This, that, whose? — Workbook
1. Vocabulary gap-fill
Complete each sentence with ONE word or short chunk from the box.
- I always carry a drop key in my wallet, just in case.
- This ring is a family drop — three generations have worn it.
- It's not expensive, but it's a real drop from that trip.
- I drop my keys at least twice a week — it's embarrassing.
- She kept only the essential drop and gave the rest away.
- My grandmother will drop this bracelet drop to me one day.
- I refuse to drop this notebook, even though the cover is falling apart.
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6. Find and fix the mistake
Each sentence has ONE mistake. Rewrite it in natural A2+/B1 English.
- Who's coat is on my chair?
- This book is belonging to Ana.
- That are my parents in the photo.
- He's a my friend from school.
- This shoes are new.
- The wallet is your's.
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7. Listening — 'Whose is this, please?'
Three short scenes at lost-and-found desks. Listen for the object, whose it is, and the small detail that identifies the owner.
- Scene 1 (hotel reception): object, owner, identifying detail?
- Scene 2 (library): object, owner, identifying detail?
- Scene 3 (restaurant): object, complication?
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Emma/Carlos · Hotel reception:— Whose gloves are these on the counter? — Oh, those are mine! I left them yesterday afternoon. Look, the right thumb has a tiny hole. — Perfect, they're all yours.
Amara/Carlos · Library:— I think I left a hardback notebook here on Monday, black cover. — This one? — Yes! My name is on the inside cover in pencil — Marta Andrade. — There you go, Marta.
Helena/Carlos · Restaurant:— I lost a silver ring here on Saturday night. I think you have it? — I do. Can you describe the engraving inside? — Uh… I don't remember exactly. — I'm afraid I can't give it to you without that. Come back when you're sure — I'll keep it safe.
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8. Writing — 'This one belongs to me because…'
Write 80–100 words about ONE small object you own that means more than it looks like it means. Include: (a) at least ONE 'this / that / these / those', (b) ONE 'whose…?' question and answer, (c) ONE 'belong to' or possessive pronoun, and (d) ONE contrast linker (although / whereas / but). End with a single honest sentence about what would happen if you lost it.
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9. Reflection (discursive)
Look back at the reading 'The box at the back of the classroom'. Answer in 2 full sentences each.
- Ms Vieira says the lost-and-found box is a 'quiet little X-ray' of her class. Do you agree that small objects can reveal that much about a person? Explain.
- Imagine YOUR classroom / office had a lost-and-found box for a whole term. What THREE objects would probably end up in it, and what would that say about the group?
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