December 20, 2008
Common Everyday Phrases
have a ball
gas up
head out
Arthur: "Amy, are you ready to go to the party?"
Amy: "Sure, Arthur! You know, I love going out with the Jeffersons. We always have a ball with them!"
Arthur: "You're right! I just want to gas up before we head out."
Amy: "Good idea! We don't want to run out of gas in weather like this!
have a ball
have a wonderful time
gas up
fill the car's gas tank
head out
depart
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1. b
2. Are they very dedicated students?
3. b
4. are, were, will be
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