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What a nice dress!
Robert is sixteen.
I wish I were rich.
He lent me his car.
I think I am right.
I wish I had a car!
Mr Dupont is French.
Tell him to go home.
Did you come by air?
It’s no use waiting.
He is angry with me.
Did you come by taxi?
He asked me her name.
I wish I were pretty.
He has luck at cards.
I know you are wrong.
Ask him what he wants.
It happens to everyone.
She spoke to me at last.
I hope to see you there.
Mary is nicer than Jane.
They say that he is ill.
He was lying on his bed.
Who saw Peter kiss Mary?
I told Mr Brown to come.
John is a friend of mine.
Butter is made from milk.
If he asked me, I‘d come.
What a beautiful picture!
What are you waiting for?
I like reading very much.
He lives at 32 York Road.
If he asks me, I'll stay.
Gold is a valuable metal.
How are you feeling today?
Look out! A car is coming.
I know how to drive a car.
Have you ever made a cake?
He always tells the truth.
If I were you, I would go.
They couldn't see anybody.
She talks faster than I do.
I don’t know what you mean.
We live at 724 Main Street.
Peter is cleverer than Tom.
We were studying very hard.
I have a new pair of shoes.
A fork is used to eat with.
People love to give advice.
They paid me for the books.
A mouse is similar to a rat.
They believed what you said.
I laid the table for supper.
Look! Two boys are fighting.
They believed what you said.
I understand the lesson now.
He drank half glass of milk.
What is your favourite game?
You buy petrol by the litre.
This morning I went shopping.
What sizes shoes do you wear?
I come here to learn English.
A soucepan is for cooking in.
What does he do for a living?
Apples are sold by the pound.
Sick people must stay in bed.
So far I have had no trouble.
The English are fond of sport.
Neither of them was any good.
I wish I had passed the exam.
Do you have a bath every day?
That woman has beautiful hair.
The Swiss live in Switzerland.
Shall I open the door for you?
I get up at six every morning.
He did not let me get my book.
He drank half a glass of milk.
My brother's son is my nephew.
My brother can swim very well.
I'll see you when I come back.
"Do you smoke?" - "I used to."
My father's sister is my aunt.
They all live in this village.
He asked his father for money.
A single or a double room, sir?
Our school is in Church Street.
Tell Joe not to close the door.
John is a great friend of mine.
You had better go home at once.
Who came to see you last night?
He accused the man of stealing.
He finished reading the letter.
Jane has some money in her bag.
The noise did not let me sleep.
Do you know how to make coffee?
I can hear a strange noise now.
I saw your friend two weeks ago.
Smoking is a bad habit of yours.
It is our duty to help the poor.
I was told to rewrite my letter.
The boy that ran away was David.
Furniture is often made of wood.
This is Hammingway’s last novel.
Sheila has a two-month-old baby.
What is the price of this watch?
He asked me what games I played.
Please excuse me for being late.
I wish you had sent it last week.
I noticed him cutting the grass.
Most crimes take place at night.
The lift was again out of order.
Tables are usually made of wood.
I am glad that the news is good.
You must do your work carefully.
One hundred years make a century.
My son is older than my daughter.
Wine is usually made from grapes.
A year consists of twelve months.
May I have another piece of cake?
You ought to have come yesterday.
I bought an English book to read.
Don’t ask me, I am not a teacher.
Telling lies is a very bad habit.
Could you find a job for me, too?
I know what the boy wanted to do.
He worked here from 1970 to 1975.
After eating I often go to sleep.
Where can I find Chestnut Street?
Today I have a lot of work to do.
My husband caught five small fish.
I finished writing my book report.
I’m sure I saw her two months ago.
He talks as if he knew everything.
My father has more books than you.
You can buy meat at the butcher’s.
„What do you do?” - „I’m a nurse.”
Did you get to the cinema in time?
My teacher lives at 54 Elm Street.
I am interested in building ships.
Will you please lend me this book?
This man always wears black shoes.
You are right, Genova is in Italy.
He arrived at the station at 4 pm.
Do you have to make so much noise?
Please ring me up when you arrive.
His mother’s brother is his uncle.
We arrived at the airport in time.
I have written this letter in ink.
The Dutch live in the Netherlands.
John saw this film two months ago.
I wasn't introduced to her mother.
He wasn't surprised at what he saw.
I have never heard of such a thing.
My father never met him, but I did.
„How do you do?” - „How do you do?”
You can’t make me do what you want.
We arrived in the village at night.
If I were Peter, I would marry Sue.
Will you go on holiday this summer?
I hope he will succeed in his work.
Jane entered the room very quietly.
Most people like travelling abroad.
He has a good knowledge of history.
He is nearly as tall as his father.
I am looking forward to seeing you.
Peter hasn’t finished his work yet.
There is no excuse for coming late.
Waiter, when do I get my breakfast?
How do I get to the Public Library?
What’s the weather like in Britain?
Will you be among the 5000 winners?
I haven't driven since my accident.
Our guests came by train yesterday.
Mr Jones asked how I was yesterday.
The teacher agreed to come with us.
I told him that I would go with him.
You will find the answer on page 75.
Go on eating your lunch, I can wait.
Did she tell you what the men found?
He came late because of an accident.
I shall take you to England with me.
The light was turned on in the hall.
You haven’t been to Italy, have you?
I asked the waiter for a cup of tea.
The scissors are lying on the table.
Give him a little tea. He’s thirsty.
He played well yesterday, didn't he?
Was the baby sleeping when I phoned?
There is not much news in the paper.
Yesterday I sewed my son's trousers.
Why don't you come shopping with me?
You are asked to report at 9 o’clock.
Have you seen young Thomson recently?
The little girl is afraid of the dog.
Actors in a play are called the cast.
She told me everything about herself.
Neither of my parents speaks Spanish.
I have been working very hard lately.
All forms should be filled in in ink.
Who is your favourite English writer?
It is the best film that I have seen.
The teacher was angry with the pupil.
It's tiring running round this field.
His wife asked what he wanted to have.
He said that he would go the next day.
How much money do you usually ask for?
I’m sorry for Tom, he’s lost his job.
Nothing that I do seems to please her.
I am not very well. I have a headache.
Last Sunday my uncle came to visit us.
The house he lives in needs repairing.
This street is narrower than that one.
I don’t know what has happened to him.
Do you ever go shopping without money?
I'm not sure where the boys have gone.
Her son's wife is her daughter-in-law.
John is interested in passing his exam.
I wish I could speak several languages.
First you have to apply for a passport.
Poor dog! Its hair was all falling out.
Last year I walked to school every day.
There was an accident here at midnight.
If I were you, I would give up smoking.
Arabic is the native language of Egypt.
Things have changed since I was a girl.
„Who did he talked to?” - „His friend.”
In Hungary milk is bought by the litre.
It rained all day yesterday, didn't it?
It can't be helped if he doesn't come.
They go to the cinema whenever they can.
Peter is not angry, and neither is Mary.
They asked her to take part in the game.
My husband asked if I wanted any coffee.
„Will he come in time?” - „I expect so.”
It’s years since I took any photographs.
„How did he look?” - „As if he was ill.”
He asked me if I would go out with him.
The hotel is near the station, isn’t it?
„I am very unhappy today.” - „Cheer up!”
The doctor cured the man of his illness.
I’ve lived in this street for ten years.
If I were you, I wouldn't drink so much.
We enjoyed ourselves during the holiday.
How can I find him among so many people?
"How far did he travel?" - "1,600 miles."
He has been watching television for hours
It’s two years since I was last in Rome.
We have been married for eight years now.
Would you be surprised at his being late?
We sit at a desk when we write a letter.
I’ll look up the number in the directory.
Has anyone told you how wonderful you are?
How do you call an employee in an office?
Mary was told to learn the poem by heart.
I am looking for a flat. Can you help me?
"You are standing on my foot." - "Sorry!"
"You don't smoke, do you?" - "Yes, I do."
People shouldn't be allowed to park here.
The man who was teaching him got a reward.
Joe wins every time. He always beats Bill.
Please close the windows before you leave.
Remember to wash your hands before dinner.
People shouldn’t be allowed to smoke here.
„Give it to me, please.” - „Here you are.”
A wardrobe is for keeping your clothes in.
Have you made many mistakes in your paper?
„Thank you for your help.” - „Not at all.”
All our suggestions have been turned down.
When I was a child I never fell the cold.
All the children in the bus are Hungarian.
Washington is hot in the summer, isn't it?
I haven't taken any photographs for years.
He is very good at translating Latin texts.
My friend takes a lot of sugar in her tea.
Our windows will be cleaned this afternoon.
The shop that sells books is on the corner.
Tom will start as soon as his visa arrives.
Will you wait for me? I won’t be a minute.
Ask the children not to make so much noise.
A virus is so small that you can’t see it.
What were you doing when the doorbell rang?
Swimming is not a sport that I am good at.
„Is this your book?” - „No, it’s not mine.”
It takes a letter 7 days to get to England.
Can you exchange these dollars for forints?
One must protect oneself against gangsters.
I am expecting a phone call this afternoon.
If you like poultry, you must like chicken.
I'll start learning as soon as I get home.
This room needs cleaning. It is very dirty.
He already has a car but wants another one.
Good evening, Mr Jones, how is your family?
May I congratulate you on winning the prize?
Nothing that you do can make me forgive you.
Football is an interesting and popular game.
Your work is worse than it was a month ago.
You should brush your teeth after breakfast.
The woman who took this photograph liked me.
He has been to London four times since 1974.
I must ask my boss if I can take a day off.
It may rain later, you'd better take a coat.
We have our meal after they have had theirs.
If I went to America, I’d visit Mount Vernon.
My elder brother has a very elegant new suit.
When the phone rang she was writing a letter.
How long have you been staying at this hotel?
I would have stopped if I had seen the sign.
I would have stopped if I had seen the sign.
Michael played a very good game at the party.
We’ve never had much trouble with our TV set.
She told her son not to play in the kitchen.
Peter thinks this is a rather cheap restaurant.
Mary asked if there were any letters for her.
He went out a few minutes before you arrived.
When he had got what he wanted, he went home.
We went to bed at ten but didn’t fall asleep.
„Will you pass me the salt?” - „Here you are.”
Get him to repair the roof. Make him mend it.
Yesterday I went to the cinema to see a film.
We saw two pairs of jeans in the shop window.
Peter isn’t here and John has not come either.
It is silly to give up a good job like yours.
It will be fun to go there and have a picnic.
I really don’t know if Chinese can be learnt.
All the restaurants in the town are expensive.
We can't leave until we have eaten our lunch.
Between you and me, she has had four divorces.
They are twins. One is exactly like the other.
The chair that I was sitting in broke in two.
On May Day everyone is hoping for fine weather.
I don’t know what stamp to put on this letter.
I can’t help you because I have no more money.
He doesn’t like company. He always works alone.
We have a few books, but we’d like a lot more.
We haven’t had such a rainy October for years.
My grandfather is very old. He is 87 years old.
„Shall I leave the door open?” - "Yes, please.”
The knife that the butcher was using was sharp.
„Wars should be stopped.” - „I agree with you.”
I’ve earned my own living since I left school.
She is afraid of making the same mistake again.
He ought to be sent to hospital, he is so ill.
I moved the furniture so as to make more room.
The light is on. Could you turn it off please?
How tall was the tallest man who's ever lived?
The earth travels round the sun at great speed.
„Does your father like her?” - „If only he did.”
My aunt was walking in the park when I met her.
He’s only a boy; how should he know what to do?
I’ve given up smoking. I used to smoke heavily.
Has Peter left? I haven’t seen him for a month.
Jack is a hard worker. He works harder than Joe.
In the bathroom were towels marked “His” and “Hers”.
The child hasn’t got any toys and it is crying.
If my brother should come, give him this letter.
Do stop talking, I am trying to finish a letter.
He hasn’t been very cheerful since the accident.
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
Can you make room for this suitcase in the car?
Henry was sick yesterday and missed his classes.
I don’t think the window has been repaired yet.
He suggested calling a meeting with the workers.
If you take this medicine, it will do you good.
By the time you get home, supper will be ready.
Look, Mother! Jack has brought you some flowers.
The gansters shot the jeweller dead in his shop.
"Have another piece of cake!" - "No, thank you."
Goods are stolen from the supermarket every day.
The girl whose book I borrowed was in my class.
I've been earning my own living for a year now.
Somebody broke into the house and stole my money.
A well-known writer visited our school last week.
While the children were sleeping I did some work.
Will you allow your daughter to go to the party?
Couldn’t you go a little faster? I’m in a hurry.
I don’t know where he is, he hasn’t arrived yet.
When wars are fought there is a lot of violence.
I told him not to worry about what had happened.
Books are stolen from the library much too often.
Keith never understands anything his mother says.
His chances of success are far greater than ours.
The Sun rises in the east, and sets in the west.
I haven’t seen him since the last week in March.
She hasn't written to me since we met last year.
„Two tickets to Oxford, please.” - „Here you are.”
He never fails to write to his mother every week.
Were you given enough cake at the party yesterday?
I can’t help sneezing, I caught a cold yesterday.
He began to make his preparations for the lecture.
He had to go to a doctor when he was in New York.
„John needs a pencil.” - „He can use one of mine.”
It is easy for the rich, they can buy everything.
While she was watching television she fell asleep.
I haven’t got much money at the end of the month.
Skiing is too expensive, I’ll have to give it up.
I asked him what he had been doing all afternoon.
„When are you boarding?” - „In ten minutes’ time.”
She missed the train, which annoyed her very much.
She went on with her work after the interruptions.
My brother still goes to school; he is eight years old.
Could you lend me this book? I'd like to read it.
Fred's out. He's taken the children to the cinema.
You are expected to know the laws of your country.
The porter said he would take the luggage upstairs.
He was talking about having central heating put in.
This could be done much more quickly by a machine.
Peter thinks that this is quite a cheap restaurant.
„Is there any whisky in that bottle?” - „Not much.”
By the time you learn your lessons, I will be home.
„What is that thing?” - „I don’t know what it is.”
American children watch television 36 hours a week.
I have bought some bread for supper. Here you are.
We’d better move the dining table into the kitchen.
He sent me a postcard with a beautiful view on it.
The firm for which he worked sent him to New York.
Ancient documents have been found in this cupboard.
By the time your children grow up you will be old.
If you buy half a dozen eggs, you have six of them.
You’d better take off your coat if you are too hot.
It’s very hot in the room. Shall I open the window?
You’d better take off your coat if you are too hot.
I haven’t worn black stockings since I left school.
He wanted to know what you had done the day before.
They have been fighting ever since they got married.
My wife doesn’t work. She looks after the children.
„Mary needs a plate.” - „She can have one of mine.”
„Can you tell me the time?” - „It is five o’clock.”
You mustn’t strike a match, the room is full of gas.
Where is the post office? Is it very far from here?
„Do you know that John has two wives?” - „Oh, dear!”
You must listen carefully. He speaks rather quietly.
I want to borrow a book from you, you have so many.
The film was so long and boring that I fell asleep.
I can’t say whether Bill or Henry is the taller man.
Paper money has been used for over a thousand years.
This time tomorrow we shall be crossing the Atlantic.
The old church needed to be repaired in many places.
„When is your train leaving?” - „In an hour’s time.”
I have bought some milk for breakfast. Here you are.
All the four girls in our company enjoyed themselves.
Paul had to go to the dentist when he was in London.
He already has a house but wants to buy another one.
He was fined for parking his car in the wrong place.
„What did his car cost?” I wonder what his car cost.
Why don't you turn on the light? It is dark in here.
I didn't move the bomb. I was afraid of touching it.
Peter has eaten his apple. Can he have one of yours?
It’s easy for the young. They are strong and healthy.
He is reported to have been seen in Athens last week.
When I bought my new skirt I tried it on in the shop.
While I was lifting that shopping bag, I hurt my back.
While I was waiting for Peter to call, I fell asleep.
Does anybody in these two classes know John’s address?
When I came back, he asked, "Did you have a good time?"
My eyesight is getting worse; I must get new glasses.
"Do you know him?" - "No, he is a complete stranger."
His father would not permit his marrying our daughter.
I'm afraid you can't swim now. The water is too cold.
When you open the safe, you will see a small black box.
I haven’t been to the theatre since my child was born.
I am going to look after my sister’s children tonight.
It took him three weeks to recover from his operation.
Where have you been all morning? It’s nearly noon now.
Mary has no brothers or sisters; she is an only child.
„Are you going by car?" "No, I prefer going on foot."
The children were woken up by the noise in the street.
I have decided to go and stay with Mom for a few days.
You mustn't smoke here. The notice says: "No smoking".
"I am going to a party tonight." - "Have a good time!"
If you can't find a room in a hotel, I can put you up.
This is a good pair of shoes; they will last for ages.
My hostess asked if I had slept well the night before.
That cinema would be very popular if it had a car park.
„Where is the bus stop?" - "It is two blocks from here."
Don’t let him order you about, he is not your employer.
„How long have you been here?" - „Since I was a child."
About half an hour ago I saw Mr. Lee on the first floor.
The detectives went into the building and waited inside.
Peter left for Australia at the beginning of last month.
When we have seen the cathedral, we'll go to the museum.
"Can you type?" - "Yes, but I haven't typed for years."
If I lived in the country, I would have a lot of animals.
The butcher cut his hand while he was chopping the meat.
We realized when we got there that we needn’t have gone.
You mustn’t get up until your temperature has gone down.
I have been interested in languages since I was a child.
You drive first, and when you are tired, I’ll take over.
„When are you leaving for Spain?" - "In two days’ time."
We’d like permission to stay in Italy for another month.
I am looking for a used car. Could you recommend me one?
Will you take care of the garden while I am in hospital?
In another ten years, man will probably have reached Mars.
"Are you going by bus?" - "No, we're going in Tom's car."
You must tell the children to make their beds every day.
I hope the weather will clear up soon. I want to go out.
We can’t go to see her tonight. We haven’t got much time.
My father said I ought to do my homework before I go out.
I bought two oranges, and neither of them was really good.
„That’s not likely." In other words: „It isn’t possible."
Is there enough room for us in the bus? It looks crowded.
„Have they got a cat in their house?” - „Yes, they have.”
The teacher was angry with the students who were talking.
Ask her to come and see me when she has finished her work.
"Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!" - "The same to you!"
I wish I hadn't tried to repair it. I only made it worse.
I didn't buy anything because I didn't see what I wanted.
"Will you come to our party?" - "If I have time, I will."
If you don't know the word, look it up in the dictionary!
He has eaten a piece of cake but wants to eat another one.
He took the letter to the post office. He’ll be back soon.
„I’ll pay you by cheque.” - „I’d rather you paid me cash.”
Most children are given more toys than they can play with.
From the hilltop we had a beautiful view of the Atlantic.
You mustn't go into the room. The notice says: "NO ENTRY".
At the end of the performance the actor looked very tired.
The men who were helping you were probably Peter’s friends.
Bob never came to see us. Unfortunately, he died last year.
By the end of last year he had read four Shakespeare plays.
I have left my pen at home. Could you lend me one of yours?
He hasn’t smoked for two weeks. He is trying to give it up.
I did not recognize him although he said we had met before.
If we could have put up the tent, we wouldn’t have got wet.
The lift is out of order. This is the third time this week.
Parents would be happy if all their children were talented.
When Shelia tried to lift that heavy box she hurt her back.
I want to talk to him. He may be able to solve the problem.
People live under constant stress, which makes them nervous.
My wedding was in 1976, so I have been married for seven years.
I know that your flat is big, but mine is bigger than yours.
He said that nothing would be done until the following week.
I don’t think you can overtake them. Their car is very fast.
The products of this factory can be sold all over the world.
She talks so much that it is difficult to get away from her.
Don’t ask for another book until you have finished this one.
„Did you forget Mary’s birthday?” - „No, I sent her a gift.”
He took off his clothes and put them on the back of a chair.
You must read that letter, it contains important information.
My menu is in English, but I don't know any of these dishes.
"Has David come?" - "No, if he had come, I would have seen him."
I am a great traveller; I have visited over thirty countries.
„I am 25 years old today.” - „Many happy returns of the day!”
„What is your new secretary like?” - „She is good at typing.”
You should always turn off the light when you leave the room.
„Has Bob ever been abroad?” - „Yes. He was in Italy in June.”
Children are given too many sweets, it’s bad for their teeth.
He, unfortunately, can’t come to the party because he is ill.
He found his glasses while he was looking for something else.
They will be working for ages, as there is still a lot to do.
He played the violin all night, which annoyed the neighbours.
Drama, fiction and poetry are usually described as literature.
"I've got two tickets. Which do you want to take?" - "None."
I heard him singing in the bathroom. He has a terrible voice.
Mr Smith says that conditions in industry have changed very much.
(On the phone) „Can I speak to Mr Robinson please?” - „Speaking.”
He poured water on burning oil, which was a silly thing to do.
I’m afraid I can’t give you any more meat. There is none left.
„How long has she been doing her homework?” - „For half an hour.”
She seemed pleased when she met her cousin for the first time.
This old monument is visited by hundreds of people every year.
„You will be fined for parking your car here.” - „I hope not.”
"Shall I pay the fares?" "Would you? That's very kind of you."
He is just like his father; he never learns from his mistakes.
"Have you seen this old film?" - "I don't remember seeing it."
You mustn't touch the picture. The notice says, "Do not touch."
People travel on crowded buses, which is bad for their health.
In winter one has to turn on the light early in the afternoon.
I am glad to see you. It's such a long time since we last met.
I arrived in Rome a fortnight ago. That was fourteen days ago.
The bus came after I had been waiting for about twenty minutes.
We welcome anyone who feels like making the long drive to see us.
Excuse me, but I think you are sitting on my hat at the moment.
When there is a change in the weather I always have a headache.
Why don’t you let your children go to the garden on a fine day?
I have no idea how I can help you. Tell me what you want me to do.
„Do you like travelling?” I asked Mary if she liked travelling.
„Has David arrived yet?” - „Yes, I saw him come through the door.
You mustn’t drive so fast. There is a 50 mile speed limit here.
She said, „I miss him”. That means she wants to see him very much.
If she had taken the medicine, she would have felt much better.
When I am abroad I like to taste every single dish on the menu.
The Thames, which runs through London, is quite wide at its mouth.
If he doesn't know a word, he can look it up in the dictionary.
Tom hasn't been studying; he won't get through his examinations.
Yesterday she asked the policeman where she could park her car.
"Where is the underground station?" - "It is two blocks from here."
This house is in a very bad state. It ought to be repaired soon.
After it has done 2,000 miles, you can drive your car at 60 mph.
She is very good at spelling and never makes mistakes in dictation.
„When do those shops open?” - „I don’t know when those shops open.”
The postman is told to clear all letter-boxes three times a day.
You are ten years old. It’s time you learnt to clean your shoes.
Tom was an old friend of mine. I was sorry to hear of his death.
„I have won first prize in the competition.” - „Congratulations!”
The policeman said that he had seen the two men go towards the car.
Although the question was easy, few boys were able to answer it.
"Have you ever been to France?" "Yes. I went there last August."
"Has Bob arrived?" - "No, if he had arrived, I would have seen him."
"How long has he been doing that puzzle?" - "For a few minutes."
He wanted to talk to me but I kept on working and refused to listen.
„How late did you study yesterday?” - „I studied until midnight.”
That mountain is so high that she won’t be able to climb to the top.
If you had arrived 10 minutes earlier, you would have got a seat.
„Can I take your best pen?” - I’d rather you took the other one.”
You didn’t hear what your teacher said. What do you say? : „Pardon?”
„Did you forget your husband’s birthday?” - „No, I gave him a book.”
„Have you paid the bill?” - „Yes, I paid it while you were away.”
As Jane was too young to go by herself, her mother went with her.
I don’t think you will have much difficulty in getting a licence.
I met him in Paris three years ago, but I haven’t seen him since.
Do you feel like dining out or would you rather have dinner at home?
While I was working this afternoon, the phone rang several times.
He was running down the platform. That means he was running along it.
Unfortunately, I don't have a flat of my own, I have to rent one.
„Has my mother come?” - „No, if she had come, I would have seen her.”
Your job seems to be awful. If I were you, I would change it soon.
The customer asked the shop-assistant what the price of the tie was.
"Shall I open the window?" - "Would you? That's very kind of you."
She goes out a lot because she is popular and has a good many friends.
If I had known that you were in hospital, I would have visited you.
He was ill for a long time and had to have an operation in the end.
That grocer has plenty of customers because his fruit is always fresh.
„Have you seen Tom lately?” - „No, he left for Paris last Tuesday.”
„Where is the police station?” - „It is three bus stops from here.”
He is a bricklayer and he’s always complaining that his wages are low.
Thank you very much, this is an important piece of information for me.
We should have received the letter yesterday, but it didn’t arrive.
Fruit has been grown in this part of the country for several years.
Children shouldn’t be allowed to watch this film, it’s frightening.
Either Mary or Judy broke the glass, but no one knew which one did it.
„Bring your dictionaries here to the class tomorrow!” said the teacher.
It’s seven o’clock, but my watch says half past six. My watch is slow.
„Can I take your best umbrella?” - „I’d rather you took the other one.”
You are supposed to pay your fare before you get on the underground.
Nowadays employees can’t be ordered about, not even by their bosses.
How long have you been standing in front of my house waiting for me?
We ought to have received the letter yesterday, but it didn’t arrive.
„What did that woman do?” - „Didn’t you notice? She stole a handbag.”
You write a letter to your cousin. How do you finish it? - Lots of love.
"You are not English, are you? Where do you come from?" - "I'm Italian."
You’ll see a lot of interesting things when you go to London next year.
Let’s go to the theatre first and to go to the restaurant afterwards.
„Why doesn’t Peter drink milk?” - „He mustn’t. He is allergic to milk.”
You are always buying cigarettes. How many do you smoke a day usually?
„How long have they been fighting over that toy?” - „For the last hour.”
This flat would be all right if the people above us weren’t so noisy.
„Do you want any more magazines?” - „No, thank you. I’ve got enough.”
„Shall I help you with that big bag?” - „No, thank you, it’s not heavy.”
My husband leaves home at 7 o'clock so that he can be in his office at 8.
"She can't speak Spanish." - "And she can't speak Portuguese either."
He was the only person to survive the crash. Everyone else was killed.
Our teacher was right, Budapest has more than two million inhabitants.
I like John very much and am looking forward to meeting him next week.
I could have walked more quickly if my suitcase hadn’t been so heavy.
Why did you have to make so much noise when you were having your bath?
Mrs Smith wanted to know where I had spent my holidays the year before.
"Have you ever eaten salmon?" - "Yes, I ate some at Tom's party last week."
"Shall I call him for you?" - "Thank you. That will be a great help to me."
„Do you think he will send you a card?” - "If he goes on holiday, he will.”
„Is your sister at home?” - "No, she isn’t. She has gone to the theatre.”
They started building that house two years ago and haven’t finished it yet.
Vörösmarty Mihály was a great Hungarian poet. Vörösmarty was his surname.
„Can Fred play golf?” - „Yes, but he hasn’t played since he broke his leg.”
Most foreigners only want to see Budapest; they don’t go to the country.
"Did you remember your wife's birthday?" "Yes, I bought her a present."
This castle was burnt down in the eighteenth century, so it is in ruins now.
It has been very cold this year. I wonder when it is going to get warmer.
You are drinking your third cup of tea. How many cups do you drink a day?
You are always drinking coffee. How many cups do you drink a day usually?
Greg studied at Harvard for a year. He met many interesting people there.
„Did you remember to lock the gate?” - No, I didn’t. I’ll go back and do it.”
If you are good at figures, you are probably good at dealing with numbers.
Seeing your friend’s luxury car, you say: „It must have cost a lot to buy.”
She accepted the money after all, but didn’t seem to be very happy with it.
„Will you buy a new car?” - „It all depends. If I have enough money, I will.”
When a person is walking down the street, it means he is walking along it.
I know all about her new job because I saw her for a few minutes yesterday.
„Has Ann dropped in?” - „No, if she had dropped in, I would have seen her.”
He wanted to take me to the cinema, but I had to go on studying for my exam.
I have been in this school for two years, which means I am halfway through.
I always have a headache the next morning if I sleep with the windows shut. - Do you?
Her son spent a year in America. He got on well with American children then.
You don’t know what you are expected to do. What do you say? „What shall I do?”
The student whose book I still have can come to collect it after the lesson.
If only we had a phone! I’m tired of queuing outside the public phone box.
„I’m afraid I can’t come tomorrow.” - That means he is sorry that he can’t come.
My daughter is 14 years old. It’s high time she helped me with the housework.
„Can you drive a car?” - „Yes, but I haven’t driven since I came to England.”
You can always look up her address in the directory if you have forgotten it.
You should have saved some money. Then you wouldn’t have any difficulties today.
"When did Peter last visit you?" - "He hasn't visited me since he came home."
My car broke down on the way home. This means: It stopped and I couldn’t start it.
„Did you remember to lock the car?” - „No, I didn’t. I’ll go back and do it now.”
I spent two weeks in London last year. I visited the British Museum every day.
I noticed this morning that some houses are being built at the end of the street.
"Shall I call for you?" - "No, I'll get a taxi and I meet you at the station."
Helen, will you give me a ring tomorrow? This means: I'm asking Helen to phone me.
John put on his hat and went to the door. „Where are you going?” his sister asked.
„I want to meet Peter before the show begins.” - „We will get there early enough.”
You visit a friend in hospital. What do you say when you leave? - „Get well soon!”
"Have you seen the Tower of London?" - "No, when I was in London I never had time."
"Have you ever eaten turkey?" - Yes. I had some when I lived in the United States."
I don’t have time to go to the cinema and anyway, I have already seen that film.
You see a person crossing a street and a car is coming. What do you say? - Look out!
„What is the latest news of the war?” - „So far today there have been no injuries.”
They started constructing that motorway three years ago and haven’t finished it yet.
„I’ve written to Paul.” - „You needn’t have written. He is coming here tomorrow.”
I shouldn’t pay any attention to him. This means I shouldn’t take any notice of him.
Mary Green, whose mother you met in my house yesterday, is having singing lessons.
„Do you think Peter will get good marks next year?” - „If he studies hard, he will.”
I am afraid my wife is seriously ill. She is very thin and has been losing weight.
„Would you like a piece of cake?” - If you want to accept it, you say: „Yes, please.”
„When did you last speak English?” - „I haven’t spoken English since I was at school.”
„Have your children ever been to the theatre?” - „Yes, I took them twice last winter.”
Fred and Joe made friends the first time they met. This means: They became friends.
„Where did she spend her holidays?” - I asked her where she had spent her holidays.
In Hungary most professionals want to work in Budapest instead of going to the country.
Finding thick snow on the road in the morning we say: „It must have snowed last night.”
He has invited dozens of friends to his party, so there will be lots of people present.
Our first trip was a most interesting one but our second one was even more interesting.
"Can you play golf?" - "Yes, but I haven't played since I started studying English."
„Why don’t we change some money?” - „We needn’t change any. We have some small change.”
My grandmother lived in the same house all her life. She never changed the furniture.
"When did your mother last wash this jacket?" - "She hasn't washed it since I bought it."
„How long ago is it since you slept in a tent?” - „I haven’t done that for a few years.”
"Did you catch your train?" - No. Just as I was running down the platform the train left."
„Why didn’t you call me last night?” - „If I had known your number I would have called you.”
„Did you meet your teacher?” - „Oh, no. Just as I was turning the corner, she got on a bus.”
The manager of a factory faces many problems. This means: He has a lot of problems to solve.
You want to introduce your friend, Tom, to your wife, Mary. What do you say? Mary, meet Tom.
"Why didn't Mary fly to Paris?" - "If she had had enough money, she would have flown there."
He said that the driver must have had an accident; otherwise he would have arrived by now.
„Do you think he is English?” - „No, he can’t be an Englishman. He has a foreign accent.”
We don’t expect him to arrive today, but if he should come, you can take the car and meet him.
"Why didn't you come to see me last night?" - "If I had known your address, I would have gone."
Tom has asked for an extension of his visa because he wants to stay in England for another year.
"Would you mind opening the window?" she said."Not at all," he said and went on to open the window.
"Did you catch your connection?" - No. While I was still sitting on the train the plane left."
Guest: „Thank you for the evening. We enjoyed the party very much.” - Host: „It was my pleasure.”
„Have you booked your hotel room?” - „I wrote to the hotel last week but they haven’t answered yet.”
You have lost your way and want to stop a stranger to ask the way. What do you say? - „Excuse me.”
"I've never seen a London policeman." - "You must have seen one. You've been in London a week already.
I’m sorry, he isn’t in the office. He left for home five minutes ago. You can call him there in an hour.
„Have you heard from your family lately?” - „I wrote to them last week but they haven’t answered yet.”
"When did you last go to the cinema?" - "I haven't been to the cinema since the school-year started."
"Will all passengers please check in not later than 10.20." This means you must be at the airport in time.
„Shall I look after your children while you are away?” - „No, thank you, they are big enough to be left alone.”
„I suppose John was 30 years old when he married Judith.” - „Yes, he must have been thirty when he married her.”
„Have you seen his latest film?” - „I’ve been trying to get a ticket since last week but I still haven’t got one.”
Mrs Bond used to take a taxi whenever she went shopping. She didn’t need to go by bus, because she had a lot of money.
„Did Peter find him in the office?” - „No, while Peter was waiting for him a message came that he wouldn’t be coming in.”