Key Word Transformations - Test 4

C2 Proficiency · Key Word Transformation · Cambridge English Proficiency 2, 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.

CHANCES

are Tom's chances

of

What ___ getting a place in the team?

How likely is it that Tom will get a place in the team?

DECISION

explanation has ever been given

for his decision

No ___ to relinquish his position as director.

It has never been explained why he decided to relinquish his position as director.

PROSPECT

little prospect

of being able

of him being able

of his being able

Sam sees ___ to come with us at the weekend.

Sam doesn't think he'll be able to come with us at the weekend.

TIME

only time

will tell

Harry has worked hard but ___ whether he'll win the prize.

Harry has worked hard but it remains to be seen whether he'll win the prize.

NO

make no

mention of

Luigi decided to ___ the subject of his salary at the first meeting.

Luigi decided not to bring up the subject of his salary at the first meeting.

BEST

to the best

of his knowledge

The professor said that ___ the results of the research are accurate.

The professor said that, as far as he knows, the results of the research are accurate.

OBJECTION

Do you ___ you while you paint?

Do you mind if I watch you while you paint?

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