A Good Turn of Phrase TEST1A p.2 D. 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 2B Use each word in bold to make a new sentence similar in meaning to the original. Do not change the word in bold. I've told you before not to interrupt me when I'm speaking. it’s very rude. (butt) You shouldn't smoke if you want to lead a healthier lifestyle. | can't take this stress! I'm sure I'l have a nervous breakdown if things don't get better. New York has a bad reputation for violent crime. (notorious) Unfortunately, my rent, bills and car insurance total more than my monthly income. (amount) Dark colours are fashionable this winter. (vogue) The film was so popular that we had to wait in line for over an hour outside the cinema. (queue) Jeff relied on the welfare state for over two years before finding a job. (dependent) Many parents disapprove of violent scenes in TV programmes for children. (object) The suspect is being questioned conceming a number of burglaries in the area. (connection)A Good Turn of Phrase TEST 1B p.2 D. 21 22 26 27 28 29 30 Use each word in bold to make a new sentence similar in meaning to the original. Do not change the word in bold. Maria stil can't make up her mind about which university to go to. (decide) ‘We're always quarrelling with our neighbours about the noise they make late at night. (falling) Only after several items had gone missing did they realise the fact that there was a thief among them, (wake) Despite their speed and complexity, computers are not able to produce creative thought. (capable) You'd better put that milk back in the fridge before it turns sour. (goes) Ifyou are not sure about something, you may ask your teacher for help. (doubt) If the fire alarm rings, you should immediately go towards the nearest exit. (head) Clive was told to leave the nightclub after he started a fight. (turned) | still haven't found the time to fix the broken lock on the back door. (got) More than 10,000 people were left homeless after the earthquake. (excess) 31A Good Tum of Phrase TEST 2A p.2 D. 21 22 23 26 27 28 29 Use each word in bold to make a new sentence similar in meaning to the original. Do not change the word in bold. Despite failing her driving test three times, Tanya says she will continue trying, The opposition party has publicly demanded the Prime Minister's resignation. The company is proud of its ability to meet its customers’ every need. The drug smuggler was arrested before he could get rid of the evidence. Investigators have decided that arson could not have been the cause of the fire. It's impossible for you to take any time off now, I'm afraid — we're far too busy. Starting from next month, this note will no longer be considered legal tender. I want to consider all the alternatives before deciding on an appropriate course of action. After the company advertised in the local paper, orders arrived in large numbers. | feel that, to be successful, a marriage must be based on mutual respect. (keep) (called) (prides) (dispose) (ruled) (question) (effect) (weigh) (poured) (grounded) 3A Good Tum of Phrase TEST2B p.2 D. 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 3 Use each word in bold to make a new sentence similar in meaning to the original. Do not change the word in bold. The sightseers were given a guided tour of the ancient ruins. (shown) Is that your mother? She looks young enough to be mistaken for your sister! (pass) { don't usually lend money to people, but I'll make an exception for you. (habit) | would advise you to think carefully before you start a completely new career. (embark Henry soon went back to his bachelor habits after his divorce. (reverted) All employees must follow company regulations concerning safety standards. (comply) This area of land has been reserved for use as a wildlife sanctuary. (set) If you want to lose weight, you mustn't give in to the temptation to eat chocolate. (succumb) In the interests of their children, they decided not to get divorced. (sake) Although she struggled at first, Sheena is now about to become a major star. (point)A Good Tum of Phrase TEST3A p.2 D. 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 ” Use each word in bold to make a new sentence similar in meaning to the original. Do not change the word in bold. Many nations have decided to withdraw from the arms race in the interests of world peace. (pull) Anyone taking part in the competition must agree to follow the rules. (abide) Several factory workers were made redundant as a result of a drop in sales. (laid) We would like to remind you that your subscription to our magazine expires next month. (runs) ‘A beggar approached me in the street and asked for money. (came) The system will not work unless the rules are strictly followed. (adhered) ke a suggestion, but | feel | should draw your attention to one or two potential problems. (point) | am writing concerning your advertisement in the local paper. (reference) City dwellers tend to despise village life without any real justification. (look) Mr Noakes was overcome with grief when his dog died. (beside)A Good Turn of Phrase TEST3B p.2 D. at 23 24 25 26 27 28 Use each word in bold to make a new sentence similar in meaning to the original. Do not change the word in bold. Construction work on the city's Olympic Stadium has not kept up to schedule. (fallen) These flowers emit a really powerful scent. (give) ‘Thousands of men joined the army when war was declared. (enlisted) The victim's statement contradicted the police report. (variance) The police admitted they knew nothing about the whereabouts of the stolen painting, (dark) Paul needs to focus his attention on his studies and spend less time playing sport (concetrate) To be fair to him, he didn’t mean to break the window. It was an accident. (fairness) He visits his parents very seldom, because they live so far away. (moon) Can you help me fill in this task return form? I can’t understand it at all Meg and Harry will have to sell their house now that they've separated. (split) ct