Ex 1. complete the sentences by using the past conditional of verbs in brackets
1. he didn't know anything about the party, or he (come). 2. the doctor told me nothing about the new treatment, or i (try) it. 3. why didn't you consult your tutor? he (advise) you what to do. 4. we couldn't get in touch with each other, or we (avoid) a lot of trouble. 5. there were no computers in those times, or my father (learn) them. 6. he was pressed for time last week or he (visit) his in-laws. 7. helen didn't buy the dress though it was just what she wanted. in her place i (buy) it. 8. michael finally made up with his son or he (change) his will. 9. why didn't you ask me? i (can) (give a lift) you to the fitness centre. 10. it really was hitting news or everybody (take) it easy. 11. — you've got into a mess again! — really, you (can) (be) more careful! 12. olga's mother did all the housework, or she (learn) how to cook. 13. she had an alibi or the police (arrest) her. 14. the new perfume was too sweet or i (buy) it. 15. the serial was too long otherwise i (watch) it to the end. 16. if it weren't for electricity, we all still (watch) television by candlelight.
There are both advantages and disadvantages in being a doctor. First of all, profession of a doctor is the one where you do not have weekends and holidays, where you have to work at nights and change your plans because of an emergency call. Another disadvantage is that sometimes you have to deal with fatal illnesses which can be very stressful.
However, advantages of this profession surpass its disadvantages. Everyone treats doctors with great respect. There are no limits for improvement in this profession and where there is a will, there is a way. And the last, but not the least is joy and gratitude of a recovered patient.
The role of medicine has greatly increased, especially now when people are trying to look after their health. They undergo medical examinations on a regular basis and do not neglect any indisposition.
With the development of modern technologies new methods of treatment become available. And all that means that profession of a doctor will remain in high demand for many years to come.
1. Who visited you yesterday? -My son's friends. We were very excited to have them. They stayed (stayed) with us until the evening. 2. Where were you yesterday? “I went to Ki no.” Did you like the movie? - Yes, this is an interesting film. I really liked him. - When did you come to mine? - I came home late and immediately went to bed. 3. We read the new text on the lesson the day before yesterday. Then the teacher asked us questions, and we answered them. 4. What time did you have lunch today? - I gave both in three. 5. Do you like to play chess? - Yes, but I rarely (not often) play chess now. I often played chess last year. 6. I usually spend the end of the week with my family. We decided to go out of town last Sunday. We went there in the morning. The weather was good and we returned to the city late in the evening. 7. My little son loves asking many questions and I always answer them. 8. Where were you yesterday? I came to you, but you were not at home. 9. Where are your children? - They are skating in the park.