English Grammar Understanding the Basics

Test yourself 38.1

1. The servant accompanied His Lordship.

2. Jean participated in the Tour de France.

3. Such families have often preferred to travel in style.

4. They could do nothing except run.

5. Mr. Tower quietly explained all this to his son.

Test yourself 38.2

1. The Hotel Regina is an attractive place.

2. It became the best-known symbol of Paris.

3. The local merchants were on his side.

4. Charles looked thoughtful.

5. Christine seemed insecure.

Test yourself 38.3

1. The editor looked for new ideas for the magazine.

2. You can rely on the experts at that company.

3. Maggie usually goes berry picking in the summer.

4. Roger is happy with his new computer.

5. The workers went on strike for a couple of weeks.