**USE OF ENGLISH**
**A. Fill in the blanks with the correct forms of the verbs:**
1. If Cindy had more originality, the company ____________________(send) her to Los Angeles to assist with the new marketing campaign.
2. John might succeed in the exam if he __________________(study) with more dedication.
3. They ______________________(call) us if they had gotten lost.
4. If you stay for a moment, I __________________(join) you.
5. If they had tried the new batteries, their device ___________________(function) properly.
6. If the temperature __________________(not/be) so low, we would have visited the park.
7. If the kids were asleep, I ____________________(manage) to take a shower.
8. She will concentrate better if she ____________(go) to a quieter place.
9. If you came earlier, it _________________(be) less stressful.
10. I ___________________(not/meet) Amanda if I hadn’t attended the gathering.
**B. Complete the sentences with your own words:**
1. She was very anxious because ____________________________________ before speaking in public.
2. I will reply to your email as soon as ___________________________________.
3. You won’t improve your fitness if ____________________________________________.
4. You will likely hurt yourself unless ________________________________________.
5. When I complete this novel about marketing _________________________________.
6. In summer, more lemonade ________________________________than in winter.
**C. Write the correct forms of the words in brackets:**
1. There is a new _______________ of paintings at the art museum. (**EXHIBIT**)
2. Keep in mind that it makes a poor ______________ to arrive late. (**IMPRESS**)
3. You require a lot of ______________ to craft a compelling story. (**IMAGINE**)
4. Animals in captivity don’t live in their ______________ habitats. (**NATURE**)
5. He has been a long-____________ athlete for many seasons. (**DISTANT**)
6. The ______________ of our forests is a critical issue. (**DESTROY**)
7. I had no ______________ finding the correct address. (**DIFFICULT**)
8. Some packaged foods have minimal ______________ benefits. (**NUTRITION**)
9. Many of us reside in areas with excessive ______________ levels. (**POLLUTE**)
10. This bag contains all of my photographic ______________. (**EQUIP**)
**D. Read the following article. Put the verbs in brackets into the correct passive forms:**
Every year, prestigious awards ______________(give) to honor exceptional achievements in acting, directing, and other aspects of the film industry. These awards, famously known as Oscars, ______________(present) at a grand ceremony in Hollywood. Individuals ______________(nominate) in various categories, such as Best Film, Best Actor, Best Music, and Best Costume Design. One winner ______________(select) in each category to receive the honor.
When the event began in 1929, only 15 awards ______________(present), and the ceremony ______________(attend) by merely 250 people. Tickets cost $10, and anyone could buy one. Nowadays, around 24 Oscars ______________(award) each year. Tickets ______________ no longer ______________(sell) to the general public; instead, invitations ______________(issue) exclusively to those involved in filmmaking and their guests. Currently, the ceremony ______________(host) at the 3400-seat Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
Until 1941, winners’ names ______________(know) in advance and ______________(publish) in newspapers beforehand. Now, winners’ names ______________(seal) in envelopes, and the envelopes ______________(not/open) until the night of the event. Since 1953, the Oscars ______________(televise) and ______________(broadcast) globally. This show ______________(watch) by millions of fans worldwide, eager to see their favorite stars arriving, dressed elegantly and brimming with anticipation.
**ANSWER KEY**
**A. Fill in the blanks with the correct forms of the verbs:**
1. would send
2. studied
3. would have called
4. will come
5. would have worked
6. weren’t
7. would be able to
8. goes
9. would be
10. wouldn’t have met
**B. Complete the sentences with your own words:**
1. she had never performed on stage.
2. I’ve finished my other tasks.
3. you follow a consistent workout routine.
4. you pay more attention while driving.
5. I will start reading another one.
6. is consumed
**C. Write the correct forms of the words in brackets:**
1. exhibition
2. impression
3. imagination
4. natural
5. distance
6. destruction
7. difficulty
8. nutritional
9. pollution
10. equipment
**D. Read the following article. Put the verbs in brackets into the correct passive forms:**
1. are given
2. are presented
3. are nominated
4. is chosen
5. were presented
6. was attended
7. are presented
8. are not sold
9. are sent
10. is held
11. were known
12. were published
13. are placed
14. are not opened
15. have been televised
16. are broadcast
17. is seen
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