| A similar type of task, which also requires an answer of only a few words, is the 'sentence completion task'. The sentences paraphrase words and ideas from the text. |
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11. Complete the sentences. Choose NO MORE TH THREE WORDS AND/OR A NUMBER from the passage for each answer.
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1. The name Antilia comes from a
2. There are many facilities to accommodate a large number of
3. Opinions on the of the house vary
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Grammar Focus: Present Simple/present Continuous
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12. A 'mindmap' is a type of diagram with lines and circles for organising information so that it is easier to remember. Put these words and phrases with the appropriate tense in the mindmap.
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temporary
repeated actions
general facts
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opinions
an action which is not complete
happening at the time of speaking
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Present continuous:
Present simple:
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13. Using the rules in the mindmap, correct these sentences . (leave blank if correct)
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1. Mukesh Ambani is living in Mumbai.
2. Mrs Ambani is believing that her home has an Indian heart.
3. The family live on the top floor because they want as much exposure to sunlight as possible.
4. When the children are at home, they are cleaning their own rooms.
5. Mrs Ambani entertains her guests in the ballroom at the moment.
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14. Complete the sentences using the word in brackets and the correct form of the present continuous or the present simple.
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1. Currently, my mum (work) in the study.
2. I (rent) in the city centre for now.
3. I (think) that buying a new house now would be a very good idea.
4. What is that going to be? They (build) a new accommodation block for students.
5. Every day his mum (clean) the house.
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