V. Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the word(s) given. (2ms)

1. John was so lazy that he couldn’t pass the exam.                            ➙ Because……………………… .

2. Don’t leave the lights on when you leave the classroom.                   ➝ Turn …………………………. .

3. “Are you happy with your schooldays, Tom?”                             

→ She asked Tom ………………  .

4.  Lan is very good at physics despite not finding it interesting.       → Although …………………….  

V. Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the word(s) given or do as directed. (2ms)

1. We should do morning exercises regularly so as to improve our health.   (so that)

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2. We are really expecting to see you again with pleasure.    (look)

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3. exhibition / as /as / the / interesting/ not /last / was / this one.

(Put the words in the correct order to make a meaningful sentence)

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4. “Have you ever tried calling a helpline?”  the teacher asked her.

(Turn the question into reported speech)

       - The teacher asked her ____________________________________________________________

V. Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the word(s) given. (2ms)

1. In the past, the children used nature as their playground. (Using: USED)

In the past, children __________________________________________

2. I/ wish/ there/ be/ four seasons/ my area. ( Complete the sentence)

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3. “ I don’t think taking risks too often is a good idea.” she said.

She said that_________________________________________________

4. I last phoned Mary last Christmas.

I have ______________________________________________________

5. “Who can I turn for help with my homework?” He asked.

He wondered ___________________________________________

VII. Finish each of the sentences below, write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, but using the words given in capital letters.

1. She speaks English well. COMMAND

2. I supposed, quite wrongly, that he was your friend. MISTOOK

3. The final score in the match between Liverpool and Everton on Saturday was two all. DREW

4. On no account will I lend you $ 500. QUESTION

5. Venus was more beautiful than the other two goddesses. MOST

6. His salary is $ 1,000 more now than it was last year. RISEN

7. Dr. Jones knew everything about the disease. NOTHING

8. His health steadily improved. STEADY

9. Don’t make more mess than is absolutely necessary. POSSIBLE

10. She’s been delicate since the day she was born. LIFE

* For each of the sentences below, write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word. This word must not be altered in any way.

1. She can speak basic German. (GET)

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2. Duong’s sister can speak Italian very well. (IN)

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3. She learned a few words of German last month. (UP)

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4. Nam hasn’t practiced his English for ages. (RUSTY)

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5. She can speak both Vietnamese and English perfectly. (BILINGUAL)

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V. Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the word(s) given or do as directed. (2ms)

1. In spite of her tiredness, she was able to finish doing her homework.

- Although .........................................................................................................................................

2. We were disappointed because he refused our offer of help.      “TURN”

- We were disappointed .....................................................................................................................

3. Mai said, “I’ll see him and tell the news tomorrow” 

- Mai said ……………………………………………………………………………………….……

4. No cities in Europe are more exciting than London.   

- London is ……………………………………………………………………………………….….

5. Before I come to a decision, I’ll have to consider their offer very carefully.  (over)

- …………………………………………………………………………………………………

6. In spite of the bad weather, the farmers continued working in the fields.   

- Though ………………………………………………………………………………………..

7.“Where did you spend your holidays last year?” she asked me.

- She asked me ............................................................................................................................

8. New York city is a lot wealthier city than any cities in Vietnam.      (as)

-  No cities in Viet Nam ................................................................................................................

PART C: WRITING
Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the words given or write as directed
1.The policeman received an award for excellent service. He is a friend of mine (use relative clause)
The............................
2.My pronunciation is bad because I don’t practice more often.
If..............................
3.I watched a gripping film about marriage and family on TV last night
The............................
4.Nam hasn’t practiced his English for ages (rusty)
Nam............................
5. I bought a book yesterday. The book is about the story of Tam and Cam.
The book......................

For each of the sentences below, write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the given word. This word must not be altered in any way.

46. She can speak basic German. (GET)

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47. Duong’s sister can speak Italian very well. (IN)

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48. She learned a few words of German last month. (UP)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

49. Nam hasn’t practiced his English for ages. (RUSTY)

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50. She can speak both Vietnamese and English perfectly. (BILINGUAL)

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