Read the article and choose the correct answer My favourite place By Fiona Baker What’s your favourite place in the whole world? Whenever people are asked that question, they often start describing somewhere exotic that they’ve visited on holiday, or maybe somewhere they’re living now. And if you give them the same question to answer the following week, they might very well give you a different answer altogether! But I know exactly what my answer would be, and it would always be the same: my grandparents’ garden. It’s not a particularly big garden, or full of amazing plants. But when the flowers do come out in spring, there’s a fabulous splash of colour, especially from some huge red ones called peonies, and the place is alive with all kinds of insects and birds. My dad and I often sit there together then, not needing to talk, but just appreciating the peace. Even my pet dog, Wolfie, manages to sit quietly with us in the sunshine – after he’s finished running around everywhere and barking to announce our arrival, that is! But another reason why the garden is special is because it reminds me of when my older brother and I were children. At the bottom of the garden, for example, part of the garden is hidden by the thick branches of the fruit trees, which drop all their fruit there. We loved the idea that it was a secret space that no-one else knew about. We made up all sorts of fantastic games there, too. Then grandma would come and find us, to take us inside for afternoon tea, with delicious cakes she’d made herself – and we’d eat absolutely everything! Since then, my mum has often tried to recreate the same tea for us, with exactly the same type of cakes as grandma’s, which she’s made herself. And they’re really good, but they’re never the same as grandma’s used to be when we were small – and I’ve no idea why. Of course, grandma is a fantastic cook – but then so is my mum. But maybe we still need the magical atmosphere of the garden all those years ago to give the food its great taste. 1. Fiona says when people are asked about their favourite place, they may

Read the article and choose the correct answer My favourite place By Fiona Baker What’s your favourite place in the whole world? Whenever people are asked that question, they often start describing somewhere exotic that they’ve visited on holiday, or maybe somewhere they’re living now. And if you give them the same question to answer the following week, they might very well give you a different answer altogether! But I know exactly what my answer would be, and it would always be the same: my grandparents’ garden. It’s not a particularly big garden, or full of amazing plants. But when the flowers do come out in spring, there’s a fabulous splash of colour, especially from some huge red ones called peonies, and the place is alive with all kinds of insects and birds. My dad and I often sit there together then, not needing to talk, but just appreciating the peace. Even my pet dog, Wolfie, manages to sit quietly with us in the sunshine – after he’s finished running around everywhere and barking to announce our arrival, that is! But another reason why the garden is special is because it reminds me of when my older brother and I were children. At the bottom of the garden, for example, part of the garden is hidden by the thick branches of the fruit trees, which drop all their fruit there. We loved the idea that it was a secret space that no-one else knew about. We made up all sorts of fantastic games there, too. Then grandma would come and find us, to take us inside for afternoon tea, with delicious cakes she’d made herself – and we’d eat absolutely everything! Since then, my mum has often tried to recreate the same tea for us, with exactly the same type of cakes as grandma’s, which she’s made herself. And they’re really good, but they’re never the same as grandma’s used to be when we were small – and I’ve no idea why. Of course, grandma is a fantastic cook – but then so is my mum. But maybe we still need the magical atmosphere of the garden all those years ago to give the food its great taste. 2. Fiona says her grandparents’ garden

Read the article and choose the correct answer My favourite place By Fiona Baker What’s your favourite place in the whole world? Whenever people are asked that question, they often start describing somewhere exotic that they’ve visited on holiday, or maybe somewhere they’re living now. And if you give them the same question to answer the following week, they might very well give you a different answer altogether! But I know exactly what my answer would be, and it would always be the same: my grandparents’ garden. It’s not a particularly big garden, or full of amazing plants. But when the flowers do come out in spring, there’s a fabulous splash of colour, especially from some huge red ones called peonies, and the place is alive with all kinds of insects and birds. My dad and I often sit there together then, not needing to talk, but just appreciating the peace. Even my pet dog, Wolfie, manages to sit quietly with us in the sunshine – after he’s finished running around everywhere and barking to announce our arrival, that is! But another reason why the garden is special is because it reminds me of when my older brother and I were children. At the bottom of the garden, for example, part of the garden is hidden by the thick branches of the fruit trees, which drop all their fruit there. We loved the idea that it was a secret space that no-one else knew about. We made up all sorts of fantastic games there, too. Then grandma would come and find us, to take us inside for afternoon tea, with delicious cakes she’d made herself – and we’d eat absolutely everything! Since then, my mum has often tried to recreate the same tea for us, with exactly the same type of cakes as grandma’s, which she’s made herself. And they’re really good, but they’re never the same as grandma’s used to be when we were small – and I’ve no idea why. Of course, grandma is a fantastic cook – but then so is my mum. But maybe we still need the magical atmosphere of the garden all those years ago to give the food its great taste. 3. What does Fiona say about spending time in the garden?

Read the article and choose the correct answer My favourite place By Fiona Baker What’s your favourite place in the whole world? Whenever people are asked that question, they often start describing somewhere exotic that they’ve visited on holiday, or maybe somewhere they’re living now. And if you give them the same question to answer the following week, they might very well give you a different answer altogether! But I know exactly what my answer would be, and it would always be the same: my grandparents’ garden. It’s not a particularly big garden, or full of amazing plants. But when the flowers do come out in spring, there’s a fabulous splash of colour, especially from some huge red ones called peonies, and the place is alive with all kinds of insects and birds. My dad and I often sit there together then, not needing to talk, but just appreciating the peace. Even my pet dog, Wolfie, manages to sit quietly with us in the sunshine – after he’s finished running around everywhere and barking to announce our arrival, that is! But another reason why the garden is special is because it reminds me of when my older brother and I were children. At the bottom of the garden, for example, part of the garden is hidden by the thick branches of the fruit trees, which drop all their fruit there. We loved the idea that it was a secret space that no-one else knew about. We made up all sorts of fantastic games there, too. Then grandma would come and find us, to take us inside for afternoon tea, with delicious cakes she’d made herself – and we’d eat absolutely everything! Since then, my mum has often tried to recreate the same tea for us, with exactly the same type of cakes as grandma’s, which she’s made herself. And they’re really good, but they’re never the same as grandma’s used to be when we were small – and I’ve no idea why. Of course, grandma is a fantastic cook – but then so is my mum. But maybe we still need the magical atmosphere of the garden all those years ago to give the food its great taste. 4. When Fiona used to go to the garden with her brother, they

Read the article and choose the correct answer My favourite place By Fiona Baker What’s your favourite place in the whole world? Whenever people are asked that question, they often start describing somewhere exotic that they’ve visited on holiday, or maybe somewhere they’re living now. And if you give them the same question to answer the following week, they might very well give you a different answer altogether! But I know exactly what my answer would be, and it would always be the same: my grandparents’ garden. It’s not a particularly big garden, or full of amazing plants. But when the flowers do come out in spring, there’s a fabulous splash of colour, especially from some huge red ones called peonies, and the place is alive with all kinds of insects and birds. My dad and I often sit there together then, not needing to talk, but just appreciating the peace. Even my pet dog, Wolfie, manages to sit quietly with us in the sunshine – after he’s finished running around everywhere and barking to announce our arrival, that is! But another reason why the garden is special is because it reminds me of when my older brother and I were children. At the bottom of the garden, for example, part of the garden is hidden by the thick branches of the fruit trees, which drop all their fruit there. We loved the idea that it was a secret space that no-one else knew about. We made up all sorts of fantastic games there, too. Then grandma would come and find us, to take us inside for afternoon tea, with delicious cakes she’d made herself – and we’d eat absolutely everything! Since then, my mum has often tried to recreate the same tea for us, with exactly the same type of cakes as grandma’s, which she’s made herself. And they’re really good, but they’re never the same as grandma’s used to be when we were small – and I’ve no idea why. Of course, grandma is a fantastic cook – but then so is my mum. But maybe we still need the magical atmosphere of the garden all those years ago to give the food its great taste. 5. Fiona thinks that her mother’s cakes

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That picture is just a collection of strange shapes. How _______________!

I prefer paintings that show real things like people or places. I’m really quite _______________.

This book has a _____________ message about mankind and its relationship with the environment.

Our new school is decorated in a rather___________ way – you know, it’s modern.

His ability to play any piece of music having heard it just once is truly ___________ .

Perhaps your brother is in his bedroom.

That girl isn’t your sister. You haven’t got any brothers or sisters.

I’m sure that’s our teacher’s bag. She was holding it earlier.

You haven’t had anything to drink since breakfast. I’m sure you’re thirsty.

Don’t touch the dish. It’s not long out of the oven. It’s possible it’s still hot.

Something that a person really wants to do even if it is difficult

Showing no fear in dangerous or difficult situations

A feeling that makes you act in a particular way

A feeling of enthusiasm or a new idea that helps you create something

Enthusiasm or energy

We _______________ tidying up the kitchen sooner if you had helped us.

You would have passed the test if you_______________ more.

If I ________________________ you were ill, I would have helped you

You woke up late and you missed the school bus.

My cousin didn’t remember his mum’s birthday and his mum wasn’t pleased.

My aunt had her house ____________ last week.They stole her computer and TV.

I saw someone break the shop window and take the laptop. In other words I was a __________ .

The man was _____________ with stealing the car but he told the police he hadn’t done it.

A _________ got into the computer system at school and started sending out strange messages.

After listening to all the facts in the trial, the_________ decided that the man was not guilty.

I can’t find my mobile phone. Has someone stolen it? No, of course not! I saw you using it at breakfast. You ____________ have left it on the kitchen table.

How did the burglars get into the house? They ________ have opened a window, but I don't know if it was opened or closed

My brother's terrible at art. He _______ that painting, it's too good

I saw the teacher writing excellent next to your name. You _______________ the exam

My sister’s been at home all day with me. You _____________her on the beach.