This is an interactive, multiple-choice exercise with questions to practise the use of “wish” to talk about imaginary past and present situations, as a synonym of want and to complain. This quiz is part of a complete lesson on the use of the verb “wish” in our upper-intermediate English course. There is a presentation of the relevant grammar for this exercise in the “Materials” tab above.
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This jacket looks awful and it was really expensive. I wish I _______ it.
“I wish ______ a complaint!” Said Karen, angry at the poor service.
I live in Paris, but it’s difficult because I don’t speak the language very well. I wish I _____ French better!
I wish he _____ with his mouth full.
I wish ____ a bit of a break to relax and recharge my batteries.
I didn’t buy a lottery ticket last week and my numbers won! If only ____ a ticket!
Do you have your final exam tomorrow? I wish _____.
That was supposed to be a secret! I wish that you _________ anyone.
I’m not very good at basketball because I’m quite short, I wish _____ taller!
I’d rather you _______ that.