Rewrite
1. We were very impressed by the new camera but found it rather expensive
Impresses.......................
2. He bought the umbrella along but it didn't rain
He needn't...................
3. "I'm innocent" she said, and the court believed her
She convinced...................
4. Under no circumstances should you phone the police.
The last................................
5. I would like, moreover, to choose my own clothes.
What's........................
6. The team is the same as it was for last Saturday's match
There have........................
7. Couldn't you have got a bus to the station?
Wasn't........................
8. You were so gulliable! How could you believe the lies he told you?
Weren't...........................
9. Success in the academic field depends on your ability to amass qualifications
The more...........................
10. While I strongly disapprove of your behaviour, I will help you this time.
Despite...................................
Rewrite
1. Someone stole the old lady's handbag.
The old lady was......................................
2. A true story forms the basis of Mary's new novel.
Mary's new novel.....................................................
3. If you have completed your test, you can go home
Get.................
4. The employee insisted on being given a full bonus.
Nothing but.................
5. "I didn't harm anybody!" cried the accused
The accused........................
Rewrite
1. Very little money was raised by the charity appeal (RESPOND)
2. His irresponsible attitude is endangering his career as a doctor (JEOPARDY)
3. That wasn't what I mean at all. You've completely misunderstood me as usual (STICK)
4. I don't like him because he boasts a lot (MOUTH)
5. He liked the new job right away (DUCK)
6. Your attitude will have to change if you want to succeed (LEAF)
7. The new musical has delighted theater audiences throughout the country (STORM)
8. Even though the election is tomorrow, many voters still haven't decided on the candidate they are going to vote for (FENCE)
9. He's not sure whether to go or not (MINDS)
10. She has extensive knowledge of ancient Egypt (VERY)
Choose the best answer
1. He put his bike.........the wall then came in the shop.
A. on B. against C. to D. in
2. "Shall we go for a picnic in the mountain this weekend?"-".............."
A. That's a fine day B. That's a good trip C. Yes, please D. Yes, let's
3. Study harder,......., you will fail the exam.
A. if you won't B. if you don't C. unless D. or else
4. The girl wishes..........the festival next week.
A. she will join B. to join C. joining D. joined
5. Peter "I am leaving tomorrow. For so long." Marie "............, Peter."
A. lucky! B. don't worry C. take care D. don't be so serious