Gateway to the world B2 (Unit 1) "Make the grade"

Complete the sentences with the words in the box.

1. Sophie was annoyed that the      she got in her French exam was much lower than she expected.

2. You’ll need to check the           to find out what lessons you’ve got tomorrow.

3. All students need to hand in their            by the end of the day on Friday.

4. Marta would like to study        next year, either in France or Italy.

5. At the end of this      we will have to take some important exams.

6. There is no exam to take at the end of this course. Instead, there will be                       to work out your grade.

Match the words to their definitions.

Choose the correct alternative to complete the sentences.

1. What          [homework, chores] do you have to do around the home?

2. Before you continue, can I      [do, make] a suggestion?

3. Anna has done              [dinner, the shopping] today, so we don’t have to do it.

4. Lisa has      [done, made] an appointment to see the tutor next week to discuss her grades.

5. It’s really important that everyone in the team       [does, makes] a big effort in training.

6. How many extra-curricular activities do you      [do, make] each week?

7. Marcus failed the course because he didn’t      [do, make] all the assignments.

Complete each sentence with an appropriate word. (Present simple, present continuous and present habits)

1. Before I      an exam, I make sure I’ve done plenty of revision.

2. It’s really difficult to concentrate on my homework because my neighbours     always playing loud music in the evening. It’s so annoying!

3. In the winter, my grandparents        go out in the evenings because it’s too cold.

4. Martin is a strange guy. Sometimes he      talk to himself for hours.

5. I’m really annoyed with Laura. She’s             forgetting about our plans.

Complete the mini-dialogues with the words in the box.

Ali: Marta,               waiting here a long time?

Marta: Since about 3 pm.

Liv: Christina looks exhausted!

Ben: Yes, she’s              tennis with Robin.

Bob: How’s your day been?

Mae: A bit boring. I’ve               movies all day.

Dan: Have you        this new video game yet?

Jay: Yes, I have. It’s awesome!

Lea: What             talking about?

Amy: I don’t know. I          been paying attention.

Sam: I’ve         all the X-Men movies.

Max: Which is your favourite?

Complete the sentences with the gerund or infinitive form of the verbs given.

1. I don’t really enjoy          (watch) sport on TV.

2. They’re interested in          (visit) the museum later today.

3. Have you managed         (beat) your sister at chess yet?

4. You should avoid       (go) into the city centre today because of the protest.

5. Lorna was delighted         (meet) one of her sporting heroes at the match.

6.            (organise) a party for 50 people takes a long time!

7. I’m really bored. There just isn’t enough       (do) in this town at weekends.