Most people, if asked to respond (2) off the top of their heads, associate (3) going on holiday to places such as Blackpool or Torquay with poor weather, old, faded attractions and a low standard of accommodation. These days, when people are more likely to go abroad to (4) see the sights, traditional British seaside towns (5) are suffering from an image problem. Now, finally, some of the resorts (6) have decided to bring their images up to date in the hope that a (7) change of direction will bring back the tourists. Many will need a lot of convincing, but those that (8) do come will find that today’s Blackpool differs quite a bit (9) from the picture postcard past.

After years ofneglect, Blackpool has to work hard to catch (10) up with foreign destinations but that’s precisely what it (11) is doing. It’s the first time so much (12) has happened to improve the place in such a short time.A massive building project, including a new casino and indoor entertainment centre, (13) means that rainy days are no longer a problem. And it appears (14) to be working. As the tourists start to make (15) for the bright lights of Blackpool once again, it seems that the great British seaside has a bright future
ahead.

B. Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in capitals when this is necessary.
16. I’ve always wanted to be a travel photographer (PHOTOGRAPH) and take pictures of exotic places.
17. None of us were sure which direction (DIRECT) to go in, so we got out the map.
18. Since I was here five years ago, Delhi has changed so much that it’s practically unrecognisable (RECOGNISE).
19. Once we got to the station, I quickly looked through the timetable (TIME) to see when the next train was.
20. I’ve got a cousin at university who is studying tourism (TOUR) and hopes to open a hotel.
21. As we got closer to the Amazonian village, the inhabitants (INHABIT) came out to meet us.
22. The arrival (ARRIVE) of Flight 472 from Amsterdam has been delayed by one hour.

C. Complete each second sentence using the word given, so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence. Write between two and five words in each gap.
23. As soon as we got on the plane, the pilot told us to get off again. just
We had just boarded the plane when the pilot told us to get off again.

24. We arrived in Budapest two days ago. for
We have been in Budapest for two days.

25. I visited Paris once before. second
This is the second time I’ve visited Paris.

26. I find it hard to go at the same speed as my husband on walking holidays. up
I find it hard to keep up with my husband on walking holidays.

27. Joan has always been very fond of travelling and has been everywhere. keen
Joan has always been very keen on travelling and has been everywhere.

28. We drove away as fast as we could, ready to begin our adventure. full
We drove away at full speed, ready to begin our adventure.

29. As the storm started, we went towards the old house. direction
As the storm started, we went in the direction of the old house.

30. I’m sorry I didn’t look at the hotel room before I booked it. regret
I regret not checking the hotel room before I booked it.

D. Choose the correct answer.
31. Our next door neighbour….. his car every Sunday.
A) is washing
B) washes
C) has washed
D) is wash

32. Last summer, I…….. to the beach almost every day.
A) went
B) was going
C) have been
D) have been going

33. ‘Whose is this plane ticket on the floor?’
‘oh, it…… to me.Thank you.’
A) is belonging
B) belongs
C) has belonged
D) belonged

34. ‘I’m really tired of travelling so much.
‘I thought you……… a bit quiet.
A) were seeming
B) have seemed
C) have been seeming
D) seemed

35. ‘You look thoughtful.
‘I …….. about our holiday last year.
A) just think
B) had just thought
C) amjust think
D) was just thinking

36. ‘You went to Chile, didn’t you?»
‘No, but I…… to Peru,which is right next door.’
A) had gone
B) was gone
C) did go
D) was going

E. Choose the correct answer.
37. Three people were captured at the …….today trying to get into the country.
A) line
B) equator
C) border
D) edge

38. There’s a fantastic…… from the top of the Empire State Building!
A) view
B) sight
C) appearance
D) look

39. Once we get to the hotel, let’s just…….. quickly and then do a bit of sightseeing.
A) set down
B) make up
C) check in
D) turn up

40. I’m going to ask for directions because I think we’ve……. our way.
A) missed
B) misplaced
C) mistaken
D) lost

41. We usually do go by train,even though the car…… is a lot quicker.
A) travel
B) journey
C) trip
D) voyage

42. Passengers requiring a special meal during the flight should inform the airline in …….. .
A) ahead
B) front
C) advance
D) forward

E. Write one word in each gap.
1. The speed limit in towns is 50 km/h and you shouldn’t go faster than that.
2. Why don’t we take the scenic route along the coast?
3. If you buy your plane ticket in advance, it’s often cheaper than if you wait.
4. I can’t remember the name of the hotel we stayed at off the top of my head.
5. I’m sorry I’m late! I lost my way and had to ask for directions.
6. My mum’s away in Germany on a business trip at the moment.
7. The bank? Well, turn left here, then go straight a head for a kilometre and it’s on the left.
8. If you look on your left-hand side as we turn this corner, you’ll see Big Ben.
9. I’ll look round the shops in the morning and then go sightseeing in the afternoon.
10. My grandma hasn’t driven since she had an accident last year.
11. I love visiting foreign places, seeing the sights and learning about other cultures.
12. During the 70s, many British people started to go on holiday to Spain.
13. While you’re in London, you should take a tour of the Houses of Parliament.

F. Choose the correct answer.
1. I’ve always dreamt……… China.
A) to visit
B) of visiting
C) I visit
D) visit

2. The travel agency is arranging for us…… at a really nice hotel.
A) stay
B) of staying
C) to stay
D) staying

3. My dad says he always regrets……. more.
A) to not travel
B) not travelling
C) he not travel
D) of not travelling

4. John seems keen………. how to drive as soon as he can.
A) of learning
B) he learn
C) for learn
D) to learn

5. Now, class, I’d like youall to write … a description of your last holiday.
A) me
B) to me
C) it me
D) about me

6. When you arrive……., have your passport ready.
A) to the airport
B) in the airport
C) on the airport
D) to go

7. The Joneses have invited us………to Australia with them this summer.
A) going
B) for going
C) about going
D) to go

8. The in-flight entertainment may differ…… that advertised.
A) to
B) from
C) in
D) at

G. Find the extra word in each line.
The cancelled trip
Oh, let me tell you about our trip. Did you know that Sara is afraid of be
flying? We had arranged it with her family to go to France for a few days.
I have always wanted to see Paris and would love to live in there one day.
Well,we got to the airport and Sara appeared being nervous. I asked her if
she was okay and she said she was fine, so we continued on to our way.
We went through passport control and I could see so that Sara wasn’t
keen on going any further. Just then,a voice announced:’We regret it to
inform passengers that Flight 114 to France is been cancelled.’That was
our flight! Sarah said she was glad because of she was too frightened to
fly anyway! So, we all went to home. That was the end of thattrip!

H. Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to form a word that fits in the gap in the
same line.
It’s not always easy being a (1) tourist. You spend half your time making (2) arrangements for your holiday and the other half worrying about sticking to the (3) timetable. I think it’s relaxing sometimes to spend a holiday at home. There are no (4) cultural problems, you don’t need someone to be the (5) photographer and you know that the local (6) inhabitants are always friendly!

I. Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in capitals when this is necessary.
1. Beijing has changed so much in the last few years that it’s almost unrecognisable. (RECOGNISE)

2. The number of cars worldwide (WORLD) is about a billion and is increasing all the time.

3. The new maglev trains run on a completely different (DIFFER) system from ordinary trains.

4. Living in a foreign country really does broaden (BROAD) your horizons.

5. I can’t find a direct (DIRECT) flight from London to Delhi so I’ve booked one that changes in Frankfurt.

6. All passengers must complete a visa form upon arrival (ARRIVE) at Singapore airport.

7. You can still see old milestones by the side of the road in England, showing the distance (DISTANT) to the nearest town.

8. The Museum of Transport has a full-sized jet plane next to the entrance (ENTER).

A. Choose the correct answer.
1. You needapassport to cross the……. between Mexico and the United States.
A) edge
B) line
C) border
D) rim

2. The hotel where we are…….. is quite luxurious.
A) living
B) remaining
C) existing
D) staying

3. When you…….. your destination, your tour guide will meet you at the airport.
A) arrive
B) get
C) reach
D) achieve

4. It can be quite busy here during the tourist ……..
A) season
B) period
C) phase
D) stage

5. David……….me to the train station every morning.
A) goes
B) takes
C) has
D) makes

6. I always enjoy our school…….. to France.
A) excursion
B) journey
C) trip
D) travel

7. Hurry up, or we’ll ………the bus!
A) avoid
B) miss
C) drop
D) lose

8. The brochure says that the hotel has a great……. ofthe sea.
A) appearance
B) look
C) sight
D) view

9. I must remember to ……….. a souvenir back from Spain for my grandmother.
A) go
B) take
C) bring
D) keep

10. The………. from London to Berlin is about 919 kilometres.
A) measure
B) length
C) gap
D) distance

11. Make sure you……. a hotel before you come to our island, especially in the summer.
A) book
B) keep
C) put
D) take

12. I live in Barcelona, but my……… town is Madrid.
A) birth
B) home
C) native
D) origin

B. Circle the correct word.
1) I hope to go on a trip round the (world) / earth one day.
2) You learn a lot about the local (territory) / area by speaking to local people.
3) It’s good to have someone to (lead) / guide you when you are on holiday.
4) I get the train to work every day and the fare / (fee) is quite expensive.
5) Captain Cook discovered Australia on a voyage / (travel) to the Pacific.
6) Most tourist attractions in London charge an admission (fee) / ticket.
7) The sunset over Niagara Falls really is a magnificent (look) / sight.

C. Complete using the correct form of the words in the box.
1. Let’s go to the airport to see Grandpa off when he flies back home.
2. If it starts to rain, make for a nearby cave to wait for it to pass.
3. We would like to remind all guests that they must check out before midday.
4. Please pull in and stop so that I can buy something to drink.
5. Every Saturday night my dad picks us up outside the cinema.
6. I think the neighbours have gone away for the weekend.
7. John’s up ahead so Greg is pedalling fast to catch up with him.
8. We’re going on holiday tomorrow, but we’ll call you when we get back.

D. Write a phrasal verb in the correct form to replace the words in italics. Add any other words you
need.
1. We can start ourjourney set off towards the mountains at dawn.
2. Dad fetched the luggage while Mum registered checked in at the hotel.
3. I asked the taxi driver to let me get out drop me off outside the train station.
4. Oh, no! I’ve forgotten my passport! We’ll have to go back turn round and get it!
5. The most exciting moment is when the plane leaves the ground takes off.
6. Stop the car! I think we’ve hit run over a dog.
7. I don’t think a horse can ever stay at the same speed as keep up with a car.

C. Complete using the correct form of the verb in brackets.
1. It’s the first time I have ever eaten octopus!
2. Sandy hasn’t seen his sister since she went to university.
3. They have gone on holiday to Spain and won’t be back until the end of the month.
4. Poor Tracy! She has been writing that essay for hours now and she still hasn’t finished!
5. Have you ever met anyone famous?
6. I have been trying to get in touch with Jenny all morning but I can’t find her anywhere.
7. I haven’t finished the book yet so I can’t tellyou what happens.
8. Have you already decided where you’re going this summer?
9. We have lived here for the last six years.
10. I have never heard such nonsense!

D. Complete using the words in the boх.
1. Have you ever dreamt of winning the lottery?
2. Ihaven’t worked out how to set the timer on the video yet.
3. My dad’s lived in the same house since he was born.
4. The film’s only been on for a couple of minutes.
5. Bruce has knocked three men out of the competition so far.
6. I rarely get the chance to get any exercise — I’m just too busy.
7. He’s only just got home.
8. It’s eleven o’clock and Todd still hasn’t come home. Where could he be?
9. I’ve never met Ruth before. What’s she like?
10. Have you finished already? That was quick!

E. Choose the correct answer.
1. Ian … a shower at the moment, so could you call back in about half an hour?
A. takes
B. is taking
C. has taken
D. has been taking

2. … to lpswich before?
A. Do you ever go
B. Are you ever going
C. Have you ever been
D. Have you ever been going

3. I … to all the local newspapers and TV stations to complain.
A. already write
B. already writing
C. have already written
D. have already been writing

4. …. TV for the last four hours? Turn it off and get some exercise!
A. Do you watch
B. Are you watching
C. Watched you
D. Have you been watching

5. Eric, … hockey competitively or just for fun?
A. do you usually play
B. are you usually playing
C. have you usually played
D. have you usually been playing

6. That’s the first time………. an answer right today!
A. I get
B. l am getting
C. Ihave got
D. I have been getting

7. Jessica has………. left, I’m afraid.
A. already
B. yet
C. still
D. so far

8. Dan…. in the living room while we redecorate his bedroom.
A. sleeps
B. is sleeping
C. has slept
D. does sleep

9. Unfortunately, Simone…….. a day off very often.
A. doesn’t get
B. isn’t getting
C. hasn’t got
D. hasn’t been getting

10. Actually, I……a cup of tea first thing every morning but then I switch to coffee.
A. do drink
B am drinking
C. have drunk
D. have been drinking

G. Match to make sentences.
1. I think B. I’m going to buy the new Racetrack CD.
2. I’m thinking F. of getting Dad a CD for his birthday.
3. Phil’s looking D. for his glasses. Have you seen them?
4. Phil looks H. like he needs a holiday!
5. Claire has A. darker hair than her sister.
6. Claire is having C. a haircut at the moment.
7. Andy is E. not old enough to drive a car.
8. Andy is being G. very annoying at the moment!

H. Find the extra word in each line.
International friends
1. I’ve been to travelling round Europe all summer. It’s the first time
2. l’ve ever been going abroad, and I’ve had a fantastic time!
3. I’ve seen loads of interesting places and I have to also made loads of new friends.
4. I’ve been decided to stay in touch with them now I’m back.
5. One of them, Giselle, is French. She was making on holiday too.
6. We now send text messages are to each other all the time.
7. They’re usually in English, because my French isn’t very good! I’m planning to have visit her in
8. France next year sometime. I hope I can. I am love meeting people from other countries!
9. I want to have had lots of friends from all over the world!
10. Travelling certainly broadens the mind but it also is broadens your circle of friends!

I. Write one word in each gap.
Holiday blues
‘You’ve (1) been looking at that timetable for the last ten minutes. It can’t be that confusing!’ said Sheila angrily. ‘I (2) do wish you’d be quiet! I’ve (3) got a splitting headache thanks to you!» replied Matt.
‘Mum! Dad! Please!’ said Alison. ‘You’re both (4) being very silly. (5) There is no point at all in blaming each other. That’s not going to help us find out what time the next train to Budapest is due to leave.
‘You (6) are quite right, darling. I (7) am sorry,’said Sheila. ‘Me too,’mumbled Matt. ‘Now, let’s have another look at this timetable.Well, it (8) looks like we (9) have definitely missed the last train today.That was the 18.20 we just missed, wasn’t it?» ‘I (10) think so,’ said Sheila.’I mean, it did leave at 18.20. Whether it’s actually going to Budapest or not is another question. ‘Well, one thing is (11) not in doubt,’ said Matt. ‘What’s that? asked Sheila and Alison together. ‘This is the worst holiday we’ve (12) ever been on,’said Matt. ‘Next year, we’re going to try something far less adventurous. ‘Agreed!’ said Sheila and Alison.

J. Complete each second sentence using the word given, so that it has a similar meaning to the
first sentence. Write between two and five words in each gap.
1. What’s the price of the tickets, Jimmy? much
How much are the tickets, Jimmy?
2. Are these your trainers? to
Do these trainers belong to you?
3. Sasha’s not keen on team sports at all. like
Sasha doesn’t like team sports at all.
4. It’s only her second time in a recording studio. been
She has only been in a recording studio once before.
5. We got here three hours ago. have
We have been here for three hours.
6. I started writing this hours ago and it’s still not right. writing
I have been writing for hours and it’s still not right.
7. This is my first experience of flying alone. time
It is the first time I have flown alone.
8. Sharon’s in the bath at the moment. a
Sharon is having a bath at the moment.
9. Paul enjoys surprises apart from on his birthday. does
Paul does like getting surprises, just not on his birthday!

A. Circle the correct word or phrase.
1. Elizabeth usually goes / is usually going to bed at around eleven o’clock.
2. Dan talks/is talking on the other phone right now.
3. We don’t eat / aren’t eating any meat at the moment as we’re both on a diet.
4. Does air travel get / Is air travel getting increasingly safe?
5. My mum calls/is calling me every weekend without fail.
6. How much do babysitters generally earn/are babysitters generally earning?
7. You always come / You’re always coming up with excuses for not having done your homework. It’s so annoying!
8. I don’t go / I’m not going out much during the week but I always try / I’m always trying to go out somewhere on Saturday night.
10. No, the train does stop/is stopping at Cirencester on Saturdays.
11. My mum takes / is taking part in ice-skating competitions almost every weekend.

B. Rewrite correctly. Change the words or phrases in bold.
1. My dad is often getting up late on Saturday mornings.
My dad often gets up late on Saturday mornings.
2. Are you speaking any other languages apart from English?
Do you speak any other languages apart from English?
3. I already buy all my Christmas presents and it’s only October!
I have already bought all my Christmas presents and it’s only October!
4. It’s the first time I’m ever having a party at home.
It’s the first time I have ever had a party at home.
5. Actually, I think Darren does works quite hard sometimes.
Actually, I think Darren does work quite hard sometimes.
6. Carlo is never eating Chinese food before.
Carlo has never eaten Chinese food before.
7. Sean already books a table for tonight.
Sean has already booked a table for tonight.
8. Needs Melanie any help painting her new flat?
Does Melanie need any help painting her new flat?

F. Complete using the correct form of the words in the box.
Ancient aviators?
Everyone (1) knows that humans have been flying for only a few hundred years. But (2) is it possible that ancient civilizations also had the ability and technology to fly?

In the Nazcan Desert in southern Peru, there are hundreds of lines which an ancient culture drew in the dust. On the ground, they just (3) look like straight lines. But when you (4) see them from the air, you (5) understand exactly what they are. They are incredible and enormous pictures. The pictures (6) include animals, birds and symbols.

One bizarre theory, which most mainstream scientists (7) disagree with, is that the people who made the lines thousands and thousands of years ago flew above the lines in balloons. It (8) seems incredible, but a few people (9) do believe it’s possible.