Topic: HAPPY OCCASIONS

Complete these colloquial expressions.

1	I didn't know you were pregnant! When's the ........ event? a) wonderful b) joyful c) happy Well done! The 'happy event' is the day the baby is due. Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

2	Paula has passed her exams with straight 'A's, which ........ for a celebration. a) cries b) shouts c) calls Well done! If something 'calls for a celebration' it is worthy of a celebration.Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

3	The family have decided to push the ........ out and no expense is being spared on the wedding. a) boat b) ship c) vessel Well done! If you 'push the boat out' you spend lots of money on a celebration.Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

Now complete the gaps with the missing words.

4	A) We're thinking of holding a party to celebrate the happy . Can you come? B) We were really proud of our daughter's achievement and decided it called for a . C) If you're intending to the boat out why not consider renting a hotel for the guests? Well done!Try again.Your answer has been saved.

Make them your own!

1) Is there a member of your family who has celebrated the happy event recently?
2) What kind of happy events do you think call for a celebration?
3) What kind of celebrations do people often push the boat out for in your country?