Esercizi per il compito

Pag. 100 es. 3

I remembered my first day of school in 1999! I arrived at 8.30 and school started at 9.00. We studied from 9.00 to 12.00. The teacher talked a lot! Then we played football for an hour. In the afternoon we continued our lesson and listened to the teacher carefully. Then at 3.30 school finished. It was a long and tiring day!

es. 4

b. Helen didn't like her birthday present

c. Sara didn't cry when she lost her mp3 player

d. Trish didn't answer my email

e. Ted didn't reply to my text message

f. My brother wern't at the match yesterday

 

es. 5

b. Did Chris like his new shirt?

c. Did Ralph miss the bus?

d. Did Pat help me with my homework?

e. Did Simon study all night for the test?

f. Did Tim like his birthday present?

 

es. 6

b. You stopped for lunch

c. I studied all evening for the exam

d. Who did you phone?

e. You played football yesterday

f. We didn't enjoy our meal

g. Did you stay in a hotel?

 

Pag. 102 es. 3

b. Did Bola travel by train? Yes, Martin went to Paris

c. Did they meet at garu du Nord? Yes, Bola travelled by train

d. Did they go to Greece? Yes, they went to Greece

e. Did Deniz see them in Istambul? Yes, deniz saw them in Istambul

f. Did they eat the local food? Yes, they ate the local food

g. Did they buy me a souvenir? Yes, they bought me a souvenir

h. Did you see their photo album? Yes, i saw their photo album

 

es. 4

b. We took bus number 25

c. i can't remember who wrote The Huchbak of Notre Dame.

d. We saw someone trying to open your car and called the police

e. There was really heavy traffic this morning, but we got to the airport on time

f. This house cost me a fortune

g. I put on lots of suncream because the sun was really hot

h. He did a lot to help at the party

 

Pag 107 es. 4

b. While-when I was talking to Tina on the phone we were cut off.

c. While-when we were sitting in the park we saw someone running with a woman's handbag

d. While-when dad was clearing the table Pete and Jo were doing the washing-up

e. While-when she was walking home late at night she heard someone screaming for help

f. While-when he was downloading songs from the net there was a blackout

g. While-when my boyfriend was donig a language course i met him in London

h. While-when we were discussing football the phone rang

 

es.5

b. He was drinking while driving

c. When I was child I lived in Portugal

d. While they were playing cards last night, someone broke into the house

e. You were sleeping while I was working hard

f. Where were you going when I saw you?

g. I read it when you said to

h. You were speaking fluent French while I was still learning

 

es. 9

a. Io stavo leggendo un giallo a letto, quando ho sentito un rumore strano

b. Stava piovendo quando siamo partiti da casa stamattina

c. L'altro ieri stavo andando al pub quando ho visto Frank

d. Abbiamo deciso di fare una pausa perché ero così stanca dopo aver mangiato

e. Nonostante le strade fossero bagnate la scorsa notte lui ha guidato molto veloce

f. Cosa stavi facendo ieri verso le undici?

g. Jack lavorava e studiava in quel periodo

h. L'anno scorso quando lei era in giro per l'Europa ha fatto un brutto incidente

i. Stavo pranzando quando ha squillato il telefono

 

es. 10

a. Where were you doing when I saw you yesterday?

b. I was doing the washing-up when I heard a strange noisy

c. The sun was shining while we were playing ball.

d. Yesterday i saw a car accident while I was going to the pub

e. The motorway was very slippery last night, but the lorry driver was driving very fast

f. I cut my finger the day before yesterday while i was opening a tin of tuna

g. I was watching a documentary on tv, ispector

h. I was working and studying to pay for University

i. We saw them a lot while we were living in New York

 

Pag 117 es. 3

b. She hasn't said a word to me

c. Have you seen James?

d. We have been to the cinema with our friends

e. She hasn't brought any cakes.

f. I have come here to talk to the manager

g. I think the waiter has forgotten us

h. Many people hve lost their job because of the crisis

i. They have played cards all night long

 

es. 4

a What have you done to your hair?You look great

b. She has flown to Japan twice already

c. I have washed the lettuce. You can cut it now

d. Hi, it's Neil here. Yes, I have arrived safe and sound

e. We haven't tried Vietnamese cuisine. What's it like?

f. Has Laura changed a lot?

g. Oh no, I have lost my pen

h. He hasn't phoned today

 

Pag 118 es 8

a. Ho portato i miei nuovi cd

b. Hai letto i libri di Jeffrey Deaver?

c. Lei ha superato l'esame

d. Non ho dormito tutta la notte

e. Ho comprato delle stampe stupende, guarda!

f. Lei non ha scritto la sua relazione

g. Ho parlato con l'agente di viaggi

h. Mario è andato in Sud Africa per passare un po' di tempo con sua sorella

i. Non so l'ora. Ho perso il mio orologio

 

es. 9

a. I have passed the exam

b. Oh no, I have lost my wallet

c. I have spoken to Joe

d. I have had a terrible headache and i haven't studied

e. Have you seen Spielberg's new film?

f. We have found a lovely antique table at the flea market

g. I havme't read the paper because I haven't had time

h. I have forgotten to buy the milk

i. Have you made the dinner?

 

Pag. 120 es 4

b. 'You look great! Where have you gone?' 'On holiday in Spain for two weeks'

c. 'Have ever been to Australia?' 'No, never'

d. 'Where is your father?' He has gone out

e. 'Where is the cat been? He has got a dirty face'

f. Penny has been to school by bike today

g. He has gone to England many times, but his English is still quiet bad

 

es. 5

b. I have never seen anything like this

c. Nothing bad has never happened to us

d. Have you ever driven a Ferrari?

e. Has she ever given a present?

f. Have you ever met a famous person?

g. He has never been snowboarding

 

Pag 126 es 3

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 5 month

e. That building has been there since th 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

 

Pag. 128 es 11

a. I have been here for twenty minutes and the bus still hasn't come

b. I have worked in this bank since April 2005

c. 'How long have you lived in this flat?' 'About a year'

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

e. They have never argued since I've known them

f. 'Have you ever smoked?' 'Not since I was 18'

 

Pag. 132 es. 6

b. 'Last Saturday we went to Carlo's. Were maria and Franco there as well? 'No, they didn't come

c. we have lived in Marrakech for 3 years and we love it

d. So far, i have bought a table and an armchair for my new flat

e. Last summer I spent three months at the seaside

f. When they got married, they loved each other

g. I haven't had this much fun since I was a child

h. Last month it has rained almost every day

 

Pag. 140 es 1

a. The baby has been crying all night

b. Our English teacher has been giving

c. My car has been making a funny noise. I must take it for a service

d. I have been learning to play the violin. Would you like to be the first person to hear me play?

e. Don't tell anyone, but Davide has been going out scretly with francesca

f. No wine for me thanks. I have been taking antibioticssince i had flu lat week

g. Wow, you're really good! How long have you been playing tennis?

h. Could you say all that again? Sorry I haven't been listening

 

Pag. 143 es. 3

b.A:What's the metter? You look really tired

B:I am! I have benn studying all day, and I haven't finished yet

c.A:I've been phoning Carol all day, but there's no reply

B: I expect she has gone swimming with her friends

d.A:Have you heard the news?

B:What's news?

A:Someone has robbed the bank at the end of the road

e.A:Why is your leg in plaster?

B:That's a silly question. I have broken it, of course

 

Pag.146 es.2

a.I have been dreaming about becoming a great actor since I was young

b.I've been waiting all years for the holiday

c.I've been living abroad for 5 years and I love it

d.We have been waiting for their call since yesterday

e.Who has been wearing my new jumper? There's a wine stain on it

f. How long have you been smoking?

g.I've been studying all day and now i need a rest

h.I've been playing tennis for 15 years

 

Pag.148 es. 3

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

c.When Philip end Elsa got merried, they had known each other for a year

d.I want to catch the six o'clock train,I go to the station it had already left

e.By the time he died, mozart had composed many shymphonies

f. When we go to the school, I realised I hadn't brought my homework

 

Esercizi

Pag.189 es. 1

a. My teacher is amazing, she could speak several languages

b. Mum, can you give me a hand, please?

c. Could you do me a favour Mrs Bond?

d. We were able to enter without tickets and enjoyed the concert

e. I don't think I will able to see you tonight

f. Were you able to see Emma yesterday?

g. When he was younger he could run 20 km

 

es. 2

b. he said he was innocent, but you could tel he was lying

c. I'm afraid I won't be able to join you tonight

d. Are you cooking fish? I can smell it

e. Did you succed in talking to Mr Robinson about your promotion?

f. Guess what! I managed to find the tickes for the criket match

g. Some kinds of parrots can imitate people's voices

 

Pag. 190 es. 3

b. May I ask your age?

c. In Italy you can't marry before the age of 18 without your parents' permission?

d. 'Could I borrowyour umbrella?' 'No, you can't. That's the only one I have and i need it'

e. There's a bus strike today. Could you pick up the children from school?

f. Could you phone the restaurant and book a table for two?

g. Children are not allowed to play ball games in this playground

 

es. 4

Hi wendy!

Just a quick email to tell you that finally moved house. My adress is 12 Jackson Lane, Pennington.

But obsolutly you can still email me at this address.

I' m enjoying life in a small village after london. Of course when I was in London i could do anything i wanted-I could go to the theatre or the cinema, meet friends, eat out, follow an evening course, do any sport. Here in Pennington i can't relly do those things easily. But i hope that when I get my car next week I'll be able to travel to nearby towns and take advantage of the things on offer. Ienjoy being take a walk in the woods when I want and getting home from work in only 10 minutes. In london I could't get home from work in less than 45 minutes and I love being able spend more time at home relaxing.

Hope to hear from you soon, take care!

Katie

 

es.5

Passenger2 Of course. Here you are. And May I close the window, please?

Passenger1 Go ahead. It's cold today. Can you manage?

Passenger2 No, it's stuck. Could you help me?

Passenger1 Certainly. Could you hold my coat for a moment? There you are.

Passenger2 Thank you very much.

 

Pag. 192 es. 2

A:Hi terry, Could you tell me the way to the railway station?

B:Certainly. Walk up this road as far as the church. Then take the second turning on the left, go past the square and then...

A:Er...it sounds a bit complicated. Could you draw me a map?

B:OK. Oh but wait. Paula is also going to the station. How about asking her to give you a lift?

 

A:Shall we go out tonight or would you like to have a quiet night in?

B: I'm easy. You decide.

A:Well, let's go out, then. Do you mind trying taht new Mexican place in town?

B:Sounds brillant. Could you pick me up at the office at around 7.00?

A:No problem..

 

A:Would you sign on the dotted line, madam?

B:I'm sorry I haven't got a pen. Could I borrow yours?

A: Of course. Could you also fill in this form, please?

B:Alright. Oh, I don't think I understand any of this.

A:Would you like me to help you?

B:That's very kind of you

 

es.3

JILL:Hi, Jackie, what's the problem?

JACKIE:I've just argued with helen. I'm really worried about her

JILL:Your sister? Why have you argued? What's wrong?

JACKIE:She is spending all her time on Internt. I'm worried she's got into a chatroom or something

JILL:That's bad. Shall I speak to her?

JACKIE:Would you do that? That's great, thanks. I will tell you all the details. She won't listen to her.

JILL:OK. Would you like me to speak to your mum too?

JACKIE:Well I don't want to worry my mmum now.But if Helen refuses to talk to you, I'll tell her.

JILL:Are you sure it's a chat and not research for scholl?

JACKIE:When I look at the screen all I see are little boxes full of words. That's not research. And I looked at herr school work. It's terrible!

JILL:I see. Would I speak to her tomorrow afternoon? Would you call me when she gets home?

JACKIE:Oh yes, great. Thanks Jill. Woud you mind not telling anyone about this?

JILL:Of course not. My lips are sealed.