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12 Regrets

Listening and Language Skills

A. Complete the sentences with the words in the
boxes and match each one to a picture.

design Monopoly patent

sand tee telescope a. b.

1. is a popular game in which
you buy property to become the wealthiest
player.
2. One of the annoying things about
having a picnic at the beach is getting
in your food.
3. A allows you to see objects
which are far away more clearly.
c. d.
4. Golfers use a when playing,
as it makes it easier to hit the ball.
5. Many inventors often draw a
before making a prototype of their idea.
6. If you invent something new, you need to get
a , so nobody else can steal
your idea.

e. f.
B. Discuss with a partner.

1. What famous inventions have come from your country?
2. What do you think might be difficult about being an inventor?

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C. Listen and complete the table.

Name Invention/Development Issue

Hans Lipperhey

Lizzie Magie

George Franklin Grant

D. Listen again. Which phrases do you hear?
a. How unfair! e. It’s such a pity.
b. I’d be gutted if... f. That sucks.

c. If only... g. That’s too bad.
d. It’s really disappointing. h. What a shame.

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