Mastering English Vocabulary and Present Perfect Tense

Essential English Vocabulary and Grammar Practice

Shopping and Financial Terminology

Review common phrases and concepts related to shopping, discounts, and personal finance:

• The dress is a bargain because it was $24 before and now it costs $12.
• The dress is cheaper now because it's in the sales.
• Matt can't afford to buy designer brands because they're too expensive.
• There was a discount of more than 50% on Matt's trainers.
• Olivia doesn't buy designer brands because they're a waste of money.

Affordability and Value Sentences

• I really like this bag, but I can't afford it. Could you lend me $5?
• I'm trying to save up for a laptop. The brand I want is expensive, so I'll need to borrow some money.
• That smartphone isn't worth $300. Don't buy it; it's a waste of money.

Vocabulary Review

1. Have you been to the sales yet? There are a lot of bargains.
2. This shop offers a 10% discount for students.
3. What's your favorite brand of shampoo?
4. I can't afford a new phone. I haven't got enough money.
5. That bike isn't worth $300. I've seen it in another shop for $150.

Present Perfect Tense: Usage and Correction

Common Present Perfect Errors

Identify and correct mistakes in verb conjugation and subject-verb agreement:

1. I have bought a new camera in the sale.
2. She hasn't eaten today.
3. Paul has lost his new trainers. (Correction: losed → lost)
4. Have they started their homework?
5. Where has Danny gone? He isn't here. (Correction: have → has)
6. We have not finished lunch.

Questions and Duration (Since/For)

1. How long have Brad and Alice been married? They have been married for 14 years.
2. How much have you spent? I have spent $50 in the sale.
3. How many shirts has Jack bought? He has bought 5 shirts.
4. How long has Jessica been at work? She has been there since 9 o'clock.

Using Adverbs: Already, Yet, Still

1. You don't need to help me with my homework because I have already done it.
2. Don't switch off the TV. The film hasn't finished yet.
3. I've lost my phone, but I haven't found it yet.
4. I don't want to go to the pool because I have been swimming today.
5. Don't tell me how the film ends. I still haven't seen it.

Present Perfect with Since/For

1. I have been in the queue for two hours.
2. My grandparents have lived in this village since 1965.
3. It hasn't snowed here for ten years.
4. I have known Henry since primary school. (Correction: know → known)
5. We haven't seen a film for a long time.

Sports and Phrasal Verbs for Activities

Sports Vocabulary List

Common activities and sports:

• Rock Climbing
• Wakeboarding
• Athletics
• Archery
• Kayaking
• Trail Biking

Phrasal Verbs for Hobbies and Participation

Match the phrasal verb with its definition:

Catch Up

Go faster to reach someone who is in front of you.

Join In

Participate in an activity.

Take Up

Start a new hobby or learn a new skill/ability.

Miss Out

Not have the chance to do something.

Try Out

Test an activity to see if you like it.

Phrasal Verb Application

1. My brother has decided to take up rock climbing.
2. Let's join in the drama class. It's great fun.
3. I'd love to try out skiing. It looks really good.
4. Slow down! I can't catch up with you.
5. Let me know what time the party starts. I don't want to miss out on the fun.