
Rephrasing, also known as sentence transformation, is an activity that consists of rewriting sentences in a different way while preserving their original meaning. This type of exercise is commonly found in B1, B2, and C1 Cambridge exams, as well as in university entrance tests at many institutions.
What does this task entail? You are provided with a sentence that you must rewrite using a given word or structure, ensuring that the new version remains as close in meaning as possible to the original.
The purpose of rephrasing exercises is to assess your proficiency in grammatical structures and your ability to use a wide range of linguistic resources.
1. The ticket was too expensive for him to pay.
The ticket was not…
2. We expected Larry to accept the job, but he didn’t.
Even though Larry…
3. You have to remember all the details.
(BETTER)
4. Jill can run faster than Peter.
Peter can’t
5. I used to rely on James for advice.
James is the person...
6. What do you like to do in your free time?
(ENJOY)
7. It is quite unlikely that she will pay for the drinks.
It is not...
8. Many Indian people are too poor to have their own houses.
Many Indian people aren’t...
9. He’s an excellent worker. I can depend on him.
(WHOM)
10. A girl delivered a pizza to our home yesterday evening.
We...
11. I always get up earlier than my brother.
My brother always...
12. Nobody in the school sings as well as Amy.
(SINGER)
13. The defeat was so humiliating that those who survived went back home straight away.
It was such...
14. I haven’t gone to a Depeche Mode concert for 15 years.
I last...
15. They had painted the house before they moved in.
(GOT)
16. I will keep my promise if you keep yours.
As long as...
17. They have worked in Thailand for two years.
They began...
18. I don’t listen to rap music at all.
(NEVER)
19. Despite his age, my uncle still runs marathons.
Although
20. They didn’t give him what he needed.
He...


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