SENTENCE TRANSFORMATION exercises

Rewrite the following sentence using the words in bold type and following any instructions given. Use the verbs in their correct form. Do not change the meaning of the original sentence. In many multilingual societies people rely on a common means of communication to conduct business and maintain social harmony, even if it’s not their native tongue. This shared mode of expression often helps bridge cultural gaps and enables cooperation across diverse linguistic communities. Use a conditional sentences and use “trade language”

*Unless people in many multilingual societies rely on trade language, even if it’s not their native tongue, bridging cultural gaps and enabling cooperation across diverse linguistic communities wouldn’t be so easy.

*If a trade language were not used in many multilingual societies, people would struggle to conduct business and maintain social harmony, as this common means of communication bridges cultural gaps and supports cooperation.

Rewrite the following sentence using the words in bold type and following any instructions given. Use the verbs in their correct form. Do not change the meaning of the original sentence. Many communities view their native language as more than just a tool for communication: it serves as a symbol of cultural identity and unity, and losing it can feel like losing a part of themselves. That’s why they prioritize preserving their language over adopting a more globally dominant one. Begin with “Rather than”

*Rather than adopting a more globally dominant language, many communities prioritize their own, as it serves as a symbol of cultural identity and unity, meaning their native language is not just a tool for communication and losing it can feel like losing a part of themselves.

*Rather than adopt a more globally dominant language, many communities choose to preserve their native. 

Rewrite the following sentence using the words in bold type and following any instructions given. Use the verbs in their correct form. Do not change the meaning of the original sentence. English is widely used in international conferences, academic journals, and global business meetings. People from different linguistic backgrounds often choose it because they need a shared language to ensure effective communication and avoid misunderstandings. Use “in order for” to express purpose

*In order for people from different linguistic backgrounds to ensure different communication and avoid misunderstandings in international conferences, academic journals, and global business meetings, they need to use English.

*English is widely used in international conferences, academic journals, and global business meetings in order for people from different linguistic backgrounds to have a shared language that ensures effective communication and prevents misunderstandings.

Rewrite the following sentence using the words in bold type and following any instructions given. Use the verbs in their correct form. Do not change the meaning of the original sentence. After the government rushed a controversial gun control bill through parliament without consulting key stakeholders or addressing public concerns, critics from across the political spectrum condemned the move, triggering weeks of protests and unrest. Use a conditional sentence and use “backlash”

Had the government not rushed a controversial gun control bill through parliament without consulting key stakeholders or addressing public concerns, critics from across the political spectrum condemned the move would not have condemned the move, and thus no backlash would have taken place.

Rewrite the following sentence using the words in bold type and following any instructions given. Use the verbs in their correct form. Do not change the meaning of the original sentence. The administration imposed sweeping surveillance measures immediately after the mass shooting, without considering the community’s need for transparency and dialogue. This approach alienated many citizens and sparked intense public criticism. Begin with “rather than”

Rather than considering the community’s need for transparency and dialogue, the administration imposed sweeping surveillance measures immediately after the mass shooting, which alienated many citizens and sparked intense public criticism.

Rewrite the following sentence using the words in bold type and following any instructions given. Use the verbs in their correct form. Do not change the meaning of the original sentence. Some community leaders argued that stricter policing was necessary to reduce crime in the neighborhood. Others claimed that investing in education and job opportunities would be a more effective long-term solution. Combine both sentences beginning with “whereas”

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Rewrite the following sentence using the words in bold type and following any instructions given. Use the verbs in their correct form. Do not change the meaning of the original sentence. The two departments constantly argue over resources and priorities, which prevents them from collaborating effectively on major projects. Begin with “if only” and use “be at each other’s throats”

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Rewrite the following sentence using the words in bold type and following any instructions given. USe the verbs in their correct form. Do not change the meaning of the original sentence During the budget planning session, the two department heads had a heated disagreement that disrupted the rest of the meeting. Later that day, they decided to meet privately to resolve their differences and prevent further tension within the team. Use a non-finite clause with “after” and use “clear the air”.

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If it were not for neurolinguistics, it would be impossible to explain how young learners perceive the distinctive features of a given language. (Use an inverted conditional + APPREHEND).

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Professor Halley published an article. In this article, it became clear that she was in favour of inclusive language. The publication of the article sparked the debate in sceptical and conservative sectors who are opposed to the linguistic change. (Join the sentences into one + use FLAMES as part of an idiom).

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Unfortunately, they had no hesitation at the time of overturning the aboriginal languages protection act; as a result, they have left hundreds of children without the possibility of studying their mother tongue at school. (Use DEPRIVE in the passive form + QUALMS with an appropriate preposition).

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The growing support of social movements in favour of women’s rights is starting to influence the increase in the use of inclusive language in social media, especially among younger speakers. (Use DICTATE in the passive voice).

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The instatement of EFL as a compulsory subject has meant that millions of students across the country are obligated to study English in secondary school. However, this instruction is not enough for them to communicate effectively in this language. (Join the sentences starting with “Even though” + COMPEL).

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