Body & mind — Workbook

Complete each sentence with a word or phrase from the box: drained, overwhelmed, burnt out, cut down on, well-rested, take up.

1. After three weeks of twelve-hour days he was completely ___ and had to stop working.Show answer
2. I feel ___ by the number of messages — I don't even know where to start.Show answer
3. I'm trying to ___ sugar, especially in the afternoon.Show answer
4. I slept nine hours and I feel genuinely ___ for the first time in weeks.Show answer
5. By Friday evening I'm always ___ — I have no energy for anything.Show answer
6. I'd love to ___ swimming again; I stopped years ago.Show answer

Correct, rewrite or complete each item. Focus on the target grammar of this lesson.

1. You must to drink more water.Show answer
2. I must work on Saturdays because my contract says so.Show answer
3. You don't must answer emails at midnight.Show answer
4. She should to see a doctor about that cough.Show answer
5. Write ONE rule you have at work/school ('have to') and ONE piece of advice you'd give a stressed friend ('should').Show answer

Look back at the class-book reading. Answer briefly in your own words.

1. What is the 'tiny-habit trick'?Show answer
2. Why do big resolutions usually fail, according to the text?Show answer
3. Which tiny habit could you start tomorrow?Show answer

Nurse Sofia talks to Miguel about her energy levels. Listen for obligation and advice.

1. What is Miguel's main problem?Show answer
2. What must he do, and what should he do?Show answer
3. What does he NOT have to do?Show answer

Write 70–100 words of advice for a friend who feels burnt out. Use 'should' twice, 'have to' once and 'don't have to' once.

Look back at your notes from class. Answer briefly.

1. Which part of this lesson do you already use naturally in English?Show answer
2. Which language point still feels difficult? Write ONE sentence you will practise this week.Show answer