Use of English – Key Word Transformations
I haven’t seen her for two years.
➤ I last saw her ______________________ two years ago. (FOR)
for the last time
What does the word “it” refer to?
“This change was hard, but it ultimately paid off.”
the change
Fill in the gap:
She applied for the internship even ______ she lacked experience.
though
Give a formal alternative to:
“a lot of”
a great deal of / a considerable amount of
She’s never really ______ used to spicy food.
A) appealed B) taken C) been D) got
D) got
We managed to arrive on time.
➤ We succeeded ______________________ on time. (IN)
in getting there on time
Which word signals contrast in a reading text?
A. Moreover
B. However
C. Furthermore
However
Choose the best option:
The manager was clearly not ______ to criticism.
A) keen
B) willing
C) open
D) used
C) open
Which linkers express contrast? Name 2.
however, nevertheless, although, on the other hand
He didn’t get the job, ______ the fact that he had a lot of experience.
despite
It was unnecessary for him to come.
➤ He ______________________. (NEEDN’T)
needn’t have come at all
What’s the writer’s tone?
“While the results were disappointing, the team remains hopeful.”
Optimistic / positive despite setbacks
Fill in the gap:
Hardly ______ the train left when it started to rain.
had
Replace informal with formal:
“I think this is a good idea.”
In my opinion, this is a beneficial/sensible idea.
The film was so __________ that I nearly fell asleep. (BORE)
boring
“You stole the money,” she said to him.
➤ She accused him ______________________ the money. (OF)
of having stolen
Read this extract:
“Although she had little experience in marketing, her natural confidence and ability to speak clearly meant she was quickly promoted.”
Question:
Why was she promoted?
A) She had many years of experience
B) She had strong personal qualities
C) She asked to be promoted
D) Her manager was impressed by her resume
B) She had strong personal qualities
Choose the best option:
The film was so boring I couldn’t ______ to watch it until the end.
A) keep
B) stand
C) manage
D) bear
D) bear
Fill in the blank:
This report is intended to ________ the main benefits of...
outline
The teacher made me stay after class.
➤ I ______ after class by the teacher. (MADE)
was made to stay
I regret not studying harder.
➤ I wish ______________________ harder. (HAD)
I had studied much harder
Task: Match the statement to the correct person.
Statement: “I didn’t expect to enjoy the book, but I did.”
A) Marco – “The novel looked dull at first, but it turned out to be full of surprises.”
B) Leila – “I found the book disappointing despite the reviews.”
C) Yusuf – “I chose the book based on the author, and it met all expectations.”
D) Anna – “I couldn’t finish it – the plot made no sense.”
A) Marco
Fill in the two missing words:
She took the job, ______ the low salary and ______ of opportunities.
despite / lack
Identify the register problem:
“Kids are gonna love this book.”
Too informal – use “children are likely to enjoy…”
Many people believe that strong leadership is essential for the __________ of a business. (SUCCEED)
success