1. I’d better buy a new laptop.
2. I must go because my favourite TV show is starting.
3. She has been practising to learn Chinese for about two years now.
4. Mike couldn’t stand travelling by plane.
5. It’s too difficult for him to remember the rules.
6. Pete is saving money to buy a new car.
7. I don’t want to waste time trying to fix it!
8. You’d better book online – it’s cheaper.
9. He’s very eager to visit Rome one day.
10. I’m glad to help you to move the sofa.
2. Barbara Rush is a professional surfer from Australia/ She feels fortunate having four world championships awards and hopes to win another one next year. She practises very hard and loves spending time at the beach. She also enjoys playing the flute and shopping. Her unwillingness to quit and her relaxed attitude are a wonderful combination. She thinks surfers should focus on each performance but not take it too seriously. Those other surfers would rather listen because this advice leads to victories.
3. 1. Mary doesn’t mean bothering you.
2. I’ll never forget driving her car for the first time.
3. Don’t regret to spend much money on education.
4. Dad stopped eating some soup with us.
5. I regret to inform you that you are fired.
6. I’ve forgotten to take my laptop with me.
7. She’ll never forget meeting her best friend in New York.
8. Mike tried to open the door but broke the key.
9. It will mean spending too much money on tickets.
10. Harry had difficulty to go home because of deadline.
