Key Word Transformations - Original 302

C2 Proficiency · 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 eight words, including the word given.

WOODS

The patient is improving, but she is still not ___ .

The patient is improving, but she is still not free of danger.

BILL

After a thorough examination, the doctor gave me ___ .

After a thorough examination, the doctor said I was perfectly healthy.

MOUTH

Since losing his job, my neighbour has seemed rather ___ .

Since losing his job, my neighbour has seemed rather depressed.

STEAM

Although she had sprained her ankle, she got home ___ .

Although she had sprained her ankle, she got home without anyone's help.

HAIR

The surgeon didn't ___ when the patient's heart stopped.

The surgeon remained perfectly calm when the patient's heart stopped.

TETHER

After three sleepless nights with the baby, I was ___ .

After three sleepless nights with the baby, I had no patience left.

GILLS

He looked ___ .

He looked as if he was about to be sick.

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