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1. Glad to meet you.
a) Haven't we met before?
Hello! b) How are you?
c) What shall we meet?
d) This is my sister, Ann!
2. I'm pleased to meet you.
a) When did you meet him?
b) Will you do me a favour?
c) This is my sister Jane.
d) Let's meet at 5.
How are you? / ...
3. Welcome to Belarus and feel at home.
How do you do?
a) Meet Professor Green, our guest from the USA.
b) Have you met this woman before?
c) I always find it hard to make new acquaintances.
d) How do you do?

4. Things look pretty good.

a) Haven't we met before?
b) How do you do?
c) What's up?
d) What does she like?
5. Very much the same.
a) Where do you work now?
b) Hope you will enjoy yourself!
c) Happy holidays!
d) How is your sister getting on?

6. Pretty good, thank you.

a) What does he do for a living?
b) It`s good they managed to complete the task.
c) How’s school?
d) Was she beautifully dressed?
7. Not too good, I'm afraid.
a) How do you do it?
b) How are things at school?

(c)kate.n.eng c) Did he fail the exam?

d) Will he be OK by the weekend?
 8. So long!

Bye! a) How long does it take you to get to the pool?

b) Good-bye, see you soon!
c) John is already half an hour late!
d) The river runs across three countries.

9. Take care.
a) Well, I must be off now.
b) Would you care for some tea?
So long! c) Who cares?
d) Will you give me a hand with a bike?
Have a great day/ Good luck/
10. OK, I don't want to keep you.
Take care/ All the best
a) Don't worry. It won't keep you busy.
b) Shall I stay and help you?
c) Don't give it up, keep trying.
d) Right, I must be off. I'm late for an appointment.

11. The same to you.

The same to you! a) Have a good weekend.
b) Make yourself at home.
c) Bless you.
d) Help yourself to the fruit.

12. Thanks, the same to you.

a) Thank you very much indeed.
b) Shall I see part of the way?
c) Will 5 o'clock suit you?
d) I wish you all the best!

13. The same to you.

a) I will have coffee without milk.
b) Thank you for inviting me to your party.
c) Give my regards to your family.
d) Have a great day off you all!

14. The pleasure is all mine.

a) It's a real pleasure to see her dance.
Thank you! b) Thank you for the lovely weekend.
c) How's life?
d) Are you pleased with the service?

15. Don't mention it.

a) Don't touch that.
b) It was so nice of you to give us a ride!
My pleasure!
c) Do some shopping.
Don`t mention it. d) Can you give me a hand?
No bother/ It`s
nothing
You are welcome. (c)kate.n.eng
 16. Thank you all the same.
a) Have a good holiday.
b) Hope you'll soon be better.
c) Your mother is the same lovely lady I used to know.
d) Sorry, I couldn't be of much help.

17. My pleasure.
a) Thank you ever so much for your help.
b) We had the pleasure of Rob's company last week.
c) Are you pleased with your new job?
d) You can do whatever you please.

18. It's my pleasure.

a) It is so nice of you to invite me here.
b) It's a pleasure to swim on a hot day.
c) It's a pleasant day, isn't it?
d) I prefer simple pleasures of life.

19. That's really nothing.

a) I am really at a loss.
b) Is there anything in the coffee pot?
c) Your shoes must be very expensive.
d) You've done me a great favour.

20. Very much obliged to you.

a) Are you offended?
b) I hope you will excuse me.
c) Here's Mr Blog's telephone number.
d) Could you do me a favour?

21. That's very kind of you.

a) Guess what! I've passed all my exams.
b) Why don't you go for a holiday?
c) Could you try on this dress, please?
d) I've bought this dress for you.

22. It's my pleasure.

a) I forgot to bring my lunch.
b) Sorry, I can't join you.
c) Will join us on Saturday?
d) Thank you very much for all your help.

23. You are welcome.

a) I am very much obliged to you.
b) I love you garden.
c) Let's hope we meet again.

(c)kate.n.eng d) Nice to meet you.

 24. That's all right.
a) Thanks a lot, officer.
Sorry! b) What is the purpose of your visit?
c) Did you have a pleasant trip?
d) Sorry for being late, officer.

25. Forget it.

a) Remember to switch off the oven.
b) I don't remember the name of our primary school teacher.
c) I regret what I said yesterday.
d) I couldn't forget Linda's birthday party.
That`s ok
Never mind 26. That's OK.
Forget it a) My project has been accepted.
It can`t be helped b) Why didn't you remind me?
It serves you right/ c) Buses are so slow here, aren't they?
Shame on you d) Sorry, I've kept you waiting.

27. That's quite all right.

a) I'm sorry we're so late.
b) Do you want to come with us?
c) I don't feel like going to the party.
d) I'm going to have some lunch, aren't you?

28. Never mind.

a) Can you tell me the way to the post-office?
b) I'm sorry I've spilt milk over the table cloth.
c) Why are you late again?
d) How are you today?

29. That's all right. There's no harm done.

a) Would you like a coffee?
b) How are things at school?
c) Please accept my apologies.
d) Are you sure it's the right word?

30. Never mind. It can't be helped.

a) Thank you so much for all your help.
b) I'm working really hard for my exam at the moment.
c) Are you interested in science?
d) I'm really sorry that I lost your dictionary.

31. Don't worry. I was going to have them cleaned anyway.

a) Sorry, I've spilt some wine on your trousers.
b) Shall I have to clean the carpets?
c) Will you clear the papers off the table?
d) Your brakes are damaged.

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 32. Not at all. Here you are.
Do you mind a) Will you take the job?
b) Would you like to take a look?
Ving? c) Would you mind if I take your dictionary for a moment?
d) Would you mind taking Susie home.

33. No, not in the least. I've got several.

a) Do you mind if I take this map?
b) Have you got any maps?
Of course not c) You have got a few maps.
Not at all d) Sorry, I've borrowed your maps.
Not in the least!
34. No, go ahead.
I`d rather you didn`t a) Could I borrow your pen?
b) Do you mind if I open the window?
c) Can I help you?
d) What else?
Do you mind
if I? 35. No, go ahead.
a) Are you going away this year?
b) Can I help you with the cooking?
c) Do you mind if I open the window?
d) Do you think I should call him?

Of course not 36. Not in the least.

Not at all a) Thank a lot for driving me home.
Not in the least! b) What about going out tonight?
I`d rather you didn`t c) Do you mind if I speak frankly?
d) How do you like my new coat?

37. No, go ahead.

Go ahead a) Can I sell the car?
Feel free b) Are you going away this year?
Here you are c) Do you mind if I open the window?
d) Do you think I should call him?

38. Here you are.

Could you pass? a) Thanks for everything.
b) Can you give me a lift?
c) Could you pass me the newspaper?
d) Have a cup of coffee.

39. Here you are.

a) Can you pass me that bag by your feet?
Here you are b) Let Johnny have a go on the computer now.
Here it is c) Shut the window, will you?
Help yourself d) Would you like to ride a motorbike?

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 40. Yes, but I can't do them until later this afternoon.
Can I? a) Will you mind my bags while I buy my ticket?
b) Could you type a few letters for me?
Could you? c) Can you give me a hand with this?
d) You shouldn't work such long hours.

41. Actually, I was going to use it myself.

a) Do you mind if I smoke?
b) Is it okay if I sit here?
c) Do you mind if I open the window?
Yes/Sure + Go ahead d) Can I borrow your car, Dad?
Willingly!
With pleasure! 42. Sure, go ahead.
By all means a) Make us some tea, will you?
Feel free b) Could I ask you a question?
c) Would you like to join us later?
Any time
d) Do you mind if I sit here?
Suit yourself e) Will you close the door, please?
I don’t mind
43. Yes, go ahead.
I’m afraid not
a) Where are you going?
By no means/ No way b) Is it OK if I use your phone?
I’d rather you didn’t c) Do you think that Bill will win the competition?
d) Will she go straight home now?

44. I'm afraid not.

a) Are you worried about something?
b) You look perfectly worn out. Is anything wrong with you?
c) Can't you stay a bit longer?
d) Are you afraid of darkness?

45. Sure, go ahead.

a) Do you have a driving license?
b) Would you mind going for a concert?
c) Can I watch TV for a while?
d) Are you sure they are going to visit us?

46. No way!
a) That's the right way, isn't it?
b) Can I borrow your car?
c) What's the right way to say it in English?
d) What is the way out?

47. No problem. Feel free

a) Could I just say a few words before we start?
b) It's a serious problem, isn't it?
c) It has taken much time to solve this problem.
d) I think you are facing a problem.

(c)kate.n.eng
 Would you like? 48. Sounds like fun, but let me think about it.
Do you feel like? a) Why not do homework together?
Why not V? b) Do you fancy Belarusian rock?
Shall we? c) Our university student union is arranging a two-day trip. Care
you go?
d) You are forever sitting alone at home. Why?

49. With great pleasure! I've always wanted to go there.

a) We are going to Hrodno. Care you join us?
b) I visited Nesvizh yesterday. What a charming place!
I’d love to
c) Would you like to look at this new picture-look of Minsk?
I’m all for it
d) Thank you for giving us a lift to the station!
Willingly
By all means 50. I`m OK, thanks.
With pleasure a) Would you like tea or coffee?
I don’t mind b) How do you do?
c) Would you mind waiting outside?
Rather
d) How’s your project?
I’m OK, thanks
51. No, sorry, I have other arrangements.
a) Thank you very much for all your help.
b) Sorry, I cannot join you. I work tonight.
c) Will you join us on Saturday?
d) I forgot to bring my lunch.

52. Nothing could please me more.

a) Can we do anything else for you?
b) You are hard to please, aren't you?
c) Would you, please, move out of the way?
d) Would you like to stay with us over the weekend?

53. I'm all for it.

a) Why are you smiling?
b) Why not ask them for dinner?
c) We used to go out for a walk after dinner, but we are too lazy now.
d) What's your new boss like?

54. That's very nice of you!

a) I have to go now.
b) I am taking the driving test soon.
c) Would you like me to carry your shopping?
d) Could you pass me the salt?

55. That would be great.

a) Do you fancy seeing a musical?
b) Did you enjoy seeing a musical?
c) What kind of musical would you like to see?
d) Why didn't you go to the musical last night?

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 55. I don't feel like it.
a) How do you feel today?
b) What about eating out tonight?
c) How do you like my new coat?
d) Shall I close the window?

56. Yes, by all means.

a) I think he's mistaken.
b) The party wasn't great fun.
c) Is there a train?
d) Are you going to join us?

57. Most willingly!

a) Did you mind being away from home so long?
b) I hope you don't mind by bringing the dog with me.
c) Should I take him out?
d) Would you like to go shopping?

58. With pleasure.

a) Why don't you come on a picnic with us one day?
b) Did you enjoy your stay in England?
c) Are you taking the trip on business or for pleasure?
d) It's been a pleasure to meet you.

59. I couldn't agree more.

Agree a) A few people are satisfied with their income.
b) Intellectual labor should be valued more.
c) Money can buy everything.
d) Money is the most important thing in life.

60. Yes, I'm afraid so.

a) I expect it will clear up later.
Sure b) It looks like rain, doesn't it?
I can’t agree more c) What a charming city Blackpool is!
d) He is a very intelligent man, isn't he?
So it seems
Same here 61. Nothing of the kind.
I think/hope so a) Thank you so much, Lucy.
b) What do you think of this car?
c) What kind of person is he?
Disagree d) I hear Gerry's lost his job.

62. Nothing of the kind.

a) Would you like to join us?
b) What do you think of our plan?
c) He is the kind of person nobody wants in their company.
d) Rainy weather in the best!
I’d rather you didn`t
Nothing of the kind
(c)kate.n.eng
 62. I couldn't agree more.
a) She should take part in the concert.
b) It's difficult to choose the best song.
c) They couldn't come to an agreement.
d) Could she really have won?

63. I'd rather you didn't.

a) I'm so bored, you know.
b) I really don't know what to do.
c) You know I have a late supper as a rule.
d) I'm still in two minds, you know.

64. I'd rather you didn't.

a) I'd prefer it if you didn't smoke in front of children.
b) I think I'd better ask her.
c) Why didn't you take a bus into town?
d) Why didn't you do it?

65. Is he?
a) He shares the apartment.
Is it? b) He's already had two motorbike accidents.
c) He's old enough to get dressed by himself.
d) He isn't enjoying his life there.

66. Does he?

a) He won't be able to do it right now.
b) He prefers coffee to tea.
c) I believe that he doesn't change the train here.
d) He's been out of job for three months.
67. Would you?
a) I'd been waiting long before they arrived.
b) I'd wait a bit longer if I were you.
c) I wouldn't worry about her so much.
d) I wish you'd tell me straight what you want.

68. Haven't they?

a) They have little money on them.
b) The Smiths haven't arrived yet.
c) These cars have power brakes.
d) They have dinner at six as a rule.

69. Isn't it?

a) It's his turn.
b) It's a nice party.
c) The meeting is over.
d) It's not his fault.

70. Aren't you?

a) I think I am a bit lazy.
b) I am not going to interfere.
(c)kate.n.eng c) I am afraid I can't help.
d) I am in two minds.
 71. Me too.
a) It's really beyond my understanding.
Me too b) I prefer eating out at weekends.
c) I couldn't but agree with you.
d) It's absolutely impossible.

72. So have we.

a) They've bought a new house.
I like it too/ Me too b) They have no money on them.
So do I/ So does he c) They have never been to France.
d) They have to change almost everything there.

73. Nor do I.
Me neither a) I prefer mineral water.
b) They went home.
c) I don't like beer.
d) She can't swim.
e) I have made a wish.

74. Nor can I.

a) He likes neither tea nor coffee.
I don`t like it either b) We won't be able to do it right now.
Me neither c) He can't give up smoking.
Neither do I d) They can change the train here, can't they?
Nor do I
75. Neither do I.
Neither does he
a) I like caviar.
b) I'm not keen on football.
c) I can't afford to buy a car.
d) I don't remember her address.

76. Neither, thank you.

a) Do you take sugar in your tea?
Either/ Neither b) Would you like juice or water with your meal?
c) What about a cup of black tea with sugar?
d) Who wants a cup of coffee?

77. Either is fine with me. I don't mind which.

a) Are you taking the job or not?
b) Shall we go to a Chinese or an Italian restaurant?
c) My computer isn't working. Can I use yours?
d) I'm sorry, but I can't pay what I owe.

78. None.
a) Shall I book a single or a double room?
b) Are there many unknown words in the text?
c) Would you care for a drink?
d) Could you help me write this?
(c)kate.n.eng
 79. None at all.
Not at all/
a) Can you give me a lift?
Nothing at all/ b) Have you got any ideas?
None at all c) May I have your telephone number?
d) Do you mind staying a little longer?
80. Not at all.
a) Could anyone come at nine?
b) I hope I'm not disturbing you.
c) Have a safe landing.
d) Forgive my ignorance, please.

81. Nothing at all.

a) Do you think they'll win?
b) It looked as if it was going to rain.
c) What has happened?
d) Do you prefer apples or pears?

82. He is Mr Brown and he is famous for his book.

a) What is he?
b) What does he like?
She is ... c) Who is he?
d) Where is he from?

83. He is a paramedic.
a) Where does he come from?
b) Who is he?
c) What is he like?
d) What is he?
What is she?
Who is she? 83. Could be better.
How is she? a) What is she like?
b) Do you know her well enough?
c) How is your mother keeping?
d) What is Sarah?

84. My friend is crazy about rock music.

a) What is your friend?
b) What does your friend look like?
like? c) What does your friend like?
d) Who is your friend?

85. My aunt is overweight and plum woman.

a) What does your aunt like?
b) What does your aunt look like?
c) What is your aunt?
d) Who is your aunt?
What does she like? 86. My mum is generous and kind.
What does she look like? a) What does your mum like?
What is she like? b) What is your mum?
c) What is your mum like?
d) What does your mum look like? (c)kate.n.eng