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.
En la comunidad autónoma de Andalucía (España), la parte de "Use of English" consiste en dos ejercicios de "rephrasing" a elegir uno con 6 frases cada uno con un valor de 3 puntos sobre 10 (cada oración vale 0,5 puntos). Aquí va una recopilación de ejemplos que te servirán para preparar tu examen con éxito.
Rewrite the following sentences without changing the original meaning. The new sentence must clearly present a different linguistic structure. Begin as indicated or use the words in brackets. The words provided must not be changed in any way.
1. 1. This isn’t my book.
(BELONG)
2. I am getting my house painted next week.
They…
3. I will accept your offer if you consider my demands.
Providing that…
4. What’s the price of this jacket?
(COST)
5. Despite being the best at Maths, he didn’t win the competition.
Although…
6. Jeff Bezos is the richest person in the world.
No one…
7. Justin fell during the football game.
(WHILE)
8. I didn’t notice that the man was in trouble, so I didn’t help him.
If I…
9. The mechanic is fixing my car right now.
I am…
10. The last time I saw Sophie was in 2002.
(SINCE)
11. We suggest that we make a move today.
What about…
12. It wasn’t necessary for you to work late last night.
You needn’t…
13. That’s the restaurant. We are having dinner there tomorrow.
(WHERE)…
14. Is somebody going to order the pizzas in the end?
Are…
15. The accident has been caused by a driver using a mobile phone.
A driver…
16. I hired a plumber to repair my sink.
(HAD)…
17. I’d rather you didn’t stay long at the party.
You had…
18. The policewoman asked to see my driving license.
“May I…
19. I really don’t like it when he shouts at me.
(WISH)
20. It is possible that your little brother hid your phone.
Your little brother may…
1. 1. This isn’t my book.
(BELONG)
2. I am getting my house painted next week.
They…
3. I will accept your offer if you consider my demands.
Providing that…
4. What’s the price of this jacket?
(COST)
5. Despite being the best at Maths, he didn’t win the competition.
Although…
6. Jeff Bezos is the richest person in the world.
No one…
7. Justin fell during the football game.
(WHILE)
8. I didn’t notice that the man was in trouble, so I didn’t help him.
If I…
9. The mechanic is fixing my car right now.
I am…
10. The last time I saw Sophie was in 2002.
(SINCE)
11. We suggest that we make a move today.
What about…
12. It wasn’t necessary for you to work late last night.
You needn’t…
13. That’s the restaurant. We are having dinner there tomorrow.
(WHERE)…
14. Is somebody going to order the pizzas in the end?
Are…
15. The accident has been caused by a driver using a mobile phone.
A driver…
16. I hired a plumber to repair my sink.
(HAD)…
17. I’d rather you didn’t stay long at the party.
You had…
18. The policewoman asked to see my driving license.
“May I…
19. I really don’t like it when he shouts at me.
(WISH)
20. It is possible that your little brother hid your phone.
Your little brother may…
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