Sentence Structers 1-20 Flashcards
Are you sure…?
I. EXAMPLES: • Are you sure? • Are you sure about that? • Are you sure of what you said? • Are you sure that he is not coming?
II. DIALOGUES:
A: I’ve had so many problems with my new car. It’s driving me crazy.
B: Are you sure you don’t want to buy a new one?
A: How can I? I already spent a lot of money on this one.
B: I guess you’ll be spending a lot of money on repairs then.
A: I guess so. Unless, you want to buy the car?
B: No, thanks. I don’t think I’d want to buy your car. It has too many problems.
A: I don’t blame you. It’s a piece of junk.
Are you used to?
I. EXAMPLES:
• Are you used to using chopsticks?
• Are you used to life here?
• Are you used to staying up late?
II. DIALOGUES:
A: How long have you been living in China?
B: About three years now.
A: Are you used to eating the food here?
B: Yes, I like it very much.
A: What about chopsticks? Are you used to using them?
B: It took me a while to get used to it but now it’s a piece of cake.
As far as…
I. EXAMPLES:
• As far as I can remember, he didn’t come home until midnight.
• As far as I recollect, there were few people in the village then.
• As far as I recall, they quarreled very often at that time.
• As far as I can see, he’s a big liar.
II. DIALOGUES:
A: Have you seen Tom?
B: No. As far as I can remember he was supposed to be on a business trip to Lisbon.
A: Yes, but he was supposed to be back by now.
B: Have you called his home?
A: Yeah, but there is no answer.
B: Maybe you should call the police and file a missing person’s report.
As far as… (is) (am) (are) concerned,…
I. EXAMPLES:
• As far as I’m concerned, I don’t mind that you wear this mini-skirt.
• The coat is fine as far as color is concerned, but it is not very good quality.
• So far as he’s concerned, nothing is as important as his daughter.
II. DIALOGUES:
A: Have you seen the movie, Silence of the Lambs?
B: Yes. It gave me the creeps.
A: Come on, it wasn’t that bad.
B: Yes, it was. As far as I’m concerned, I’m never going to see another movie like that again.
A: Well, as far as the plot is concerned, I think it’s an interesting movie.
B: Yes, but some of the scenes were too gory.
Shouldn’t we…?
I. EXAMPLES:
• Shouldn’t we ask for permission first?
- Shouldn’t we read the directions before we install the air conditioner?
- Shouldn’t we check the weather before we go out?
- Shouldn’t you try to save some money rather than spend it all?
II. DIALOGUES:
A: Are you ready to go to the beach?
B: Wait. Shouldn’t we check the weather report before we leave?
A: No, it’s a beautiful day and the sun is out.
B: I heard on the news last night that there was a forecast for rain.
A: You shouldn’t believe everything you hear on TV.
He is either…or…
I. EXAMPLES:
• He is either drunk or mad.
- It’s either your fault or her fault.
- Either you are wrong or I am.
II. DIALOGUES:
A: Do you have the report you promised me?
B: What report?
A: You know, your work report.
B: Either you’re kidding me or I’m getting forgetful in my old age.
A: I think it’s the latter.
B: I’m sorry. I’ll hand it in tomorrow.
Be careful with…
I. EXAMPLES:
• Be careful with the wet paint.
- Be careful that you don’t catch a cold. Put on more clothes before you go out.
- Be careful not to spill the milk.
II. DIALOGUES:
A: She has been calling me for several days now. I think she’s interested in me.
B: Are you sure? I think she already has a boyfriend.
A: How do you know?
B: A friend of hers told me. I’d be careful if I were you.
A: Why?
B: Because I heard her boyfriend is a weightlifter.
A: Wow! You’re right. I guess I better not call her.
He is as… as…
I. EXAMPLES:
• He is as poor as a church mouse.
- He is as fit as a fiddle though he is already seventy.
- Shelly’s father is always as busy as a bee.
- The twin sisters are as different as night and day.
- The lecture is as dull as ditch-water.
II. DIALOGUES:
A: Have you seen him run in a race?
B: Yes. He’s as fast as the wind when he runs.
A: But he’s not too good when it comes to studying.
B: One of my friends said he’s as dumb as a post.
A: That’s not a nice thing to say.
B: Maybe it’s not nice, but it’s true.
Not…until…
I. EXAMPLES:
• Don’t tell him the bad news until he finishes his exam.
- The secret was not discovered until he was dead.
- I won’t stop shouting until you let me go.
II. DIALOGUES:
A: I heard that Bill got divorced.
B: Yes, he is really sad now.
A:I thought he wanted to get divorced because he didn’t love his wife anymore.
B: Yes, but he didn’t realize how much he needed her until they got divorced.
A: Yeah. Well now it’s too late. She already has another husband.
B: That’s too bad. Sometimes people often don’t appreciate what they have until they lose it.
Have you ever…?
I. EXAMPLES:
• Have you ever been to New York?
- Have you ever been to Nanjing?
- Have you ever seen Ghost?
- Have you ever wondered if there is life after death?
- Have you ever heard of it?
II. DIALOGUES:
A: I want to quit my job.
B: Why, what’s the matter?
A: Nothing. I just want a change.
B: But you have a great job and you’ve been working there for ten years.
A: I know, but haven’t you ever wanted to do something different?
B: I guess so, but it seems more prudent to just stay where I am and continue
working in my current job.
Do you feel like…?
I. EXAMPLES:
• Do you feel like going for a walk on the beach?
- Do you feel like going shopping at the mall?
- Do you feel like eating some ice cream or having cake or both?
- Do you feel like having some coffee?
- Do you feel like getting a bite to eat?
II. DIALOGUES:
A: I’m so bored.
B: Feel like watching a movie?
A: No, I feel like going dancing.
B: Where do you want to go?
A: How about Sam’s Disco?
B: I don’t feel like going there. It’s always too crowded.
A: We’ll try the disco down the block. It’s called Rick’s Disco.
B: OK. We’ll give it a try.
Do you mind…?
I. EXAMPLES:
• Would you mind if I smoke here?
- Do you mind opening the window? It’s so stuffy in here.
- Do you mind if I ask you a question?
II. DIALOGUES:
Employer: Well, you have been working with our company for 10 years now.
Employee: Yes I know. It’s been a long time.
Employer: In all this time you have never asked for a raise. Do you mind if I ask you why?
Employee: That’s because my wife is rich.
Employer: Really? What does she do?
Employee: Well, she owns your company.
Do you have… available?
I. EXAMPLES:
• Do you have any single rooms available?
- Do you have any tickets available?
- Do you have any shoes in size 20 available?
II. DIALOGUES:
Store Owner: Hello, can I help you?
Customer: Yes, I’m looking to buy a leather jacket.
Store Owner: What kind of leather jacket are you interested in?
Customer: I was wondering, do you have any black leather jackets available?
Store Owner: Sure we do. Why don’t you sit down and I’ll get you some to try on.
Customer: OK. Thanks.
Do you carry this in…?
EXAMPLES:
• Do you carry this in size 10?
• Do you carry this in beige?
• Do you have this in medium?
II. DIALOGUES:
Store Owner: How do you like this sweater?
Customer: It looks beautiful. Can I try it on?
Store Owner: Sure. Go ahead.
Customer: Oh I’m afraid it’s too tight on me. Do you carry this in a larger size?
Store Owner: Yes, we do. Here try this one.
Customer: This is perfect. I’ll take this one.
Do you agree…?
I. EXAMPLES:
• Do you agree that we should start early?
• Do you agree with my plan?
• Will he agree to the conditions in the contract?
II. DIALOGUES:
A: I think studying English is boring and a waste of time. Don’t you agree?
B: No. I think it’s really important if you want to have a good job in the future.
A: But it’s too hard to learn.
B: I don’t agree. You just have to work at it and be persistent.
A: Maybe you’re right. I guess I need to work harder at it and be more disciplined.
