Grammar review - 3

h year many people ____ take care of the old and the disabled. 
2. Hong Kong is one of the most ____ areas in the world. 
3. Could you ____ the picture over the sofa?
4. Her room is beautifully decorated with balloons and ____ lights.
5. We should cut down the use of ____ and pesticides for cultivation. 
6. This writer must be ____ to write those fantastic novels. 
7. The ____ are concerned about the deforestation and killing rare animals.
8. Sorry about the mistake, I ____ the instructions you gave me. 
9. Did you invite them to the party? – No, they came ____.
10. Do me the ____ of listening to what I have to say. 
11. It’s now____ that the war is over. 	
12. There is the problem of____ of car parks.	
13. He showed remarkable____ throughout his illness	
14. Please accept this present as a toke of our____	
15. The soldier was accused of____ because he ran away.	
16. To be honest. I find the film rather____	
17. You need more confidence and ____ in yourself	
18. The police have ____ a plot against the government 	
19. She complained____ about his rudeness.	
20. She’s got a reward for her____ intelligence.	
21. He ____ this morning and was late for school. 	 
22. All ____ should go to Room 12. 	 
23. There’s no ____ to the problem of the beginning of the universe. 	
24. He doesn’t agree with the ____ that there is a life on other planets.	
25. It was very____ of you to sing so loud so late at night. 	 
26. Hanoi is much more ________ from Kuala Lumpur.	
27. Mr John caused an accident yesterday. He drove very ________.	
28. Nowadays, many people are interested in saving money and _____ resources.	
29. Ba is the ________ student in his class.	
30. The ________ told us not to take reference books out of the school library.	
31. The students in class 12A walked up the _____ to visit the shrine 
32. The consumers want products that will work ________ and save money.	
33. Lan Anh is ________ because she misses her parents and friends very much.	
34. The ____ of his knowledge surprised them.() 
35. In design and qualify of manufacture hey were ____ by Italians. 
36. ____ fish always live in lakes and rivers. 
37. IQ stands for ____ quotient. 
38. Scholarships and awards are usually given on the ____ . 
39. Everyone admired her ____ beauty. She’s old but she is still beautiful.
40. She is extremely ____ of heights and will feel fain when she only on the fifth floor. 
41. It was sheer ____ riding in the rollercoaster and I would like to try it again. 
42. Thomas ____ broke the expensive vase. 
43. Part of the building has been ____ into offices.
44. He is unhappy because of his ________. 
45. The ________ of the swamps will destroy the mosquitoes’ breeding places. 
46. He has made a great _________to the development of the country. 
47. We will hire new staff when the _____________arises. 
48. His repeated __________ from school is unacceptable. 
49. The teacher’s words are a great ___________ to him. 
50. They are very __________ of one another. 
51. Her interests are very __________. 
52. I can’t stand his __________. 
53. The holiday was beyond all _________.
54. ____ Olympic Games began in Ancient Greece in BC 776 in Olympia. The Games were very popular and were held (55) ____ every four years until AD 393 when they were stopped by the Roman Emperor. The modern games were started again in Athens in 1896. The Games have become the World’s most important international athletics (56) ____, in which the best athletes spend years training in (57) ____ for this great event. Sports range from basketball to horse riding. Perhaps the most (58) ____ track and field event is the decathlon. Athletes take part in ten different running, jumping and throwing events. Almost every nation sends a team to the Olympic Games and one of the ideas is that the Games encourage (59) ____ between countries. (60) ____ sports lovers travel thousands of miles to watch the Games and most (61) ____ athletes want the 	chance of winning an Olympic medal. Such an (62) ____ can.
1. VOLUNTEER
2. POPULATION
3. STRAIGHT
4. COLOUR
5. FERTILE
6. IMAGINE
7. ENVIRONMENT
8. UNDERSTAND
9. EXPECT
10. COURTEOUS
11. DEFINE
12. STANDARD
13. ENDURE
14. GRATEFUL
15. COWARD
16. OFFEND
17. BELIEVE
18. COVER
19. CEASE
20. ORDINARY
21. SLEEP 
22. APPLY 
23. SOLVE
24. BELIEVE
25. THINK
26. DIFFERENCE
27. CARE
28. NATURE
29. GOOD
30. LIBRARY
31. MOUNTAINOUS
32. EFFECT
33. HAPPY
34. EXTEND
35. CLASS
36. WATER
37. INTELLIGENT
38. DAY
39. TIME
40. FEAR
41. ECSTATIC
42. ACCIDENT
43. DIVIDE
44. DEAF
45. DRAIN
46. CONTRIBUTE
47. NECESSARY 
48. ABSENT
49. ENCOURAGE
50. SUPPORT
51. DIVERSITY
52. RUDE
53. EXPECT 
54. ORIGIN
55. REGULAR
56. COMPETE
57. PREPARE
58. CHALLENGE
59. FRIEND
60. DEDICATE
61. AMBITION
62. ACHIEVE
CHUYÊN ĐỀ VIẾT
I. Write the new sentences using the word give. Do not change the word given in any way.
1. We are afraid that the next train to Cardiff has been cancelled.
We  ________________________ the next train to Cardiff has been cancelled.
2. 'I was going to phone Sarah but I had too much homework to do', said John
John said that ___________________  but he'd had too much homework to do.
3. Many people think that Gone with the Wind is one of the greatest films ever made.
Gone with the Wind _________________  one of the greatest films ever made.
4. If you hold your breath for a few seconds it might get rid of your hiccups.
You might be able to get rid of your hiccups if you _________ for a few seconds.
5. Anna didn't like it at all when one of her colleagues got the promotion instead of her.
Anna  _____________________ the promotion instead of her.
6. I have a good relationship with my neighbors. 
 My neighbors __________________well together.
7. It wasn't a good idea for me to spend all my money on beer and cigarettes, but I did.
 I wish ________________________ my money on beer and cigarettes.
8. The police left and then all the journalists arrived.
 The police ____________________all the journalists arrived.
9. Although Sarah wasn't wearing a helmet, she wasn't injured in the accident.
Sarah wasn't injured in the accident, ______________ a helmet.
10. She felt she had achieved a lot in life, despite her disadvantaged background.
Despite her disadvantaged background, she felt _______________ about her life.
11. They have discovered some interesting new information.
12. They suspended Jack for the next two matches. 
13. I really want to see her again.
14. She was so beautiful that I couldn't stop looking at her.
15. We are looking forward to watching the program. 
16. When I was driving, I realized that the car wasn’t working properly.
17. Sandra said that she was willing to work late. 
18. They pretended to be enjoying themselves, but they weren’t really. 
19. I can't lift this table on my own.	
20. The coins are believed to have been buried for safe-keeping.	
21. Be sure to say goodbye to grandmother before you leave.
22. I’ve never seen anyone play so skillfully before. 
23.Is there such a place as Eldorado?	
24. Fewer people smoke these days. 	
25. Julia didn’t listen to what her doctor told her.	
26. Jenny didn’t feel like going to the party. 	 
27. Did Pamela say why she was so late?	
28. The firm is going to raise everybody’s salary.	
29. This contract is not binding until we both sign it 	 
30. As far as I know he is still working in Bristol. 	 
31. To this day no one has equaled his achievements in the field of technology. 
→ To this day _____ in the field of technology.
32. Peter grimaced as he swallowed the foul-tasting medicine. 
→ Peter _____ the foul-tasting medicine.
33. It’s unfortunately that the construction of the building will not be finished as originally planned. → The construction of the building _____ unfortunate.
34. What he told me made me very curious to hear the rest of the history. 
→ What he told me _____ the story.
35. They chose not to drive because they thought there would be too much snow.
→ They chose _____ too much snow.
36. It's possible that someone stole your purse when we were in the restaurant. 
37. ‘Me? No, I didn’t take Sue’s calculator,’ said Bob. 
38. They said that an electrical failure was the cause of the fire. 
39. She apologized to the host for having to go so early, and left. 
40. Peter was the first person I asked for advice. 
41. Critics are hoping the new director can bring some positive changes into the French film industry.
42. The terrorist attack on the Capital Trade Center was very much like the 11/9 attack on the WTO building.
43. It is very difficult to give the exact value of a table like this, but it’s probably worth about $ 5000.
44. Five boys on a motorbike at the speed of 60 mph is very likely to end up in hospital.
45. Detective had stopped working on the Hornsey murders case three years previously.
46. He is very good at cooking spaghetti.
47. We all want to make him realize that he is not as important as he thinks.
48. He really disappointed me when breaking the promise to help me out.
49. He died, having nothing of his own.
50. Have a look at this picture. It may help you to remember something.
51. Many customs restrictions within the EC have been abolished. 
52. At the moment I can’t afford to buy a new car. 
53. I assume you’re hungry. 
54. I know I can convince Dave that I'm right about this matter. 
55. Students at the school are not allowed to go into the Rainbow Disco. 
1. REGRET
2. MEANT
3. BE
4. HOLDING
5. RESENTED
6. ON
7. UP
8. ALREADY
9. OF
10. SENSE
11. LIGHT
12. BANNED
13. DYING
14. EYES
15. WAIT
16. WRONG 
17. MIND
18. AS 
19. UNLESS
20. IT
21. WITHOUT
22. MUCH
23. EXIST
24. DECREASE
25. NOTICE
26. MOOD
27. REASON
28. GIVEN
29. BOUND
30. KNOWLEDGE
31. UNSURPASSED 
32. PULLED
33. LONGER
34. APPETITE
35. FEAR
36. MIGHT
37. DENIED
38. BLAMED
39. APOLOGIES
40. WHOSE
41. BREATHE
42. CARBON 
43. FIGURE
44. RECIPE
45. BOOK
46. DAB
47. SIZE
48. TEETH 
49. NAME
50. JOG
51. AWAY
52. QUESTION
53. GRANTED
54. BRING
55. BOUNDS
Top of Form
II. Rewrite each of the following sentences so that it has a similar meaning to the original one. 
1. If you changed your mind, you would be welcomed to join our class.
2. I'd rather not go out this afternoon.
3. Adeles tries hard, but she doesn't get anywhere.
4. It is thought that the boss is considering raising wages.
5. His disabilities did not prevent him from sailing around the world.
6. I didn't arrive in time to see her.
7. I'd prefer you not to smoke.
8. The mother smiled happily. She took the baby in her arms.
9. The noise next door did not stop until after midnight.
10. You can ring this number whenever there is any difficulty.
11. They built this building in 2005.
12. “I will look for another job to improve my living condition”.
13. I’ll help you if you promise to try harder.
14. He had a flu because he went out in the rain last night.
15. Although he was ill, he managed to come to school.
16. When did you buy this bike?
17. “We are going to Sapa next week”.
18. People speak English every where
19. Unless you study hard, you will fail the exam.
20. Because the crowds were large, we couldn’t see any thing
21. It is extremely difficult for us to make ends meet these days.
22. Alice and Charles did not decide to move to a bigger house until after the birth of their second child.
23. While mending the road, they accidentally blocked our water pipes.
24. He brought the umbrella along but it didn't rain.
25. While I strongly disapprove of your behaviour, I will help you this time.
26. I didn’t arrive in time to see her.
27. We couldn’t drive because of the fog.
28. A train leaves at eight o’ clock every morning.
29. John asked if it was the blue one or the green she wanted.
30. I haven’t eaten this kind of food before.
31. Only if you work hard now have you any chance of success. 
32. He tried very hard to give up smoking.	
33. An aerial is not required with this radio.	
34. When he stops smoking, he’ll feel better.	
35. The wedding was held despite the rain. 	
36. Although the ticket may seem expensive, it is good value for money.
37. I have forgotten that commentator’s name but he’s very well-known.
38. The reason the party was a success was that a famous film star attended
39. The open-door policy has brought about a lot of radical changes.
40. To invest in education is of great profit.
41. Art first I felt so tense, but her smile helped me to get back my confidence
42. I’ve got a computer already. I won’t pay that much money for another
43. This conversation programme is financed from advertising revenue
44. Next time you want to punk hairdo try using boot polish instead of grease
45. The president’s bodyguards stood behind him, watching
46. After leaving home she walked to the spot near the motorway
47. Rates contribute to the cost of local services
48. The council should have appreciated people’s real needs
49. As a matter of principle, I don’t pay for my children’s education after the age of 23
50. A soft drinks company has offered to sponsor the competition
51. The furniture was too old for us to keep.
52. Nobody has cleaned the streets this week.
53.“ If I were you , I would not trust Peter,” she told Tom .
54. He brought the umbrella along but it didn’t rain.
55. Would you mind not smoking here? 
56. She didn’t say anything when she walked in.
57. He couldn’t drive because of the fog.
58. Neil regrets having sold his car.
59. The child ran out because of the strange noise.
60. Immediately after his arrival, things went wrong.
61. As far as I know, Mr. Green is a lecturer.
62. In the unlikely event of a fire, please do not use the lift.
63. Immediately after his arrival, things went wrong.
64. They believe that Mary got the scholarship.
65. It is not a habit of mine to drive to the left of the road.
66. I assumed that she would learn how to take shorthand after this course.
67. When the Minister was asked about the strike, he decline to comment. 
68. Someone rang the alarm as soon as the burglars left the building. 
69. We regret to inform you that your application has not been successful. 
70. I left without saying goodbye as I didn’t want to disturb the meeting. 
71. Customs officials are stopping more travelers than usual this week.
72. I left without saying goodbye as I didn’t want to disturb the meeting.
73. My decision to get up and dance coincided with the band’s decision to stop playing.
74. He never suspected that the bicycle had been stolen.
75. How could I help, except to offer to lend her some money?
76. What has this experience taught you?
77 Attendance at the exhibition has been down this year 
78. That reminds me of the time I climbed to the top of Mount Fiji.
79. If you find it necessary, you can contact me on this number.
80. Fancy you and I meeting in the middle of Africa like this.
81. We had to settle for a cheaper car than the one we wanted. 
82. Mr. Mike asked me to write this letter to you.
83. Her employers often send her to the United States.
84. My friends persuaded me to go to the part in fancy dress.
85. He gave me a detailed account of the operation.
86. My protests were ignored
87. The university didn’t prepare to consider his application due to his lack of right qualifications.
88. We shall find the solution to the problem soon.
89. I know this reporter’s background well and he is 100% honest
90. Almost everyone is aware of the scenic beauty of this region
91. I had no experience of skiing but I quickly picked it up
92. We must do something about the problem, even if it costs a lot
93. My father speaks very little English
94. Mary doesn’t realize how serious her operation is.
95. Because of the frost, oranges are scarce
96. What I earn in a month he earns in a week.
97. We regret to inform you that your application has not been successful.
98. It seems as if there is a slight deterioration in his physical condition.
99. We must continue our efforts whether there are any problems or not.
100. He was sorry he hadn’t said goodbye to her at the airport.
101. It is disappointing that we haven't heard from Molly.
102. He wished he had invited her to his birthday party.
103. When she saw the dog coming towards her, she quickly crossed the road.
104. 'You'd better not waste your time, Betty,' Tom said.
105. 'It was nice of you to invite me to your birthday party. Thanks very much.'
106. Although it rain torrentially all day, we all enjoyed the excursion.
107. As he grew older, he became more and more forgetful.
108. I must have my suit cleaned before the interview.
109. It was such a boring film that we left before the end.
110. We couldn’t drive because of the fog.
111. He prefers golf to tennis.
112. You might fall if you are not careful.
113. Shall we go out to eat tonight? 
114. Without your advice, I would never have made a good investment.
115. Although he was very tired, he agreed to play tennis.
116. 'You'd better not waste your time, Betty,' Tom said.
117. The cake was so hard that I could not eat it.
118. The cost of living has gone up considerably in the last few years.
119. Let's go for a walk. We've been working all day.
120. Just when he arrived at the station, the train was starting to move.
121. “You’d better not lend her any more money, Paul,” said Tom.
122. “Although the traffic was bad, Peter arrived on time.'
123. The last time I saw Mary was in 2009.
124. The plumber repaired the leak this morning.
125. They had a bad crop because the storm swept through the region.
1. Were you 
2. I do not feel 
3. However 
4. The boss 
5. Despite the fact 
6. I wasn't 
7. I'd rather 
8. Smiling 
9. It was not 
10. Should 
11. This building
12. He said
13 Unless
14 If he
15. In spite of
16. When was
17They said
18. English
19. If
20. Because of
21. We find
22. Only when
23. They accidentally cut off
24. He needn't
25. Despite
26. I wasn’t early 
27. The fog prevented
28. There is 
29.“Which ______________”
30. This is the first
31. Your chance
32. He made great
33. You don’t
34. The sooner
35. The wedding took
36. Expensive
37. That commentator,
38. Had it not
39. Thanks to
40. We found it
41. Her smile melted
42. I’m not shelling
43. This conversation programme derives
44. Next time you want to punk hairdo why not substitute
45. Watchfully, 
46. After leaving home she made
47. Local services
48. The council should have borne
49. Paying for my children’s education after the age of 23 goes
50. A soft drinks company has stepped
51. It was
52. The streets
53. She advised Tom
54. He needn’t
55. I’d rather
56. She walked in without
57. The fog prevented 
58. Neil wishes
59. The strange noise
60. No sooner 
61. To
62. Should
63. No sooner
64. Mary
65. I am
66. I took it
67. On
68. No sooner
69. Much to
70. Rather
71. An increased
72. Rather
73. The moment
74. At no time
75. Other
76. What conclusions
77. The exhibition
78. That takes
79. Should
80. It’s really odd
81. We had to content
82. It is at
83. She often gets
84. My friend talked
85. He gave me a blow
86. Nobody paid
87. Had
88. One of
89. This reporter
90. This region
91. Despite my
92. Costly
93. My father speaks
94. Little
95. The freezing weather
96. He earns
97. Much to
98. His physical condition
99. Regardless of
100. He regretted
101. We are
102. He regretted
103. Seeing 
104. Tom
105. Mike thanked
106. Despite 
107. The
108. My suit needs
109. The film 
110. The fog prevented 
111. He’d rather
112. Be careful
113. Why
114. If it hadn’t
115. Tired
116. Tom
117. It was
118. There has been
119. John suggested
120. Hardly 
121. Tom advised Paul
122. In spite of
123. I haven