Key Word Transformations - Review 3

C2 Proficiency · Key Word Transformation · Close-up C2, National Geographic Learning

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.

BEEN

___ , he would have joined a gang.

His sister dissuaded him from joining a gang.

RATHER

Mark's parents ___ law.

Mark's parents would prefer him to study law.

TAKEN

If I ___ in trouble now.

I didn't take your advice and now I'm in trouble.

SOONER

___ she squandered it.

She squandered the money as soon as she inherited it.

ONLY

___ be able to get a mortgage.

You will not be able to get a mortgage unless you are employed.

ON

I'll pay your fine ___ you repay me later.

If you repay me later, I'll pay your fine.

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