Is Auckland the capital of Australia?
1. I don't think so.
2. I hope not.
I think this is going to be a fantastic party.
1. I hope not.
2. I hope so.
Will I have to go into hospital?
1. No, I don't think so
2. No, I don't hope so.
Will the house be finished before next year?
1. Yes, I think so.
2. Yes, I hope not.
I think it's going to be sunny this weekend.
1. I think so, because I'm playing tennis on Sunday.
2. I hope so, because I'm playing tennis on Sunday.
Are there 31 days in July?
1. I hope so.
2. I think so.
I think John's going to give a speech.
1. I hope so. He's really boring
2. I hope not. He's really boring.
Do you think there will be any food at the party?
1. I don't think so
2. I don't hope so.
I think we're going to be late.
1. Oh, dear. I think so.
2. Oh, dear. I hope not.
Excuse me? Is there a bank near here?
1. I think so, but I'm not sure.
2. I hope so, but I'm not sure.

Longman Grammar Practice Pre-Intermediate 87