For Teachers

Use this 12-minute lesson to build confidence with C1 risk structures through guided pattern study and practice.

Have students read the four rule cards aloud before completing the self-grading exercise items below.

For Learners

First, read the four clear rule cards carefully and notice the underlined expressions in the example sentences.

Next, complete the 12 interactive practice tasks to test your understanding from easy to advanced level.

1

run the risk of & be at risk of

Use these phrases to talk about possible danger or harm. Always follow them with a noun or an -ing form. Never use the base form of the verb after these phrases.

2

stand to

Use this phrase to talk about a result that will probably happen. Always follow it with the base verb. It is mostly used with the words lose or gain.

3

be liable to / be prone to / liable for

Use the first phrase with a base verb when an unwelcome event is likely. Use the second phrase with a noun or -ing form for something that often suffers a problem. Use the third phrase with a noun to show legal responsibility.

4

in the event of & there is every likelihood that

Use the first phrase with a noun phrase to name an event. Use the second phrase with a full sentence clause to show something is very probable. Never use a full sentence after the first phrase.

Question 1 of 12 Rule 1

____ a. Vulnerable towns without sea walls run the risk of suffering heavy storm damage. ____ b. Vulnerable towns without sea walls run the risk of suffer heavy storm damage. ____ c. Vulnerable towns without sea walls run the risk to suffer heavy storm damage.

Question 2 of 12 Rule 2

____ a. Insured businesses stand to gaining full financial coverage after the storm. ____ b. Insured businesses stand to gainful financial coverage after the storm. ____ c. Insured businesses stand to gain full financial coverage after the storm.

Question 3 of 12 Rule 4

____ a. In the event of a sudden evacuation starts, residents should follow the marked signs. ____ b. In the event of a sudden evacuation, residents should follow the marked signs. ____ c. In the event of evacuating happens suddenly, residents should follow the marked signs.

Question 4 of 12 Hint: (collapse)

____ (Type your complete sentence here...)

Question 5 of 12 Hint: (losing)

____ (Type your complete sentence here...)

Question 6 of 12 Hint: (lose)

____ (Type your complete sentence here...)

Question 7 of 12 Hint: (likelihood)

Question 8 of 12 Hint: (liability)

Question 9 of 12 Hint: (gain)

Question 10 of 12 Hint: (lose)

"Hey Alex! Don't forget your policy renewal! Without active coverage, you run the risk of lose your compensation if an accident happens."

Question 11 of 12 Hint: (clog)

"Hi Sam! The forecast says heavy rain tomorrow. Old drainage pipes are prone to clog when storms hit, so clear the gutters!"

Question 12 of 12 Hint: (fire)

"Quick update! Lower your insurance premium this month. Also, in the event of a fire breaks out, use the emergency stairs!"