Question

There is a mistake with vocabulary in each in the following sentences. Find the mistakes and correct them
Example: When you apply for a job, you may have to give the names of two references. Mistake: references Correct: referees

1. There are good prospects of promoted for the right candidate.

2. At first he made a lot of money but then his luck started to go out.

3. I'm a bit short with cash - can you lend me $50?


4. He invested a lot of money for stocks and shares.

5. A very hugh percent of payments nowadays are made with credit cards.

6. It wasn't the fault from the restaurant that you ate too much!

7. Far out in the desert were some mystery ruins.

8. Tools such as swords and spears were found.

9. A herd of thieves attacked the security van.

10. Skiers are under great danger if an avalanche occurs.

11. Becky is always in the move - she never stays long in one place.

12. By the age of 30, he had filled all his goals.

Answer 1

1. There are good prospects of promotion for the right candidate. 

2. At first he made a lot of money but then his luck started to run out. 

3. I'm a bit short of cash - can you lend me $50? 

4. He invested a lot of money in stocks and shares. 

5. A very high percent of payments nowadays are done with credit cards. 

6. It wasn't the fault of the restaurant that you ate too much! 

7. Far out in the desert were some mysterious ruins.

8. Weapons such as swords and spears were found. 

9. A band of thieves attacked the security van. 

10. Skiers are in great danger if an avalanche occurs. 

11. Becky is always on the move - she never stays long in one place. 

12. By the age of 30, he had fullfilled all his goals.