call 70 Flashcards
(38 cards)
Would you say that a king’s life was better than that of the average man?
Yes, I’d say that a king’s life was better than that of the average man. Generally, a king’s life was better than an average man’s because of his wealth, power, and luxury. ~ No, I wouldn’t say that a king’s life was better than that of the average man. A king’s life was not necessarily better than an average man’s because of constant danger, heavy responsibilities, and lack of personal freedom.
Do you think it may rain later?
Yes, I think it may rain later because the sky looks cloudy and dark. ~ No, I don’t think it will rain later as the weather forecast predicted sunshine.
What do you think I might have in my pocket?
I think you might have some coins, a handkerchief, or your keys in your pocket. ~ I don’t think you have anything special in your pocket right now.
What might happen if you didn’t look both ways before crossing the road?
An accident might happen if I didn’t look both ways before crossing the road. I could get hit by a car or bicycle. ~ Nothing bad might happen if the road was empty, but it’s always better to be safe.
What might you see if you went to London?
I might see Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, and many other famous landmarks if I went to London. ~ I might not see anything special if I stayed in my hotel the whole time.
Do you think there might be another world war?
Yes, I think there might be another world war because of current political tensions. ~ No, I don’t think there’ll be another world war as countries understand the consequences better now.
What time do you arrive at school?
I arrive at school at 8:30 in the morning. ~ I don’t have a fixed time to arrive at school.
If you arrived at a foreign airport without your passport, what might happen?
If I arrived at a foreign airport without my passport, I might not be allowed to enter the country and could be sent back. ~ I might be detained for questioning if I arrived without proper documents.
What is a café?
A café is a small, informal restaurant where you can get light meals, snacks and drinks like coffee and tea. ~ It’s not the same as a restaurant which serves full meals.
Do you owe me any money?
Yes, I owe you some money from when you lent me £20 last week. ~ No, I don’t owe you any money as I’ve paid back everything.
Do I owe you any money?
Yes, you owe me some money for the lunch I bought you yesterday. ~ No, you don’t owe me any money as we’ve settled all our debts.
What does it mean “to give back”?
“To give back” means to return something that was borrowed or taken. For example, when you lend a book to a friend, you expect them to give it back. ~ It doesn’t mean to keep something permanently.
When you go on holiday, what do you bring back with you?
When I go on holiday, I bring back souvenirs with me like local crafts or postcards. ~ Sometimes I don’t bring back anything special, just memories and photos.
Are you going to go back home immediately after the lesson’s ended?
Yes, I’m going to go back home immediately after the lesson’s ended because I have things to do. ~ No, I’m not going to go back home immediately; I might go for a coffee first.
When people lend you money, do you always pay it back when promised?
Yes, when people lend me money, I always pay it back when promised because it’s important to keep your word. ~ No, sometimes I have difficulties paying back on time if unexpected expenses come up.
Do you know anybody who has retired but then later gone back to work?
Yes, I know somebody who retired but then went back to work part-time because they missed the routine. ~ No, I don’t know anybody who has returned to work after retiring.
What is your normal breakfast?
My normal breakfast is cereal with milk and a cup of coffee. ~ Sometimes I don’t eat breakfast at all if I’m in a hurry.
Do people normally feel proud when they do well in exams?
Yes, people normally feel proud when they do well in exams because it shows their hard work paid off. ~ Some people might not show their pride even when they do well.
Do you take pride in your work (studies)?
Yes, I take pride in my work (studies) because I always try to do my best. ~ No, I don’t always take pride in my work as sometimes I just want to finish quickly.
If you were very rich, would you have servants in your house?
Yes, if I were very rich, I’d have servants in my house to help with cleaning and cooking. ~ No, if I were very rich, I wouldn’t have servants as I value my privacy.
Does a lorry have fewer wheels than a car?
No, a lorry doesn’t have fewer wheels than a car; it has more wheels - usually 6 or more compared to a car’s 4. ~ Actually, some large trucks have even more wheels than standard lorries.
About how long is an arrow?
An arrow is about a metre long, though hunting arrows might be slightly shorter. ~ Some traditional arrows can be longer than a metre.
How many centimetres make a metre?
A hundred centimetres make a metre, which is the standard metric measurement. ~ There are exactly 100cm in 1m with no variation.
Do you know anybody who has a long beard?
Yes, I know somebody who has a long beard - my uncle hasn’t shaved for years. ~ No, I don’t know anybody with a long beard as most men I know are clean-shaven.
