2022_심화영어독해와작문

21 A Useful Expressions B Structures Language Focus Complete the sentences using the expressions from the box in the correct form. fuse into take center stage allude to come to embrace in accordance with 1. As society evolved, people more diverse cultures and traditions. 2. The colors of the sunset a magnificent masterpiece across the canvas of the sky. 3. The contract must be carried out the terms and conditions outlined in the agreement. 4. The author subtly classic myths throughout the novel, adding depth to the story. 5. Climate change has in global discussions, demanding immediate action. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the given words. 1. She’s always asking me to do things for her, as if I not have enough to do. (do) 2. Brian is a terrible driver. He drives as if he the only driver on the road. (be) as if ... You can use as if with verbs to say how somebody does something: • He ran as if he were running for his life . • When I told them my plan, they looked at me as if I were mad . After as if ,  we sometimes use the past tense form when we are talking about the present. The meaning is not past in this sentence. We use the past because the idea is not real. • I don’t like Christine. She talks as if she knew everything. (Christine does not know everything.) You can use were instead of was : • They treat me as if I were [was] their own son. (I’m not their son.)