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The fox was unsuccessful in reaching the grapes.(VAIN) The crops were badly affected by the storm. (EFFECT) The project received unanimous approval of the committee.(FAVOR) The personnel officer promised him that she wouldnt tell anyone that he had been in the prison. (WORD) Nobody could possibly believe the story he told us. (BEYOND) I had lost his phone number, so I could not contact him before. (TOUCH) I enjoy being the boss of a small company. (FISH) The success of our local theater has made our city famous. (MAP) She is not upset; she is only pretending. (ACT) The bank robbers escaped in a stolen car. (GETAWAY) As people use a lot of wood-pulp, many trees are cut down. - The more Because of the absence of the atmosphere on the moon, the sky there is black, just as in space. - Because These young men became doctors after six years training. - After these young men People believe that the Chinese invented paper in 105 A.D. - Paper A man I dont know told me about that. - I was That was a silly thing to say! - What Weve run out of petrol. - There It takes six hours to drive from here to London. - It is He was sorry he hadnt said goodbye to her at the airport. - He regretted They failed to find out a solution to the problem. - They didnt succeed Most stores will accept a credit card instead of cash. (ALTERNATIVE) You can avoid tooth decay by brushing your teeth regularly. (PREVENT) Some of Peters expressions make me think of my brother. (REMIND) When do you think this bridge was built? (OLD) That old typewriter is not worth repairing. (POINTLESS) They share a lot of hobbies and interests. (COMMON) This train should have left 30 minutes ago. (MEANT) The president arranged for me to use his chauffeur-driven car whenever I liked. (DISPOSAL) The painting is worth $25,000. (VALUED) This passport can be used in most countries. (VALID)

31. My bank manager and I get on together very well. (TERMS) 32. That hotel is a bit too expensive for us, I am afraid. (REACH) 33. Absolute secrecy was crucial to the success of the mission. - Without 34. Immediately after his arrival home a water-heater exploded. - Hardly 35. Rita doesnt realize how serious her husbands operation is going to be. - Little 36. A waiter spilled soup over Lydias new dress last night. - Lydia 37. It was the goalkeeper that saved the match for us. - Had 38. Tim insisted on being told the complete story. - Nothing 39. Janes husband will be returning from South America quite soon. - It wont 40. The permit expires at the end of this month. - The permit is not

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