Part 4: 'Key' Word Transformation (Verb Patterns)

You knowledge of verb patterns such as gerund and infinitive is frequently tested.

For Questions 1-8, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words.

1. It's really important that you pay the bill today.REMEMBERYou mustthe bill today.

2. I think it would be a good idea if you joined the beginner's class.SUGGESTI the beginners class.

3. Meeting John in town was really surprising.EXPECTI John in town.

4. In the future she became a successful business woman.WENTShe a successful business woman.

5. I'll help you with your homework.MINDI you with your homework.

6. I hated driving on the left at first but now it's OK.USEDI on the left now.

7. Don't bother to apply for the job.POINTThere for the job.

8. Were you successful in passing the exam?MANAGEDid the exam?

1. remember to pay

2. suggest joining/(that) you join

3. did not/didn't expect to meet

4. went on to become

5. do not/don't mind helping

6. am/'m/have got/'ve got used to driving

7. is/'s no point (in) applying

8. you manage to pass