Собрание упражнений на отработку лексики по теме "Hobbies, sports and games" (по сборнику Destination B2, Macmillan)
Hobbies, sports and games
Vocabulary in Use
1. Choose the correct variant.
1. She rested for a brief interval/half time before continuing her intense workout at the gym.
2. The runners took their positions on the field/track before the race began.
3. He trained rigorously to beat/score his personal record in the marathon.
4. The tennis court/pitch was well-maintained and ready for the championship match.
5. The spectators cheered loudly as the team scored/won a goal in the soccer match.
6. The umpire/referee made a fair call that determined the outcome of the tennis game.
7. The audience was waiting for the grand finale/final of the festival.
8. The movie had a surprising ending/end that left the audience in awe.
9. Despite being a(n) amateur/professional pianist, she played with great skill and passion.
10. The opponents/competitors showed sportsmanship throughout the swimming competition.
11. The equal/draw for the tennis tournament paired strong opponents against each other.
Phrasal verbs
2. Fill in the gaps.
took to/ getting up to/ bring it forward/ join in/ take up/ got round to/ pull out of/ put up with/ knocked out/ went off
1. The tennis match was scheduled for Friday, but they decided to ______ to Thursday.
2. I finally _____ trying out the new yoga class everyone has been talking about.
3. She enjoys _____ outdoor activities like hiking and rock climbing on the weekends.
4. After years of playing soccer, he suddenly _____ the sport and took up tennis instead.
5. He was _____ by his opponent during the intense boxing match.
6. She decided to _____ the chess tournament due to a scheduling conflict.
7. Despite the rainy weather, they ______ it and continued their soccer game.
8. He recently _____ playing basketball as a form of exercise and relaxation.
9. After years of watching races, she finally decided to _____ cycling as a hobby.
10. They invited her to _____ the annual volleyball tournament happening next month.
Phrases and collocations
3. Replace the words in brackets.
1. She does her ______ (to do all one can) in every talent contest she enters.
2. If you get a ______ (opportunity) to participate in the competition, don't miss it.
3. There is _____ (hardly any opportunity) chance of winning the game if you don't strategize well.
4. I always have a _____ (great effort) at trying new sports to broaden my hobbies.
5. He is over six feet in ______ (tall), making him the tallest basketball player on the team.
6. Some fans tend to ______ (act crazy) when their favorite team loses an important match.
7. I _____ (enjoy) in playing chess with my friends during spare time.
8. Chess is popular _____ (with) intellectuals due to its strategic nature.
9. Many people _____ (support) with the underdog in sports competitions to show support.
10. It's tough being on the _______ (lose) in a heated baseball game.
11. Sarah was thrilled to win the talent contest just _____ (at the right moment) for her birthday.
12. You should _____ (not hurry) your time to learn new rules and techniques in chess.
13. I enjoy painting as a hobby during my ____ (free) time on weekends.
14. I have been reading this novel for the time _____ (right now), and it's quite captivating.
15. It's your turn to turn ____ (change) the game board and start the next round.
16. At our weekly game night, we take it _____ (to do something one after another) picking which game to play.
Word patterns
4. Fill in the gaps with the correct preposition.
1. The athlete will compete _____ other contenders in the upcoming tournament.
2. To excel in soccer, you must concentrate ____ improving your dribbling skills.
3. He is involved _____ various sports leagues to stay active and healthy.
4. As a professional swimmer, she is free _____ use the Olympic-sized pool for training.
5. The yoga class is free ____ all gym members who want to improve their flexibility.
6. She is fond _____ playing tennis on weekends with her friends.
7. I prefer ____ play chess over other board games because it requires strategic thinking.
8. After hours of practice, he is sure ____ winning the gold medal in the next competition.
Word formation
5. Form the correct word from the words in brackets.
1. The young entrepreneur received a generous (ALLOW) from his investors to fund the start-up.
2. Being a member of the Rotary Club, she actively participates in community (ASSOCIATE) events.
3. The (COMPETE) nature of the game motivates players to give their best performance.
4. Riding roller coasters at the amusement park is an (ENJOY) experience for thrill-seekers.
5. The basketball team is (EQUIP) with top-of-the-line gear for their championship game.
6. Despite facing (FORTUNE) in the first round, he remained determined to win the match.
7. The (KNOWLEDGE) coach shares valuable insights to help athletes improve their performance.
8. The sudden (LOSE) of their star player was a devastating blow to the team's chances of winning.
9. Regular (MAINTAIN) of equipment is essential to ensure safety during sports activities.
10. She proudly wore the (MEDAL)’s badge after winning first place in the swimming competition.
11. In tennis, love means zero points and is the (OPPOSE) of a 40-love score difference.
12. The experienced (TRAIN) guides new recruits on proper techniques to enhance their skills.
