VIẾT LẠI CÂU QUIZ 22

NO. 1
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the
sentence printed before it. Write your answers in the spaces provided. (0) has been done as an
example (1.0 point)
0. She last met her friend three weeks ago.
 She hasn’t met her friends for three weeks.
Question 1. It was wrong of you not to call the doctor at once.
→ You should ______________________________________________________.
Question 2. We couldn’t have managed without my father’s money.
→ If it ____________________________________________________________.
Question 3. People believe that the Chinese invented paper in 105 A.D.
→ Paper ____________________________________________________________.
Question 4. “You should have waited for us,” the team leader said to Tom.
→ The team leader criticized ____________________________________________.
Question 5. Alice and Charles did not decide to move to a bigger house until after the birth of their second
child.
→ Only when __________________________________________________________.
II. Rewrite the following sentences with the given words in such a way that the second sentence
has the same meaning as the first one. Do not change the form of the words in brackets. You
must use NO MORE THAN FIVE WORDS, including the word given. (0) has been done as an
example. (1.0 point).
(0). I couldn’t hear your speech. MAKE
 I couldn’t make out your speech
Question 1. Local residents said they were against the new traffic scheme. (DISAPPROVAL)
→Local ________________________________________ the new traffic scheme.
Question 2. What he told me made me very curious to hear the rest of the story. (APPETITE)
→ What he told me ________________________________ the rest of the story.
Question 3. Anne is proud of her ability to speak five languages fluently. (PRIDES)
→ Anne _______________________________________ to speak five languages fluently.
Question 4. I tried to talk to Jack about the problem but he was too busy. (WORDS)
→ I tried _______________________________ Jack about the problem but he was too busy.
Question 5. I expect the book to be far better because it had been written by such a good novelist.
(SHORT)
→ The book ________________________________ even though it had been written by such a good novelist.

NO. 2
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the
sentence printed before it. Write your answers in the space provided.
1. She regrets not studying hard enough for the final examination.
 She wishes __________________________________________________.
2. They believe that the room was badly decorated.
 The room ____________________________________________.
3. I fully intend to find out who is responsible for the graffiti.
 I have every _______________________________________________.
4. I didn’t stop worrying about the wild animals until we were safe inside camp.
 It was only when we reached __________________________________.
5. It’s sad, but unemployment is unlikely to go down this year
 Sad ____________________________________________________.
6. The only thing that prevented the passing of the bill was the death of the Prime Minister.
 Had ______________________________________________.
7. You may be disqualified if you don’t obey the regulations.
 Failure __________________________________________________.
8. His condition improved so rapidly that he went home four days after the operation.
 There ___________________________________________________.
9. He is proud of his loyalty to his friends.
 He prides ________________________________________________.
10. I was not surprised to hear that Harry had failed his driving test.
 It came ____________________________________________________.

II. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the
word given. Do not change the word given. You must use NO MORE THAN SIX WORDS , including
the word given. Write your answers in the space provided.
1. She can’t stand her toothache, so she goes to see the dentist. (PUT)
 She goes to see the dentist as she can’t ____________________ her toothache.
2. He couldn’t understand the instruction of this task. (SENSE)
The instruction of this task ____________________________ him.
3. A foreign manager is running our restaurant at the moment. (RUN)
 Our restaurant ______________________ a foreign manager at the moment.
4. The fast food Linda eats affects her health badly. (EFFECT)
 The fast food Linda eats ____________________________ her health.
5. Nora described the trip to us in detail. (DETAILED)
 Nora ____________________________ the trip.
6. On Monday last week I met one of my friends by chance at the stadium. (CAME)
 On Monday last week I _________________________ mine at the supermarket.
7. Robert offered her a lift in his new car, but she didn’t accept. (TURNED)
 She ____________________________ offer of a lift in his new car.
8. Tony said that she would never talk to anyone else about the matter.(DISCUSS)
 Tony promised never ____________________________ anyone else.
9. She really hates it when people speak to her like that! (OBJECTS)
 She really ____________________________ to like that!
10. Kevin hates tennis, so don’t try to persuade him to play. (WORTH)
 It ____________________________ Kevin to play tennis because he hates it.
NO. 3
1. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.5 points)
1. His memory gradually failed as he grew old.
→ The older ………..………………………………………………………………………………..
2. The house seems to have been unoccupied for several years.
→ It looks …………………………………………………………………………………..............
3. We must continue our efforts whether there are problems or not.
→ Regardless ……………………………………………………………………………………….
4. I don’t understand one word of this wretched report.
→ I can’t make head ………………………………………………………………………………..
5. It is more than probable that they have had problems with their car.
→ In all ...... ......................... ......................... ......................... ......
2. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.5 points)
1. Do you happen to know what’s on at the cinema tonight? (CHANCE)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
2. The phone bill was so expensive that Dave was furious. (ARMS)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
3. I don't agree with the conclusions you have put forward. (ALONG)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
4. If you don't get down to work, you won't be able to pass the entrances exam. (OTHERWISE)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
5. If you hope to be a good driver, you mustn't break the traffic regulations. (ABIDE)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
NO. 4
1. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.5 points)
1. She has extensive knowledge of ancient Egypt
→ She is very ………..………………………………………………………………………………..
2. Alfred put on his raincoat because he didn't want to get soaked.
→ For fear …………………………………………………………………………………..............
3. Did she use her spare time in a good way?
→ Did she make ……………………………………………………………………………………….
4. She was warned firmly not to use the faulty oven, but she still kept doing so.
→ Even ………………………………………………………………………………..
5. It's hardly possible to reach the peak of the mountain on foot.
→ It’s nearly ...... ......................... ......................... ......................... ......
2. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.5 points)
1. Very little money was raised by the charity appeal. (RESPONSE)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
2. His irresponsible attitude is endangering his career as a doctor. (JEOPARDY)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
3. That wasn't what I meant at all. You've completely misunderstood me as usual. (STICK)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
4. He liked the new job straight way (DUCK)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
5. The new musical has delighted theater audiences throughout the country (STORM)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
No. 5
I. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. There is not a pair of thermal socks left in the shop, madam!
→ We are ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
2. You can’t beat a cup of tea to wake up in the morning.
→ There’s ……………………………………………………………………you up in the morning.
3. On receipt of your cheque, we shall send the goods to you.
→ As ………………………………………………………………………………………………….
4. He declared his disapproval of the behaviour of some of his supporters.
→ He let it ............................................................................................................................................
5. You will have to give up the whole idea.
→ I have no ……………………………………………………………………………………………
II. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
1. Russ’s opinions on the new management policies were very different from those of his fellow workers.
(ODDS)
→ Russ………………………………………………………………………… the new management policies.
2. His son bears a striking resemblance to him. (CARBON)
→ …………………………………………………………………………………………
3. The 2000s saw the rise to fame of this famous female singer. (NAME)
→ ........................................................................................................................................
4. I presume you are coming to the party Miriam. (READ)
→ Can I …………….........................…………………… you are coming to the party Miriam?
5. They remain close friends, despite having had many differences. (FALLEN)
→ Though ____________________________________________________________
No. 6
I. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. It's a widespread assumption that George was wrongly accused.
→ George ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
2. His efforts to find a solution didn't deserve such a savage criticism.
→ He shouldn't…………………………………………………………………………………………………
3. On receipt of your cheque, we shall send the goods to you.
→ As ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
4. The government didn't act soon enough to prevent the strike.
→ Had ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
5. Parents of young children need to know everything that is happening around them.
→ Having eyes ………………………………………………………………………………………………...
II. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
1. Tim tried to be like Christian Ronaldo when he was a teenager. (MODELLED)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
2. Clara said that she had not seen the missing letter. (HAVING)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
 3. Mike is never reluctant to make tough decisions as a manager (SHRINKS)
……………………………………………………………………………………….…………
4. After such a long time together David and Ann are happily married. (TEST)
……………………………………………………………………………………….…………
5. When it comes to politics, my father and I are on the same ground. (OPINION)
……………………………………………………………………………………….…………

No. 7
1. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. We never lost hope that the our missing son would return some day.
→ At no ………..………………………………………………………………………………..
2. Robert warned his wife pretty strongly, yet she refused to listen to his advice.
→ No …………………………………………………………………………………..............
3. Can the conflict be only solved by force?
→ Isn’t there ……………………………………………………………………………………….
4. It was a pity nobody voted in favour of our party.
→ I wished ………………………………………………………………………………..
5. Why did Mary resign?
→ What ...... ......................... ......................... ......................... ......
2. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
1. John has taken it upon himself to look after the baby tomorrow. (committed)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
2. The possibility of any further storms can't be excluded. (out)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
3. I reported him to the police because I assumed he was guilty of theft. (assumption)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
4. You are forbidden from leaving the house at night. (question)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
5. If the weather is fine, we may go camping at the weekend. (permitting)
→..........................................................................................................................................................

No. 8
I. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. I'm sure it wasn't Barney who broke the mirror as he was outside all the time.
→ It couldn’t ………..………………………………………………………………………………..
2. I cannot do anything more to make you feel comfortable.
→ There …………………………………………………………………………………..............
3. Everybody is aware that the newspaper is published by the right-wing party
→ It is ……………………………………………………………………………………….
4. Julia won't speak to the boy first as she is too shy.
→ Being ………………………………………………………………………………..
5. How much money does he make a month?
→ What ...... ......................... ......................... ......................... ......
II. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
1. He wasn't very willing to accept anybody else's demands. ( kindly)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
2. This case is similar to the one we investigated last year. (bears)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
3. To tell you the truth, I bought these shoes on the cheap. (song)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
4. There was poor attendance at the concert. (attended)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
5. The passengers were not allowed to smoke cigarettes during the flight. (refrain)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
No. 9
I. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. It was the government's support package that helped Covid-19 hit workers get through difficult period.
→ If ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
2. The trip is so amazing that we will never forget it.
→ Such …………………………………………………………………………………………………
3. I am sure he recognized us at the airport.
→ He must…………………………………………………………………………………………………….
4. The government has been reviewing their tax policy for some time.
→ The government's…………………………………………………………………………………………..
5. I almost gave up at one point.
→ I came very ………………………………………………………………………………………………...
II. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
1. Getting food and water to the flood victims must be dealt with before other matters.(PRIORITY)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
2. The direct aim of the statement is to make the public aware of the present situation (BOILS)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
3. Winning the prize has made him very conceited (HEAD)
……………………………………………………………………………………….…………
4. She was very relieved. She realized that her bag hadn't been stolen. (BREATHED)
……………………………………………………………………………………….…………
5. Hoa's teacher is very happy with her at the moment. (BOOKS)
……………………………………………………………………………………….…………
 KEYS
I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the
sentence printed before it. Write your answers in the spaces provided. (0) has been done as an
example (1.0 point)

0.2 point for each correct answer

1. You should have called the doctor at once.
2. If it hadn’t ...... been for my father’s money, we could not have managed.....
3. Paper....... is believed to have been invented by the Chinese in 105 A.D.
4. The team leader criticized Tom for not waiting/having waited for them.
5. Only when Alice and Charles (had) had their second child did they decide to move to a bigger house.
II. Rewrite the following sentences with the given words in such a way that the second sentence
has the same meaning as the first one. Do not change the form of the words in brackets. You
must use NO MORE THAN FIVE WORDS, including the word given. (0) has been done as an
example. (1.0 point).
1. Local residents expressed/voiced the disapproval of the new traffic scheme
2. What he told me whetted my appetite for the rest of story.
3. Anne prides herself on her ability to speak five languages fluently.
4. I tried to have a word with Jack about the problem but he was too busy.
5. The book fell short of my expectation even though it had been written by such a good novelist.

NO. 2
Part : (0.15/ea)
1. She wishes she had studied hard enough for the final examination.
2. The room is believed to have been badly decorated.
3. I have every intention of finding out who is responsible for the graffiti.
4. It was only when we reached the safety of/inside the camp that I stopped worrying about the wild animals.
5. Sad though/as it is, unemployment is unlikely to go down this year.
6. Had it not been for the death of the Prime Minister, the passing of the bill would/ could not have been
prevented. / the bill would have been passed.
7. Failure to obey the regulations may lead to/ result in disqualification.
8. There was such a rapid improvement in his condition that he went home four days after the operation
9. He prides himself on his loyalty to his friends.
10.It came as no surprise to me that Harry had failed his driving test.
Part 2: (0.15/ea)
1. She goes to see the dentist as she can’t …… put up with …..her toothache.
2. The instruction of this task … did not make (any/much) sense to….. him.
3. Our restaurant …… is being run by …..a foreign manager at the moment.
4. The fast food Linda eats …… has a bad effect on …. her health.
5. Nora …… gave us the/a detailed description of …… the trip.
6. On Monday last week I …… came across a friend of .……mine at the supermarket.
7. She …… turned down Robert’s …….. offer of a lift in his new car.
8. Tony promised never ……… to discuss the matter with …….anyone else.
9. She really …… objects to being spoken ……to like that!
10. It … is not worth trying to persuade….Kevin to play tennis because he hates it.
 NO. 3
1. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.5 points)
1. His memory gradually failed as he grew old.
→ The older ………..………………………………………………………………………………..
2. The house seems to have been unoccupied for several years.
→ It looks …………………………………………………………………………………..............
3. We must continue our efforts whether there are problems or not.
→ Regardless ……………………………………………………………………………………….
4. I don’t understand one word of this wretched report.
→ I can’t make head ………………………………………………………………………………..
5. It is more than probable that they have had problems with their car.
→ In all ...... ......................... ......................... ......................... ......
1. The older he grew, the more his memory failed/the less his memory was/became.
2. It looks as if the house has been unoccupied for several years.
3. Regardless of whatever problems, we must continue our efforts.
4. I can’t make head or tail of this wretched report. (not) make heads or tails
of something
5. In all probability, they have had problems with their car.

2. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.5 points)
1. Do you happen to know what’s on at the cinema tonight? (CHANCE)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
2. The phone bill was so expensive that Dave was furious. (ARMS)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
3. I don't agree with the conclusions you have put forward. (ALONG)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
4. If you don't get down to work, you won't be able to pass the entrances exam. (OTHERWISE)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
5. If you hope to be a good driver, you mustn't break the traffic regulations. (ABIDE)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
1. Do you by (any) chance know what’s on at the cinema tonight?
Do you know what’s on at the cinema tonight by (any) chance?
By (any) chance, do you know what’s on at the cinema tonight?
1. Dave was up in arms (= very angry )about such an expensive phone bill.
2. I do not go along with the conclusions you have put forward.
3. You should get/You had better get/Get down to work, otherwise you won't be able to pass
the entrance exam.
4. If you hope to be a good griver, you must abide by the traffic regulations
NO. 4
1. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.5 points)
1. She has extensive knowledge of ancient Egypt
→ She is very ………..………………………………………………………………………………..
2. Alfred put on his raincoat because he didn't want to get soaked.
→ For fear …………………………………………………………………………………..............
3. Did she use her spare time in a good way?
→ Did she make ……………………………………………………………………………………….
4. She was warned firmly not to use the faulty oven, but she still kept doing so.
→ Even ………………………………………………………………………………..
5. It's hardly possible to reach the peak of the mountain on foot.
→ It’s nearly ...... ......................... ......................... ......................... ......
1. she is very knowledgeable about of ancient Egypt
2. For fear of getting soaked Alfred put on his raincoat.
3. Did she make good use of her spare time?
4. Even though she was warned firmly not to use the faulty oven, she kept doing so.
5. It's nearly impossible to reach the peak of the mountain on foot.
2. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.5 points)
1. Very little money was raised by the charity appeal. (RESPONSE)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
2. His irresponsible attitude is endangering his career as a doctor. (JEOPARDY)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
3. That wasn't what I meant at all. You've completely misunderstood me as usual. (STICK)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
4. He liked the new job straight way (DUCK)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
5. The new musical has delighted theater audiences throughout the country (STORM)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
1. The response to the charity appeal was very poor
2. His irresponsible attitude is putting his career as a doctor in jeopardy
( in jeopardy : lâm vào nguy hiểm )
3. That wasn't what I meant at all. you've got the wrong end of the stick
4. => He took to the new job like duck to water
( take to st like duck to water: thoải mái như cá gặp nước )
5. The new musical has taken theater audiences by storm
No. 5
I. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. There is not a pair of thermal socks left in the shop, madam!
→ We are ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
2. You can’t beat a cup of tea to wake up in the morning.
→ There’s ……………………………………………………………………you up in the morning.
3. On receipt of your cheque, we shall send the goods to you.
→ As ………………………………………………………………………………………………….
4. He declared his disapproval of the behaviour of some of his supporters.
→ He let it ............................................................................................................................................
5. You will have to give up the whole idea.
→ I have no ……………………………………………………………………………………………
 1. We are completely out of thermal socks, madam!
You can't beat X = There is nothing better than X
2. There is nothing like cup of tea to wake you up in the morning.
3. As soon as we receive your cheque, we shall send the goods to you.
4. He let it be known that he disapproved of the behaviour of some of his supporters.
5. I have no option/ choice/ alternative but to give up the whole idea.
II. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
1. Russ’s opinions on the new management policies were very different from those of his fellow workers.
(ODDS)
→ Russ………………………………………………………………………… the new management policies.
2. His son bears a striking resemblance to him. (CARBON)
→ …………………………………………………………………………………………
6. The 2000s saw the rise to fame of this famous female singer. (NAME)
→ ........................................................................................................................................
7. I presume you are coming to the party Miriam. (READ)
→ Can I …………….........................…………………… you are coming to the party Miriam?
8. They remain close friends, despite having had many differences. (FALLEN)
→ Though ____________________________________________________________

1. Russ was at odds with his fellow workers over the new management policies.
2. His son is a carbon copy of him.
3. This female singer made her name in the 2000s.
4. Can I take it as read that you are coming to the party Miriam?
5. Though they have had many differences, they haven’t fallen out.

No. 6
I. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. It's a widespread assumption that George was wrongly accused.
→ George ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
George is widely assumed to have been wrongly acccused
2. His efforts to find a solution didn't deserve such a savage criticism.
→ He shouldn't…………………………………………………………………………………………………
He shouldn’t have received/ got such a savage criticism for his efforts to find a solution
He shouldn’t have been savagely criticised for his efforts to find a solution
3. On receipt of your cheque, we shall send the goods to you.
→ As ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
As soon as we receive your cheque, we shall send the goods to you
4. The government didn't act soon enough to prevent the strike.
→ Had ………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Had the government acted sooner, they could/ would have prevented the strike
5. Parents of young children need to know everything that is happening around them.
→ Having eyes ………………………………………………………………………………………………...
Having eyes in the back of their heads is necessary for parents of young children
II. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
6. Tim tried to be like Christian Ronaldo when he was a teenager. (MODELLED)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
As/ When a teenager/ when he was a teenager, Tim modelled himself on Christian
Ronaldo
Model oneself on Sb = try to make oneself similar to sb
7. Clara said that she had not seen the missing letter. (HAVING)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
Clara denied having seen the missing letter
8. Mike is never reluctant to make tough decisions as a manager (SHRINKS)
……………………………………………………………………………………….…………
Mike never shrinks from making tough decisions as a manager
9. After such a long time together David and Ann are happily married. (TEST)
……………………………………………………………………………………….…………
David and Ann’s marriage has stood the test of time
10. When it comes to politics, my father and I are on the same ground. (OPINION)
……………………………………………………………………………………….…………
My father and I have the same opinion on politics
Have the same opinion on something = be on the same ground
No. 7
1. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. We never lost hope that the our missing son would return some day.
→ At no ………..………………………………………………………………………………..
2. Robert warned his wife pretty strongly, yet she refused to listen to his advice.
→ No …………………………………………………………………………………..............
3. Can the conflict be only solved by force?
→ Isn’t there ……………………………………………………………………………………….
4. It was a pity nobody voted in favour of our party.
→ I wished ………………………………………………………………………………..
5. Why did Mary resign?
→ What ...... ......................... ......................... ......................... ......
1. At no time did we lose hope that our missing son would return some day.
2. No matter how strongly Robert warned his wife, she refused to listen to his advice.
3. Isn't there any other way of solving the conflict than by force?
4. I wished somebody had voted in favour of our party.
5. What was the reason for Mary's resignation?
2. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
1. John has taken it upon himself to look after the baby tomorrow. (committed)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
2. The possibility of any further storms can't be excluded. (out)
→..........................................................................................................................................................
3. I reported him to the police because I assumed he was guilty of theft. (assumption)
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4. You are forbidden from leaving the house at night. (question)
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5. If the weather is fine, we may go camping at the weekend. (permitting)
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1. John has committed himself to looking after the baby tomorrow.
2. The possibility of any further storms can't be ruled out.
3. I reported him to the police on the assumption that he was guilty of theft.
4. Your leaving the house at night is out of the question.
5. Weather permitting, we may go camping at the weekend.
Permitting (adj)
used to show that an activity depends on an uncertain condition:
Weather permitting (= if the weather is good enough), the picnic will be next Saturday.
No. 8
I. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. I'm sure it wasn't Barney who broke the mirror as he was outside all the time.
→ It couldn’t ………..………………………………………………………………………………..
2. I cannot do anything more to make you feel comfortable.
→ There …………………………………………………………………………………..............
3. Everybody is aware that the newspaper is published by the right-wing party
→ It is ……………………………………………………………………………………….
4. Julia won't speak to the boy first as she is too shy.
→ Being ………………………………………………………………………………..
5. How much money does he make a month?
→ What ...... ......................... ......................... ......................... ......
1. It couldn't have been Barney who broke the mirror as he was outside all the time.
2. There is nothing/not anything more I can do to make you feel comfortable.
3. I It is common knowledge that the newspaper is published by the right-wing party.
4. Being too shy, Julia won't speak to the boy first.
5. What/How big is his monthly income?

II. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
1. He wasn't very willing to accept anybody else's demands. ( kindly)
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2. This case is similar to the one we investigated last year. (bears)
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3. To tell you the truth, I bought these shoes on the cheap. (song)
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4. There was poor attendance at the concert. (attended)
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5. The passengers were not allowed to smoke cigarettes during the flight. (refrain)
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1. He did not take kindly to anybody else's demands.
not take kindly to something to be unwilling to accept a situation because it annoys you thấy khó
chấp nhận điều gì
2. This case bears resemblance to the one we investigated last year.
3. To tell you the truth, I bought these shoes for a song.
4. The concert was poorly attended.
The passengers had to refrain from smoking during the flight.

No. 9
I. Finish the second sentence in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence
printed before it (1.0 points)
1. It was the government's support package that helped Covid-19 hit workers get through difficult period.
→ If ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
If it hadn't been for the government's support package, Covid-19 hit workers would/ could not
have got/ gotten through difficult period.
If he government had not/ hadn't launched support package, Covid-19 hit workers would/ could
not have got/ gotten through difficult period.
2. The trip is so amazing that we will never forget it.
→ Such …………………………………………………………………………………………………
Such is an amazing trip that we will never forget it.
3. I am sure he recognized us at the airport.
→ He must…………………………………………………………………………………………………….
He must have recognized us at the airport.
4. The government has been reviewing their tax policy for some time.
→ The government's…………………………………………………………………………………………..
The government's tax policy has been under review for sometimes.
5. I almost gave up at one point.
→ I came very ………………………………………………………………………………………………...
I came very close/ near to giving up at one point.
II. Use the word(s) given in the brackets and make any necessary additions to complete a new
sentence in such a way that it is as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence. Do
NOT change the form of the given word(s). (1.0 points)
1. Getting food and water to the flood victims must be dealt with before other matters.(PRIORITY)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
Getting food and water to the flood victims must take PRIORITY over other matters.
Getting food and water to the flood victims must be given PRIORITY over other matters.
2. The direct aim of the statement is to make the public aware of the present situation (BOILS)
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The statement BOILS down to making the public aware of the present situation.
3. Winning the prize has made him very conceited (HEAD)
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Winning the prize has gone to his HEAD.
4. She was very relieved. She realized that her bag hadn't been stolen. (BREATHED)
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She BREATHED a sigh of relief when she realized that her bag hadn't been stolen.
5. Hoa's teacher is very happy with her at the moment. (BOOKS)
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Hoa is in her teacher's good BOOKS at the moment.