📝 Daily Short Practice
🎯 Vocabulary Goal
Learn how to use chance, opportunity and possibility clearly in everyday situations.
📚 Words & Phrases
| Word or phrase | Simple meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
|
chance |
a situation where something might happen, usually by luck | There is a chance of rain tomorrow. |
|
opportunity |
a good situation to do something useful or important | She got an opportunity to work abroad last year. |
|
possibility |
something that might happen or be true but is not certain | There is a possibility that the meeting will be cancelled. |
🔍 See It in Context
Talking about Future Events
Tom: Do you think there is a chance of snow this weekend? Anna: Yes, the weather forecast says it might snow. So, there is a real chance we need to prepare. Tom: That could change our plans. But I also got an opportunity to visit my friend then. Anna: That sounds nice! You should take the opportunity if you can. Tom: I hope the possibility of snow doesn’t stop me from going. Anna: We can decide closer to the weekend and see what happens.
💡 Notice the Pattern
Difference between chance, opportunity and possibility
Chance shows something may happen by luck. Opportunity means a good situation to do something useful. Possibility is any event that might happen but is not sure.
- There is a chance you will win the prize.
- This is an opportunity to improve your English skills.
💬 Useful Examples
- I see a chance to meet new people at the conference.
- You shouldn’t miss the opportunity to learn from experts.
- There is a possibility we will finish the project early.
- He took the chance to ask for a raise when his boss was free.
✏️ Exercise 1 – Fill in the Blanks
1.
She has an ____ to study medicine at a good university (opportunity / chance / possibility).
2.
There is a ____ of rain this afternoon, so take an umbrella (opportunity / chance / possibility).
3.
We discussed the ____ that the event might be postponed (chance / opportunity / possibility).
4.
He grabbed the ____ to speak at the meeting and share his ideas (chance / opportunity / possibility).
5.
This job is a great ____ to develop your career (chance / opportunity / possibility).
🔗 Exercise 2 – Matching
1.
chance
2.
opportunity
3.
possibility
4.
She has a chance to win the competition.
5.
There is a possibility that the flight will be delayed.
✅ Exercise 3 – Multiple Choice
1.
Which word means a good situation to do something useful?
2.
In which sentence is 'chance' used correctly?
3.
What does 'possibility' mean?
4.
Choose the best sentence with 'opportunity'.
5.
Which sentence shows the correct use of 'chance' for luck?
📝 Use It Yourself
Write 2–3 sentences about a chance, opportunity or possibility you had recently.
Example:
Last week, I had the opportunity to join a free online course. There was also a chance it might be difficult, but I enjoyed it. Now, there is a possibility I will learn more.
🎙️ Speaking Practice
Practice these sentences aloud.
Say:
I have an opportunity to improve my English this year.
Say:
Is there a chance it will rain tomorrow?
Ask:
What is the possibility of travelling next month?
Say:
She took the chance to speak with the manager.
🔎 Answer Key
Exercise 1 – Fill in the Blanks
1. opportunity
2. chance
3. possibility
4. chance
5. opportunity
Exercise 2 – Matching
1. c – the possibility of something happening by luck
2. d – a good situation for doing something useful
3. e – something that might happen but is not certain
4. a – She might win the competition by luck.
5. b – The flight might be late but it is not sure.
Exercise 3 – Multiple Choice
1. opportunity
2. There is a chance you will see the new movie tonight.
3. Something that might happen but is not sure.
4. I have the opportunity to travel next month.
5. There is a chance of meeting an old friend at the party.