Key Word Transformations - Test 1

C2 Proficiency · Key Word Transformation · Cambridge English Proficiency 1, 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.

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There's ___ the art gallery again.

The thing I'd like most would be to visit the art gallery again.

TOOK

The boys ___ when I shouted at them to stop throwing stones.

When I shouted at the boys to stop throwing stones they completely ignored me.

LACK

There ___ in what the lecturer said at times.

What the lecturer said was not very clear at times.

FELL

It was not ___ that Paolo decided to make his way back home.

It was only when it got dark that Paolo decided to make his way back home.

RESORT

Only ___ employ unqualified staff.

The company avoids employing unqualified staff unless there is no alternative.

WHICH

The care ___ event ensured it was a memorable day for everyone.

The careful preparation for the event ensured it was a memorable day for everyone who attended.

OBJECTION

Do you ___ you while you paint?

Do you mind if I watch you while you paint?

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