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English as 2nd Language

Sentence Transformation #6

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.

I am afraid I'm still having problems with understanding life in New York.
used

I living in New York.
I think we need to get a new car.
in

We need to get a new car .
I'd prefer it if you didn't smoke in here.
mind

smoking in here.
Many people were delayed because of the traffic jam.
number

were delayed by the traffic jam.
It was such an interesting novel I stayed up all night to finish it.
so

The novel was I stayed up all night to finish it.
Although he was able to do the job, he wasn't given the position.
despite

to do the job, he wasn't given the position.
You should take the train instead of the bus.
were

If , I'd take the train instead of the bus.
Can you describe him to me?
like

What ?
It isn't necessary to buy a first class ticket.
have

You a first class ticket.
I'm sure he was at home last night.
must

He at home last night.