At Home: Complete The Conversation
Complete the conversation. Use the correct form of the verbs in the box. Page 13.
1) bowl.
2) exercise.
3) go.
4) play.
5) ski.
6) try.
7) swim.
8) watch.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Linda: You and I watch too much TV. We need some exercise.James: I know, but I don't really enjoy ________ (exercise).
Explanation
James is expressing that he does not enjoy exercising. This implies that Linda's suggestion of getting exercise is not something that he finds enjoyable or appealing.Rate this question:
- 2.
Linda: But you like ________ (play) tennis, right?
Explanation
The correct answer is "playing, to play" because Linda is asking if the person enjoys playing tennis, so both "playing" and "to play" are appropriate verb forms to use in this context.Rate this question:
- 3.
James: Yeah, but these days I prefer ____________ tennis on TV.
Explanation
The question asks for the preferred way of engaging with tennis on TV. The correct answer options are "to watch" and "watching." Both options are grammatically correct, but they convey slightly different meanings. "To watch" implies a conscious decision or intention to engage in the activity of watching tennis on TV. On the other hand, "watching" suggests a general preference or enjoyment of the activity without explicitly stating an intention. Therefore, both options can be considered correct depending on the intended meaning.Rate this question:
- 4.
Linda: How about bowling? We can both ______ (bowl).James: Yeah, but it's pretty noisy.
Explanation
Linda suggests bowling as an activity that both she and James can do together. James agrees but mentions that it can be noisy. The correct answer is "bowl," which is the verb form of the activity Linda suggests.Rate this question:
- 5.
Linda: I guess you're right.James: Well, you're good at _________ (swim). And the pool is nearby.Linda: But it's always crowded.
Explanation
Linda acknowledges that James is correct in suggesting swimming as an activity because she is skilled at it and there is a pool nearby. However, she expresses her concern that the pool is always crowded.Rate this question:
- 6.
Linda: Sure. I'd like _______ (go) to the new Thai restaurant in Plaza del Sol.James: Great idea, Linda. let's go.
Explanation
In the conversation, Linda expresses her desire to visit the new Thai restaurant in Plaza del Sol. To convey this intention, she uses the phrase "I'd like." When expressing a desire or preference, the correct structure is "I'd like + to + verb." Therefore, the correct answer is "to go." The option "going" is incorrect because it does not follow the correct structure for expressing a desire or preference.Rate this question:
- 7.
James: Oh, I know! We both like ________ (ski).Linda: Actually, I can't stand the cold and the snow.
Explanation
In the conversation, James suggests that they both like skiing. However, Linda contradicts him by saying that she can't stand the cold and the snow. Therefore, the correct answer is "skiing, to ski" as it reflects James' assumption and Linda's disagreement with it.Rate this question:
- 8.
James: Really? Didn't knew. Well, are you interested in _______ (try) something new?
Explanation
The correct answer is "trying" because James is asking if the person is interested in attempting or experiencing something new. The verb "trying" fits grammatically and contextually in the sentence.Rate this question:
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