IPorcelli_Homework

Revision of the PAST

 

Exercise 1 page 97

 

a)    Dan and Tina were at the cinema with us.

b)    Ali was happy with his work.

c)     They weren’t at my party.

d)    The train wasn’t late this morning.

e)    You weren’t in class today.

f)     The homework wasn’t difficult. It was easy.

g)    Last summer the weather was terrible!

h)    We weren’t tired after the match.

i)     He was born at home.

 

Exercise 2 pages 97

 

The day before I was born, the 24th December, my mum and dad were at my grandmother’s. There was a big dinner party with all my family. My mum wasn’t very well, but dad said there was nothing to worry about – as they expected me a bit later. However, halfway through dinner, she was really sick. Luckily, the hospital was very far from my grandmother’s house. They took my mother there immediately but I wasn’t born until the next day.

 

Exercise 3 page 97

 

1)    What time was it when the film finished? Nearly midnight.

2)    Where was Hemingway from? Illinois.

3)    Were they married ? No, they were just friends.

4)    Was it your birthday yesterday? Yes, it was.

5)    Who were those people ? Some school inspectors.

6)    Was the film good? It was fabulous.

 

Exercise 4 page 97

 

a)    Was it cold in London last week ?

b)    Was Mr Smart at school on Monday ?

c)     Was Henry pleased his present?

d)    Was it sunny yesterday?

e)    Vicky and Mel weren’t at the party.

f)     They weren’t at the tennis club yesterday.

g)    Dave wasn’t hungry at the restaurant.

h)    At 8.00 I wasn’t at home.

 

Exercise 1 page 99

 

a)    Visited

b)    Listened

c)     Studied

d)    Laughed

e)    Loved

f)     Wanted

g)    Cancelled

h)    Happened

i)     Planned

j)      Enjoyed

k)    Travelled

 

Exercise 2 page 99

 

a)    I opened my eyes.

b)    My mum called me again.

c)     Anna and I arrived at school.

d)    We started our lessons.

e)    I played volleyball with my team.

f)     Anna and I studied together.

g)    We finished our homework.

h)    I phoned my friend.

 

Exercise 3 page 100

I remember my first day of school in 1999! I arrived at 8.30 and schools started at 9.00.

We studied from 9.00 to 12.00. the teachers talked a lot! Then we played football for an hour. In the afternoon we continued our lessons and listened to the teacher carefully. Then at 3.30 school finished. It was a long and tiring day.

 

Exercise 6 page 100

 

a)    I didn’t like the film.

b)    Did you stop for lunch?

c)     I studied all the evening for the exam.

d)    Who did phone you?

e)    Did you play football yesterday ?

f)     We didn’t enjoy our meal.

g)    Did you stayed in a hotel?

 

Exercise 7 page 100

 

As a child I lived with my grandparents. My parents worked abroad. High school was great, but I didn’t enjoy primary school. My parents visited me at Christmas and Easter. I travelled to their home abroad after the end of the school year and stayed with them for the summer.

I passed my exams with low marks, because I didn’t study. I didn’t want to go to university so I decided to look for a job in a restaurant. Then I enrolled at a cookery school in the city, and eventually I opened my own restaurant.

 

 

 

Exercise 5 page 102

 

Hi Lizzy,

Just a quick message. My skiing trip is great. On the first day we went to the top of snowy mountain and took some photos of the view. We stayed on the ski slopes all afternoon. But then we got tired and went to bed early! On the second day we made some new friends but we didn’t go skiing again, we decided to go ice skating. It was excellent! Yesterday was very cold so we had cold so we had a hot lunch and ate some tasty sausages.

 

Lots of love,

Vicky

 

Exercise 7 page 103

 

B:    Hi Diana! You’re back from your holiday! Was it good?

D:   t was absolutely great Bill. I had a wonderful time.

B:    Where did you go?

D:   I went to the Maldives!

B:    How long did you stay?

D:   For ten days.

B:    Was the weather good?

D:   Of course, it was wonderful.

B: Did you stay in a hotel?

D:   Actually, I stayed in a beautiful bungalow.

B:    Did you get up early every day ?

D:   I got up late every day.

B:    Did you do any scuba diving or water sport?

D:   I went snorkelling to see the fish, but I really wanted to relax.

B:    What did you all day?

D:   Well, I read a lot. I finished three books. And I spoke to a lot of new people. It was great to       make new friends.

B:    What kind of food did you eat?

D:   A lot of fish of course. And salads too. The food was great, very varied. I even tried Japanese food?

B:    Why there was Japanese food on the menu ?

D:   They were a lot of Japanese visitors, it’s a popular destination for them.

B:    And how long did the journey take?

D: Hours and hours! In fact I’m exhausted!

 

Exercise 1 page 104

 

a)    What time did you go to sleep last night?

b)    I started learning English a long time ago.

c)     Today the weather is beautiful, but yesterday it was horrible.

d)    My grandmother was born after Second World War. He said that at that time life was very difficult.

e)    Milan football club won the Championship last year.

 

Exercise 2 page 106

It was a normal, quiet morning. Mr and Mrs Foster were having breakfast. Mrs Foster was reading the newspaper, and Mr Foster was listening to the news on the radio. The newsreader was talking about a series of strange murders. Richard Foster was sitting upstairs in his bedroom. His sister Wendy was jogging in the park, enjoying the morning sun. The cat was sleeping quietly at Mr Foster ‘s feet. Outside the garden was quiet. A few birds were singing. The neighbours’ dog was digging a hole in the garden. Some cars were moving along the street.

 

Exercise 7 page 107

 

On Tuesday morning at about 10.15a.m, a car was travelling north on the main road through Kimberton. It was travelling at approximately 30 miles per hour. When it reached the stop sign at the crossroads, it stopped. No other cars were coming in any direction, so the car started again and turned right. As it was turning, a lorry travelling faster arrived behind it. The driver looked in his mirror and realised the lorry was moving faster, so he accelerated. While I was accelerating, a cyclist came out of a private gate and forgot to look at the road. The car hit the cyclist, who was wearing a helmet and was not hurt. The lorry, which was going too fast, hit the back of the cars. The vehicles were damaged, but luckily there were no casualties.

 

Exercise 10 page 108

 

a)    Where were you going when I saw you, yesterday?

b)    I was washing the dishes when I heard a noise.

c)     The sun was shining while I was played ball.

d)    Yesterday, while I was going to the pub, I saw an ancient.

e)    Yesterday night the motorways were slippery.

f)     I cut my finger the other day while I was opening a can of tuna.

g)    I was watching a document on TV, inspector.

h)    I was working and learning to pay for university.

i)     We were seeing each other regularly when we lived in New York.

 

Exercise 1 page 109

 

I nearly had an accident the other day. I was crossing the street when a big car appeared from nowhere – the man was driving really fast. Luckily he stopped in time. But I was so shocked that I fainted.

 

This morning we did the English Test and I didn’t know what to write. Fiona was sitting in front of me so I begged her to help me.

While she was trying to pass me a note, Mrs Ford suddenly looked up and saw us. It was so embarrassing!

 

Exercise 4 page 110

 

S:    Hello, Bremvale 354921.

F:    Hi, Steve, it’s Frank here. How are you ?

S:    Hi Frank. I’m fine thanks. And you ?

F:    I’m afraid I have broken wrist, which is very irritating.

S:    Oh no. How did that happen?

F:    Well, I was climbing a ladder when I felt off it.

S:    But what were you doing up a ladder?

F:    Well. I decided to clean my windows my self, and not pay a window cleaner.

S:    Big mistake Frank.

F:    Very true Steve. You see, I was climbing the ladder when my dog saw me. He wanted to come with me, so he started to climb the ladder too. He was climbing it when suddenly he jumped off.

S:    But is he hurt too? Poor thing.

F:    Oh no, he only reached the second step.

S:    And then?

F:    His fall moved the ladder while I was taking a step up, and I lost my balance.

S:    Oh dear, that is bad luck.

 

Exercise 3 page 112

 

a)    My dad used to be an excellent skier.

b)    As children, we used to drink a lot of milk.

c)     I used to live by myself.

d)    You didn’t used to wear glasses.

e)    My parents didn’t used to go out when we were small.

f)     There used to be a lot of snow in the Alps.

g)    I used to put a lot of sugar in my coffee.

h)    Did you used to live here?

 

Exercise 1 page 113

 

a)    Was Jim at home last night ?

b)    Were you at school on Monday?

c)     Was the cinema open on Sunday?

d)    Were all your friends at your party?

e)    Kevin and Mel weren’t at my party.

f)     Nick wasn’t in class yesterday.

g)    It wasn’t warm yesterday.

h)    We weren’t at the match yesterday.

 

Exercise 2 page 113

 

a)    Our bus didn’t arrive on time.

b)    Sue didn’t phoned last night.

c)     Maria didn’t finish work early last night.

d)    The train didn’t stop at Harry’s potter station.

e)    I didn’t want to go to bed early.

f)     Carlos didn’t answer my letter.

g)    John didn’t invite lots of people to his party.

h)    The shops didn’t opened on Sunday.

 

Exercise 3 page 113

 

a)    I have breakfast at home on Sundays.

b)    Last night there was an exciting thriller on TV but I prefer comedies.

c)     Did you have a shower this morning?

d)    She did not have lunch with us last week.

e)    When was he born?

f)     Could he swim when he was 4 years old?

g)    I’m a good driver now because my driving instructor was excellent.

h)    I usually go on holiday in Europe, but last year I went to Japan.

i)     He never took the bus, but yesterday he did.

 

Exercise 4 page 113

 

a)    People used to ride horses.

b)    They didn’t used to drive cars.

c)     They used to read books.

d)    They didn’t go to the cinema.

e)    They used to wash their clothes by hand.

f)     They didn’t used to watch TV.

g)    They used to look after animals.

h)    They didn’t used to have computers.

 

Exercise 6 page 114

 

As a child I wanted to be a ballet dancer. I was convinced that I had a great talent. My mother told me to keep studying too. She wanted me to be a journalist. I took ballet lessons every day and I used to spend all my money going to the theatre. I thought that studying was a waste of time. One day when I was going to ballet class on the bus, the road was blocked. A TV journalist was interviewing people about a recent accident. I was watching from the bus, absolutely fascinated. While I was watching I realised that I didn’t want to be a ballet dancer at all. I wanted to become a TV journalist. My mother was delighted.

 

Exercise 5 page 117

 

It appears that 70% of 12 years old who live in British cities have received a mobile phone from their parents. They have used a computer and have chatted to people they don’t know.

The same number has not seen a real lam or calf, and has not had a pet at home. About 50% of young people in cities have tried a sport, and a few have joined a team. Most have not had any experience of sports competitions. About one third have travelled abroad and most have visited other parts of the country. Very few know London, the capital city.

 

Exercise 9 page 117

 

a)    I have passed the exam.

b)    Oh no, I have lost the wallet.

c)     I have spoken with Joe.

d)    I have had a terrible headache and I have not studied.

e)    Have you seen the new film of Spielberg?

f)     At the flea market we have found a beautiful antique table.

g)    I have not read the journal because I have not had time.

h)    I have forgot to by milk.

i)     Have you prepared dinner?

 

Exercise 5 page 120

 

a)    Have you ever been to china?

b)    I have never seen anything like this.

c)     Has ever happened nothing bad to us.

d)    Have you ever driven a Ferrari?

e)    Has she ever given you a present?

f)     Have you ever met a famous person?

g)    He has never been snowboarding.

 

Exercise 8 page 120

 

a)    How many people have you interviewed?

b)    Have you ever interviewed any strange people?

c)     What are the strangest interviews have you ever done?

d)    Has anyone ever told lies?

e)    What sort of lies have you heard?

f)     What is the most unusual job have you ever interviewed for?

g)    Have you had any news from that person?

 

Exercise 4 page 123

 

a)    Have you phoned the taxi yet? It’s getting late.

b)    I yet haven’t seen Tarantino’s new film. What’s it like?

c)     We’ve just done two tests in this week.

d)    So far I’ve only written two paragraphs.

e)    It’s already stopped raining. Let’s rush home.

f)     So far Paul is the only student who’s handed in the essay.

g)    Have you heard from your boss? No, I’m still waiting for an answer.

h)    You ‘ve just won three games. Don’t you think it’s time to go?

 

Exercise 7 page 124

 

R:    Hello, Martin speaking.

B:    Hi Martin, how are this visits? Have you been to Black’s yet?

R:    Hello Mr Murray. Yes, I was there.

B:    And what about Brown and Smith?

R:    I have seen them too. They were in my morning calls.

B:    And who else?

R:    Well, I have already visited Peterson and Sons, and I have already had lunch with Donald Young too.

B:    And have you seen Mr Samson yet?

R:    No, I haven’t seen him yet. The appointment is at 3.45 this afternoon.

B:    And who else have not you seen yet?

R:    The Cotton Company and Whiteson’s. I’m later this afternoon.

 

Exercise 3 page 126

 

a)    Joe has studied at king’s collage for seven years.

b)    I have known her for years.

c)     His family has lived in Argentina since 1980.

d)    How long have you worked for Microsoft? I have worked there for 6 months.

e)    That building has been there since the 17th century.

f)     Sam has loved music since he was a boy.

g)    That dog has been in front of our house since yesterday.

h)    I have not played football since I left school.

 

Exercise 7 page 127

 

a)    I have lived in Barcelona for two years.

b)    Katie has been ill since last week.

c)     He has worked for us since 2002.

d)    I have known my boyfriend since last Christmas.

e)    We have not eaten spring rolls for one year ago.

f)     My grandparents have been married since 1950.

 

Exercise 11 page 128

 

a)    I have been here for 20 minutes and the bus isn’t arrived.

b)    I have worked for this bank since 2005.

c)     How long have you lived in this city? For one year.

d)    India is a democratic country. It has been a republic since 1950.

e)    They have never argued since I knew them.

f)     Have you ever smoked? No, since I have been 18 years old.

 

Exercise 2 page 129

 

a)    A:Hi Marcella , I’m sorry I am late.

B:Where have you been? I have been here for ages!

b)    A:Do you like Indian food?

B:I don’t know yet. It’s the first time I have tried it.

c)     A:Are you married?                                                            

B:Yes, I have been married for 2 years.

d)    A:How long have you known Matt?

B:We have been friends for some time now.

e)    A:What do you think of New York?

B:I have been here for only a few days but I already love it.

 

 

 

Exercise 4 page 131

 

a)    I’ve lived here since the end of last year.

b)    I’m afraid the last train left an hour ago.

c)     Someone has just stolen my bicycle.

d)    Thank you for your offer, but I decided not to accept.

e)    Yesterday, I lost my wallet.

f)     Take your umbrella with you. It has started raining.

g)    We’re enjoying our trip. We’ve visited two countries so far.

h)    This has been a busy day and it isn’t over yet.

i)     I feel really tired. We went to a party last night.

 

Exercise 7 page 132

 

a)    I was there in 2001

b)    Mike has crashed his car again.

c)     When Raul was a child, he lived in Buenos Aires.

d)    How long have you been here?

e)    When have you see the suspect for the last summer?

f)     I ‘ve never been to Greece.

g)    Have you spoken to your son’s teacher lately?

h)    Did you like it?

i)     I lost my keys yesterday.

 

Exercise 3 page 137

 

When John walked into the living room at 6.30 p.m., Sue and Martie were playing cards and Billy was reading Suddenly, at 6.35 p.m., they all heard gunshot and run outside. At 6.37 p.m. they all saw an injured person on ground. While Sue and Martie were tiring to help the person, Bill phoned the police and John started looking for gunman. At 6.40 p.m. Billy realised John wasn’t there and started to look for him with Sue. The police arrived Billy and Sue heard a car and returned the injured person and Martie. Suddenly, at 6.47 p.m. they realised that Martie was not there. At 6.48 p.m. while they were reporting the events, they heard a noise and turned around. A gunman was pointing a gun at them.

 

Exercise 6 page 138

 

a)    Last week I lost my scarf, and now I ‘ve just lost my gloves.

b)    I work for Blue Bank at the moment but I’ve decided to change jobs.

c)     We have been here for hours. Are you sure we come to the right place?

d)    Did you see my calculator? I’m sure I left it here earlier.

e)    We have some coffee and then cached the bus.

f)     I have never eaten octopus, but once on holiday I ate some squid.

g)    I hope you aren’t a vegetarian. I cooked you some lamb chops.

h)    Recently a lot of young people had taken up kite surfing.

i)     When we are reaching the cinema, there weren’t any tickets left.

j)      Please come quickly! Nick had an accident, and he went to hospital.

 

Exercise 7 page 141

 

a)    You look exhausted! I have been studying very hard all day long!

b)    I have been thinking of going back to university.

c)     She has been feeling much better lately.

d)    Who has been using my computer?

e)    He has been training very hard for the London Marathon.

f)     The streets are wet. It has been raining.

g)    She has been cleaning the house since this morning.

h)    Waiter! We have been waiting for an hour.

i)     How long have you been practising your speech?

 

Exercise 3 page 148

 

a)    We chose the hotel Argentina because we had stayed there before.

b)    I had seen the film before, so I didn’t know how it ended.

c)     When Philip and Elsa got married, they had known.

d)    I wanted to catch the six o’clock train, but by the time I got to the station it had already left.

e)    By the time he died, Mozart had composed many symphonies.

f)     When we got to school, I realised I had not brought my homework.

g)    Francis and Peter had met before, so I introduced them.

 

Exercise 2 page 149

 

Jamie was generally considered a bad musician at school. He often failed his music exams and the teacher usually ignored him. Jamie was depressed and demotivated.

His parents were worried. Finally they decided to move Jamie to a new school. After three days Jamie’s mother received a phone call. It was the music teacher from the new school. He h asked Jamie’s mother where Jamie had studied music before. She relied that Jamie had failed music in his previous school, and had been very depressed before starting the new school. The music teacher had been silent for a moment. Then he said: Jamie is a genius, but his ex- teacher obviously isn’t.

 

Exercise 3 page 157

 

a)    I arrived at 10.00. By 12.00 I had been waiting for two hours

b)    She eventually realised that for many years he had been lying to her.

c)     My teacher asked me what sort of books I had been reading recently.

d)    After the shooting, the police discovered that the dead man had been carrying a gun.

e)    Up until the time of his marriage, George had been living at home with his parents.

f)     Before she was taken to hospital, Tina had been feeling tired and feverish.

 

Exercise 4 page 159

 

When I reached the cinema, there was no sign of Carol. I Thought we had agreed to meet at 7.30, but the journey had been taking longer than I expected, and I was a few minutes late.

I didn’t know whether she had gone in to see the film without me, or whether she was late too. After a few minutes I started wondering whether I had made a mistake about the time. Just then, she waved at me from across the street. It turned out that she had been waiting in a caffè, and she had wondered what had happened to me. It seems that I had misunderstood our arrangements after all. She had set in the caffè since 6.30, and had been expecting me to join her for a snack before the film.