Paraphrase using Core Vocabulary. Change the whole structure of the sentence.
MODEL: My poor knowledge in mathematics can be explained by the fact that I missed several years of school. - I am rather bad at …
– I am rather bad at mathematics, which I attribute to missing several years of school.
There have been 1,150 accidents with fatal consequences on our roads this year, drunk driving is considered to be a contributory cause of these deaths. - 1,150 deaths …
Charisma, energy and discipline were among the qualities that made him a great leader. – He had all …
Cigarette smoking can cause different illnesses. – Different illnesses … (use an adjective)
Churches of Turin are a must for those who happened to be in this city. - When you are in Turin, ….
The lack of due attention and care of the poor on the part of the government is the subject of the trilogy of documentaries. – A trilogy of documentaries …
It was obvious she hadn’t taken enough care to check the essay before giving it to the teacher. – She was … (use an adjective)
He greeted the boys as his acquaintances, and we understood he knew them quite well. - The way he greeted …
He criticised my work, which suggested that he might not have confidence in it. – His criticisms …
He never called me a fool, but the way he treated me was a direct indication to it. - He never called me a fool, but that was …
Children can be disastrously affected by the breakup of a marriage. The breakup of a marriage … (use a noun)
The research concludes that the difference between causes and effects can be easily seen by even three-year-olds. - According to the research, even the three-year-olds are …
This film is definitely the best Kevin Costner’s performance. – Kevin Costner …
Word Building
Recast the following, using nouns instead of verbs in bold . Change the structure of the sentence, if required. Make use of the words in brackets, if given.
The government is being widely criticized in the press for failing to limit air pollution. (to be under/for) – The government is …
Although we lost the game we consoled ourselves with the fact that we played well. (to find/in) – We …
A Walkman can relieve the situation if running bores you. (to relieve) – A Walkman can relieve …
I think we can safely assume that this situation will continue. (to make/correct) – I think we can …
The new district compares favourably with the older part of the town. (to be/with) – The new district …
We will seriously consider all your proposals. (to give) – We will…
She shouldn’t repeat words in her essay. (to avoid) – She should …
His speech failed to convince the audience. (to carry) – His speech …
Rose confided her marital problems in her aunt. (to take … into/ about) – Rose …
The reduction in government spending will necessitate further cuts in public services. (to arise from) – The …
The company denied their responsibility for the mistake. (to issue/strong)
In two years that succeeded there was a rise in the crime rate. (in) – There was a rise in the crime rate...
Idioms
