48 UnIT 06 | To thine own self be true Spot on form: Talking about past decisions Read the mini-conversations and complete them with the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Sometimes you will need to add modal verbs, too. LAnGUAGE 9 A: “A while ago, a good friend (hint) that he wanted to be more than just friends. I (not want) to risk our friendship for a relationship, so I (say) no. I wish I (take) him up on it!” B: “That’s too bad, sounds like you (give) him a chance back then. Maybe you can still reconnect?” 1 A: “When I was fourteen, I (think) about quitting school and training for a job instead. In the end, I (stay) in school, but year 7 is hard. If only I (decide) to become a chef instead!” B: “I know it’s hard, and you’re so good at cooking, you (be) a really good chef. But I’m glad you decided to stay – at least we’re together!” 3 A: “Last summer, I (offer, passive!) drugs at a party. I (say) no, but sometimes I wish I (not miss) out on this experience.” B: “Are you serious? You don’t even like alcohol. I don’t think you (try) whatever they had at that party.” 2 A: “I had a hard time deciding which country to go to for my year abroad. After thinking about it for weeks, I (settle) on Thailand five minutes before the deadline! If only I (have) more time before making a decision.” B: I don’t think you (do) any more thinking. Thailand is great, you’ll love it. You’ll see!” 4 A: “ I (make) a bet with my friend the day before yesterday that I could quit social media for a whole month. If only I (not do) that. It’s so hard!” B: “Yeah, you (not make) that bet. I’m afraid you’re bound to lose!” 5 Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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