A conditional sentence has 2 parts, the condition and the consequence. Fce key word transformations gerund or infinitive 9 terms. Cambridge first certificate fce sentence transformations practice of comparing contrasting language. There are several types of conditional sentences, but our interest here is how they are tested in the fce sentence transformations. It focuses on part 4 of reading and use of english exam paper where students are supposed to paraphrase sentences using the word given the problem. You need to read the first sentence in each question. The more key word transformation exercises you do, the better you will become at doing them.
Candidates must decide from where in the text the sentences have been removed. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. You must then complete the second sentence so that it. All downloads are in pdf format and consist of a worksheet and answer sheet to check your results. Read the exam instructions and the example 0 below, then correct the mistakes in the answers to questions 1 7. You must complete the second sentence so that it has the same meaning as the first using a word given that must not be changed. So, a sentence where the shops is used as the object and men, women and children is used as the subject should be chosen as the answer. From this you need to look at the second sentence and think about what information is missing. First certificate key word sentence transformations test.
You must use two to five words and are not allowed to change the key word in any way. If youve read this article, youll understand conditionals. B2 first fce key word transformations worksheets the final part of the use of english paper is key word transformations. A complex sentence can be transformed into a simple sentence by reducing the subordinate clause into a phrase. Here, the condition is study, shown by the word if, and the consequence is pass your exam. This activity helps with the key word transformations section of the use of english paper. Suchso tooenough sentence transformations interactive. See more ideas about word transformation, cambridge english and english grammar. Part 2gapped text a text from which sentences have been removed and placed in jumbled order after the text. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a. But in the first certificate exam, there often seems to be at least one key word transformations question with reporting verbs. Talking about problems is the only way to deal with them in a satisfactory way.
Transformation sentences are one of the most difficult exercises in the cambridge first certificate of english fce, use of english paper. Cambridge first certificate fce sentence transformations. English esl transformation worksheets most downloaded. Cambridge first certificate fce key word sentence transformations student a without looking at your partners worksheet, work together to decide if each pair of sentences below has exactly the same meaning or if the two similar sentences actually have slightly or very different meanings. First fce transformations reporting verbs breakout. Pet writing part 1 transformations exercises complete the sencond sentence using one, two or three words only. Key word transformation pdf worksheets english vocabulary. Transform the following sentences in english using the following tenses. Present perfect continuous, present perfect and past simple. Sentence transformation exercise 2 advertisements in this exercise you are given sentences and then asked to complete similar sentences using a different structural pattern so. Three separated pages with exercises on transformation of sentences.
Practise some patterns that often appear in the fce key word. You must use between two and five words, including the word given. Once you have read the theory, do the exercises given below to test how well you have understood the ideas. Cambridge first certificate fce sentence transformations practice. Heres an example key word transformation task from the fce handbook which you can download from the cambridge english website. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. You have to use the key word to complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first sentence. You are also given some sentences with input boxes, and you are required to use the words to complete the sentences correctly.
We met a girl who was carrying a basket on her head. Passive to active and active to passive transformations these constitute around 10% of transformations. Six separate items, each with a leadin sentence and a gapped second sentence to be completed in two to five words, one of which is a given. Key word transformation b2 pdf worksheets english practice. As you can see in the examples below, there are often multiple structures that can be used following different reporting. This is also useful for the spanish selectivo exam. Practice in the key word transformations task from the fce reading and use. It will enable students to make trasnsformations in conditionals type. Fce sentence transformation exercises all b1 grammar. A collection of english esl worksheets for home learning, online practice, distance learning and english classes to teach about transformation, transformation. For questions 16, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Transformation of sentences exercise english practice.
How to do key word transformation questions fce reading. So, like always, we need to prepare students for the eventuality of encountering it in the exam. Conditionals, english sentence construction, sentence. Change the following statements into questions and negatives. These ebooks contain 50 key word transformation exercises each. English esl sentence transformation worksheets most. Sentence transformation complete the sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first. Each question consists of a leadin sentence and a second gapped sentence. Fce keyword transformation sentence transformation. Key word transformation using the word in capitals, complete each of the sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence printed before it. Fce sentence transformation exercises 3 complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence using the word given in brackets. Information and exercises to prepare for first certificate paper 3 use of english part 4. The aim of this activity is to take a little break from the routine of cambridge english. The final part of the use of english paper is key word transformations.
First certificate in english examination key word transformations. In this part of the exam you have six sentences to complete. Language in use pdf wworksheets for english language learners upperintermediate level b2. Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first. Practise some patterns that often appear in the fce key. Exercises to help with grammar, vocabulary, listening, reading and pronunciation. Here also, we should not miss any information supplied in the original sentence. You have to change the sentence using 3, 4 or 5 words, one of which must be the word given in capital letters. A sentence followed by a key word and a second sentence which has a gap in it. Using the word in capitals, complete each of the sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the. Ive noticed with a lot of my students that they werent able to transfer the knowledge of particular.
The key word transformation is part 4 of the use of english paper. Introduction to the fce time description number of items marks reading 1 hour part 1multiple choice a text followed by fouroption multiplechoice questions. A student has to use the key word to complete the second sentence so. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation. Kwt003 key word transformation use the word in bold print at the end of the line to form a new sentence that has the same meaning. This exercise is prepared to improve usinsg conditional sentences. Key word transformation worksheet 1 task 1 all the answers to questions 1 7 below are grammatically correct. Exam levels first, advanced, proficiency, ielts, toefl. In the exam you transfer your answer to a special answer sheet. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. If youre an fcecae student who finds the part 4 questions in the reading and use of english exam key word transformations difficult, then. Today school first certificate fce online tests first certificate key word sentence transformations test 1.
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