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 ................................................................................................................
1. In spite of her tiredness, she was able to finish doing her homework.
- Although ....................she was tired, she was able to finish doing her homework. .....................................................................................................................
2. We were disappointed because he refused our offer of help. “TURN”
- We were disappointed ...................because she turned down our offer of help. ..................................................................................................
3. Mai said, “I’ll see him and tell the news tomorrow”
- Mai said ………she would see him and tell the news the day after……………………………………………………………………………….……
4. No cities in Europe are more exciting than London.
- London is ……the most exciting city in Europe ………………………………………………………………………………….….
5. Before I come to a decision, I’ll have to consider their offer very carefully. (over)
- ………Before I come to a decision, I’ll have to think over their offer very carefully.…………………………………………………………………………………………
6. In spite of the bad weather, the farmers continued working in the fields.
- Though ……the weather was bad, the farmers continued working in the fields. …………………………………………………………………………………..
7.“Where did you spend your holidays last year?” she asked me.
- She asked me where I had spent my holidays the year before ............................................................................................................................
8. New York city is a lot wealthier city than any cities in Vietnam. (as)
- No cities in Viet Nam ...........is as wealthy as New York city.....................................................................................................
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......................
V. Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence or do as directed
1 Many employers consider computer skills are more important than work experience
It is_____
2 This is called a Chuong conical hat. It was made in Chuong village (since)
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3 What time will you begin your journey to Da Lat? (set)
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4 I suggest that we should protect valuable things in pagodas and temples
I suggest that valuable things_____
V. Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence or do as directed
1 Many employers consider computer skills are more important than work experience
It is_____
2 This is called a Chuong conical hat. It was made in Chuong village (since)
=>
3 What time will you begin your journey to Da Lat? (set)
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4 I suggest that we should protect valuable things in pagodas and temples
I suggest that valuable things_____
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
1.Command her English well
2.I mistook him for your friend
3.Liverpool and Everton drew two all in the match on Saturday
Will you lend me $ \(500\) on not account?
5.Venus was the most beautiful of the three goddesses
6.His salary has risen by $\(1000\) since last year
7.Fr.Jones knew nothing about the disease
8.His health showed a steady improvement
Make as little mess as possible
10.She has been delicate all her life since the day she was born
Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, using the words given or do as directed. (2ms)
1. “Why don’t we reuse and recycle bottles and cans?”
→ What about ………………………………………….?
2. “When will you start the computer course, Lan?” Lan’s father asked.
→ Lan’s father asked ……………… .
3. We decided to postpone our journey because of the bad weather. (Use Adverb Clause of Result)
4. Some villages don’t have access to clean piped water. I wish ……………………………………..…… .
1. “Why don’t we reuse and recycle bottles and cans?”
→ What about …………………………reusing and recycling bottles and cans……………….?
2. “When will you start the computer course, Lan?” Lan’s father asked.
→ Lan’s father asked ……………she when she would start the computer course… .
3. We decided to postpone our journey because of the bad weather. (Use Adverb Clause of Result)
We decided to postpone our journey because the weather was bad
4. Some villages don’t have access to clean piped water. I wish ………………………… some villagers had access to clean piped water…………..…… .
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)
_________________________________________________________________
2. We are really expecting to see you again with pleasure. (look)
____________________________________________________________________
3. exhibition / as /as / the / interesting/ not /last / was / this one.
(Put the words in the correct order to make a meaningful sentence)
_________________________________________________________________
4. “Have you ever tried calling a helpline?” the teacher asked her.
(Turn the question into reported speech)
- The teacher asked her ____________________________________________________________
1. We should do morning exercises regularly so that we can improve our health.
2. We are really looking forward to seeing you again with pleasure.
3. The last exhibition was not as interesting as this one
4. “Have you ever tried calling a helpline?” the teacher asked her.
The teacher asked her if she had ever tried calling a helpline
E. Writing
1. Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence or do as directed
1 I can't wait to see my mother in Hanoi
I'm looking ___
2 He turned on the radio in order to listen to the news
____so that___
3 Keeping calm is the secret of passing your driving test
As long as___
II. Write a paragraph about the disadvantages of city life
E.Writing
1 I can't wait to see my mother in Hanoi
-> I'm looking forward to my mother in Ha Noi
2 He turned on the radio in order to listen to the news
-> He turned on the radio so that he could listen to the news
3 Keeping calm is the secret of passing your driving test
-> As long as staying calm you can pass the driving test
Write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence or do as directed.
1. Rewrite the sentences.
a. Lan doesn’t have a bookshelf in her bedroom.- There __________________ .
b. We have a sink, a fridge, a cooker and a cupboard in our kitchen. -There __ .
c. I have a notebook and it’s on the table. - _________________ is on the table.
d. The dog is in front of the microwave.- The microwave _________________ .
a. There isn't a bookshelf in Lan's bedroom.
b.There is a sink, a fridge, a cooker and a cupboard in our kitchen.
c.My notebook is on the table.
d. The microwave is behind the dog.
1 There isn't a bookshelf in L's room
2 There is a sink, a fridge, a cooker and a cupboard in our kitchen
3 My notebook is on the table
4 The microwave is behind the dog
a. There isn't a bookshelf in her bedroom
b. There is a sink, a fridge, a cooker and a cupbboard in our kitchen
c. The notebook is on the table
d. The microwave is behind the dog
