REVISION - REPHRASING

1. I like you very much. However, you have a strange sense of humour.
In spite of ______________________
2. They succeeded in escaping from the house that was on fire.
They managed_________________________
3. They broke up on Saturday despite their deep love for each other.
Although ________________________
4. The policemen wanted to know if I had my driving license and asked if they could
have a look at it ______________________________________________
5. She suggested that we should buy a new house near the coast
____________________________________
6. My advice to you is to show more interest in your schoolwork
If I___________________________________
7. Because of Lisas bad marks at school, she was punished by her parents
Lisa was punished ______________
8. Dont do that again, Allison told John
Allison ________________________________________
9. Your parents are going to a party tonight.
When ____________________________________________________?
10. Why dont we have dinner out tonight?, said Martin
Martin suggested _____________________________
11. They want to eat in a fast food restaurant.
Where _____________________________________________________?
12. Where do you want to put your luggage?, I asked her
I asked her _________________________________
13. Does he know where Michael lives?, I said.
I wanted to know _____________________________________
14. The dog was tired after his long run.
The dog was tired because ____________________________________
15. Would you like to go out with me?
I wondered __________________________________________________
16. The Smiths are not very happy because of their lack of money
Since _________________________________
17. I am going to Spain because I want to see flamenco dancing.
Why ______________________________________?
18. What is your new address?, she wanted to know.
She wanted to know
_____________________________________________________
19. Why didnt you tell me earlier?, he asked me
He asked me ______________________________________
20. Can you lend me your jacket this evening?
He asked me ________________________________________
21. Although Patrick was ill, he still came to the meeting
In spite of ____________________________________
22. Despite being an accountant, she never seems to have any money /
Although__________________________
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23. They said they hadnt seen the new performance yet.
Had they __________________________________________?
24. What a pity I broke the vase.
I wish _______________________________________________________
25. Helen married Edward because he was rich and famous.
If Edward __________________________________
26. If he doesnt phone immediately, he wont get the information.
Unless he ____________________________
27. Two new suits are being made for him.
He _____________________________________________________
28. My brother is very tall. Joe is not so tall.
My brother is ____________________________________________
29. The teacher said to the students Dont be late!
The teacher _____________________________________
30. Cindy Crawford is said to be very attractive.
People say ___________________________________________
31. Temperature is measured by a thermometer
A thermometer_______________________________________
32. Shes unhappy because she is ill.
She wishes _________________________________________________
33. Why didnt you come to my party yesterday?, Jane asked Peter
Jane asked __________________________
34. Please, dont shoot
He begged us
___________________________________________________________
35. Id like you to put these chairs away.
Do you mind _________________________________________?
36. No way. I wont lend you my car tonight, Jim said.
Jim _________________________________________
37. Craig was 8 years old when the accident happened.
How old ____________________________________________?
38. How long have Alice and Bob been married?
When ___________________________________________?
39. I will go to Madrid by train.
How __________________________________________________?
40. Julia has been working for this company for 6 years.
Julia started ___________________________________.
41. Next year, our construction company is going to build a luxury hotel on a tropical
island.
___________________________________?
42. Sandra invited me to have lunch with her on Sunday
_______________________________________?
43. People expect that the President will resign.
The President _____________________________________
44. If I were you, Tom, I wouldnt take that job.
I advised ___________________________________________
45. Finding the way to the old mansion wasnt easy for us.
We found it ______________________________
46. It is very funny to ride on a rollercoaster.
____________________________________ is very funny.
47. Im sorry that I didnt finish my homework last night.
I wish ______________________________________
48. She advised David to take some vitamins pills
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David, _________________________________________
49. How long will you stay in Baltimore?, she asked met.
She asked me _________________________________
50. New traffic lights are going to be installed here.
They ____________________________________________
51. He told Carol not to worry about his situation.
Carol, ________________________________________!
52. They say that GS is giving a concert next month.
GS is_____________________________________________
53. I didnt know the answer because I hadnt read the book.
If I________________________________________
54. This book belongs to Stephen.
Whose _________________________________________________________?
55. The next train leaves at 7.30.
When___________________________________________________________?
56. The robbers planned to rob a bank.
What _________________________________________________________?
57. Ten students were absent.
How many _________________________________________________?
58. They say this tree is over 300 years old. / This tree
________________________________________________
59. The mechanic is going to repair her car next week.
She ___________________________________________
60. My father doesnt allow me to go out tonight.
My father doesnt ___________________________________
61. Why dont you go out for a walk?,I suggested.
I suggested _______________________________________
62. Tims parents offered him a computer for his good qualifications at school.
Tim _______________________
63. My sister was visited by many friends when she was in hospital.
Many friends _________________________
64. You shouldnt tell anybody about this incident.
If I _______________________________________________
65. If only she hadnt argued with her boyfriend.
She regrets __________________________________________
66. People believe that Sarah has mistreated her children.
Sara _______________________________________
67. I cant understand Paul because he speaks so quickly.
If ___________________________________________
68. I dont know my way round San Francisco, she said.
She said _____________________________________
69. I told them to have a coffee break.
Go _______________________________________________
70. She wouldnt give an explanation for her absence.
She refused _____________________________________
71. Dan has invited them to the party.
They _______________________________________________________
72. Shes sorry she didnt remember my anniversary.
She wishes ______________________________________
73. As long as my parents come with me, Ill visit you this evening.
If my parents __________________________
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74. She crossed the street because she didnt want to meet Helen.
Since ________________________________
75. She didnt prepare for the interview, so she wasnt hired for the job.
She would ________________________
76. Practicing some sports is beneficial for your heart.
Its ____________________________________________
77. Id like to read more, but I havent got the time.
If I ______________________________________________
78. Do you understand French?, she asked me.
She asked me ________________________________________
79. Were meeting John next weekend here, they said.
They said ____________________________________
80. Bob broke the window.
Who ______________________________________________________?
81. Daddy will buy a new car soon.
A new car ___________________________________________________
82. He was on a diet, but didnt lose much weight.
Despite ____________________________________________
83. I didnt learn English at school, so I cant enjoy Shakespeare in English.
If only __________________________
84. What is the price of this perfume.
How much _______________________________________________?
85. Tom said to Jane: I didnt find your earring.
Tom _______________________________________________
86. It was his direct and open manner which impressed me most.
I ____________________________________
87. People think the accident was caused by the weather.
The accident _________________________________
88. He won the 100 meters. He came second in the long jump.
In addition to _____________________________
89. She loves walks in the country.
She loves _______________________________________________________
90. I start on Monday and Im worried.
Im worried about _________________________________________
91. Please, give me the key, she said to John.
She _________________________________________________
92. The children wont fall asleep provided that their parents dont kiss them good night.
Unless _____________________________________________________
93. Jim said: Ill be happy if I can be of any help.
Jim said ___________________________________________
94. Jim is sad because his girlfriend left him.
If Jims girlfriend _________________________________________
95. I regret eating so much last night.
If only _______________________________________________________
96. You should have extra lessons, she said.
She __________________________________________________
97. There are no tickets left for tonights show.
All the tickets _________________________________________
98. She usually sleeps seven hours every day, he said.
He said ____________________________________