TOUCHSTONE CHECKPOINT UNITS 4 – 6

TOUCHSTONE CHECKPOINT

UNITS 4 – 6

1.      What are you supposed to do?

What do these signs mean? Write one or two sentences for each sign using supposed to or not supposed to. Where might you see these signs?

A. This one means you’re not supposed to use your cell phone. You’re supposed to turn it off.

B. Yeah. You’re   supposed to turn cell phones off in hospitals, l think. And on planes.

1.  It can be shown in public places like theatrical plays, movie theatres and on an airplane. It means turn off or mute your cellphones.

2. This one means that there is no food or drinks allowed. It can be seen   in grocery stores or maybe libraries.

3.  This shows that the person must wear helmets. It can be shows at constructing   buildings or different kinds of factories.

4.  It shows that no photos must be taken. It can be spotted at museums, art galleries and at other private places.

5.  This one means you’re not supposed to walk on grass. It can be seen at gardens, parks.

2.      You can say that again?

A. can you complete the second sentence so that it repeats the main idea of first sentence?  Add just to make the meaning stronger or softer. Compare with a partner.

1.      I really enjoy going to parties. I just love going to parties.

2.      I sometimes get a bit nervous when l meet new people. I don’t like meeting new people makes me nervous.

3.      I don’t go out every night because it’s too expensive. It costs me must me much money to go out every night.

4.      I’m never on time when l have to meet friends. I always get lake when. I’m meeting my friends.

3.      Crime doesn't pay

A .how many ways can you complete the sentences below? Make true sentences.

People who are convicted of stealing usually get arrested. I think thieves should be arrested.

People who are convicted of robbery usually get arrested. I think robbers should be arrested.

4.      A. weird week

      A. read the story and answer the questions below. Use the past perfect in your answers

Last week, Eric had some bad luck and some good luck. Monday was bad day. First, he saw a crow on his car when he left for work. After work, he went shopping with his girlfriend. She spent all her to buy them both dinner. In the restaurant, Eric yelled at her for spending so much money, and she got very angry. On Tuesday, Eric bought her a gift to apologize-some sneakers-but she was still mad, and on Wednesday, she broke up with him. On Thursday, Eric had a strange dream about a snake winding itself tightly around his leg. He didn't sleep well and overslept on Friday morning. He got dressed in a hurry and accidentally put his sweater on inside out. Later, while he was waiting in line at the bank, a women behind him said, “excuse me .your sweater is inside out.” He turned around and realized she was his old college friend, Sarah. He hadn't seen her since their graduation six years ago. What a nice surprise? Eric remembered his dream and suddenly thought, “this is the women I ‘m going to marry”.

1.      Why did Eric have to pay for his girlfriend’s dinner?

1.      Because she spent all her money on an expensive sweater.

    2. Why did Eric want to apologize?

              2. What Eric did was rude and wrong.

3. Why did he oversleep on Friday morning?

             3. He had a strange dream, so he didn't sleep well.

4. Why was his sweater inside out?

           4. He was in a hurry because he overslept.

5. Why was it a surprise to see Sarah?

            5. He didn't see Sarah for six years since graduation.

6. Why did Eric have that last thought?

    6. He remembered his dream last night.

5.      Get this?

Fill in the blanks with the correct forms of the get expressions in the box. Then practice.

Get around to                                 get over                             get through

Get it                                              get the feeling                    get used to

Ann:  My sister and her boyfriend just broke up. She’s so upset.

Bill: I don’t get it .they were the perfect couple.

Ann: I get the feeling that she was expecting it. She’ll get around to it soon.

Bill: did they ever get engaged? Or didn't they get through.

Ann: they did, but she’ll soon get used to being single again.

Bill: it’s a tough time, but she’ll get over it.

6. Things in common?

Complete the sentences and compare with a partner. Say if you are the same or different. If you are the same, use so or neither.

I believe in…….          I don’t believe in………..                 I was going to…………….

Once I tried……          I’m not a fan of……….                     I’m not supposed to……………

I believe in god.

Once I tried to jump 10 feet over water.

I don’t believe in ghosts.

I’m not a fan of soap operas.

I was going to pick up my Laundry.

I’m not supposed to break any rules at.