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Suffix: -ever words

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Most English wh- words can take the suffix -ever.

Whatever
What+ever

anything, everything or anything:

We do whatever we like.
He'll wear whatever you tell him to.
They usually go out on Friday evenings to a bar or whatever.

Whenever
When+ever

every or any time:

I smile whenever I think about her.
He goes to the gym whenever he has time.

Whoever
Who+ever

the person who:

I'd like to meet whoever is responsible for planning this conference.
Could whoever took my newspaper please return it please?

Whichever
Which+ever

Any which:

Choose whichever day is best for you.

Wherever
Anywhere, regardless of where:

Choose whichever day is best for you.

Now choose the correct -ever word to complete each sentence:

  • 1) I'll be happy ___ we decide to live.




  • 2) Choose ____ one you like.




  • 3) ___ you cook will be delicious.




  • 4) Can I speak to ___ is in charge?




  • 5) Call me ___ you are ready.




  • 6) We can go ___ you want.




  • 7) We will support ___ candidate wins.