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Lesson 17 Exercises

 

SEMICIRCLE W

EXERCISE 17(A)

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

I will have to walk to the bus-stop and walk to the offices.

I usually wake at six but the kids always wake at eight.

I woke up early on Monday just as the sun came up.

The story was of a wicked lad who always kicked his dog.

I think the week is going to be busy for me and the staff.

I am feeling weak so I will go upstairs to sleep it off.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

The dog always wags his tail as his master comes home.

They will make a wigwam out of sticks and leaves.

We are hearing of a war in the south counties.

I bought a reel of steel wire for the repairs on the farm.

The lads were outside but the kids were in the warm.

I shall wear the new shoes to the office party.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

The lady was selling her wares in the village shops.

He wore a red neck tie and she wore a yellow robe.

We saw some ducks swimming by the deep weir.

The snow is now worse and it is likely to keep on worsening.

He thinks it was the worst day of his life at his new job.

She will stay at work to five, as she is working on the data.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

The day may be warm but the sea is never warm here.

The kids were looking for worms in the soil.

If Rich worries all day, he will make himself ill.

Moira had a worried look on her face all day.

The horse was weary as it was walking all day.

We became wearied by his weak office jokes.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

The wood may warp if you leave it out in the snow.

This vase is worth loads of money, if you wish to sell it.

This business is worth as much as it was last year.

This china cup is worthless so it is unlikely to sell.

Gareth is worthy of all the pay they give him for the job.

The baby in her womb was kicking all day.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

The robe is going to make her look slim but womanly.

I am always awake as the sun is coming up.

As I awoke, I saw a big shadow on the window.

I was aware of a noise at the back of the house.

We are going to award Paul a pay rise for his work.

We are awarding a bonus to all those in the Wyoming office.

 

EXERCISE 17(B)

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

I am with Mark today and I am with Melanie tomorrow.

With all the cash I bought a car with big seats in the back.

I have a nice new job with City Bank in New York.

When I go to the village I will buy some shoes.

They will take this package when they go to the shops.

The kids are happy when we take them on holiday.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

What are you going to say and what are you going to do?

Laura noticed what nice shoes Sarah was wearing.

Can you ask her what she is going to do tomorrow?

Would they like to come here and would they like lunch?

I think Dick would wish to take on this new work.

Ask Mike if he would go to the shops for us.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

I am with the boss today discussing all the business affairs.

They ought to talk with the officer who saw it all.

I bought a car with the money my family has given me.

We are taking tea at five and having some cookies with it.

It is with much sadness we have to announce these deaths.

I bought a new steel fork with which to dig the soil.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

We are doing music lessons with each of the kids.

I shall be working with those tools tomorrow.

We are going to be happy with this new pay rise.

I shall be talking with these visitors at four today.

I am going with them to see the new head office.

They are at peace with themselves now they are home.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

When the time comes, you may have to deal with the worst.

You must write to me when the new book is on sale.

When it is day time, we can work for at least eight hours.

When does the notice say we can go home?

When they arrive at the hotel, give them some tea.

The staff must come into the office when we have visitors.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

What does it say on the notice on the office door?

What do they think we are going to do with the rubbish?

What do you think he said to me at the party on Sunday?

What would be his answer if we ask him to come tomorrow?

They know just what would be the right thing to do.

Ask them what would have had the best effect in this case.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

What have they put in the new book on this subject?

We are aware of what can be seen by the visitors.

What can they do for us with all the skills they have?

I was asking Jackie what was going to be the fair thing to do.

What was the noise and what was the animal making it?

I am going to ask them what were the reasons for the delays.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

Max would be the lad to hire for this house repair job.

It would be a shame to leave the food to go to waste.

I said to him, it would have to be put into boxes.

I think you would like staying at this hotel by the sea.

You would enjoy all the things they put on for visitors.

I know you would be happy to work in the shop.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

You would have loads of time to see the sights of the city.

I think Jim would have had the sense to take his car.

I have two boxes which would be enough for all the things.

I will ask Reg which would be the best book to give her.

They lost the dog which would have caused* them much worry.

We think Jock would never like to work on a farm.

 

* "caused" Distinguishing outline

 

EXERCISE 17(C)

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

Take this heavy luggage with you to the hotel.

I will be with you on your first day in the office.

Have a book with you in case the coach is delayed.

When you go home, get the food ready for the party.

I shall know when you arrive at the hotel in your car.

The boss notices when you arrive and when you leave.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

Write on the page what you have seen in the forest.

I can guess what you wish to have for your birthday.

I will write what you say and what you do on my pad.

Would you go to the store for me and get some milk?

Would you write to him to ask him to come soon?

Would you visit us and would you like to go out for lunch?

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

We think we know what may be the best way to do it.

We have what may be a high value item in the safe.

Gary would make loads of cash if he sold his business.

The hotel would receive all the new guests on Saturdays.

We have to decide what must go and what must stay.

I said, What must we buy for the tea party?

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

Jill came with us and sat with us by the sea.

He should get a high paid job with his skills.

When is Joe going and when is Josh coming here?

When is Maggie going to do the work for us?

When is the bus going to arrive at this stop?

When his boss comes in, Paul can give him the post.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

Do write and say what is going on in your home village.

What is her name and also what is her age?

I think I know what his next job is going to be.

What is the time now and what is the date today?

Would his boss like to visit our new factory?

Would his new job be paying at a higher rate?

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

When has Tom said we can take time to work on the job?

When has he said he would get the items for us?

When has the firm said it would give the staff some time off?

What has this to do with our family affairs?

What has the council said on the subject of the bus times?

What has the lady said to them when they came to the house?

 

EXERCISE 17(D)

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

You said you were in the house on the day of the robbery.

If you were rich, what would you buy for yourself?

I took out the boxes which were in the back room.

We saw some cars which were stuck in a long queue.

I saw some tourists who were asking for the way to the hall.

I know those boys who were swimming in the lake.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

They were staying at the hotel when they saw the news.

Do you know if they were at the City Bank on Tuesday?

We were all happy and jolly as we were going on holiday.

Many were wishing to see all the items in the new store.

When were they going to ask him to do the job for them?

When we are in the city, we shall visit some of the big stores.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

I think this week I will pay him a visit at his home.

You have to post the boxes of items to us this week.

It will be sunny next week so we can go to the beach.

I hope to receive my award at the village hall next week.

Last week we took some things into the new offices.

I am happy to say last week was James’s first birthday.

 

Pitman's New Era Shorthand

It is many weeks since we took a ride on the boat.

He will be working on the job for many weeks to come.

In a few weeks we shall see my mum at her new house.

Next month Tim is going to America for a few weeks.

A few weeks ago we had some new staff working for us.

They have had loads of work to do in the past few weeks.

 

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