I Wish and If Only Exercises for Wishes and Regrets B1+

Exercise 1

Select the right choices to finish the text.

Last week, after the interview, I started thinking about how things had gone. I 1️⃣ more confident during the interview. 2️⃣ better answers for the technical questions, I might have made a stronger impression. At one point, I forgot an important example, and 3️⃣ it under pressure.

After leaving the office, I kept replaying the conversation in my head. 4️⃣ more clearly about my previous experience. I also realized that 5️⃣ more questions about the role. That would have shown my interest more clearly.

Later that evening, I received a polite rejection email. 6️⃣ me more detailed feedback. 7️⃣ exactly what they were looking for, I could have focused on that. Now, 8️⃣ so disappointed about the result.

Still, I remind myself that every experience is a lesson. 9️⃣ the same mistakes next time, I will improve. Looking ahead, 1️⃣0️⃣ after one rejection.