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Sentence Transformation #4

The ability to rewrite sentences so that they have the same meaning as the original is often required for many English ESL EFL Exams such as Cambridge's First Certificate, CAE and Proficiency. This skill can also help you prepare for the TOEFL examination (Test of English as a Foreign Language). It is also an important skill which can help you improve your understanding of similar English expressions and vocabulary.

Rewrite the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first. Use no more than 5 words.

  1. I haven't seen her for ages.

    time

    The was 15 years ago.

  2. I didn't understand what he was saying because I hadn't read his book.

    would

    If I had read his book I what he was saying.

  3. As the class representative I would like to welcome you.

    behalf

    I'd like to welcome you the class.

  4. They believe the students were educated in Canada.

    believed

    The students educated in Canada.

  5. He escaped using a disguise.

    means

    He escaped a disguise.

  6. Remind me to call Jack.

    forget

    Don't let Jack.

  7. This pasta is a new experience for me.

    time

    It is I have tried this pasta.

  8. She has probably found a new job.

    likely

    It a new job.

  9. I don't agree with prohibiting smoking in bars.

    favor

    I'm not prohibiting smoking in bars.

  10. It doesn't need to be finished this afternoon.

    finish

    It this afternoon.

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