ESL Usage Lesson: Would Rather
In this exercise, students practice writing sentences about their preferences using the phrase “would rather”.
Would Rather – REVIEW
Rewrite these sentences using “would rather”
1. I’ve had bad experiences with Western doctors, so I decided to go to a Chinese doctor.
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2. For summer vacation, I want to stay home rather than going on a trip.
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3. Marsha grew up on a farm, so she wants to live in the country instead of a city.
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4. I don’t want a dog for a pet. I want a cat instead.
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5. English is so hard! I want to study Chinese instead!
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6. Jim likes to cook at home rather than spending money at a restaurant.
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7. I have to choose an after-school activity. Many of my friends chose to play football, but I don’t like football, so I think I will play basketball instead.
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Now write two of your own sentences, using “would rather”
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