16 Complete the sentences with the words from ex. 12, ex 13. 1. There are several ... why we can't do that. 2. You can see royal ... in the Tower of London. They are made of gold, silver and stones and look so beautiful. 3. This photo always ... me of the happy days I spent in Greece. 4. Who is the main ... in "Cinderella"? 5. I am not interested in ... but my father is. 6. Who ... this bit of land? 7. Windsor Castle [,winzə 'ka:sl] is the summer ... of the Queen. 8. My aunt often goes to concerts of ... music. 9. In Britain the Queen ... but does not rule. 10. The old lady's fingers ... the girl's hair. 11. When we lost the game last Friday, we all felt that it was a terrible 12. The ... home of the British Prime Minister is 10 Downing Street.
- The word "why" suggests that we need to provide an explanation or justification for why we can't do something. "Reasons" is a noun that refers to the explanations or justifications for a particular action or decision.
- For example: There are several reasons why we can't do that, such as lack of time, lack of resources, and safety concerns.
2. crowns
- The phrase "royal" and the description of the objects being made of gold, silver, and stones suggests that these are the crowns worn by kings and queens.
- "Royal crowns" are a symbol of monarchy and are often displayed in historical places like the Tower of London.
- For example: You can see royal crowns in the Tower of London. They are made of gold, silver, and stones and look so beautiful.
3. reminds
- The word "photo" and the phrase "remember the happy days" suggest that the photo brings back memories or triggers a sense of nostalgia.
- "Reminds" is a verb that means to bring back memories or cause someone to remember something.
- For example: This photo always reminds me of the happy days I spent in Greece.
4. character
- The phrase "main" suggests that we need to identify the central or primary figure in the story or performance.
- In the context of "Cinderella," the main character would be Cinderella herself.
- For example: Who is the main character in "Cinderella"?
5. sports
- The phrase "not interested" and the mention of the speaker's father being interested suggests that the missing word refers to a topic or activity that can generate interest.
- "Sports" is a noun that encompasses various physical activities or games that can be followed or participated in.
- For example: I am not interested in sports but my father is.
6. owns
- The phrase "this bit of land" suggests that someone has possession or control over a specific area.
- "Owns" is a verb that means to have legal possession or control over something.
- For example: Who owns this bit of land?
7. residence
- The phrase "summer" and the fact that it refers to Windsor Castle suggest that we are looking for a specific term to describe where the Queen stays during the summer.
- "Residence" is a noun that refers to the place where someone lives or stays.
- For example: Windsor Castle is the summer residence of the Queen.
8. classical
- The phrase "concerts" and the mention of the aunt's preference suggest that we are looking for a genre or style of music.
- "Classical" is an adjective that refers to music that follows traditional forms and structures.
- For example: My aunt often goes to concerts of classical music.
9. reigns
- The phrase "the Queen" and the mention of ruling suggest that we are looking for a verb that describes the Queen's role and authority.
- "Reigns" is a verb that means to hold the position of a monarch or ruler.
- For example: In Britain, the Queen reigns but does not rule.
10. caress
- The phrase "the old lady's fingers" and the mention of touching the girl's hair suggest a gentle and affectionate action.
- "Caress" is a verb that means to touch or stroke someone or something gently as a sign of affection.
- For example: The old lady's fingers caress the girl's hair.
11. disappointment
- The phrase "lost the game last Friday" and the mention of a terrible feeling suggest that we are looking for a word that describes the emotional response to failure.
- "Disappointment" is a noun that refers to a feeling of sadness or dissatisfaction due to the failure of expectations.
- For example: When we lost the game last Friday, we all felt that it was a terrible disappointment.
12. official
- The phrase "the British Prime Minister" and the mention of a specific location suggest that we are looking for a term that describes the designated residence or workplace for the Prime Minister.
- "Official" is an adjective that means connected with an organization, government, or public authority.
- For example: The official home of the British Prime Minister is 10 Downing Street.