2BAC ENGLISH TENSES CHART SIGNAL WORDS TIME LINKERS

ENGLISH TENSES CHART

TENSE	USE	FORM / SIGNAL WORDS
Simple Present	Facts and generalizations Water boils at 100 Cº Children love cartoons. Schedules and time tables (future) My train leaves at 5.30 For repeated actions I see my grandparents twice a week. Usual actions He works as a Waiter in a restaurant Non-continuous Verbs know, like, hate, want, love, need, belong, mean, understand, remember, prefer…	Verb + s / es / ies for ( he / she / it ) A: He speaks. N: He does not speak. Q: Does he speak? every day, always, often, normally, usually, regularly, sometimes, occasionally, seldom, on Sundays, at weekends generally, never… every day/ week/ month… once / twice / three times… a week/ day / month/ year… First... then.. afterwards
Present Continuous	Now (continuous or in progress) We're studying the English tenses now. Near future She's visiting the doctor tomorrow morning. Repetitions and irritations (with always) They are always complaining about the same thing.	BE + verb + ing A: He is speaking. N: He is not speaking. Q: Is he speaking? now, just, at the moment, look !, right now, still at 3 p.m. right now, at present, today, these days, nowadays, currently, presently in this moment, …. this year/ month/ week…, tonight, tomorrow, next week / month…, in a minute, in a couple of days
Simple Past	For completed actions or series of completed actions in the past He closed the door, went to bed and turned off the light. Actions which start and stop in the past We watched TV last night. Habits in the past When he was a child, he drank too much milk.	Verb + ed ( regular ) Irregular verbs should be learnt.. A: He spoke. N: He did not speak. Q: Did he speak? Before(conj.).... yesterday, the day before yesterday, last week/month/year, a few minutes/two hours/five years ago
Past Continuous	After 'while' in the past While I was cooking dinner, he was laying the table. Continuous actions in the past Last week, we were working in a science project. Repetition and irritation with 'always' in past The children were always screaming.	Past of 'BE' + verb + ing A: He was speaking. N: He was not speaking. Q: Was he speaking? at ten o'clock last night while, when, as, at that time/moment
Present Perfect	Unspecified time before now We have driven along the coast. Talking about past actions with an effect in the present I have found a wallet in the street. Here it is. Accomplishments Science has progressed a lot. With the superlative and ever She's the most intelligent person I have ever met.	Have / has + past participle A: He has spoken. N: He has not spoken. Q: Has he spoken? this week, this month, this year,  today,  since, for.., ...ever...? never ...yet?  not... yet.  already, just, recently, lately so far, until now, several/four/many times
Present Perfect Continuous	Used to emphasize the duration of the present perfect actions I've been working in the same school since 1983.	Have/has + been + verb + ing A: He has been speaking. N: He has not been speaking. Q: Has he been speaking? this week, this month, this year,  today,  since, for.., ...ever...? never ...yet?  not... yet.  already, just, recently, lately so far, until now, several/four/many times
Past Perfect	A completed action before an action in the past The school had already closed when I arrived. He didn't go to bed until the last TV programme had finished. By the time we arrived home, they had served the dinner. After she had taken a shower, she went to bed. Past wish If only they had stayed with us.	Had + past participle A: He had spoken. N: He had not spoken. Q: Had he spoken? After (conj.)... up to that time in the past. "married" to a clause in "simple past" before, by the time, already until / till as soon as
Simple Future	Will: Voluntary action It's hot in here. I'll open the windows. Offers I'll carry the suitcase if you like. Promises I'll buy you a present for your birthday. Predictions It'll be windy tomorrow. Be going to: Plans They're going to build a new bridge in autumn. Intentions and decisions I'm going to eat less. Predictions with physical evidence It's very hot today. We are going to sweat.	Will + verb or Be going to + verb A: He will speak. N: He will not speak. Q: Will he speak? I think I hope,  I expect,  I believe  soon,  in the next few days,  in the future, tomorrow,  this evening tonight, tomorrow, the day after tomorrow, later, next week/month/year, in 2005, for the next 2 years/days/months A: He is going to speak. N: He is not going to speak. Q: Is he going to speak? in the next few days,  in the future,  this evening,  next weekend
Future Perfect	For completed actions before something in the future We'll have flown to New York by next week. In two years’ time, he will have graduated. By the time we arrive to class, the teacher will have handed out the test papers.	Will have + past participle A: He will have spoken. N: He will not have spoken. Q: Will he have spoken? by (a future point in time), by this time next year in a week

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2BAC ENGLISH RELATIVE PRONOUNS BACCALAUREATE GRAMMAR PRACTICE

2BAC ENGLISH RELATIVE PRONOUNS BACCALAUREATE GRAMMAR PRACTICE


FILL IN THE GAPS WITH THE APPROPRIATE RELATIVE PRONOUNS FROM THE LIST

Where - which - who - whom -whose

Many Moroccan immigrants ……….. live abroad would like to return to Morocco ……….. they can invest their money. They have promising projects ………..will certainly help to improve the local economy.


Who – whose – where – which - whom

The United Nations …………………….was established soon after the second world war is an organisation …………………..goals are to solve conflicts among nations and keep peace in the world.

Who – whom - whose - which - where - when

Adil Imam, ……….. sense of humour is appreciated by many people, is an Egyptian actor ……….. has played funny roles in many plays and movies. He often acts out simple situations ……….. can make you laugh for hours.

Which who where whose . when whom

The nurse took care of the soldier ……….. injuries were serious. Every day, she treated his wounds, ………..were deep and infected.


Who - when - what - which – whose - where - whom

1- The town ……………..Ali was born is famous for its historic monuments.

2. Mary: Look, this is the man………..lost his mobile phone on the bus last week.

3. My friend is travelling to England next summer, but he hasn’t decided ………..to go there; by plane or by ship.

4. The man ……….. makes and mends shoes is a shoemaker.


Who – whose –where - when - whom

1. The police have already started penalizing drivers ………..seat belts are not fastened.

2. The Safety Road Committee hasn’t agreed on the date. ……….. the new regulations should be implemented.

When - who - where - why - whose - which - whom

1. A carpenter is a man ………..makes wooden furniture.

2. I'd like to know the reason ………..you want to quit.

3. We talked to the lady ………..son wrote on my car with a nail.

When - who - where - why - whose - which - whom

1. Unemployment is the reason ……….. many people leave the country.

2. The house ……….. they bought is haunted.

3. The lady ……….. has just greeted me is a math teacher.






CORRECTION

FILL IN THE GAPS WITH THE APPROPRIATE RELATIVE PRONOUNS FROM THE LIST

Where - which - who - whom - whose

Many Moroccan immigrants who live abroad would like to return to Morocco where they can invest their money. They have promising projects which will certainly help to improve the local economy.


Who – whose – where – which - whom

The United Nations which was established soon after the second world war is an organisation whose goals are to solve conflicts among nations and keep peace in the world.

Who – whom - whose - which - where - when

Adil Imam, whose sense of humour is appreciated by many people, is an Egyptian actor who has played funny roles in many plays and movies. He often acts out simple situations which can make you laugh for hours.

Which - who - where -whose - when - whom

The nurse took care of the soldier whose injuries were serious. Every day, she treated his wounds which were deep and infected.


Who - when - what - which – whose - where - whom

1- The town where Ali was born is famous for its historic monuments.

2. Mary: Look, this is the man who lost his mobile phone on the bus last week.

3. My friend is travelling to England next summer, but he hasn’t decided how to go there; by plane or by ship.

4. The man who makes and mends shoes is a shoemaker.


Who – whose –where - when - whom

1. The police have already started penalizing drivers whose seat belts are not fastened.

2. The Safety Road Committee hasn’t agreed on the date when the new regulations should be implemented.

When - who - where - why - whose - which - whom

1. A carpenter is a man who makes wooden furniture.

2. I'd like to know the reason why you want to quit.

3. We talked to the lady whose son wrote on my car with a nail.

When - who - where - why - whose - which - whom

1. Unemployment is the reason why many people leave the country.

2. The house which they bought is haunted.

3. The lady who has just greeted me is a math teacher.

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2BAC ENGLISH LINKING WORDS CONNECTORS BACCALAUREATE GRAMMAR PRACTICE

2BAC ENGLISH LINKING WORDS CONNECTORS BACCALAUREATE GRAMMAR PRACTICE

FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH THE APPROPRIATE WORDS OR EXPRESSIONS FROM THE LIST

1-

Whereas - due to - as a result - despite - though - so as to ………..

1. Jane was often absent from work; ……….., her director dismissed her.

2. I’ll try to find some time to see you this afternoon ……….. I have so many things to do.

3. Thousands of people are driven out their homes ………..civil wars in many parts of the world.


2-

In addition to - nevertheless - since - however - in spite of -therefore

1. Many countries still can’t reduce unemployment ………..making big efforts.

2. Many people in the village don’t know how to read or write; ……….., a local organisation has set up a literacy programme for them.

3- The computer is an amazing means of entertainment ………..its efficiency at work.


3-

In spite of - because - although -owing to - therefore

1- ……….. it was cold, we went to Ifrane.

2- ………..our efforts, we lost the match.

3. I didn’t come to school last week ………..a terrible headache I had.


4-

In spite of - because - owing to – although - furthermore

1- ……….. it rained a lot, we enjoyed our holiday.

2- ………..all our careful plans, a lot of things went wrong.

3- I went home early ……….. I wasn’t feeling well.

4- I went to the doctor’s the next day ………..a terrible headache I had.


5-

During – consequently – because – specially - apart from – as a result – despite - whereas-

1. The injured man died ……….. all the doctor’s efforts.

2. All the students passed the final exam ………..Ahmed who was never expected to fail.

3. A number of soldiers were seriously wounded ……….. a sudden aircraft attack.


6-

JOIN THE PAIRS OF SENTENCES WITH THE LINKING WORDS GIVEN . MAKE ANY NECESSARY CHANGES

1- Aziza learnt how to read and write. She learnt how to do business. (as well as)

2- Michel worked hard in and out of school. That’s why he got excellent marks. (Because)

3- Adil worked in the evenings .he wanted to save money to buy a computer (in order to)


7-

1. Many people still use plastic bags. They are dangerous for the environment. (although)

Many people still use plastic bags although they are dangerous for the environment.

2. Some skilled workers emigrate. They aren’t satisfied with low salaries in their home countries. (therefore).

3. We rarely play music at night. We don’t want to disturb our neighbours. (so as not)


8-

1- The local authorities opened new schools. They wanted to serve their community better. (so as to)

2- The government invests a lot of money on tourism. Not many tourists visit our town. (however)

3- Tom and his wife needed more money. They decided to work over time. (because)


9-

1. Hamid did a great job. He was not offered a better position. (though)

2. Souad did not come to the show. She was sick. (because of)

3. We were unable to get financial support. We had to abandon the project. (therefore)





CORRECTION

FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH THE APPROPRIATE WORDS OR EXPRESSIONS FROM THE LIST

1-

Whereas - due to - as a result - despite - though - so as to

1. Jane was often absent from work; as a result, her director dismissed her.

2. I’ll try to find some time to see you this afternoon though I have so many things to do.

3. Thousands of people are driven out their homes due to civil wars in many parts of the world.


2-

In addition to - nevertheless - since - however - in spite of -therefore

1. Many countries still can’t reduce unemployment in spite of making big efforts.

2. Many people in the village don’t know how to read or write; therefore, a local organisation has set up a literacy programme for them.

3- The computer is an amazing means of entertainment in addition to its efficiency at work.


3-

In spite of - because - although -owing to - therefore

1- Although it was cold, we went to Ifrane.

2- In spite of our efforts, we lost the match.

3. I didn’t come to school last week owing to a terrible headache I had.


4-

In spite of - because - owing to – although - furthermore

1- Although it rained a lot, we enjoyed our holiday.

2- In spite of all our careful plans, a lot of things went wrong.

3- I went home early because I wasn’t feeling well.

4- I went to the doctor’s the next day owing to a terrible headache I had.


5-

During – consequently – because – specially - apart from – as a result – despite - whereas-

1. The injured man died despite all the doctor’s efforts.

2. All the students passed the final exam apart from Ahmed who was never expected to fail.

3. A number of soldiers were seriously wounded during a sudden aircraft attack.


6-

JOIN THE PAIRS OF SENTENCES WITH THE LINKING WORDS GIVEN . MAKE ANY NECESSARY CHANGES

1- Aziza learnt how to read and write. She learnt how to do business. (as well as)

Aziza learnt how to read and write as well as how to do business.

2- Michel worked hard in and out of school. That’s why he got excellent marks. (Because)

Michel got excellent marks because he worked hard in and out of school.

3- Adil worked in the evenings .he wanted to save money to buy a computer (in order to)


7-

1. Many people still use plastic bags. They are dangerous for the environment. (although)

Although plastic bags are dangerous for the environment, many people still use them.

Many people still use plastic bags although they are dangerous for the environment.

2. Some skilled workers emigrate. They aren’t satisfied with low salaries in their home countries. (therefore).

Some skilled aren’t satisfied with low salaries in their home countries; therefore, they emigrate.

3. We rarely play music at night. We don’t want to disturb our neighbours. (so as not)

We rarely play music at night so as not disturb our neighbours.


8-

1- The local authorities opened new schools. They wanted to serve their community better. (so as to)

The local authorities opened new schools so as to serve their community better.

2- The government invests a lot of money on tourism. Not many tourists visit our town. (however)

The government invests a lot of money on tourism. However, not many tourists visit our town.

3- Tom and his wife needed more money. They decided to work over time. (because)

Tom and his wife decided to work over time because they needed more money.


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1. Hamid did a great job. He was not offered a better position. (though)

Hamid was not offered a better position though he did a great job.

2. Souad did not come to the show. She was sick. (because of)

Souad did not come to the show because of her sickness.

3. We were unable to get financial support. We had to abandon the project. (therefore)

We were unable to get financial support. Therefore, we had to abandon the project.

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2BAC ENGLISH PHRASAL VERBS BACCALAUREATE GRAMMAR PRACTICE

2BAC ENGLISH PHRASAL VERBS BACCALAUREATE GRAMMAR PRACTICE

FILL IN THE GAPS WITH THE RIGHT PHRASAL VERBS FROM THE LIST:

1-

Stand for - fill in –bring about - look up - get off – apply for.

1.The father encouraged his son to ………………………another job.

2.The letters VIP ………………….Very Important Person.

3.The new initiative tries to …………………………change in education.


2-

Put on - set up - turn down - write down - make up

1. How could you ……………….such an interesting job offer?

2. ………………..your coat; it’s cold in here.


3-

Picked up - found out - grew up - went through - turned down

1- Jane was accepted to work in a bank but she ………………………….the job because the salary was not interesting.

2- My uncle Ibrahim …………………………….his American accent when he was working in the USA.


4-

Stand for - write down - bring about -look up - look after - apply for - get on

1- When students find difficult words in a text, they can……………….them ……..in a dictionary.

2- John asked his wife to ………………………..the job advertised in the newspaper.

3- The government has introduced a new plan to ………………………..important changes in education.

4- Ali: What does NGO ………………………………?
Hamid: Non Governmental Organisation.


5-

1. I’m ……………………our trip to France. We’re leaving next month.

a) bringing about b) coping with c) looking forward to

2. Bill proposed to marry Sue but she …………………………..his proposal.

a) broke down b) turned down c) calmed down

3. That little boy always ………………………..excuses for being late.
a) makes up b) takes up c) looks up

6-

Set up - find out - look after - set off - fall for

1- Due to bad weather conditions, the captain of the ship decided not to ……………………that day.

2- I was surprised to …………………..…..that I had left my car door unlocked for the whole day.


7-

Put up with - pick up - make up - look up

1-Don’t believe what she says. She likes to ……………………………..stories.

2-It’s difficult to ……………………………. noise in big cities.


8-

Look up - turn down - give in - look after - set off

1- Mrs. Smith is looking for someone to ………………………her baby when she is at work.

2- She couldn’t ………………. the job she was offered a week ago because it was a tempting opportunity.


9-

Put up - pick up - make up - look up - let down

1-Don’t believe what she says. She likes to ………………………..stories.

2-It’s difficult to …………………….with noise in big cities.

3.. Your parents are your best support; they will never ……………….. you ……………


10-


Wake up, write down, get up, hand in, make up, hand out

1: ‘Don’t forget to …………………your names on your test papers’, the teacher told his students.

2: ‘Please, …………………me …………………early tomorrow, Mum. I have an exam.



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Get up - take after - make up - set up - set off

Mr Alami is a self-made man. He …………………his own business, and after a few years, he became rich. His mother says that he …………………his father. He is generous and never lets his friends.



12-

Set off – hand out – check in – hand in - check out

1. We must ………………… before 12 o'clock and take a taxi to the airport.

2. Samira …………………her homework late as usual.



13-

Give off – put off – put up - give away – run into – put out

1. I don't need these clothes anymore. I'll …….them …………………

2. I ………………… an old friend while I was shopping the other day.

3. You can' smoke here. …………………your cigarette, please.


14-

Throw away – pass away – find out – give away – throw up

1. My grandmother has just …………………. She's been sick for the last few years.

2. The police will ………………… who the criminal is very soon.

3. The baby is sick. She has ………………… twice today.





CORRECTION



FILL IN THE GAPS WITH THE RIGHT PHRASAL VERBS FROM THE LIST:

1-

Stand for - fill in –bring about - look up - get off – apply for.

1.The father encouraged his son to apply for another job.

2.The letters VIP stand for Very Important Person.

3.The new initiative tries to bring about change in education.


2-

Put on - set up - turn down - write down - make up

1. How could you turn down such an interesting job offer?

2. Put on your coat; it’s cold in here.


3-

Picked up - found out - grew up - went through - turned down

1- Jane was accepted to work in a bank but she turned down the job because the salary was not interesting.

2- My uncle Ibrahim picked up his American accent when he was working in the USA.


4-

Stand for - write down - bring about -look up - look after - apply for - get on

1- When students find difficult words in a text, they can look them up in a dictionary.

2- John asked his wife to apply for the job advertised in the newspaper.

3- The government has introduced a new plan to bring about important changes in education.

4- Ali: What does NGO stand for?
Hamid: Non Governmental Organisation.


5-

1. I’m looking forward to our trip to France. We’re leaving next month.

a) Bringing about b) coping with c) looking forward to

2. Bill proposed to marry Sue but she turned down his proposal.

a) Broke down b) turned down c) calmed down

3. That little boy always makes up excuses for being late.

a) Makes up b) takes up c) looks up


6-

Set up - find out - look after - set off - fall for

1- Due to bad weather conditions, the captain of the ship decided not to set off that day.

2- I was surprised to find out that I had left my car door unlocked for the whole day.


7-

Put up with - pick up - make up - look up

1-Don’t believe what she says. She likes to make up stories.

2-It’s difficult to put up with noise in big cities.


8-

Look up - turn down - give in - look after - set off

1- Mrs. Smith is looking for someone to look after her baby when she is at work.

2- She couldn’t turn down the job she was offered a week ago because it was a tempting opportunity.


9-

Put up - pick up - make up - look up - let down

1-Don’t believe what she says. She likes to make up stories.

2-It’s difficult to put up with noise in big cities.

3. Your parents are your best support; they will never let you down.


10-


Wake up, write down, get up, hand in, make up, hand out

1: ‘Don’t forget to write down your names on your test papers’, the teacher told his students.

2: ‘Please, wake me up early tomorrow, Mum. I have an exam.


11-

Get up - take after - make up - set up - set off

Mr Alami is a self-made man. He set up his own business, and after a few years, he became rich. His mother says that he takes after his father. He is generous and never lets his friends.


12-

Set off – hand out – check in – hand in – check out

1. We must check out before 12 o'clock and take a taxi to the airport.

2. Samira handed in her homework late as usual.


13-

Give off – put off – put up - give away – run into – put out

1. I don't need these clothes anymore. I'll give them away.

2. I ran into an old friend while I was shopping the other day.

3. You can' smoke here. Put out your cigarette, please.


14-

Throw away – pass away – find out – give away – throw up

1. My grandmother has just passed away. She's been sick for the last few years.

2. The police will find out who the criminal is very soon.

3. The baby is sick. She has thrown up twice today.

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2BAC ENGLISH WORD FORMATION BACCALAUREATE GRAMMAR AND VOCABULARY PRACTICE

2BAC ENGLISH WORD FORMATION BACCALAUREATE GRAMMAR PRACTICE


GIVE THE CORRECT FORM OF THE WORDS BETWEEN BRACKETS

1-

Parents often worry about their children’s (addict) …………. to computer games. They think that playing games for a long time can be (harm) ………….to their children’s health. They are also afraid of changes that might occur in their (behave) ………….


2-

1. Reducing the rates of drop outs in Morocco will be an important (achieve) ………….

2. Fatima will be (promotion) …………. for her hard work.

3. Many NGOs contribute to the (develop) …………. of citizenship values.


3-

1. The job advertised requires a good (know) …………. of at least two languages.

2. Jalal started looking for a job immediately after his (graduate) …………. from the Institute of Technology.

3- Rim thinks that the mobile phone is the most useful modern (invent) ………….


4-

1- Moroccan NGO’s have made efforts to combat illiteracy. They help youths with basic knowledge and (manage) ………….skills. They also train them to become (financial) …………. independent.


5-

The Moroccan government has taken serious measures to reduce (illiterate) …………. among women. It also raises their (aware) …………. to the importance of education in human (develop) ………….


6-

1- Foreign investments are a key factor in economic (grow) …………..

2- We need some (finance) …………. support to set up our business.

3- The business has been very (produce) …………. since 2004. Now it is very (success) ………….


7-

1- The USA has got a (heterogeneity) …………. society; many ethnic groups live there.

2- Women have become very (action) …………. members in a number of NGO’s.

3- Mary is thinking of leaving her job because it is not very (interest) ………….

4- The European Union is discussing new policies to stop (legal) …………. immigration.


8-

1. I was not surprised at Nadia’s (refuse) …………. to take the new post at the company. As she is very (ambition) ambitious she thinks that it doesn't match her (expect) …………..


9-

Immigrants from Africa contribute to the (wealthy) …………. and well-being of Europe. However, they aren’t easily (integration) …………. in the host countries and suffer from (discriminate) ………….


10-

1- “Don’t forget to (signature) …………. your application form before sending it.

2- This project concerns the (improve) …………. of life in rural areas.

3- “Moussems” are important (culture) …………. events in Morocco.


11-

1- Bad management of water resources causes water (short) ………….

2- Clients expect (efficiency) …………. services from suppliers.

3-Education should aim at developing learners’ (autonomous) …………..


12-

1. The dispute between the two neighbours was settled by an (agree) …………. that satisfied both parties.

2. Many African countries have been suffering from severe (dry) ………….for many years.


13-

1- The negotiating team had to make a number of (concede) …………. before agreement could be reached.

2- The world is now concerned about the (destroy) …………. of the rain forests.

3- The current economic crisis is the cause of the widespread (employ) ………….


14-

1. According to (legal) …………., the use of the seat belt is compulsory both inside and outside cities.

2. The (deny) …………. of human rights is one of the causes of underdevelopment.


15-

1- The book gives a good (describe) …………. of life on a farm.

2- My neighbour is a very (rely) …………. person. He’s always ready to give me a hand.


16-

1. I never count on him. He is (rely) …………..

2. Said Naciri amused the audience with his exciting (perform) …………..

3. "We should put an end to the (destroy) ………….rain forest " an environmentalist said.

4. To get a job in a multinational company, you must be well-qualified and very (energy) …………..

5. The government should encourage (skill) ………….carpenters to promote traditional arts.


17-

Atomic weapons are so (power) …………. that they can cause terrible (destroy) …………. of the whole world. A (thought) …………. decision would be to ban those weapons once for all


18-

1. ‘You look so beautiful in your (tradition) …………. clothes. ‘Jane told Amina.

2. “I think Le pain Nu is the most (success) …………. book Mohamed Choukri has ever written," the critic said.


19-

Brain drain or human capital flight is a large emigration of individuals with technical skills or (know) ………….. Normally, it is due to conflicts, lack of opportunity, political (stable) …………. or health risks. Brain drain is usually regarded as an economic cost, since emigrants usually take with them the fraction of value of their training sponsored by the (govern) …………..


20-

Nobody in our family likes to clean up the kitchen after dinner. My brother and I had a terrible (argue) …………. last night about the dishes. At the end we decided to do them together. However, we were (care) …………. while doing the washing-up and we broke three glasses and an (expense) …………. plate.


21-

Poverty is the (short) …………. of common things such as food, clothing, shelter and safe (drink) …………. water, all of which determine our quality of life. It may also include the lack of access to opportunities such as education and (employ) …………. which aid to escape from poverty and / or allow one to enjoy the respect of fellow citizens.


22-

The United States became the world's first modern (democrat) …………. after its break with Great Britain in 1776 and the (adopt) …………. of a constitution in1789. Buoyed by victories in World Wars I and II and the end of the Cold War in 1991, the US remains the world's most (power) …………. nation.. During the 60s and the 70s, its economy was marked by a steady (grow) …………., low (employ) …………., and rapid advances in technology.


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The (environment) ………….movement in the 1960s emerged from concerns that air, water, and soil were being polluted by (harm) …………. chemicals and other toxic substances. During the (industry) …………. revolution of the 19th century, the mass (produce) …………. of goods created (danger) …………. wastes, much of which was dumped into rivers and streams.






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2BAC ENGLISH WORD FORMATION BACCALAUREATE GRAMMAR PRACTICE


GIVE THE CORRECT FORM OF THE WORDS BETWEEN BRACKETS

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Parents often worry about their children’s (addict) addiction to computer games. They think that playing games for a long time can be (harm) harmful to their children’s health. They are also afraid of changes that might occur in their (behave) behaviour.


2-

1. Reducing the rates of drop outs in Morocco will be an important (achieve) achievement.

2. Fatima will be (promotion) promoted for her hard work.

3. Many NGOs contribute to the (develop) development of citizenship values.


3-

1. The job advertised requires a good (know) knowledge of at least two languages.

2. Jalal started looking for a job immediately after his (graduate) graduation from the Institute of Technology.

3- Rim thinks that the mobile phone is the most useful modern (invent) invention.


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1- Moroccan NGO’s have made efforts to combat illiteracy. They help youths with basic knowledge and (manage) management / managerial skills. They also train them to become (financial) financially independent.


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The Moroccan government has taken serious measures to reduce (illiterate) illiteracy among women. It also raises their (aware) awareness to the importance of education in human (develop) development.


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1- Foreign investments are a key factor in economic (grow) growth.

2- We need some (finance) financial support to set up our business.

3- The business has been very (produce) productive since 2004. Now it is very (success) successful.


7-

1- The USA has got a (heterogeneity) heterogeneous society; many ethnic groups live there.

2- Women have become very (action) active members in a number of NGO’s.

3- Mary is thinking of leaving her job because it is not very (interest) interesting.

4- The European Union is discussing new policies to stop (legal) illegal immigration.


8-

1. I was not surprised at Nadia’s (refuse) refusal to take the new post at the company. As she is very (ambition) ambitious she thinks that it doesn't match her (expect) expectation.


9-

Immigrants from Africa contribute to the (wealthy) wealth and well-being of Europe. However, they aren’t easily (integration) integrated in the host countries and suffer from (discriminate) discrimination.


10-

1- “Don’t forget to (signature) sign your application form before sending it.

2- This project concerns the (improve) improvement of life in rural areas.

3- “Moussems” are important (culture) cultural events in Morocco.


11-

1- Bad management of water resources causes water (short) shortage.

2- Clients expect (efficiency) efficient services from suppliers.

3-Education should aim at developing learners’ (autonomous) autonomy.


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1. The dispute between the two neighbours was settled by an (agree) agreement that satisfied both parties.

2. Many African countries have been suffering from severe (dry) drought / dryness for many years.


13-

1- The negotiating team had to make a number of (concede) concessions before agreement could be reached.

2- The world is now concerned about the (destroy) destruction of the rain forests.

3- The current economic crisis is the cause of the widespread (employ) unemployment.


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1. According to (legal) law, the use of the seat belt is compulsory both inside and outside cities.

2. The (deny) denial of human rights is one of the causes of underdevelopment.


15-

1- The book gives a good (describe) description of life on a farm.

2- My neighbour is a very (rely) reliable person. He’s always ready to give me a hand.


16-

1. I never count on him. He is (rely) unreliable.

2. Said Naciri amused the audience with his exciting (perform) performance.

3. "We should put an end to the (destroy) destruction of the rain forest " an environmentalist said.

4. To get a job in a multinational company, you must be well-qualified and very (energy) energetic.

5. The government should encourage (skill) skilled / skilful carpenters to promote traditional arts.


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Atomic weapons are so (power) powerful that they can cause terrible (destroy) destruction of the whole world. A (thought) thoughtful decision would be to ban those weapons once for all


18-

1. ‘You look so beautiful in your (tradition) traditional clothes. ‘Jane told Amina.

2. “I think Le pain Nu is the most (success) successful book Mohamed Choukri has ever written," the critic said.



19-

Brain drain or human capital flight is a large emigration of individuals with technical skills or (know) knowledge. Normally, it is due to conflicts, lack of opportunity, political (stable) instability or health risks. Brain drain is usually regarded as an economic cost, since emigrants usually take with them the fraction of value of their training sponsored by the (govern) government.


20-

Nobody in our family likes to clean up the kitchen after dinner. My brother and I had a terrible (argue) argument last night about the dishes. At the end we decided to do them together. However, we were (care) careless while doing the washing-up and we broke three glasses and an (expense) expensive plate.


21-

Poverty is the (short) shortage of common things such as food, clothing, shelter and safe (drink) drinkable water, all of which determine our quality of life. It may also include the lack of access to opportunities such as education and (employ) employment which aid to escape from poverty and / or allow one to enjoy the respect of fellow citizens.


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The United States became the world's first modern (democrat) democracy after its break with Great Britain in 1776 and the (adopt) adoption of a constitution in1789. Buoyed by victories in World Wars I and II and the end of the Cold War in 1991, the US remains the world's most (power) powerful nation.. During the 60s and the 70s, its economy was marked by a steady (grow) growth, low (employ) unemployment, and rapid advances in technology.


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The (environment) environmentalist / environmental movement in the 1960s emerged from concerns that air, water, and soil were being polluted by (harm) harmful chemicals and other toxic substances. During the (industry) industrial revolution of the 19th century, the mass (produce) production of goods created (danger) dangerous wastes, much of which was dumped into rivers and streams.

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