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What's the difference on usage of WAIT and EXPECT?



 
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What's the difference on usage of WAIT and EXPECT? Sun Apr 01, 2007 1:32 am  What's the difference on usage of WAIT and EXPECT?
 

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #54 "Chit Chat: At the bus stop", question 5

Mike: That's true but you have to ......... a long time for a bus.

(a) attend
(b) expect
(c) wait
(d) await

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #54 "Chit Chat: At the bus stop", answer 5

Mike: That's true but you have to wait a long time for a bus.

Correct answer: (c) wait

Your answer was: incorrect
Mike: That's true but you have to expect a long time for a bus.
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What?s the difference on usage of WAIT AND EXPECT?

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What's the difference on usage of WAIT and EXPECT? Sun Apr 01, 2007 12:12 pm  What's the difference on usage of WAIT and EXPECT?
 

Hi Getta,

The difference is between 'wait for' and 'expect'. You could for example 'wait for a postal delivery' at your house. This means you stay in the house until it comes. If you expect a 'delivery of a parcel' at your house, this means this is what you believe/hope or anticipate will happen.

Hope this helps.

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