Replace the expressions in brackets with their synonyms. Use one or two words in each sentence.
Did you hand in (give the teacher) your homework?
1 After changing school, Henry found it difficult to make friends with the other classmates (students in his class).
2 When schools break up (close) for the long summer holidays, students are really happy!
3 I’ve spent a lot of time studying so I should pass (be successful in) this exam.
4 I know the words to all my favourite songs by heart (from memory).
5 We’ve got a test in French on Monday so I’m revising (preparing) for it now.
6 Peter is a popular student and he gets on (is friendly with) well with everyone.
7 At my school it’s mandatory (necessary) for students to wear a uniform.
8 University students are allowed to drop (stop doing) one subject every year.
2 Write the missing words to complete the sentences. The first letters of these words have been given.
In the first year of our university course, we take eight subjects.
1 You should always pay attention when your teacher is speaking.
2 Teachers often mark homework in their spare time at home.
3 It’s easier to find a job if you hold a degree from a good university.
4 If you don’t prepare well, you could fail your exams.
5 Natasha missed a lot of lessons when she was sick.
6 He did badly in his Maths test because he made a lot of mistakes.
7 Lucy is doing a degree in history and she’s really enjoying it.
3 Complete the sentences with the words in the box. There are more words than you need.
university mark timetable
Is your sister a university student? What does she study?
1 In a mixed ability class, some students are better at their subjects than others.
2 College graduates can usually earn more money than people without degrees.
3 Private schools aren’t free – you have to pay tuition fees .
4 I think that Science is my favourite subject at school. I love doing experiments.
5 Students must attend school until the age of sixteen – that is the law.
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