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Learning about Peru

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Hear wishes, obligations and the present perfect continuous.

Listen to each sentence and write what you hear.

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Words to know

research
To study something to learn facts about it.
wish
To want something that is not possible now.
Peruvian
From Peru.

Answer key

  1. I thought we could meet for lunch today.“I thought we could” makes a suggestion politely.
  2. I wish I could, but I can’t.“I wish I could” means I would like to, but it is not possible.
  3. I have to research Peru for a story.“Have to” shows an obligation.
  4. I’ve been reading about Peru and listening to Peruvian music.“I’ve been reading” is the present perfect continuous for a recent activity.
  5. Go to the website to learn more!“To learn more” gives the reason for visiting the website.

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