(1). I didn’t really connect with that book. , I found it quite boring.

(2). You should visit the museum. , why don’t we go together next week?

(3). I had a wonderful time in Thailand. The weather was great, and so was the food. Oh, hang on a minute, I’ve just got a text message. , I was telling you about my holiday, wasn’t I?

(4). I like watching films, reading and playing computer games. , I’m not very active.

(5). Sorry for the interruption – that was my daughter on the phone. So , the traffic was worse than usual yesterday.

(1).  returns to a previous topic     

(2).  paraphrases                             and

(3).  gets someone’s attention        and  

(1). In the next twenty years, air travel quicker – probably – get – will than it is now.

(2). By the end of this century, the world population increase – to – likely – is even further.

 (3). I’m not a fan of eBooks and I’m sure they will not – replace – definitely – books – at least, I hope not!

(4). Most people are working – to – unlikely – stop and let robots do everything for them!

(1). I’m not sure that Hans is capable of doing the work

(2). I completely zoned out during the talk

(3). I found my mind wandering back

(4). I’ve had enough of this job

(5). I was desperate to escape from the party

a. so I think it may well be time for a new challenge.

b. because the speaker was so interesting.

c. as the topic was so dull.

d. to the standard you require.

e. because my ex-partner was there.

f. to my schooldays and my childhood friends.

(1). I bought my sister a book for her birthday and got her some flowers   .

(2). , I can see how talented the best sports stars are, but on the other, I think some of them get paid too much.

(3). The internet has changed the way people communicate, now that you can use it on a smartphone.

(4). Can you call a taxi to arrive for 7.30? The concert starts at 8 p.m. , I’ll start getting ready.

(5). Accountants need to be good with numbers but , they should be honest.

(1). We didn’t reach the airport in time to catch our flight thus – since – due to the traffic was so heavy.

(2). Danielle’s not planning to continue her education beyond this level – for instance – owing to – in other words, she doesn’t intend to go to university. 

(3). There were several complaints about the manager’s attitude towards his staff. Things such as – owing to – for instance his unfair treatment of team members came up.

(4). The event has had to be postponed i.e. – to put it another way – owing to the illness of two of the band members.

(5). I can’t say it was the most enjoyable party I’ve ever been to. Owing to – To put it another way – Due to, I probably would have had more fun if I’d stayed at home!

Nowadays, watching films and TV programmes online is becoming more and more popular, especially – as well with the rise of on-demand streaming services like Netflix. On the one hand – Meanwhile, the prices are usually very reasonable and what is more – especially,  you can choose from a very wide selection. On the one hand – In addition it’s a really convenient service for the lifestyles most of us have today. What is more – Meanwhile, traditional live television and the cinema seem to be becoming less popular, especially with young people.

(1). Jamie regrets not to work – not working harder at school.

(2). I made myself talking –  talk to her even though I can’t stand her.

(3). Please stop to complain –  complaining about everything. You’re making me miserable!

(4). Suzana helped me sticking –  stick at my training programme.

(5). Don’t let me eat –  eating a dessert. I’m trying to lose weight.

(6). Try avoiding –  to avoid travelling at rush hour if possible – the traffic will be awful.

(7). Our teacher reminded us to concentrate –  concentrating on learning any new vocabulary.

(8). I’ll never forget hearing –  to hear Josie say her first word.

(9). Harry always forgets checking –  to check his tires before a long journey.  

(1). I asked my boss if there was any early today, but he said no.

(2). The staff meeting was the perfect  our concerns about the new working hours.

(3). Unfortunately, there’s just no  if he’s telling the truth.

(4). What’s the  the 18–30 age group their opinion when this issue doesn’t apply to them?