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Listen to the conversations about hobbies. Check the correct answers.
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Choose the correct option.
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Complete the conversation with the correct verb forms. There is more than one correct answer for some items.
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Choose the correct option.
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Complete the sentences with the objects pronouns.Example: I like Mrs. Roberts. What do you think of her ?
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Read the questions. Check the best answer to make the response sound friendly.
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Read the information on the Web site. Then read about the people. What heading should each person click on? Write the correct headings.
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Conversation 1Jack____________with his friends on weekends.
Correct Answer
B. Goes jogging
Explanation
The correct answer is "goes jogging" because the sentence states that Jack does this activity with his friends on weekends. This implies that going to the gym or eating lunch would not involve his friends, making them incorrect options.
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Conversation 2Beth listens to jazz_____.
Correct Answer
B. On the radio
Explanation
Beth listens to jazz on the radio as a way to relax. This implies that she enjoys the genre of jazz and finds it soothing or enjoyable. Listening to music on the radio is a common way for people to unwind and destress, and jazz is often known for its calming and melodic qualities. Therefore, it can be inferred that Beth chooses to listen to jazz on the radio as a form of relaxation.
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Conversation 3Adam is good at____ things.
Correct Answer
A. Fixing
Explanation
Adam is good at fixing things. This means that he has the ability and skill to repair or mend objects or situations. He is likely knowledgeable and experienced in troubleshooting and finding solutions to problems.
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Conversation 4Alice doesn't________jewelry.
Correct Answer
C. Buy
Explanation
Alice doesn't buy jewelry. This means that she does not spend money on purchasing jewelry items. She may have other reasons for not buying jewelry, such as personal preference or financial constraints. However, the given information specifically states that she does not engage in the activity of buying jewelry.
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A. So, you and your brother like to watch football, right?B. Yeah. Actually ________________in my family is a football fan.
Correct Answer
A. Everyone
Explanation
The correct answer is "everyone." In the given conversation, person A asks if both the person and their brother like to watch football. Person B responds by saying "Yeah. Actually everyone in my family is a football fan." This indicates that every member of their family is a football fan.
14.
A. Do you and your friends like country music?B. Not really. _____________in my class listens to country.
Correct Answer
B. Nobody
Explanation
The correct answer is "Nobody" because the speaker states that no one in their class listens to country music, indicating that none of their friends like country music either.
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A. Connie's a wonderful dancer.B. That's true. ____________can dance like she does.
Correct Answer
B. No one
Explanation
The given correct answer is "No one." This is because the statement "Connie's a wonderful dancer" implies that Connie's dancing skills are exceptional. The blank space is asking for a word or phrase that can complete the sentence and convey the idea that nobody else can dance like Connie does. "No one" fits this context perfectly, as it suggests that there is nobody who can match Connie's dancing abilities.
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A. I love to swim in the summer.B. Yeah, me too. Almost _______________enjoys swimming in hot weather.
Correct Answer
A. Everybody
Explanation
The correct answer is "everybody" because the statement "Yeah, me too. Almost everybody enjoys swimming in hot weather" suggests that the speaker and the person they are talking to both enjoy swimming in hot weather, and that it is a common sentiment among most people.
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A. Can you ___________(play) a musical instrument?
Correct Answer
play
Explanation
The correct answer for this question is "play" because it is the correct verb form to complete the sentence. The question is asking if the person can perform or engage in the activity of playing a musical instrument.
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B. No, but I like _______________(sing).
Correct Answer
to sing
singing
Explanation
The correct answer is "to sing" and "singing". Both options are correct because they both indicate a liking for singing. "To sing" is an infinitive form of the verb, while "singing" is a gerund form. Both forms can be used to express a preference or enjoyment of the activity of singing.
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A. What do you enjoy______________(do) in your free time?
Correct Answer
to do
doing
Explanation
The question is asking about the activities someone enjoys in their free time. The correct answer options are "to do" and "doing". Both options are grammatically correct and can be used interchangeably in this context.
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B. Well, I love __________(paint).
Correct Answer
to paint
painting
Explanation
The correct answer is "to paint" and "painting". Both options are grammatically correct and can be used to express the love for the activity of painting. "To paint" is an infinitive form that indicates the action of painting, while "painting" is a gerund form that functions as a noun and represents the activity itself.
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A. Would you like _____________(take) a carpentry class?
Correct Answer
to take
Explanation
The correct answer is "to take." In this sentence, the phrase "would you like" is followed by a verb in its base form, which is "to take." This construction is used to ask someone if they have an interest or desire in doing something. Therefore, the correct phrase to complete the sentence is "to take," indicating the possibility of taking a carpentry class.
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B. Yes, I am good at ____________(make) things.
Correct Answer
making
Explanation
The correct answer is "making" because it agrees with the verb "am" in the sentence. The word "making" is the present participle form of the verb "make" and is used to describe the action of creating or producing things. Therefore, the sentence is saying that the person is good at the activity of making things.
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A. I hate _________(shop) at the mall.
Correct Answer
to shop
shopping
Explanation
The correct answer is "to shop, shopping." In this sentence, the word "hate" is followed by a gerund or an infinitive. In this case, both "to shop" and "shopping" can be used as they function as a noun. However, "to shop" is the infinitive form and "shopping" is the gerund form. Both options convey the same meaning, but "shopping" is a more commonly used form in this context.
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B. Me too. I prefer _____________(buy) things online.
Correct Answer
to buy
buying
Explanation
The correct answer is "to buy, buying". In this sentence, the speaker is expressing their preference for purchasing things online. The phrase "to buy" is an infinitive form of the verb "buy" and is used to show purpose or intention. The word "buying" is a present participle form of the verb "buy" and is used to describe an ongoing action. Both forms are grammatically correct and convey the same meaning in this context.
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A. Are you interested in __________________(join) the swim team?
Correct Answer
joining
Explanation
The correct answer for this question is "joining" because it correctly completes the sentence in the present continuous form. The question is asking if the person is interested in joining the swim team.
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B. Not really. I can't_________________(swim) at all.
Correct Answer
swim
Explanation
The correct answer is "swim" because the person is saying that they cannot swim at all.
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Sam plays ______________really well. He's in a jazz band.
Correct Answer
B. The piano
Explanation
Sam plays the piano really well because he is in a jazz band. This suggests that he has developed a high level of skill and proficiency in playing the piano, which is why he is able to contribute to a jazz band. The phrase "really well" further emphasizes his talent and ability in playing the instrument.
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Joe loves______________, so he knows a lot about plants and flowers.
Correct Answer
C. Gardening
Explanation
Joe loves gardening, which is why he knows a lot about plants and flowers. Gardening involves taking care of plants and flowers, so it is likely that Joe has gained knowledge and expertise in this area due to his passion for gardening.
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Tina's good at________________things. She's very mechanical.
Correct Answer
B. Fixing
Explanation
Tina's mechanical skills indicate that she is adept at fixing things. This implies that she has a strong understanding of how things work and the ability to troubleshoot and repair them. While she may also be good at writing or baking, the emphasis on her mechanical abilities suggests that fixing is her strongest suit.
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Kate likes _______________. She can make sweaters and things.
Correct Answer
A. Knitting
Explanation
Kate likes knitting because she is able to make sweaters and other things.
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I listen to classical music a lot. Do you listen to_______, too?
Correct Answer
it
Explanation
The correct answer is "it" because the pronoun "it" refers back to the noun "classical music" in the previous sentence. By using "it," the speaker is asking if the person they are talking to also listens to classical music.
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My wife does photography. Look, I'm in this next photo. That's ________on the right.
Correct Answer
me
Explanation
The speaker is referring to themselves in the photo, indicating that the person on the right side of the photo is "me," which is the correct answer.
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Robbie Williams is a singer from England. Do you know____?
Correct Answer
him
Explanation
The correct answer is "him" because the question is asking if you know Robbie Williams. The word "him" is used to refer to a male person, in this case, Robbie Williams. Therefore, if you know Robbie Williams, the correct answer would be "him".
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Bill and Jean are in your meditation class. Do you ever see ______there?
Correct Answer
them
Explanation
The correct answer is "them" because the sentence is asking if the person sees Bill and Jean in the meditation class. "Them" is the appropriate pronoun to use when referring to multiple people, in this case, Bill and Jean.
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A. Are you into sports?B_________________
Correct Answer
B. Not really, but I watch soccer on TV.
Explanation
B responds with "Not really, but I watch soccer on TV." This answer suggests that while B may not actively participate in sports, they still have an interest in sports and enjoy watching soccer on television.
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A.Do you like jazz?B________________
Correct Answer
C. No, I prefer Latin music.
Explanation
The given question asks about the person's preference for jazz music. The correct answer states that the person does not like jazz and instead prefers Latin music. This answer directly responds to the question and provides an alternative musical preference.
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A. Do you like to play computer games?B.____________________
Correct Answer
B. Um, no. I'm not really into games.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Um, no. I'm not really into games." This response indicates that the person is not interested in playing computer games. They use the phrase "not really into games" to express their lack of enthusiasm for this activity.
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A. Can you draw or paint?B.___________________
Correct Answer
C. Not really. I'm not very artistic.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Not really. I'm not very artistic." This answer provides a clear explanation for why the person cannot draw or paint, stating that they are not very artistic.
39.
Jeffrey is a great photographer, but he wants to learn some new things._____________________.
Correct Answer
Monthly Newsletter
Explanation
The monthly newsletter would be a great resource for Jeffrey to learn new things. It could provide him with information about the latest trends and techniques in photography, tips and tricks from other photographers, and updates on upcoming workshops or events. By subscribing to the newsletter, Jeffrey can stay updated and continue to enhance his skills as a photographer.
40.
Melissa would like to sell a photograph to a magazine. She wants an opinion about it.______________
Correct Answer
Ask Our Advice
41.
Ken is a beginning photographer. He wants to learn more._____________________.
Correct Answer
Mini-Lessons (For Beginners)
Mini-Lessons
Explanation
Ken is a beginning photographer who wants to learn more about photography. The answer "Mini-Lessons (For Beginners)" suggests that Ken should engage in mini-lessons specifically designed for beginners. These mini-lessons will likely provide him with fundamental knowledge and skills to improve his photography abilities.
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Barb wants to buy a good camera, but she doesn't want to pay a lot of money._______________
Correct Answer
Shopping Tips