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Joy English · Level A1 · Gamesjoy-english.com

A spy mission

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Hear the present perfect and “still” in a fun mission.

Listen to each sentence and write what you hear.

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Words to know

agent
A spy, or a person who works for an organisation.
air duct
A metal pipe that carries air through a building.
code
A secret system of letters or numbers.

Answer key

  1. This is Agent Flamingo, reporting for duty.“Reporting for duty” means ready to start work. Flamingo is a code name.
  2. Agent Peacock, I’m at an air duct!An air duct is a pipe that carries air through a building.
  3. Okay, I will think of the team.“Think of the team” means remember what the team needs.
  4. I'm still trying to crack the code.“Crack the code” means find the secret answer. “Still” means not finished yet.
  5. I've cracked the code, Agent Peacock!“I’ve cracked” is the present perfect: it is done now.

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