Cambridge B2 First

B2 First - Key Word Transformations Exercise 28

In these exercises, you need to take the information in the first sentence and re-write it, using the word in bold so that the second sentence has exactly the same meaning. You cannot change the word in bold in ANY way. You must use a minimum of TWO and a maximum of FIVE words for each space. Contractions, which count as two words, should only be used for negatives: e.g. don't / hadn't / wouldn't, etc.


1. That fence is there to prevent you entering the grounds of the house.
so/can't
They put the fence there enter the grounds of the house.

2. Does your brother have the ability to take so many exams in the same week?
capable
Is so many exams in the same week?

3. We were able to cross the river, despite the strong current.
succeeded
We despite the strong current.

4. I would prefer you to leave now. Goodbye.
rather
I now. Goodbye.

5. I think you should say sorry for your behavior.
apologise
I think behaviour.

6. I have a lot to do so I can't come with you to the cinema this afternoon.
too
I have to be able to come to the cinema.

7. Entrance into the museum is free today.
costs
It the museum today.

8. All the cars have been cleaned except the manager's.
which
The manager's is the been cleaned.

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