1. A: Have you seen Jack at all today?
B: Yes, he left about ten minutes ago
2. A: When was the last time there was an earthquake in the city?
B: There hasn't been one since 1990
3. A: John hasn't packed his suitcase yet
B: He should hurry up. His flight is leaving soon
4. A: Jane has spent all summer at an eco-camp
B: That's nice. I hope she's having fun
5. A: We have never experienced an earthquake
B: I have. It's very frightening
6. A: Lisa has lived in Haiti since 1999
B: I know. I haven't seen her since she moved
7. A: Have they rescued any trapped people yet?
B: Yes, they have saved six people so far
8. A: Have you ever volunteered for a charity?
B: No, but I'd like to
task 1.
1) many accidents are caused by dangerous driving.
2) cheese is made from milk.
3) the roof of the building is always damaged in a storm.
4) there's no need to leave a tip. service is included in the bill.
5) you were invited to the wedding. will you go?
6) a cinema is a place where films are shown.
7) in the united states, elections for president every four years.
8) originally the book is written in spanish.
9) we are always held by other cars because we drive slowly.
task 2.
write questions using the present simple passive.
1) ask about glass. (how/make? ) - how glasses are made?
2) ask about silver. (what/use for? ) – what is silver used for?
3) ask about the pronunciation of the word. (how/pronounce? ) – how is this word pronounce?
task 3.
give your own examples of sentences written in the present simple passive.
1) the big cake was baked by mum.
2) my phone has been stolen.
3) the fish was caught by dad.
4) paper is made from wood.
5) the pictures are drawn with a pencil.
