TASK 5. Complete the sentences with a suitable form of the

TASK 5. Complete the sentences with a suitable form of the verbs in brackets, adding negative forms where necessary.

1. My head is killing me! If only the children _________ (to stop) yelling! - Ill ask them to be quiet.

2. I wish John _________ (to listen) to my advice. - You should try talking to him again.

3. I wish you _________ (to pay) more attention to your teacher's instructions yesterday. - But I did, Mum.

4. If only we _________ (to attend) the performance of Romeo and Juliet yesterday. - We could go on Saturday if you like.

5. I wish I _________ (to know) how to cook. - Don't worry, I'll teach you.

6. If only you _________ (to be) here, Mum! - Don't worry, I'll be there tomorrow.

7. Will Sue be going with you to New York? - She wishes she _________ (to come), but unfortunately she's very busy at the moment.

8. If only people _________ (not/ to throw) their rubbish in the streets. - Fortunately, the town council is setting up a campaign next month.

9. I wish the boss _________ (to explain) exactly what he wants me to do every day. - Why don't you ask him to be more clear?

10. I wish you _________ (to help) me with the housework more often. - I'm sorry. I'll try to do so from now on.

11. I wish they _________ (to study) more. Their exams start soon. - Don't worry. I'm sure everything will be fine.

12. If only I _________ (not/ to forget) to post that letter. - Never mind. You can post it tomorrow instead.