Verb Tense Exercise Simple Present / Present Continuous

Verb Tense Exercise

Simple Present / Present Continuous

Using the words in parentheses, complete the text below with the appropriate tenses, then click the "Check" button to check your answers.

1. Every Monday, Sally (drive) her kids to football practice.

2. Usually, I (work) as a secretary at ABT, but this summer I (study) French at a language school in Paris. That is why I am in Paris.

3. Shhhhh! Be quiet! John (sleep) .

4. Don't forget to take your umbrella. It (rain) .

5. I hate living in Seattle because it (rain, always) .

6. I'm sorry I can't hear what you (say) because everybody (talk) so loudly.

7. Justin (write, currently) a book about his adventures in Tibet. I hope he can find a good publisher when he is finished.

8. Jim: Do you want to come over for dinner tonight?
Denise: Oh, I'm sorry, I can't. I (go) to a movie tonight with some friends.

9. The business cards (be, normally ) printed by a company in New York. Their prices (be) inexpensive, yet the quality of their work is quite good.

10. This delicious chocolate (be) made by a small chocolatier in Zurich, Switzerland.

Verb Tense Exercise "WILL/BE GOING TO"

Verb Tense Exercise

Will / Be Going To

Using the words in parentheses, complete the text below with the appropriate tenses, then click the "Check" button to check your answers.

1. A: Why are you holding a piece of paper?
B: I (write) a letter to my friends back home in Texas.

2. A: I'm about to fall asleep. I need to wake up!
B: I (get) you a cup of coffee. That will wake you up.

3. A: I can't hear the television!
B: I (turn) it up so you can hear it.

4. We are so excited about our trip next month to France. We (visit) Paris, Nice and Grenoble.

5. Sarah (come) to the party. Oliver (be) there as well.

6. Ted: It is so hot in here!
Sarah: I (turn) the air-conditioning on.

7. I think he (be) the next President of the United States.

8. After I graduate, I (attend) medical school and become a doctor. I have wanted to be a doctor all my life.

9. A: Excuse me, I need to talk to someone about our hotel room. I am afraid it is simply too small for four people.
B: That man at the service counter (help) you.

10. As soon as the weather clears up, we (walk) down to the beach and go swimming.

Conversation HANDLING COMPLAIN

Handling a complaint

Cashier:	How was your meal today?
Customer:	Well, the food was good as it always is. We were a bit disappointed in the service tonight, though.
Cashier:	Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. Would you like to fill out a comment card? Or I could get a manager for you.
Customer:	That's okay. We know it's your peak time. We usually try to come a little earlier before the rush.
Cashier:	Well, I'd like to make it up to you. I'm going to give you a discount today. I'll take your drinks and dessert off the bill.
Customer:	Oh, that would be nice. Thank you.
Cashier:	No, thank you. Your satisfaction is important to us. Here's a coupon for your next visit. Please come again.
Customer:	Thank you. We will.

Conversation: Sample Customer Service Encounters: Speaking Practice

Sample Customer Service Encounters: Speaking Practice

Find an English friend to practise with. Take turns being cashier and customer.

Making a sale (upselling)

Cashier:	I see you've chosen some nice blouses from our fall line. Are you aware of our promotion today?
Customer:	No, actually, I'm not.
Cashier:	All men's and lady's fall tops are on buy one get one free.
Customer:	Oh, that's great.
Cashier:	Would you like to look around some more? There are some great men's dress shirts at the back of the store.
Customer:	No thank you. I can't shop for my husband. He never likes what I pick out for him.
Cashier:	(laughs) So, just these two blouses today then?
Customer:	Yes, that's all for today.

CONVERSATION AT THE COSTUMER SERVICE

Customer Service: Language

Here are some expressions to practise and use on the job. Refer to cashier vocabulary for any words you don't know.

• Did you find everything you were looking for today?
• Has it warmed up/cooled down/dried up out there yet? 
• Are you interested in taking part in our promotion?
• I apologize for the wait.
• I'm new at this job. Thank you for your patience.
• I'm going to have to call to get a price check.
• Do you need a hand out with your bags?
• Have a wonderful day.
• Thanks for shopping at...
• Please come again.
• See you again soon.

EXAMPLE OFAPPLICATION LETTER BASED ON THE ADS


Human Resources Department

Jl. Rajawali Selatan Raya no. 1

Jakarta 10720

Dear Sir,

I’m writing to apply for the General Manager position advertised in the Kompas Newspaper. 

As requested, I am enclosing a completed job application, my certification, my resume and three

references.

The opportunity presented in this listing is very  interesting, and I believe that my

experience and education will make me competitive candidate for this position. With a Bachelor

degree in Management, I have understanding welding Industry.

Please see my resume for additional information on my experience, I can be reached anytime via cell phone 085741051947

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward for speaking with you about this

employment opportunity. 

Sincerely

 

Muslim Kamil

CONVERSATION: HOTEL RESERVATION

CONVERSATION: HOTEL RESERVATION
Receptionist : Hello, Marriott Hotel, how may I help you?
Nancy : Hi. I'd like to make a reservation.
Receptionist : Just a moment. OK, for what date?
Nancy : July 25th.
Receptionist : How many nights will you be staying?
Nancy : 2 nights. What's the room rate?
Receptionist : 75 dollars a night plus tax. Would you like me to reserve a room for you?
Nancy : Yes please.
Receptionist : Your name?
Nancy : Nancy Anderson.
Receptionist : Miss Anderson, how will you be paying?
Nancy : Visa.
Receptionist : Card number please.
Nancy : 4198 2289 3388 228.
Receptionist : Expiration date? Nancy : 1/9/2012

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Latihan Cloze Test (application letter)

May 28, 2010 THE HUMAN RESOURCES & ADMINISTRATION HEAD
I nara Lightings, Ltd. Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates

Dear Sir or Madam:

I am writing to explore the possibility of employment as Document Controller in your reputable firm. I am a Computer Science ........ of the University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.
I bring with me several years of ........ as information systems analyst of leading companies that include Nissan Motor Philippines, Inc.
 My strong computer skills, knowledge of modern word processing software, and project management tools are but some of the things that make me an asset to your company.
Attached is my resume for your perusal. Should you ....... any further information, I can be reached at 632-555-1234 (during regular business hours), or at 632-555-6789 (during regular business hours).

Sincerely,

(signed) RINI ROSYIDAH
1. a. Graduation  b. Graduate c. Graduating d. Graduated
2. a. Exploration b. Experience c. Expenses d. Exchange
3. a. Need b. Want c. Look for d. require

Tips for English Cloze Test

TIPS FOR ENGLISH CLOZE TESTS

1. Read the text through trying to understanding the general meaning.
2. Look at each missing word gap and try to imagine the correct should be.
3. Decide which part of speech (adjective, noun, gerund, etc.) needs to be used to fill each gap.
4. Read the text again, trying to fill gap as you come to it by imagining what the correct answer should be.
5. Read the text another time, this time choose the correct answer from the four (sometimes three) answers given.
6. If you are unsure of any given answer, try reading the sentence with each of the four possibilities.
7. Try to eliminate two of the obvious false answers (usually two relatively false answers are given) When stuck between two answers, go with the one that sounds right.

Tips: Do not stop to answer questions on your first reading. Always think about the overall meaning of the text (i.e., whether the text is negative, positive, etc.) to make sure that your answer choice fits the context. Trust your intuition. If you feel a word is right instinctively, it probably is correct.