Review 13: Units 25 and 26
Exercise A
Write one word in each gap.
Teenagers and television
Until very recently, teenagers have been hooked on television. Parents have worried that their children are becoming fat, lazy potatoes, and teenagers seem to have preferred watching TV almost any other activity in the home. Except perhaps sleeping. But no more! According to the latest statistics, teenagers have off TV and are turning off in droves. Given the choice TV and the internet, it's clear what most teens prefer. The internet an interactive, social need that TV doesn't. Teenagers at a loose in their bedrooms can hang with their mates in cyberspace. As websites such as MySpace have off, teenagers have been only eager to join in their millions and spend hours a day and night online. We're witnessing the birth of the generation of the 'keyboard potato', for of a better expression.
(1 mark per answer)
Exercise B
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and eight words, including the word given.
'I've decided I really want to go on a cruise round the Med this summer,' said Molly.
He told us that getting a later plane was our only option.
'Does Tony follow current affairs closely?' asked Susie.
'I'm going to enjoy myself now the exams are over,' said Heidi.
As the plane finally stopped on the runway, it was immediately surrounded by fire engines.
Pete said that Josh doesn't usually tell lies.
'Let's not make any plans and just see what happens,' said Dawn.
I decided right there and then to buy it and now I really regret it!
(2 marks per answer)
Exercise C
Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in capitals.
(1 mark per answer)
Exercise D
Complete using the words in the box in the correct form. You will not need one of the words.
(1 mark per answer)
Exercise E
Choose the correct answer.
I get so stressed at work it's hard sometimes to ....................... in the evenings.
How dare you accuse me .......................!
You know what they .......................: Variety is the spice of life!
The interviewer asked ....................... the question.
Was it always an ....................... of yours to play for France?
Jon asked Todd if ....................... arrested!
The play wasn't very good but it wasn't very bad either, ......................., I'd say.
Going down white-water rapids in a canoe must be extremely ........................ Does your heart start beating really fast?
(1 mark per answer)
