Likes & dislikes

Decide if the words and phrases in italics in these sentences have positive connotations (for example, they tell us that someone likes or wants something) or a negative connotation (for example, they tell us if someone doesn't like something)

• 1. The idea of travelling around the world really appeals to me -

  Positive Negative
• 2. Research suggests that shoppers are attracted to brightly-lit, colourful displays -

  Positive Negative
• 3. I like him, but unfortunately he can't stand me -

  Positive Negative
• 4. I can never understand why people are so captivated by royal weddings -

  Positive Negative
• 5. A lot of people detest seafood, and some are even allergic to it -

  Positive Negative
• 6. Bigoted people disgust me with their small-minded attitudes -

  Positive Negative
• 7. He's a very punctual person, and dreads being late for anything -

  Positive Negative
• 8. My brother fancies spending some time working abroad -

  Positive Negative
• 9. I'm fascinated by new technology, and spend a lot of money on the latest electronic gadgets -

  Positive Negative
• 10. She's fond of classical music, and w ould like to be a classical pianist. -

  Positive Negative
• 11. A lot of people are keen on football, but it doesn't interest me -

  Positive Negative
• 12. We were cold and wet, and longed for a hot drink -

  Positive Negative
• 13. I don't like early morning starts, and absolutely loathe having to get изbed early -

  Positive Negative
• 14. I always look forward to my English lessons -

  Positive Negative
• 15. I'm passionate about flying, but rarely get the chance to go anywhere by plane -

  Positive Negative
• 16. She's a vegetarian, and the thought of eating meat repels her -

  Positive Negative
• 17. Supermarkets know that customers who come in for essential items like milk and bread are often tempted by special offers on other products -

  Positive Negative
• 18. We had been working very hard, and were yearning for a holiday -

  Positive Negative