SENTENCE TRANSFORMATION

1. It’s been months since I last spoke with Paul. (contact)

I haven’t ___________________________________________________ months.
2. She was going to hand in her notice when her boss decided to promote her. (point)
She _______________________________________________ notice when her boss decided to promote her.
3. I have prepared the lessons very carefully so I am not nervous at this examination.
Without my _______________________________________________ nervous at this examination.
4. The ship has an accident as soon as it started its excursion in the Han River. (had)
No sooner _______________________________________________ in the Han River than it had an accident.
5. It is a foregone conclusion that you will pass this examination. (saying)
It _______________________________________________ this examination.
6. She can’t have any more children because of her age.
She is too _______________________________________________.
7. I will marry her and I do not care how old she is.
No matter _______________________________________________.
8. The storm competely wiped out all my crops.
I had _______________________________________________.
9. “I am sorry I was rude to you yesterday” said my boss to me.
My boss _______________________________________________.
10. He said he had won as a result of good luck.
He attributed _______________________________________________.
11. The truth only came out on the publication of the genral’s personal diaries.
Only when _______________________________________________.
12. Their chances of success are small.
It is not _______________________________________________.
13. I rarely sleep in the afternoon.
I’m not in _______________________________________________.
14. There is nobody in this office that will offer a different opinion to the one I gave you.
Whoever _______________________________________________.
15. That the press heaped scorn on the handling of the crisis is immaterial to us.
Of _______________________________________________.
16. The continued to suggest that I was lying. (persisted)
_______________________________________________.
17. This is the first time I have seen her in my life. (set)
_______________________________________________.
18. His irresponsible attitude is endangering his career as a doctor. (jeopardy)
_______________________________________________.
19. The police arrived as the thieves were commiting the crime. (red-handed)
_______________________________________________.
20. Some people say that Tsiolkovsky invented the space rocket. (credited)
_______________________________________________.
21. Bruce said that the situation at work was like a family argument. (likened)
_______________________________________________.
22. Not many people attended the concert. (poorly)
_______________________________________________.
23. The arrived at their destionation alive and kicking. (sound)
_______________________________________________.
24. At this moment I only have time to think about my university thesis. (preoccupied)
_______________________________________________.
25. It’s a waste of time to try and explain anything to Tony. (worth)
_______________________________________________.
26. Our boss is absolutely determined not to give us that pay rise. (intent)
Our boss _______________________________________________ the pay rise.
27. The value of sterling has fallen considerably in the past week.
There _______________________________________________.
28. Suppose we make no changes at all for the time being?
What _______________________________________________.
29. It’s rumored that we will have a new manager.
Rumor has _______________________________________________.
30. My salary is half what I would be in the job I was offered in January.
If _______________________________________________.
31. Is there any likelihood of thier passing the exam?
Are they likely _______________________________________________?
32. Thanks for reminding me about the meeting – otherwise I would have missed it.
If you _______________________________________________.
33. Under no circumstances should you phone the police.
The last _______________________________________________.
34. The house seemed to have been unoccupied for several years.
The house looked _______________________________________________.
35. I’m certainly not going to give you any more money.
I have no _______________________________________________.
36. The number of poeple who attended the fair exceeded our expectations.
More people _______________________________________________.
37. The resisdents get very angry when the bicycles are left in the hallway.
The residents all wish bicycles _______________________________________________.
38. “John shouldn’t have bahaved so badly.”, said Janet.
Janet objected _______________________________________________.
39. Anna failed to understand how serious her illness was until she spoke to the doctor.
Not until _______________________________________________.
40. They set off to climb the mountain in spite of the fog.
Although _______________________________________________.
41. I’m sure Jim had left when they arrived.
Jim _______________________________________________.
42. We allow anyone to enter if they are ready.
Anyone _______________________________________________.
43. Paul hates waiting for the bus.
Paul can’t _______________________________________________.
44. Sue left the office right before the manager arrived her.
No sooner _______________________________________________.
45. This is the first time we have visited London.
This is our _______________________________________________.
46. John spent all his time working. (devoted)
_______________________________________________.
47. The bus was too crowded for him to put his case down. (room)
_______________________________________________.
48. Find out more about working conditions before you contact the manager. (until)
_______________________________________________.
49. They share a lot of hobbies and interests. (common)
_______________________________________________.
50. She has always had a good relationship with the children. (got)
_______________________________________________.
51. The Member of Parliament did everything he could to exploit the situation. (advantage)
The Member of Parliament did everything ___________________________________________ the situation.
52. George demand that the project should be finished now. (insistent)
George _______________________________________________ the project.
53. I really don’t know what you are talking about. (faintest)
I dont _______________________________________________ what you are talking about.
54. There is nothing strange about this. (out)
There _______________________________________________ about this.
55. In the end we had to walk to the railway atation.
We ended _______________________________________________.
56. It was not until five years had elapsed that the whole truth about the murder came out.
Not for another _______________________________________________.
57. He was really jealous when he saw his brother’s new car. (green)
He was _______________________________________________.
58. My impression of him was that he was a very capable person.
He struck _______________________________________________.
59. You’re so lazy, you don’t deserve to pass your exams next month.
You are so lazy so it you serve _______________________________________________.
60. I don’t know why Fred made such an extraordinary decision. (prompted)
I don’t know _______________________________________________ a decision.
61. Inefficient treatment of customers creates a bad impression the the company. (reflects)
Treating customers with a lack of _______________________________________________ the company.
62. The organizers planned everything as carefully as they could possibly have done. (utmost)
Evrything was planned _______________________________________________ by the organizers.
63. Coming second didn’t make her feel any better because she only wanted to win. (consolation)
Coming second _______________________________________________ was all that mattered to her.
64. I promised him that the situation would not be repeated in the future. (word)
I _______________________________________________ no repetition of the situation in the future.
65. The inhabitants were far worse-off twenty years ago than they are noew.
The inhabitants are nowhere _______________________________________________.
66. The chairman’s leaving just before you’re due to arrive.
By the _______________________________________________.
67. It was difficult to understand her colleagues’ open hostility towards her proposal.
That her colleagues _______________________________________________.
68. They only reimbursed us because we took legal advice.
We wouldn’t _______________________________________________.
69. We’ve had lots of arguements with that particular harbor master before.
This isn’t _______________________________________________.
70. There is a strong possibility that the species of rhino will become extinct. (danger)
The species of rhino is _______________________________________________ extinct.
71. I thought Sue’s original plan was to move to Australia.
I _______________________________________________ was originally planning to move to Australia.
72. The team are determined to finish the race however tough it is. (matter)
The team are determined to finish the race _______________________________________________ be.
73. Jill wished she had tried to have a better relationship with her father. (get)
Jill regretted _______________________________________________ better with her father.
74. I hate it when people lie to me which is why I split up with Simon. (stand)
I _______________________________________________ to, which is why I split up with Simon.
75. Many companies were immediately affected by the new regulation. (effect)
_______________________________________________.
76. He is unlikely to carry out the plan. (practice)
_______________________________________________.
77. I’m going to have a problem because of the change of plan. (pose)
_______________________________________________.
78. A great many people will congratulate her if she wins. (showered)
_______________________________________________.
79. You couldn’t do anything more stupid than to give up your job now. (height)
_______________________________________________.
80. He worked vey hard, but he was unable to earn enough for his living.
Hard-working _______________________________________________.
81. “Nothing will persuade me to sleep in that haunted house.”, she said.
She flatly _______________________________________________.
82. I was too scared to tell him what I really thought.
I lacked _______________________________________________.
83. The house shouldn’t be unlocked for any reason.
On no _______________________________________________.
84. The students in his class come from many different places, which makes the place very special. (wide)
_______________________________________________.
85. When I make my complaint, I hope that you will say you agree with me. (back)
_______________________________________________.
86. I forgot his birthday last week and do not know how to make it up to him. (amends)
_______________________________________________.
87. She is likely to be shortlisted for the position. (stands)
_______________________________________________.
88. Don’t hesitate to make use of the library’s resources. (avail)
_______________________________________________.
89. The company presents a gold watch to each of its retiring employees.
Each _______________________________________________.
90. They tried hard so they would pass the exam.
With _______________________________________________.
91. On his way home, Terry had an unfortunate accident.
Terry met _______________________________________________.
92. The Pacific Ocean is on average deeper than The Atlantic.
The average _______________________________________________.
93. The result of the match was never in doubt.
At no _______________________________________________.
94. The boy was about to cry when he was punished by his mother. (point)
The boy was _______________________________________________ when he was punished by his mother.
95. Were Jack not so affluent a man, she would not be dating him. (but)
_______________________________________________, she would not be dating him.
96. By chance I was in that town when the earthquake started. (happened)
I _______________________________________________ in that town when the earthquake started.
97. I’m sure it wasn’t Mrs. Smith you saw because she’s in Singapore. (been)
It _______________________________________________ you saw because she’s in Singapore.
98. Andrew is said to be a very good cook. (reputation)
Andrew _______________________________________________ a very good cook.
99. People say that there is oil under the North Sea.
There _______________________________________________.
100. I’ve never met such a famous person before.
It’s _______________________________________________.
101. House prices have risen dramatically this year.
There has _______________________________________________.
102. He speakes more persuasively than his brother.
He is a _______________________________________________.
103. Your silly questions distracted me.
You drove _______________________________________________.
104. This liver condition is common among those who drink a lot.
This liver condition _______________________________________________ drinkers.
105. “I think the whole idea is ridiculous.”, he said.
He dismissed _______________________________________________.
106. He threatened the officers with violence.
He made _______________________________________________.
107. It shouldn’t have surprised me that my children didn’t like the new, cheaper ice-cream.
I might _______________________________________________.
108. She wore headphones in order not to disturb anyone.
She wore headphones lest _______________________________________________.
109. The police ended the fighting between two gangs by arresting the leaders.(stop)
_______________________________________________.
110. He is becoming quite famous as an entertainer. (name)
_______________________________________________.
111. I’m afraid our problems are only just beginning. (iceberg)
_______________________________________________.
112. I don’t intend to sell this house. (intention)
_______________________________________________.
113. He is determined to become a doctor. (heart)
_______________________________________________.
114. Although I tried hard, I couldn’t lift the suitcase.
Try _______________________________________________.
115. The best way to make them work hard is to promise them a reward.
Promise _______________________________________________.
116. Mark is a passionate skier and she also take part in skate boarding tournaments.
Apart from _______________________________________________.
117. You are allowed to play in my garden if you promise not to do anything wrong.
So long _______________________________________________.
118. It was a nice party when you take everything into consideration.
All things _______________________________________________.
119. The manager should think about experience when hiring new staff. (consideration)
The manager should _______________________________________________ when hiring new staff.
120. He saw the litter on the ground and picked it up and put it in the bin immediately. (hesitation)
He grabbed the rubbish off the ground and threw it ______________________________________________.
121. There is no ice-cream left. (run)
We _______________________________________________ ice-cream.
122. “Do you know the way to the Italian restaurant?” Julie asked Maria. (where)
Julie asked Maria _______________________________________________ the Italian restaurant was.
123. Steve is interested in learning how to design web sites. (like)
Steve _______________________________________________ how to design web sites.
124. Absolute secrecy eas crucial to the success of the mission.
Without _______________________________________________.
125. The fourth time he asked her to marry him, she accepted.
Only on his _______________________________________________.
126. Sarah could not find the right way to the beach.
It was _______________________________________________.
127. My protests was ignore by everybody.
Nobody took _______________________________________________.
128. But for his contributions, the project wouldn’t have been completed successfully.
If it _______________________________________________.
129. I didn’t feel like doing anything energetic. (mood)
_______________________________________________.
130. He play computer games all day. (entire)
_______________________________________________.
132. It is highly unlikely that the meeting will end before 8. (chances)
_______________________________________________.
133. He never felt so emotional when he looked at a picture. (time)
_______________________________________________.
134. Tom looks nothing likes his father. (take)
_______________________________________________.
135. “You’ve passed the exam? Oh well done!” my aunt said to me. (on)
My aunt _______________________________________________ the exam.
136. At the moment people think the accident is Nick’s fault. (blamed)
Nick is currently _______________________________________________ the accident.
137. Although it’s fun being with her, I think she talks too much. (company)
Much as I _______________________________________________ too talkative.
138. There is a rumour that the principal is planning to retire early. (rumoured)
The principal _______________________________________________ early retirement.
139. I was in the middle of my speech when Pippa interrupted me.
Pippa _______________________________________________ through my speech.
140. The only way you can bacome a good student is by studying hard everyday.
Only by _______________________________________________.
141. Would you mind not smoking in here?
I’d rather _______________________________________________.
142. My father was sound asleep in his chair worn out after his day in the field.
So _______________________________________________.
143. My new boss has difficulty in getting up early in London.
My boss is _______________________________________________.
144. I don’t like him because he boast a lot. (mouth)
_______________________________________________.
145. This mix-up is not my fault. (blame)
_______________________________________________.
146. There is nothing new about defence alliances. (hills)
_______________________________________________.
147. The man in that painting reminds me of my uncle. (resemblance)
_______________________________________________.
148. We couldn’t have been managed without my father’s money.
If it hadn’t _______________________________________________.
149. The only thing they didn’t steal was the television.
They stole _______________________________________________.
150. He didn’t succeed in searching for the stolen car.
He tried in vain _______________________________________________.
151. She started to clean up the house just after the guests had left.
No sooner _______________________________________________.
152. The boy was about to cry when he was reprimanded by his mother.
The boy was on _______________________________________________.
153. People believe that the Chinese invented paper in 105 A.D.
Paper _______________________________________________.
154. As people use a lot of wood-pulp, many trees are cut down.
The more _______________________________________________.
155. It takes six hours to drive from here to London.
It is _______________________________________________.
156. He got so angry that no one dared to say anything.
So _______________________________________________.
157. If you want to see me, come here by six a.m. (provided)
_______________________________________________.
158. He won’t let anyone touch his records. (objects)
_______________________________________________.
159. He didn’t think much of the musical show yesterday. (opinion)
_______________________________________________.
160. The concert wasn’t as good as he hoped. (expectations)
_______________________________________________.
161. We missed the beginning of the concert because we had overslept. (consequence)
_______________________________________________.
162. The collision didn’t damage my car much.
Not a great _______________________________________________.
163. They are going to built a new school in this area.
A new school _______________________________________________.
164. Please don’t ask me that question.
I’d rather _______________________________________________.
165. She was so beautiful that I couldn’t stop looking at her. (eyes)
_______________________________________________.
166. The young actress was very nervous before the audition. (butterflies)
_______________________________________________.
167. Winning that prize has made him very conceited (head)
_______________________________________________.
168. When he was a child he loved dismantling things - to see how they worked (pieces)
_______________________________________________.
169. I do wish you stop biting your nails, Brain! It really annoys me. (nerves)
_______________________________________________.
170. English people in general don’t like complaining in public. (fuss)
_______________________________________________.
171. Could you guard my handbag for me while I go to the toilet? (eye)
_______________________________________________.
172. She’s not really upset; she’s only pretending. (act)
_______________________________________________.
173. We’re moving to Bristol next week but we promise to stay in contact with you. (touch)
_______________________________________________.
174. You made an embarrassing mistake when you ask him where his wife was. Didn’t you realise she was dead?
(foot)
_______________________________________________.
175. I hate the winter – it really depresses me. (down)
_______________________________________________.
176. It was hard not to start laughing when she started to sing. (face)
_______________________________________________.
177. Many husbands often don’t appreciate their wives, and vice-versa. (granted)
_______________________________________________.
178. I happen to know the manager of the firm you have applied to for a job. I can reccomend you if you like. (word)
_______________________________________________.
179. “All this happened a long, long time ago”, said the history teacher. (place)
_______________________________________________.
180. Many people nowadays find it increasingly difficult to exist on the money they earn. (ends)
_______________________________________________.
181. Minh had not been to London before. (visit)
It _______________________________________________ London.
182. Ballet doesn’t interest Staphanie. (interested)
Stephanie _______________________________________________ ballet.
183. Visitors to the zoo are not allowed to feed the animals. (must)
The animals _______________________________________________ by visitors to the zoo.
184. “I’ll see you later, Anne.” he said. (told)
He _______________________________________________ see her later.
185. There were more students in school in 2010 than in 2008. (as)
There were _______________________________________________ in school in 2008 as in 2010
186. I wonder how she learnt to speak English so well. (like)
I _______________________________________________ know she learnt to speak English so well.
187. It’s a good thing you wrote the letter or we wouldn’t have know what happened. (you)
We wouldn’t have know what happened _______________________________________________ that letter.
188. Although he can’t swim himself, Dan is very keen that his children should learn. (unable)
Despite ___________________________________ himself, Dan is very keen that his children should learn.
189. I’ve had enough of your untidiness. (put)
I refuse _______________________________________________ your intidiness any more.
190. Nobody apart from my mother thought I would win the race. (person)
My mother was _______________________________________________ thought I would win the race.
191. The manager says he’d like to discuss the sales figures with you tomorrow. (word)
_______________________________________________.
192. Hard as I tried, I couldn’t open the window. (matter)
_______________________________________________.
193. I think we should abolishh all these antiquated customs. (done)
_______________________________________________.
194. She is always helpful to everyone. (assist)
_______________________________________________.
195. We haven’t sold many cars this month. (demand)
_______________________________________________.
196. Bill reckoned that his successs was due to incredible luck. (put)
_______________________________________________.
197. I didn’t want a serious conversation. (mood)
_______________________________________________.
198. It was the weakness of the foundation that led to the collapse of the building. (if)
_______________________________________________.
199. He is an enthusiastic environmentalist and that impresses me. (which)
_______________________________________________.
200. “Don’t move or I’ll shoot!” the bank robber said to the clerk. (threatened)
_______________________________________________.
201. “You’ve broken my radio, Frank!” said Jane. (accused)
Jane _______________________________________________ her radio.
202. My car really needs repairing soon. (must)
I really _______________________________________________ repaired soon.
203. Susan regrets not bying that house. (wishes)
Susan _______________________________________________ that house.
204. I could never have succeeded without your help. (you)
I could never have succeeded _______________________________________________ me.
205. I thought I might run out of cash, so I took my cheque-book with me. (case)
I took my cheque-book with me _______________________________________________ out of case.
206. The fans waved their scarves, shouted and ran onto the pitch. (waving)
_______________________________________________ shouting, the fans ran onto the pitch.
207. Speaking for my colleagues, I would like to thank you. (of)
On _______________________________________________, I would like to thank you.
208. As I realised there was no one at home, I left the parcel in the shed. (on)
_______________________________________________, I left the parcel in the shed.
209. I like to spend most of my time in the open air. (doors)
I like to _______________________________________________ most of the time.
210. I am not to be disturbed under any circumstances. (no)
Under _______________________________________________ to be disturbed.
211. Unless you change your mind, I won’t be able to help you. (don’t)
_______________________________________________.
212. Arthur is sometimes really irritating! (can)
_______________________________________________.
213. “How about going to the theatre instead?” (shall)
_______________________________________________.
214. If you hadn’t support me, my plan would have failed. (but)
_______________________________________________.
215. It’s about time the governments should change the education system in order to produce better young
generations. (be)
_______________________________________________.
216. “Let me take you home on my motorbike.” Son said to me. (offered)
_______________________________________________.
217. Chimpanzees are said to be very intelligent. They are capable of learning sign language. (because of)
_______________________________________________.
218. “Please turn off the light before leaving.” said the tracher. (reminded)
_______________________________________________.
219. Those were very difficult assignments. We had to spend two weeks finishing them. (therefore)
_______________________________________________.
220. The use of chemotherapy to treat cancer has many benefits. However, it has several severe side effects. (despite)
_______________________________________________.
221. “Can you give me a lift to school?” he asked his friend.
He asked his friend _______________________________________________.
222. I’m amazed by the mistakes you have made.
What _______________________________________________.
223. For further information, please send a self-addressed envelope to the above address.
Further information can _______________________________________________.
224. The northwest of Britain has more rain each year than the shoutheast.
The annual _______________________________________________.
225. If anyone succeeds in solving the problems, it will probably be him.
He is the most _______________________________________________.
226. These day, she is cheerful. (sprits)
_______________________________________________.
227. Carol claimed that she hadn’t understood my request. (made)
_______________________________________________.
228. There was no conclusion at the end of the workshop. (conclude)
_______________________________________________.
229. Life in the countryside was completely different from that in the city. (difference)
_______________________________________________.
230. He watched videos all day. (entire)
_______________________________________________.
231. You could be arrested for not giving a breath sample to the police.
Refusal _______________________________________________.
232. The staff hated Frank’s new policies intensely and so went on strike.
So intense _______________________________________________.
233. The reason why I was given promotion was that Laurence recommended me.
But _______________________________________________.
234. Mr. Footer asked me to write this letter to you.
It was at _______________________________________________.
235. My father is really angry when he find out that I’ve lost the car keys. (wall)
_______________________________________________.
236. When they broke the news, she stayed perfectly calm and controlled. (hair)
_______________________________________________.
237. She wasn’t speaking seriously. (tongue)
_______________________________________________.
238. People say that there is hardly any difference between love and hatred. (line)
_______________________________________________.
239. “I didn’t harm anybody!” cried the accused.
The accused denied _______________________________________________.
240. Your scheme is brillant, but it won’t succeed. (doomed)
Brillant though _______________________________________________ failure.
241. There was no further delay in awarding the prizes. (ado)
The prizes _______________________________________________.
242. Adrian was the only person who didn’t enjoy the party. (with)
Everyone enjoyed the party _______________________________________________ Adrian.
243. I always dinf chess problems like that quite impossible. (defeat)
Chess problems _______________________________________________ me.
244. I thought I could count on your support at the meeting. (up)
I had hoped _______________________________________________ at the meeting.
245. Please read the instructions carefully before you use this applicance. (making)
Before _______________________________________________, please read the instructions carefully.
246. There is no point in asking George to help. (worth)
It _______________________________________________ George to help.
247. The last time I saw him was when I lived in London. (since)
I _______________________________________________ I left London.
248. I don’t normally go into town by car. (used)
I _______________________________________________ into town by car.
249. Nobody plays this piece as beautifully as he does. (more)
He plays this piece _______________________________________________ else.
250. We didn’t think that he would win the prize. (doubtful)
_______________________________________________.
251. I cannot cope at all with my new job, and that bothers me. (depth)
I wish _______________________________________________ my new job.
252. I prefer to get value for money by staying at the theme park all day. (worth)
I’d rather I _______________________________________________ by staying at the theme park all day.
253. My new MP3 player was twice the price of yours. (expensive)
Your MP3 player was _______________________________________________ mine.
254. There is no evidence for this theory. (foundation)
The theory _______________________________________________.
255. You need to watch Laura closely to make sure that she does her work properly. (sharp)
You need to _________________________________________ to make sure that she does her work properly.
256. People are allowed to get in if they display the permit. (condition)
People are allowed to get in ______________________________________________ they display the permit.
257. I suggest that you should not forget the dictionary next lesson. (better)
You ______________________________________________ the dictionary next lesson.
258. Don’t you think they should give out a new version of Mr. Simple. (about)
Don’t you think it’s _____________________________________________ out a new version of Mr. Simple.
259. Some people will do anything to win a girl’s heart. (lengths)
Some people will ______________________________________________ to win a girl’s heart.
260. I think they are largely responsible for what happened. (small)
I hold them ______________________________________________ responsible for what happened.
261. Pop in for a chat whenever you are in town. (happen)
If ______________________________________________, pop in for a chat.
262. Paula had just reached the gate when it began to rain. (than)
No sooner ______________________________________________ it began to rain.
263. We had expected Alan to be late, but he came home early. (expectations)
Contrary ______________________________________________, Alan came home early.
264. Instead of spending money on clothes, I prefer to spend it on books. (spend)
I would ______________________________________________ on books than on clothes.
265. I’m not responsible for telling Mark to buy Jane a present. (up)
It’s ______________________________________________ to buy Jane a present.
266. Exchange rates can fluctuate at this time of year. (subject)
Exchange rates ______________________________________________ at this time of year.
267. By the time we got to the sale, every book had been sold. (single)
By the time we got to the sale, there ______________________________________________.
268. Rosa found it very difficult to persuade her boss to give her a pay rise. (great)
Rosa had ______________________________________________ to give her a pay rise.
269. The heavy rainfall caused floods in the area. (result)
There were floods in the area ______________________________________________ the heavy rainfall.
270. The match couldn’t take place because of a heavy snowstorm. (prevented)
A heavy snowstorm ______________________________________________ place.
271. The warmth of her welcome surpised me. (aback)
I ______________________________________________ her warm welcome.
272. I would strongly advise you to apologize for your mistakes. (better)
You ______________________________________________ your mistakes.
273. Sandra gets notice because of her bright orange hair. (stands)
Sandra ______________________________________________ has bright orange hair.
274. Brian is the splitting image of his father. (resemblance)
Brian ______________________________________________ his father.
275. It won’t hurt to tell your boss how you feel. (lose)
You have ______________________________________________ your boss how you feel.
276. He didn’t pay any attention to the numerous warning letters he received. (notice)
He ______________________________________________ the numerous warning letters he received.
277. The meeting wasn’t nearly as bad as I had expected. (turned)
The meeting ______________________________________________ I had expected.
278. Many people believe that all cats have tails, but they’re wrong. (popular)
Contrary ______________________________________________ cat have tails.
279. It is not very likely that Angela will be given the leading role.
Angela has ______________________________________________ the leading role.
280. Their decision not to compete in the event shocked everyone. (came)
Their decision not to compete in the event _____________________________________________ everyone.
281. I really think you should get a new car. (time)
I really think it’s ______________________________________________ a new car.
282. There seems to be hardly any similarity between our lives any more. (common)
Our lives seem ______________________________________________ any more.
283. The cream she recommended really improved my complexion. (wonders)
The cream she recommended ______________________________________________ complexion.
284. Her succees is largely attributable to her rigorous training regime. (put)
Her succees can ______________________________________________ her rigorous training regime.
285. While he was clearing out the car, my father found my camera. (came)
My father ___________________________________________ my camera while he was clearing out the car.
286. Jack has such a vivid imagination; it is possible that he invented the whole story. (made)
Jack has such a vivid imagination; ___________________________________________ the whole story.
287. They didn’t have enough money to go abroad on holiday last year. (afford)
They ___________________________________________ abroad on holiday last year.
288. If there is a fire, you must not use the lift to leave the building. (event)
___________________________________________, you must not use the lift to leave the building.
289. I would prefer you not to come, if you dont mind. (rather)
I ___________________________________________, if you don’t mind.
290. I really don’t see how people can blame John for what happened. (held)
I really don’t see how ___________________________________________ what happened.
291. The introduction of African grasses led to more frequent fires. (resulted)
The introduction of African grasses ___________________________________________.
292. When I was at school, I had no choice but to wear a uniform. (made)
I ___________________________________________ a uniform when I was at school.
293. I hate it when people interrupt me when I’m talking. (stand)
I ___________________________________________ me when I’m talking.
294. She is proud of being able to communicate in English effectively. (ability)
She prides ___________________________________________ in English effectively.
295. The thought of the possible consequences fills me with horror.
I dread to ___________________________________________.
296. We shouldn’t overstate the important of students’ accuracy.
We shouldn’t place ___________________________________________.
297. It seems most likely that we’ll lose the next match.
There’s a slim ___________________________________________.
298. Most people travel by boat in Venice.
Boats are ___________________________________________.
299. The council is unlikely to accept the plans for a new sport center unless the cost is reduced. (meet)
The plans for a new sport centre are ______________________________________ unless the cost is reduced.
300. I’ve always thought it’s best to stand your ground when there’s a dispute. (believed)
I’ve never ___________________________________________ of a dispute.
301. People are threatened by violence morning, noon and night in some large cities. (constant)
People are living ___________________________________________ in some large cities.
302. I dislike journalists because I distrust their motives. (liking)
My ___________________________________________ I distrust.
303. I really think my son is going to be a hugely successful businessman. (hopes)
I ___________________________________________ becoming a hugely successfull businessman.
304. The hurden was so heavy that the poor bull found it impossible to move.
Such ___________________________________________.
305. Stephanie was very excited when she saw him.
Stephanie was beside ___________________________________________.
306. The water was too deep for him.
He was out of ___________________________________________.
307. She was quite exhausted by the demanding timetable.
She found ___________________________________________.
308. Only Alain Prost has won more Formula One races.
With the ___________________________________________.
309. You have to accept the truth although it’s hurtful. (terms)
Hurtful ___________________________________________.
310. The wind was so strong that we couldn’t walk. (hardly)
Such ___________________________________________.
311. My dad is now abroad and I am in charge of the office. (under)
My dad has ___________________________________________.
312. He was extremely happy because he won that scholarship. (moon)
Had ___________________________________________.
313. He received another letter from her as soon as he found time to reply her. (round)
No sooner ___________________________________________.
314. Regarding payment, most major credit cards are acceptable.
As far as ___________________________________________.
315. My parents think that I should go to the university rather than start a job immediately.
My parents would prefer ___________________________________________.
316. The soldiers entered the castle while it was dark.
Under ___________________________________________.
317. He owed his life to that surgeon. (indebted)
He ___________________________________________ life.
318. There wasn’t a single ticket left for the concert so we couldn’t go. (sell-out)
The ___________________________________________ couldn’t go.
319. You have the ability to do really well in your career if you make an effort. (mind)
You could do really well ___________________________________________ to it.
320. The news of the merger really surprised the staff. (taken)
The staff ___________________________________________ by the merger.
321. I expected the film to be good, but it wasn’t at all. (live)
The film ___________________________________________ at all.
322. He maintained his position against his adverary. (ground)
___________________________________________.
323. We cannot make any comparison with her sacrifice. (compare)
___________________________________________.
324. When I heard her speak, it affected my profoundly. (impact)
___________________________________________.
325. He is becoming quite famous as an interviewer. (name)
___________________________________________.
326. He is very good at cooking spaghetti. (dab)
___________________________________________.
327. It wasn’t my fault the business failed.
Through no ___________________________________________.
328. It was easy for us to find the house.
We had ___________________________________________.
329. You should excuse his bad manners; he’s only a child.
You should ___________________________________________.
330. I took little notice of the girl standing at the gate.
I didn’t ___________________________________________.
331. I find his clothes the most irritating about him.
What ___________________________________________.
332. Why didn’t they tell us they were going to sell their house.
I wish ___________________________________________.
333. We would not be able to prepare the show without the money from our sponsors.
Were it ___________________________________________.
334. It is more than probable that they have had problems with their car.
In all ___________________________________________.
335. Robert warned his wife pretty strongly, yet she refused to listen to his advice.
No matter ___________________________________________.
336. The film script was very diffirent from the novel it was based on. (resemblance)
The film script ___________________________________________ novel it was based on.
337. I had no choice but to borrow money from the bank to pay my debts. (resort)
I had to ___________________________________________ the bank to pay my debts.
338. Anne inherited a fortune when her aunt died. (into)
Anne ___________________________________________ of her aunt.
339. Yvonne did everything she could to ensure the trip was successful. (lengths)
Tvonne ___________________________________________ of the trip.
340. The war has caused emigration to increase. (resulted)
The war ___________________________________________ in emigration.
341. The director’s bodyguards stood behind hime, watching.
Watchfully ___________________________________________.
342. We must think about ways of improving the transport system.
Thought must ___________________________________________.
343. I hadn’t realized the full implications of what had happened until sometime later.
It was ___________________________________________.
344. The police only warned Sally because it was her first offence.
Sally was let ___________________________________________.
345. It’s nobody’s fault that the match was cnacelled.
Nobody is to ___________________________________________.
346. She wants nothing less than to get that job. It would be a dream come true. (set)
She has ___________________________________________ getting that job.
347. Harry plays tennis much better than I do. (nearly)
I am not ___________________________________________ tennis player as Harry is.
348. I presume you are coming to the party Miriam. (read)
Can I ___________________________________________ you are coming to the party Miriam?
349. There is no doubt at all that the government will win the election. (conclusion)
It is ___________________________________________ that the government will win the election.
350. I wish he would stop criticizing my work. (fault)
I wish he would stop ___________________________________________ my work.
351. The minister seems to be excellent at yielding awkward questions. (flair)
___________________________________________.
352. There will be no progess until we have fully understood the problem. (full)
Not until there is ___________________________________________ be any progess.
353. We were elated by the birth of our first grandchild. (moon)
___________________________________________.
354. This house is very different from the little flat we used to live in. (cry)
___________________________________________.
355. That wasn’t what I meant at all. You’ve completely misunderstood me as usual. (stick)
That wasn’t what I meant at all. You’ve ___________________________________________.
356. Going to and fro with all the cases is what I can’t stand about holidays.
It’s all ___________________________________________.
357. The village shop is now being managed by a national supermarket chain.
A national supermarket chain has taken ___________________________________________.
358. This door is an emergency exit and must never be locked for any reason.
On ___________________________________________ be locked because it is an emergency exit.
359. Yolanda’s family persuaded her to enter the competition.
Yolanda was talked ___________________________________________ the competition by her family.
360. Just thinking about entering the university makes him so happy.
The very ___________________________________________ makes him so happy.
361. It is feared this mammal species will be extinct by the year of 2025.
This mammal species is ___________________________________________.
362. James had to stay in prison yntil the trial came to a definite end.
Only after ___________________________________________.
363. They aren’t willing to support the meeting, they don’t approve it.
Far from ___________________________________________.
364. Although we respect ann’s expertise in archaeology, we’re not going to employ her this time.
Much as ___________________________________________.
365. We hadn’t been told about the removal until last Thursday.
It was not ___________________________________________.
366. I never that we would have legal problems. (crossed)
___________________________________________.
367. Bill changed his way when he camr out of prison. (leaf)
___________________________________________.
368. The staff in that office all have great respect for their boss. (look)
___________________________________________.
369. She began to suffer from irrational fears. (prey)
___________________________________________.
370. The final version of the plan was quite different from the intial draft. (resemblance)
___________________________________________.
371. I accidentally deleted my finished assignment and had to do the whole thing again. (scartch)
I had to do my assignment ___________________________________________ accidentally deleted it.
372. I’m confused my about how many questions I need to answer in each section. (number)
What ___________________________________________ questions I need to answer in each section.
373. Although he was concerned about some of his answers, Mike got through with really good marks. (colours)
Mike passed his exam _______________________________ despite his concerns about some of the answers.
374. My brother continually borrows my smartphone and never asks, which really irritates me. (always)
My brother ___________________________________________ asking.
375. People say that the musician started singing before he could speak. (said)
The musician ___________________________________________ singing before he could speak.
376. The newpapers say teachers are not encouraging children to develop talents. (reported)
It is ___________________________________________ encouraged by teachers to develop their talents.
377. I’m interested in why the project was stopped. (reason)
What ___________________________________________ stopping the project.
378. To make improvements, you have to accept advice. (board)
You have to ___________________________________________ you want to make improvements.
379. At last the school board has given its approval to the plans for the new buildings. (been)
The plans for the new buildings ___________________________________________ the school board.
380. I made no suggestion at all that his English pronunciation was poor. (way)
In ___________________________________________ that his English pronunciation was poor.
381. Some teachers completely ignore the bulling that goes on in school. (eye)
Some teachers ___________________________________________ bulling that goes on in school.
382. Many critics think that Meryl Streep is the best actor of her generation. (by)
Meryl Streep ___________________________________________ be the best actor of her generation.
383. The direct aim of the statement is to make the public aware of the present situation.
The statement boils ___________________________________________.
384. It’s not our concern what they do after lessons.
It’s of ___________________________________________.
385. He was so disgusted at the way she behaved that he refused to speak to her.
Such ___________________________________________.
386. All the passagers of the jumbo jet were killed in the crash.
None ___________________________________________.
387. The trip is so amazing that we will never forget it.
It is too ___________________________________________.
388. The mischievous boy never expressed regret for what he had done to the dog. (no)
At ___________________________________________.
389. Mary has been working so hard that it’s logical she feels completely exhausted. (stands)
Mary has been working so hard that ___________________________________________.
390. It is difficult to know what my reaction would have been in that situation. (how)
I am not ___________________________________________.
391. I suddenly realized the meaning of a “freebie”. (dawned)
It ___________________________________________.
392. I regret not studying harder when I was at school. (only)
If ___________________________________________ my schooldays.
393. I was more of an argument than a discussion. (so)
It was not ___________________________________________ an argument.
394. Her voice was very soft and no one could hear it at all. (that)
So ___________________________________________ she was totally inaudible.
395. He misbehaved all the time, even when the teacher told him off. (always)
He ___________________________________________, even when the teacher told him off.
396. To many people, the development of cloning appears dangerous. (regard)
Many people ___________________________________________ development.
397. We couldn’t find the cat anywhere. (nowhere)
The cat was ___________________________________________.
398. Milly burst out laughing when she saw herself in the mirror. (SIGHT)
Milly burst into _____________________________________________ herself in the mirror.
399. Surely if Sandra had caught the train, she’d be here by now. (MISSED)
Sandra __________________________________________________ she’d be here by now.
400. It is unusual for Tony to be rude. (LIKE)
It is ___________________________________________________________________ rude.
401. People say that, if you run, you burn calories efficiently. (SUPPOSED)
Running _______________________________________________ way of burning calories.
402. He often gets bored during the holidays. (TENDENCY)
He _____________________________________________ to get bored during the holidays.
403. The law has failed to prevent chemicals from being dumped into the sea. (SUCCEEDED)
The law has ______________________________ chemicals from being dumped into the sea.
404. The weather conditions became so dangerous that all mountain roads were closed.
So dangerous ______________________________________ all mountain roads were closed.
405. “You should have finished your homework by now,” my teacher told me.
My teacher reproached ___________________________________________ my homework.
406. If his teacher hadn’t advised him, he would have made a serious mistake.
Had it _____________________________________, he would have made a serious mistake.
407. Anna invited all her friends to a party at her house.
All _______________________________________________ invited to a party at her house.
408. I certainly don’t intend to reply to that rude letter from Edward.
I have ______________________________________________ that rude letter from Edward.
409. We didn’t stay long at the party because it was very noisy. (so)
If _______________________________________________ noise, we might have stayed longer at the party.
410. The number of people applying for the university grants fell last year. (fall)
There ____________________________________ number of people applying for university grants last year.
411. Mr. Conrad’s son is becoming quite well known as an artist. (name)
Mr. Conrad’s son is making _______________________________________________ himself as an artist.
412. Would you mind helping me carry this heavy box to the car. (grateful)
This box is really heavy so I’d ________________________________________ help me to carry it to the car.
413. “Excuse me madam, but is this your bag?” the policeman asked. (belong)
“Excuse me madam, but _______________________________________________?” the policeman asked.
414. The man claimed that he had been nowhere near the factory at the time of the break-in. (to)
The man claimed not ___________________________________ near the factory at the time of the break-in.
415. Fewer people smoke these days.
There has _______________________________________________ of people who smoke these days.
416. I bet Ginolo earned a lot for that Renault ad.
Ginolo _______________________________________________ for that Renault ad.
417. Travellers consider themselves superior to those who lead a more sedentary life.
Travellers look _______________________________________________ who lead a more sedentary life.
418. Mark thought of a way of solving the problem. (came)
_______________________________________________.
419. Certain factors are not given due consideration in your essay. (account)
_______________________________________________.
420. I haven’t realized what it means yet. (sunk)
_______________________________________________.
421. His smooth maner didn’t deceive us. (taken)
_______________________________________________.
422. He maitained his position against his adversary. (ground)
_______________________________________________.
423. I could tell by the tone of his voice how serious the situation was. (home)
_______________________________________________.
424. All tenants must act in accordance with the regulations about guests. (comply)
_______________________________________________.
425. Philip’s inability to make decisions dates from his accident.
Ever since _______________________________________________.
426. The only thing that kept us out of prison was the way he spoke the local dialet.
But for his command _______________________________________________.
427. Her success went beyond her expectation.
Never had _______________________________________________.
428. The regiment’s reputaion was greatly damaged by his outrageous conduct. (harm)
_______________________________________________.
429. Mass tourism has been one of the causes of the problems. (blame)
_______________________________________________.
430. The police pointed out the speed limit sign to us. (drew)
_______________________________________________.
431. In the area, Thailand is mcuh better than all other countried in football. (shoulder)
_______________________________________________.
432. He stood no chance of passing his exams. (inevitable)
_______________________________________________.
433. My sister didn’t lend me any clothes, so I didn’t go out for the evening.
If _______________________________________________.
434. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t open the window.
Try _______________________________________________.
435. The police asked the woman to describe the thief in detail. (full)
_______________________________________________.
436. Why didn’t they tell me about these changes earlier? (should)
_______________________________________________.
437. The suspect could not explain why he had sand on his boots. (account)
The suspect _______________________________________________ on his boots.
438. It was foolish of you to ride your bike so fast. (should)
You _______________________________________________ your bike so fast.
439. Everyone thinks that band has split up. (thought)
The band _______________________________________________ up.
440. The manager had the respect of everyone in the office. (up)
Everyone _______________________________________________.
441. An open fire can’t be compared to the central heating. (comparison)
There is _______________________________________________ central heating.
442. The main speaker spoke with enormous conviection and carried the audience with him.
Such _______________________________________________.
443. We’ve made some progess in that we now have all medical records on disk.
Inasmuch _______________________________________________.
444. It was to be another twenty-five years before Michael returned to his hometown.
Not until _______________________________________________.
445. Mrs. Wilson says she’s sorry she didn’t attend the meeting yesterday morning.
Mrs. Wilson sends _______________________________________________.
446. It’s almost nine months since I stopped subcribing to that magazine.
I cancelled _______________________________________________.
447. There is not that much difference between irony and sarcasm. (line)
_______________________________________________.
448. They laid most of the blame on Margret. (for)
_______________________________________________.
449. I shouldn’t think Carol will want to come. (whether)
_______________________________________________.
450. Katy hasn’t been feeling well lately. (run)
_______________________________________________.
451. There is no room for error in our business. (afford)
_______________________________________________.
452. Although Joe kept on attempting to contact his cousin, he didn't manage to speak to her until the next day.
(touch)
Despite repeated ________________________________, Joe didn't manage to speak to her until the next day.
453. When it comes to computer games, Jack is a real expert. (concerned)
As far _______________________________________________, Jack is a real expert.
454. David said that the accident was his fault. (took)
David _______________________________________________ the acdident.
455. If he doesn’t get that job, who knows what he’ll do. (knowing)
If he doesn’t get that job, _______________________________________________ what he’ll do.
456. The stranded climber would never have been rescued if his brother hadn’t had an ingenious plan. (ingenuity)
But _____________________________________ plan, the stranded climber would never have been rescued.
457. They will try John for murder at the High Court next week. (trial)
John _______________________________________________.
458. How do our sales compare with those of firms? (relation)
How do _______________________________________________
459. The number of accidents has gone down steadily since the speed limit was imposed. (decline)
There has _______________________________________________.
460. This new record is certain to sell a lot of copies. (doubt)
There is _______________________________________________.
461. I certainly won’t change my mind about resigning. (question)
My changing _______________________________________________.
462. People think that he is working for the enemy at that time.
He _______________________________________________.
463. I’m sure that he has not contacted that company.
He _______________________________________________.
464. I’m sure that he has finished the contract last weekend.
He _______________________________________________.
465. It was wrong of you not to tell him the truth.
You _______________________________________________.
466. The crash almost killed him.
He could _______________________________________________.
467. I prefer cooking to eating out.
I would prefer _______________________________________________.
468. Please don’t smoke here.
I’d rather _______________________________________________.
469. They rumor that he has remarried.
He _______________________________________________.
470. It was not until he turned up that we started our plan.
Not until _______________________________________________.
471. As soon as he came back home, he phoned her.
No sooner _______________________________________________.
472. She didn’t shed a tear when she heard the bad news.
Not _______________________________________________.
473. My brother asked a mechanic to service his car.
My brother has his _______________________________________________.
474. Both of the lifts were out of order.
Neither _______________________________________________.
475. You should have called the doctor at once.
It was _______________________________________________.
476. Money is of no value on a desert island.
Money counts _______________________________________________.
477. There’s nothing more be done about his matter.
Nothing more _______________________________________________.
478. Marie distrusts modern technology strongly.
Marie has _______________________________________________.
479. I assume you’re hungry. (granted)
_______________________________________________.
480. It was raining cats and sog. (torrents)
_______________________________________________.
481. At first the new computer made me feel a bit afraid. (awe)
_______________________________________________.
482. The fact that he will never race again is something he cannot accept. (terms)
_______________________________________________.
483. In order to get to the solution, we had to start again from the beginning.
Only by _______________________________________________.
484. It’s the sunset that attracts tourists to that place.
If it weren’t _______________________________________________.
485. I had expected the weather to be worse.
The weather wasn’t _______________________________________________.
486. His behavior is beginning to annoy me more and more.
I am beginning _______________________________________________.
487. You just can not compare the quality of her work with his.
There is _______________________________________________.
488. Valerie found it hard to concentrate on her book because of the noise. (difficulty)
Valerie _______________________________________________ on her book because of the noise.
489. My new MP3 was twice the price of yours. (expensive)
Your MP3 was _______________________________________________ mine.
490. Pauline doesn’t want to be given a main part in the school play. (rather)
Pauline _______________________________________________ a main part in the school play.
491. I go to the cinema every Thursday in winter. (Thursdays)
I always _______________________________________________ in winter.
492. “Do fast cars interest you?” the dealer asked Sarah. (was)
The dealer asked Sarah _______________________________________________ fast car.
493. The fund-raisers haven’t officially decided where to send the proceeds of the concert.
No _______________________________________________.
494. The inevitability of unemployment was something nobody care to admit.
The admission that _______________________________________________.
495. Absolute secrecy was crucial to the success of the mission.
Without _______________________________________________.
496. They believe that Oliver failed his exam because he was nervous.
Oliver’s failure _______________________________________________.
497. Considering your position, we won’t press charges.
Under _______________________________________________.
498. What the lecturer said was not very clear at times. (lack)
There _______________________________________________ in what the lecturer said at times.
499. The careful preparation for the event ensured it was a memorable day for everyone who attended. (which)
The care ____________________________ event ensured it was a memorable day for everyone who attended.
500. His fake arrogance only hid his genuine insecurity. (lay)
Behind _______________________________________________ insecurity.
501. The sales director told his staff nothing about the new marketing post. (dark)
The sales director _______________________________________________ about the new marketing post.
502. Is it possible to walk from the hotel to the city center? (within)
Is the city center _______________________________________________?
503. It snowed so they cancelled the fight. (owing)
_______________________________________________.
504. Do you mind if I borrow your dictionary?
Do you mind _______________________________________________?
505. I’d rather you didn’t take the table away.
Would you mind _______________________________________________?
506. Everyone was surprised too see Geoff leave the party early.
To _______________________________________________.
507. Smoking is not allowed in the ward.
Would you _______________________________________________ ?
508. You only have a short time to do this work. Do not waste time. (clock)
You are _______________________________________________. Do not waste time.
509. It’s Alice’s job to look after the staff.
Alice is responsible _______________________________________________.
510. It’s not worth asking the manager for a day off. (point)
There _______________________________________________.
511. The police were only able to break the riots using force. (means)
The police _______________________________________________.
512. The policeman acted quickly and averted an accident. (prompt)
The _______________________________________________.
513. That rumour about the politician and the construction contract is absolutely false.
There is _______________________________________________.
514. Arguing with her won’t get you anywhere.
It won’t do _______________________________________________.
515. I don’t understand one word of this document. (head)
I can’t _______________________________________________.
516. Erika didn’t mention her illness at al. (reference)
Erika made _______________________________________________.
517. Did anything about his behavior seem unusual to you? (strike)
Did anything about his behavior _______________________________________________?
518. He was arrested when they caught him driving a stolen car. (act)
Being _______________________________________________.
519. She was just as good as they had thought. (up)
She definitely _______________________________________________.
520. Tony didn’t feel like dancing that night. (mood)
Tony _______________________________________________.
521. You’re going to enjoy tonight! (treat)
You’re _______________________________________________.
522. Why do you think you are allowed to critize me like that? (gives)
What do you think _______________________________________________?
523. What a surprise to see you here!
_______________________________________________
524. She hasn’t decided whether to go or not.
She hasn’t _______________________________________________ whether to go or not.
525. He is likely to be promoted. (cards)
It _______________________________________________ promoted.
526. He was dismissed because he was always late for school. (lost)

527. John feels his colleages despite him for not having a degree. (LOOK)
John feels his colleages _______________________________________________
528. Please excuse Jane’s poor typing; she’s only been learning for a month. (allowances)
Please _______________________________________________
529. This is the produce. (follows)
_______________________________________________
530. I didn’t know what to say. (lost)
I _______________________________________________
531. Alison bought the big house because she want to open a hotel. (view)
Alison bought the big house _______________________________________________
532. We decided to spend the afternoon exploring the shop. (looking)
We decided to spend the afternoon _______________________________________________
533. It’s Mrs. Wilson’s job to look after the staff.
Mrs. Wilson is responsible _______________________________________________
534. In my opinion, it’s better to talk calmly than to argue.
I prefer _______________________________________________
535. “Hand over the bag or I’ll shoot you!” said the robber to the security guard.
The robber threatened _______________________________________________
536. I had only just watered the garden when it began to rain.
Hardly _______________________________________________
537. Nobody remained on the ship after the captain had left it.
The captain _______________________________________________
538. Joanne has a rather unsatisfactory relationship with her sisters. (get)
Joanne _______________________________________________ with her sisters.
539. The commitee decided that the crash was not the pilot’s fault. (blame)
The commitee _______________________________________________ the crash.
540. Judy was the only one who answered the question correctly. (apart)
Everyone got the answer _______________________________________________
541. If we tried to force him to repay the debt, we would be wasting of time. (point)
There was _______________________________________________ the debt.
542. You must eat less sugar. (intake)
You _______________________________________________ of sugar.
543. Return the product tot he shop ì you have any complaints about it.
Should _______________________________________________
544. They were seasoned travellers, which we hadn’t expected them to be!
Contrary _______________________________________________
545. I’ve got to get a new computer. (need)
What I really _______________________________________________ new computer.
546. I can’t describe people as well as you can. (better)
You’re _______________________________________________ I am.
547. I was easy for us to get the tickets for the concert. (no)
We _______________________________________________ tickets for the concert.
548. The two theories appear to be completely different. (common)
The two theories _______________________________________________
549. Money is of little value on a desert island. (counts)
Money _______________________________________________
550. The dress is a third of the cost of the blue one.
The blue dress is three _______________________________________________
551. He certainly won’t have finished before next week. (possibility)
_______________________________________________
552. He owed his success to his uncle. (indebted)
_______________________________________________
553. Although it rained torrentially all day, we enjoyed the voyage.
Torrentially _______________________________________________
554. I am not friendly with him, in fact I hardly even know him.
Far from _______________________________________________
555. Mauro says he prefers to do his homework on his own. (rather)
Mauro says that _____________________________________________ do his homework with other people.
556. Clara said that she had not seen the missing letter. (having)
Clara _______________________________________________ the missing letter.
557. It took Layla five minutes to find her car keys. (spent)
Layla _______________________________________________ for her car keys.
558. A short meeting of the cast will take place after today’s rehearsal. (by)
Today’s rehearsal _______________________________________________ a short meeting of the cast.
559. I’ll be happy to show you round the sights of my city when you come to visit me. (take)
It will be a __________________________________ sightseeing tour of my city when you come to visit me.
560. Rousseau painted fabulous pictures of the rainforest although he had never travelled outside Europe. (spite)
Rousseau painted fabulous pictures of the rainforest __________________________ travelled outside Europe.
561. It is thought that one in every five people cannot control how much they spend. (unable)
One in every five people is thought ____________________________________ their spending under control.
562. My passport needs renewing because I’m going abroad this summer. (get)
I need _______________________________________________ because I’m going abroad this summer.