English Conversation

88 Practice Makes Perfect English Conversation

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EXERCISE

Match the words or expressions in the first column with those in the second column that

have a similar meaning. Note: There may be more than one match for each expression.

1. cry on someone’s shoulder a. be someone’s employee


2. take it out on someone b. be suitable for someone


3. be the matter c. be weary of


4. matter d. be wrong


5. be out to get someone e. blame an innocent person


6. be on someone’s case f. criticize someone


7. be sick and tired of g. give unconditional support to someone


8. count on someone h. intend to hurt someone


9. be working for someone i. want to end a relationship with someone


10. be there for someone j. no longer tolerate


11. cheer someone up k. be important


12. want one’s space l. not want to do anymore

m. depend on someone

n. not want to hear anymore

o. scold someone

p. tell someone your problems

q. make someone feel better

r. know someone will be there for you

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EXERCISE

Circle the most appropriate response to each question or remark.

1. I can’t handle this anymore.
   a. Don’t lift a finger. c. You can cry on my shoulder.
   b. Get off my case. d. I’m sick and tired.


2. She criticizes everything I do.
   a. Why is she there for you? c. Why does she cheer you up?
   b. Why is she on your case? d. Why does she cry on your shoulder?