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EXCERCISES FOR UNIT 1&2 ENGLISH 9 – 2024-2025
I.
PHRASAL VERBS

EXERCISE 1. Complete the sentences using the correct form of phrasal verbs in the box:
carry out
cut down on
hand down
come
down
get around
find out
with
hang out with
take care of
1. The city council has decided to __________ a plan to improve public transportation and reduce
traffic congestion.
2. If you __________ a cold, make sure to rest and drink plenty of water.
3. On weekends, I usually __________ my friends at the local café.
4. Despite the heavy traffic, he managed to __________ the city quite easily using public transport.
5. I was surprised to __________ that they had moved to another city without telling anyone.
6. Parents often __________ their children by working hard to provide for them.
7. By __________ using our cars, we can significantly decrease traffic congestion during rush
hours.
8. My grandmother will __________ her jewelry to me when I'm older.
EXERCISE 2. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first
sentence, using the given phrase in the brackets.
Question 1: To keep the environment unpolluted, the authority encouraged everyone to decrease
plastic usage. (cut down on)
Question 2: The local community is hosting a workshop on how to look after our mental health.
(take care of)
Question 3: The local library is a great place to get information about the history of our
community. (find out)
Question 4: The local park is a great place to return to and relax after a long day of work. (come
back)

Question 5: In order to have a good relationship with our neighbours, we bought flowers to give to
them in this event. (get on with)
Question 6: The local food bank has used up supplies, so we need to donate food as soon as
possible. (run out of)
II.

DOUBLE COMPARATIVES

EXERCISE 3. Complete the sentences using the correct forms of the adjectives in brackets.
1. The (busy) _________ the city center, the (hard) ____________ it is to find a parking spot.
2. The (crowded) ________ the streets are, the (long) ____________ it takes to get through traffic.
3. The (high) _________ the cost of living in the city, the (more) ____________ people need to
earn to afford it.
4. The (convenient) _______ the public transport system, the (easy) ____________ it is to get
around the city.
5. The (loud) _______ the city, the (difficult) ____________ it can be to find a quiet place to relax.
6. The (good) _______ the city's infrastructure, the (smooth) ____________ the traffic flow will
be.
7. The (expensive) ____________ the restaurants are, the (high) _________ the quality of food
and service usually is.
8. The (modern) ____________ the buildings, the (less) ____________ character the historic city
center might have.
9. The (many) ____________ people that live in the city, the (greater) ____________ the demand
for public services.
10. The (clean) _______ the streets, the (pleasant) _______ the city will be for residents and
visitors.
11. The (close) _______ you live to the city center, the (expensive) ____________ your rent will be.
12. The (efficient) ______ the waste management system, the (clean) ____________ the city will
be.
13. The (high) ________ the level of noise pollution, the (hard) ____________ it is to sleep at night.
14. The (many) ______ green spaces available, the (good) __________ the quality of life in the city.
15. The (affordable) ____________ housing is, the (easy) ____________ it is for people to live
comfortably in the city.
Exercise 4. Combine the sentences, using DOUBLE COMPARATIVE
1. She studies hard, she will get good grades. 
2. You rest much, you will feel better. 
3. The weather is warmer, I feel better. 
4. We leave early, we will arrive soon. 
5. We have much knowledge, we become wise. 
6. You are young, you learn easily. 
7. The hotel is expensive, the services are good. 
8. You use much electricity, your bill will be high. 
9. I thought about the plan, I like it little. 
10. He is old, he learns slowly. 
11. She eats much, she will become fat. 
12. She is older, she becomes more beautiful. 
13. You have much, you want more. 
14. I waited long. I got angry. 
15. I live far. I feel homesick.