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The monarchy is often criticised for being too traditional, but it has actually changed 1   a great deal over the past few decades. Many people in Britain were critical of the young royals who were often seen out partying and amusing 2   at the taxpayer’s expense. Critics complained 3  that they should set a good example to others. However, others feel 4   that they should be allowed to relax 5   and enjoy 6   and should not have to defend 7   whenever they are seen having fun. Although Prince Charles and Camilla loved 8   , it took a long time for the British public to accept the idea of them getting married because they remembered 9   Diana and how she was deceived. However, with Prince William and his young family, the situation has changed completely. Gerund or infinitive? Read the following text. Then decide whether the verbs in brackets should be used as a gerund or an infinitive (with or without “to”). Today, the Prime Minister announced that the government will focus its attention on 1  (tackle) the rising costs of living. He promised 2  (make) it a priority in the coming months, adding that the government is planning 3  (address) the issue of rising fuel and food costs at the G8 summit.  When asked whether he could imagine 4  (lower) income tax, the PM avoided 5  (answer) the question directly, saying that the Cabinet must 6  (discuss) this before he could 7  (make) any further comment. He added that the government was considering 8  (implement) various measures to help those hit hardest. The announcement came at a time when a large number of British families are finding it difficult 9  (pay) their bills due to a sharp rise in fuel, food and energy costs. Editing Identify the mistakes – either to do with grammar or vocabulary – in each of these sentences, copy the sentences and correct them.  1. Prince Charles personally congratulated every of the actors after the performance.  2. The Queen is the Head of the Commonwealth, which has currently 53 member states.  3. The Prime Minister announced the press his new policy.  4. Many British people enjoy to watch sport on television.  5. England, Scotland and Wales have each a national saint, called a patron saint.  6. There is no United Kingdom teams for football and rugby.  7. April 1 is a day when people play jokes on themselves in Britain.  8. Most young people make GCSEs at the age of 16.  9. Some young people choose having a gap year before they go on to higher education at college or university. 10. The society has changed a great deal in Britain over the last decades, becoming much more multicultural. 4  5  19 Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv