E11- Revision – Writing

Ex 1: Combine the following pairs of sentences, using perfect gerund and perfect participles.
1. As he had drunk too much beer, he didn't drive home himself.
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2. The students in group 11A planted the most trees in the schoolyard. They were praised for that.
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3. After we had visited the museum, we decided to have lunch in the park.

4. Lan has come up with creative solutions for dealing with air pollution. We praise her for that.
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5. Farmers had been told about the dangers of chemical fertilisers. They turned to bio-fertilisers.
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6. She had spent the whole month studying the effects of deforestation. She collected enough data.
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7. Tom broke his promise to keep my secret. He apologised for that.
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8. Before we came to Lam's party, we had bought some flowers.
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9. After I had had my dinner, I invited Linda for a walk.
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10. The local authorities had failed to manage water resources efficiently. They had to deal with water
shortages.
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11. He said that he would take responsibility for his company's damage to the area. But then he denied
that.
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12. He donated a lot of money to environmental protection campaigns. He was admired for that.
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13. They decided to cut down their carbon footprints. They were praised for that.
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14. We have advised you on how to cut down your energy use. We remember that.
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15. Some scientists have distorted the effects of climate change. They were accused of that.
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Ex 2: Complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first one.
1. The company last won a trophy 20 years ago. (for)
The company hasn’t won any trophies for 20 years
2. The club has been successful for three years. (ago)
The club started being successful three years ago
3. The team last won a home game in September. (since)
The team hasn’t won a home game since September
4. Peter hasn't scored a goal for 2 months. (ago)
Peter last scored a goal 2 months ago
5. This is only my first time in an English speaking contest. (before)
I have never been an E speaking contest before
6. She became the marketing manager 4 months ago. (for)
She has been the marketing manager for 4 months
7. Lien last visited a centre for children with cognitive impairments two weeks ago. (for)
Lien
8. His sister got injured three weeks ago, and she's still in hospital now.
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