miércoles, 22 de abril de 2009

jueves, 9 de abril de 2009

Easter holiday rephrasing exercices

Per a la correcció i les respostes envieu-me un correu.
Bones Festes
Conditionals
100. I didn't renew my subscription because I lost interest in the magazine's articles.
101. He was too slow to win the race.
102. I won't go to Rio unless I find a cheap flight.
103. I never sunbathe because I get sunburt easily.
104. She will understand you provided that you don't speak too fast.
105. He won't come for a drink because he's got work to do
106. She's too young to get a driving licence.
107. They lost the match because of the heavy rain.
108. Whenever Peter and I meet, we talk about the good old times.
109. He makes so many mistakes because he doesn't work more slowly.
110. I didn't go to Helen's party because she didn't invite me.
Passive
200. Someone must tell him about the accident.
201. They are going to rebuid the Town Hall.
202. People expect Barça will get to the final.
203. Nobody could find the lost climber.
204. The police have arrested the thieves.
205. Jane gave me a present for my birthday.
206. They are building a new car park in the neighbourhood.
207. I went to the hairdresser and he cut my hair.
208. People thought that Jimmi Hendrix was a genius.
209. People believe King Arthur lived in the 9th century.
210. People expect that Rodrigo Rato will resign due to the BBVA scandal.
Reported Speech
300. "I can't believe what you're saying," Paul told me.
301. "Would you like a cup of tea? she said to the girls.
302. "What time did you arrive in London?" he asked.
303. "I'm sorry to be late, but I missed the bus" she said.
304. "Thank you for the postcard you sent me," she said to Jane.
305. "What were you doing last night at 9.30?" he asked.
306. "I'll show you when I finish," he said.
307. "The film had already started when Peter arrived," she said.
308. "I was having a shower when the phone rang," she said.
309. "You must finish the report today," my boss told me.
310. Then Pierce Brosnan said: "My name's Bond. James Bond."
Relative clauses
400. I bought a house. It was advertised in the local paper.
401. Mary works in our office. Her husband is a plastic surgeon.
402. Venice is a wonderful place. We spent our last holiday there.
403. He showed us how to create a computer-based game. It was very interesting.
404. I've just finished reading Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. It is an amazing book.
405. That's the boy. I told you about him last night.
406. They've sold the house. I wanted to buy it.
407. Helen has just arrived. She had a car accident.
408. They've sold the grocery. I used to go shopping there.
409. My sister has won a DVD player. Her children love watching films.
410. There's the lady. Her dog was killed.
Modals
500. I'm sure John locked the office before leaving. He always does.
501. If I were you I would tell him the truth.
502. It isn't necessary for her to phone me back.
503. Ann finished the project on her own although it wasn't necessary to do so.
504. It was a mistake to sell the house. I wish I hadn't.
505. Perhaps we'll go swimming tomorrow.
506. I think Mary is probably at home because the windows are open.
507. Perhaps John knew about the trip, but I'm not sure.
508. I'm sure he didn't lock the door. He never does.
509. Perhaps she was at work when the earthquake struck.
510. Perhaps we'll rent our house in summer.

lunes, 6 de abril de 2009

Homework for 20th April

Alex, Javier, Claudia, Marina C., Sara, Marta, Albert, Victor choose a picture from the post "Photos 1"
Marc, Estefania, Lara, Isabel, Marina M., Laura,Inés and Mónica choose a picture from the post "Photos 2"

Photos 2





Photos 1