Key Word Transformations - Original 118

C1 Advanced · Key Word Transformation · Cambridge Ready original exercise

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 six words, including the word given.

PERSUADED

My friend ___ the choir.

My friend convinced me to join the choir.

MAY

The letter ___ to the wrong address.

Perhaps the letter was delivered to the wrong address.

APOLOGISED

Ben ___ her umbrella.

'I'm sorry I lost your umbrella, Kate,' said Ben.

ONLY

___ agrees will we change the plan.

We won't change the plan unless the director agrees.

SAID

The driver ___ travelling too fast.

Witnesses say the driver was travelling too fast.

DID

Only when ___ recognise him.

I didn't recognise him until he spoke.

LONGER

Tom ___ here.

Tom doesn't work here any more.

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