3 Correct the sentences according to the text.
(See page 80)
1. Simon was playing football with his friends in the playground last week.
2. The sun was shining and the sky was cloudless.
3. While I was running with the ball Simon fell on me.
4. The players were very angry and shouted at Simon.
5. Suddenly the rain stopped and a few moments later there was terrible thunder.
6. Simon wanted to go home, but his arm hurt from the fall.
7. I wanted to call my father for help on my mobile.
8. My friend Simon was standing under a big oak tree to get out of the rain.
Her dress is prettier than mine.
Cheetahs are the fastest animals we can find.
Eating fruit and vegetables is healthier than eating hot dogs.
I like milk better than coffee.
China has more people than any other country in the world.
The blue whale is the heaviest animal in the world.
Which is bigger, Portugal or Spain?
Travelling by plane is more comfortable than travelling by car.
He is the untidiest person in class.
Buying things from plastic is badder than buying things from recycled paper.
It’s a pity you live so far away. I wish you lived closer.
Your work isn’t very good. I am sure you can do better.
The hotel was surprisingly cheap. I expected it to be more expensive.
You are talking very loudly. Can you speak a bit quietly?
The weather is too cold here. I’d like to live somewhere warmer.
2) Mary has got many good friends.
3) I go to the English club on Mondays.
4) I do not like autumn.