The oldest Highland dance appeared in Scotland in 1054. The dance appeared very energetic. Men danced it at night before battle. Scottish men didn't wear trousers in old times. They wore kilts . Some dancer stamped their feet , clapped their hands , or jumped high , as if they wanted to warm up or fight . Women started dancing later . They danced at highland games , but didn't play. They danced to bagpipes . Women wore kilts or long dresses and white blouses . Their dance was graceful but energetic too.
1. It's five years since I went skateboarding.
a. I haven't been skateboarding for five years.
2. A friend has just texted me.
c. I got a text message a short time ago.
3. She's more relaxed because she's been on holiday.
b. She's just got back from her holiday.
4. I've been doing my homework in my room.
b. I haven't finished my homework yet.
5. Oliver has been collecting coins for ten years.
c. He's still collecting coins.
6. My parents have gone to work.
a. They aren't at home right now.
6. Replace the underlined words with the words below.
1. choice
2 overall
.3. like
4. agree
5. settled
6. prefer to