A handout containing the pairs of sentences that follow was ...

A handout containing the pairs of sentences that follow was given 9th graders for translation, observation and comparison. Being the use of a specialized online dictionary, indicated by the teacher, allowed and encouraged, by means of the teacher’s orientations and guidance while it happens the sharing of students’ perceptions it should be possible to:

1.a) Bill had a golden opportunity this semester.
1.b) Bill had a golden chance this semester.

2.a) She is stubborn, and won’t change her mind.
2.b) She is stubborn, and won’t change her thought.

3.a) Unfortunately mom is a heavy smoker.
3.b) Unfortunately mom is a big smoker.

4.a) Are you fully aware of this medicine’s side effects?
4.b) Are you entirely aware of this medicine’s side effects?

5.a) The teacher gave us advice.
5.b) The teacher offered us advice.