Wednesday 26 February 2020

3.4.- Reading and Use of English: idioms with the verb "keep" and test part 4.



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What do you think is necessary to become a good spy?

Dos and Don'ts for Becoming a Good Spy

Dos
  • Keep a low profile in order not to be identified.
  • Keep your cool in stressing situations.
  • Keep an eye out for anyone on your way.
  • Keep track of time.
  • Keep your boss posted in relation to the latest news.
  • Keep a straight face when it is required to be serious.

Dont's
  • Don't keep your word in case of being in danger.
  • Avoid keeping your fingers crossed to make things happen.
  • Refuse to keep secrets.
  • Never keep away from reliable sources of information.

Written by Teacher Elmer Santana

Which phrases or expressions with the verb 'keep' do you know?


Meaning of the idioms with 'keep'

Exercise 1 on page 28 about the phrasal verbs with 'keep'


Other common expressions with the verb 'keep'


  • keep a secret.- not to tell anyone about the secret:
    I’ll tell you what I think, but only if you can keep a secret.
  • keep away / keep your distance.- stay far away from something:
    The tiger cubs are cute, but they’re still dangerous – you should keep your distance.
  • keep in touch.- stay in contact with someone (also “stay in touch”):
    Have you kept in touch with any of your old teachers?
  • keep track of / keep tabs on.- monitor, stay informed about:
    I have so many projects I can’t even keep track of them all.
  • keep in mind.- remember:
    When making plans for the trip, keep in mind that we’ll have the kids with us.
  • keep it up / keep up the good work.- continue doing something:
    You’re making great progress. Keep it up!
https://www.espressoenglish.net/common-english-expressions-with-catch-hold-keep/



Individual exam task on page 78




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