- If the computer were repaired, the data files would be finished on time.
- Mary would slap his face if he tried to kiss her.
- If they arrived by noon, we would be able to have lunch together.
- If only you were a better student.
- Bill would become an artist if he had some money to live on.
- There would finally be peace if the diplomats signed the treaty.
Exercise 1.16Sample phrases are provided.
- she would have said hello
- you would lend me the money
- were here
- you showed me the way there
- you had been nicer to him
- you had more time
- John weren’t so lazy
- Maria had been in town
- you would have been able to buy the car
- they won the lottery
Exercise 1.17
- We went to bed early because it was such a tiring day.
- Can you tell me where John is working?
- Monday is the first day of classes, and I still have to buy some books.
- Juan is my only brother, but I haven’t seen him in a year.
- The weather is terrible today; however, the parade went on as planned.
- She started crying when I told her I love her.
- I don’t understand how you can live in the city.
- The soldiers let out a cheer, for the war had finally ended.
- Tom will help you if you pay him a few dollars.
- We didn’t know where she was hiding.
- Let me know when you will be home.
- It’s been a long time since I last saw you.
- Do your very best, but be careful.
- She suddenly understood where Father got the money.
- It’s difficult to understand why we should help you.
- I cannot read your writing, therefore I have to give you a failing grade.
- Does anyone have an idea when the train will arrive?
- Because you are so stubborn, I won’t argue with you any longer.
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