Exercises

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Exercises are based on textbooks given to pupils in English schools from the 1920s to the 1960s.

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1

Confusables

Compose sentences to bring out the similarities and differences between these words.

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2

Impossible Adjectives

Find a way of saying something can’t be measured, admitted, or changed — in just one word.

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3

By Leaps and Bounds

Make up a scenario for each of these prepositional phrases, such as ‘beyond endurance’ or ‘for no reason at all’.

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4

Bits and Pieces

Suggest words for a small amount of something, such as water, salt or scandal.

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Sentegrams

These sentences, taken from English literature, have been jumbled up like an anagram; see if you can piece them back together.

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Show, Don’t Tell

Find a way to let people know what is happening without actually saying it.

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