I wish I ____ more free time at weekends.
- A. had(correct answer)
- B. have
- C. will have
- D. having
Why: The fact is I don't have much free time. Wish + past simple: had.
B114 questions · Intermediate · Conditionals and Hypothetical Language
Wish + Past Simple Exercises with Answers
I wish I had, I wish I were, I wish I could, or I hope? Practise wishes about the present and choosing between wish and hope. Answers and short explanations included.
14 questions
Sample questions with answers
I ____ you have a great time in Hà Nội.
- A. hope(correct answer)
- B. wish
- C. wished
- D. am wishing
Why: The trip can still be great. Use hope.
I wish I ____ stay longer, but my train leaves at six.
- A. could(correct answer)
- B. can
- C. will
- D. am able
Why: I can't stay longer. Wish + could.
Lessons on this topic
- Wish + Past Simple
How to use I wish + past simple for things you want to be different now, I wish I could, and when to say hope instead of wish.
