Key Word Transformations - Unit 16

C2 Proficiency · Key Word Transformation · Objective Proficiency 2nd Edition Workbook, Cambridge University Press

For questions 1–6, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and eight words, including the word given.

BORE

Although she ___ feelings over his decision.

Despite her disappointment at his decision, Karen did not think badly of him.

END

No matter how ___ with a headache.

Whether I read for ten minutes or two hours, the result is always a headache.

FRIENDS

Ever since John ___ a turn for the worse.

John's been behaving badly ever since he befriended Colin.

FAIL

However funny they are, romantic comedies ___ tears to my eyes.

I always end up crying in romantic comedies, however funny they are.

CASE

At night, our neighbours' cat used never ___ run over.

At night, our neighbours would always keep their cat in for fear it would get run over.

GRIND

Elke was worn ___ looking after three children.

Having three children to look after every day had taken its toll on Elke.

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