REWRITE EXERCISES

Rewrite the following sentences using the words in brackets. Do no change the essential meaning of the sentences.

1. What are your plans for your birthday next Friday? Anything exciting? (doing)
What __________________________________________________________________________? Anything exciting?

2. The local council has decided to plant more trees in the central park. (going)
The local council _________________________________________________________________ in the central park.

3. Emma and Jack have sent me an email about their housewarming party. It’s happening on 3rd March. (having)
Emma and Jack __________________________________________________________ on 3rd March. They’ve sent
me an email about it.

4. I cannot attend the meeting on Friday because I have an appointment with my lawyer then. (seeing)
I cannot attend the meeting on Friday because ____________________________________________________ then.

5. The last time I visited an art exhibition was more than a year ago. (haven’t)
I ______________________________________________________________ an art exhibition for more than a year.

6. In the past, before airplanes became common, people often travelled by train. (used)
In the past, before airplanes became common, people _________________________________________________

7. My grandmother had the habit of drinking three cups of coffee every morning before her health started to decline.
(used)
Before her health started to decline, my grandmother _________________________________________________

8. I have never read such an inspiring book before. I’m sure it will change my perspective on life. (the)
This ______________________________________________________. I’m sure it will change my perspective on life.

9. Brighton is the windiest city in the UK. It gets an average of 10 mph winds in winter. (than)
Brighton _________________________________________________ in the UK. It gets an average of 10 mph winds in
winter.

10. No metal in the world is as precious as gold. A gram of this valuable metal may cost up to 60 dollars. (the)
Gold is ___________________________________________. A gram of this valuable metal may cost up to 60 dollars.

11. She is going to read the book. Her brother recommended the book last week. (which)
She is __________________________________________________________________________________ last week.

12. The teacher has been with our school for the last 30 years. We are going to honour her in the ceremony. (whom)
The teacher ____________________________________________________________________ for the last 30 years.

13. 1492 is the year. Christopher Columbus discovered America in that year. (when)
1492 is the year __________________________________________________________________________________

14. 24th June 2018 is the date. Saudi women were officially allowed to drive then. (when)
24th June 2018 __________________________________________________________________________________

15. The island is situated in the Pacific Ocean. A number of endangered sea turtle species live there. (where)
The island _______________________________________________________________________________________

16. The scheduled departure time for the train to Paris is 8:15 every morning. (leaves)
__________________________________________________________________________________ every morning.

17. The school's plan for next semester is to offer more evening classes for working students. (going)
__________________________________________________________________________________ next semester.
18. I have an appointment with my surgeon tomorrow. I need to discuss the results of my medical tests. (seeing)
I _____________________________________________________________________________________ tomorrow.

19. I’m not brave enough to speak in front an audience. Can someone else do it? (too)
I _________________________________________________________________________. Can someone else do it?

20. This bridge is too weak to support the weight of heavy trucks. We need to reinforce it. (enough)
This bridge _________________________________________________________________. We need to reinforce it.

21. It was such a complex puzzle that I felt a great sense of accomplishment when I finally solved it. (so)
_________________________________________ that I felt a great sense of accomplishment when I finally solved it.

22. This sofa is too large for one person to move on their own. You will need assistance. (enough)
__________________________________________________________________________. You will need assistance.

23. Have you got any plans for the winter break? Anything fun? (doing)
What __________________________________________________________________________? Anything fun?

24. The school library has decided to provide more study spaces for students during exam weeks. (going)
The school library _________________________________________________________________ for students during
exam weeks.

25. Sarah and Tom have invited me to their barbecue. It’s on 12th July. (having)
Sarah and Tom ________________________________________________________ on 12th July. They’ve invited me.

26. The last time I watched such an informative and interesting documentary was over six months ago. (haven’t)
I _________________________________________________________________ documentary for over six months.

27. My uncle had the habit of going for a run every morning before he injured his knee. (used)
Before he injured his knee, my uncle _____________________________________________________ every morning.

28. I have never tasted such a delicious dessert before. I’m sure it will become my favourite. (the)
This _____________________________________________________________. I’m sure it will become my favourite.

29. The Apple MacBook Pro is the fastest model in the store. It can process data in just a few seconds. (than)
The Apple MacBook Pro _________________________________________________ in the store. It can process data
in just a few seconds.

30. No pepper in the world is as spicy as the Carolina Reaper. It can reach over 2 million Scoville heat units. (the)
Carolina Reaper is ___________________________________________. It can reach over 2 million Scoville heat units.

31. She tried the apple pie recipe. Her friend had shared the recipe on Instagram some time ago. (which)
She tried ___________________________________________________________________________ some time ago.

32. 1969 is the year. The first man landed on the moon in that year. (when)
1969 is the year __________________________________________________________________________________

33. 5th September 2021 is the date. The Venice Biennale, one of the world’s largest art exhibitions, opened its doors
then. (when)
5th September 2021 ______________________________________________________.

34. This chair is too uncomfortable for me to sit in for long periods. I need a different one. (enough)
This chair _________________________________________ for me to sit in for long periods. I need a different one.

35. The rainforest is the country’s main source of income. Many rare species of birds are found there. (where)
The rainforest __________________________________________________________________________________
36. The company's goal for next year is to reduce its carbon footprint. (going)
The company is __________________________________________________________________________ next year.

37. The famous novelist is going to give the keynote speech at the conference. Her books have received many awards,
including the Booker and the Nobel Prize. (whose)
The famous novelist ______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________ at the conference.

38. Why is it necessary for workers to wear helmets on a construction site? (have to)
______________________________________________________________________ helmets on a construction site?

39. As a Turkish citizen, you can visit Northern Cyprus without having a passport. (have to)
As a Turkish citizen, you ______________________________________________ a passport to visit Northern Cyprus.

40. It is illegal to smoke in public areas where children are present. (allowed)
You _____________________________________________________________________ where children are present.

41. Can high school students write proper argumentative essays? (able)
______________________________________________________________________ proper argumentative essays?

42. It is possible that space tourism will become more affordable in the future. (might)
_______________________________________________________________________ more affordable in the future.

43. It is possible that the new policy will benefit small businesses. (may)
_________________________________________________________________________________ small businesses.

44. The ancient temples of Angkor remained unknown to the outside world until a French explorer rediscovered them
in the 19th century. (by)
The ancient temples of Angkor remained unknown to the outside world until __________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________ in the 19th century.

45. If you don’t reply to my email by this evening, I’ll assume you’re not interested. (unless)
Unless _________________________________________________________________________________________

46. Does using mobile phones while driving lead to many accidents? (by)
______________________________________________________________________ mobile phones while driving?

47. Try to calm down, or you won’t be able to focus on your exam. (if)
If _____________________________________________________________________________________________

48. Don’t delay submitting your assignment, or you will lose points. (if)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________

49. The residents abandoned the village. There was a risk of flooding there. (where)
The residents ____________________________________________________________________________________

50. I haven’t watched the movie. The movie is about the remarkable journey of Nelson Mandela. (which)
__________________________________________________________________________________.

51. I am certain the manager is in the meeting room. I can hear her talking to the sales team. (be)
__________________________________________________________. I can hear her talking to the sales team.

52. Studies show that excessive sugar consumption harms the human brain over time. (by)
Studies show that _______________________________________________________________ over time.
53. A person can’t access online banking if their account isn’t activated. (unless)
__________________________________________________________________________________ online banking.

54. It is an obligation for visitors to display their badges while entering the conference hall. (to)
Visitors ____________________________________________________________ while entering the conference hall.

55. It is not possible for the rescue team to leave the base tonight due to the snowstorm. (cannot)
The rescue team _______________________________________________________________ due to the snowstorm.

56. It is impossible for me to understand this math problem without further explanation. (cannot)
I ______________________________________________________________________ without further explanation.

57. I’m thinking about going back to school to complete my degree, but I haven’t decided for sure yet. (might)
I __________________________________________________________________, but I haven’t decided for sure yet.

58. There’s a chance I’ll finish the application form by Monday, but I can’t be absolutely sure. (may)
I ____________________________________________________________ by Monday, but I can’t be absolutely sure.

59. I am sure the train isn’t early. I just checked the schedule, and it’s delayed by an hour. (can’t)
The train _________________________________________. I just checked the schedule, and it’s delayed by an hour.

60. I am sure your dog isn’t hungry. He hasn’t touched his food. (can’t)
Your dog _______________________________________________________. He hasn’t touched his food.

61. I’m sure you know about this topic because it was in the syllabus last semester. (must)
You ______________________________________________________ because it was in the syllabus last semester.

62. The old town square looks incredible now because the local government restored it last year. (by)
The old town square looks incredible now because it ____________________________________ last year.

63. It’s a good idea for athletes to stretch after a workout to prevent injuries. (ought)
Athletes __________________________________________________________ to prevent injuries.

64. You were too harsh to your brother. I think you should make peace with him. (if)
If ________________________________________________________________. You were too harsh to him.

65. They really need to clean the chimney before winter; otherwise, it might cause a fire. (better)
They ________________________________________________; otherwise, it might cause a fire.

66. She really shouldn’t skip her doctor’s appointment, or she might have health issues later. (better)
She ___________________________________________________________, or she might have health issues later.

67. The team should improve their communication skills if they want to win the championship. (in order)
The team should improve their communication skills __________________________________________________.

68. Take your headphones with you on the plane if you don’t want to get disturbed by the noise. (so that)
Take your headphones with you on the plane _________________________________________________________.

69. I’m going to clean the house today because I want to relax tomorrow when my friends come over. (so that)
I’m going to clean the house today ___________________________________________________________________.

70. It’s a good idea to check the weather forecast before planning an outdoor activity. (if)
If ______________________________________________________________ before planning an outdoor activity.

71. No matter how many times I entered the correct password, I couldn’t log into the system. (able)
No matter how many times I entered the correct password, I ____________________________________________.
Rewrite the following sentences using “the first or the second conditional”.

1. Don’t drive on icy roads because you will have an accident.

________________________________________________________________________.

2. You must take the medicine now, or your fever will get worse.
________________________________________________________________________.

3. I don’t know his phone number, so I cannot call him.

________________________________________________________________________.

4. Perhaps it will snow tomorrow. Then we cannot go hiking.

________________________________________________________________________.

5. I don’t have any extra money, so I cannot buy a new laptop.

________________________________________________________________________.

6. Don’t forget to bring a raincoat, or you will get soaked.

________________________________________________________________________.

7. You don’t review your notes regularly. That’s why you forget important details.
________________________________________________________________________.

8. I cannot solve this puzzle because I don’t understand the instructions.

________________________________________________________________________.

9. Drink plenty of water, and you will feel better soon.

________________________________________________________________________.

10. If the bus doesn’t arrive on time, I will call a taxi.

Unless ____________________________________________________________________.

11. If you don’t follow a healthy diet, you won’t stay fit.
Unless ____________________________________________________________________.

12. She is not confident enough, so she won’t participate in the competition.
__________________________________________________________________________.
 ANSWER KEY
REWRITE EXERCISES
1. What are you doing for your birthday next Friday? Anything exciting?
2. The local council is going to plant more trees in the central park.
3. Emma and Jack are having a housewarming party on 3rd March. They’ve sent me an email about it.
4. I cannot attend the meeting on Friday because I am seeing my lawyer then.
5. I haven’t visited an art exhibition for more than a year.
6. In the past, before airplanes became common, people used to travel by train.
7. Before her health started to decline, my grandmother used to drink three cups of coffee every morning.
8. This is the most inspiring book I have ever read. I’m sure it will change my perspective on life.
9. Brighton is windier than all the other cities in the UK. It gets an average of 10 mph winds in winter.
10. Gold is the most precious metal in the world. A gram of this valuable metal may cost up to 60 dollars.
11. She is going to read the book which her brother recommended last week.
12. The teacher whom we are going to honour in the ceremony has been with our school for the last 30 years.
13. 1492 is the year when Christopher Columbus discovered America.
14. 24th June 2018 is the date when Saudi women were officially allowed to drive.
15. The island where a number of endangered sea turtle species live is situated in the Pacific Ocean.
16. The train to Paris leaves at 8:15 every morning.
17. The school is going to offer more evening classes for working students next semester.
18. I am seeing my surgeon tomorrow. I need to discuss the results of my medical tests.
19. I’m too scared/ too afraid to speak in front of an audience. Can someone else do it?
20. This bridge is not strong enough to support the weight of heavy trucks. We need to reinforce it.
21. The puzzle was so complex that I felt a great sense of accomplishment when I finally solved it.
22. This sofa is not small enough for one person to move on their own. You will need assistance.
23. What are you doing for the winter break? Anything fun?
24. The school library is going to provide more study spaces for students during exam weeks.
25. Sarah and Tom are having a/their barbecue on 12th July. They’ve invited me.
26. I haven’t watched such an informative and interesting documentary for over six months.
27. My uncle used to for a run/used to go for a run every morning before he injured his knee.
28. This is the most delicious dessert I have ever tasted. I’m sure it will become my favourite.
29. The Apple MacBook Pro is faster than all the other models in the store. It can process data in just a few seconds.
30. Carolina Reaper is the spiciest pepper in the world. It can reach over 2 million Scoville heat units.
31. She tried the apple pie recipe which her friend had shared on Instagram some time ago.
32. 1969 is the year when the first man landed on the moon.
33. 5th September 2021 is the date when the Venice Biennale, one of the world’s largest art exhibitions, opened its
doors.
34. This chair is not comfortable enough for me to sit in for long periods. I need a different one.
35. The rainforest where many rare species of birds are found is the country’s main source of income.
36. The company is going to reduce its carbon footprint next year.
37. The famous novelist whose books have received many awards, including the Booker and the Nobel Prize is going
to give the keynote speech at the conference.
38. Why do workers have to wear helmets on a construction site?
39. As a Turkish citizen, you don’t have to have a passport to visit Northern Cyprus.
40. You aren’t allowed to smoke in public areas where children are present.
41. Are high school students able to write proper argumentative essays?
42. Space tourism might become more affordable in the future.
43. The new policy may benefit small businesses.
44. The ancient temples of Angkor remained unknown to the outside world until they were rediscovered by a French
explorer in the 19th century.
45. Unless you reply to my email by this evening, I’ll assume you’re not interested.
46. Are many accidents caused by using mobile phones while driving?
47. If you don’t/don’t try to calm down, you won’t be able to focus on your exam.
48. If you delay submitting your assignment, you will lose points.
49. The residents abandoned the village where there was a risk of flooding.
50. I haven’t watched the movie which is about the remarkable journey of Nelson Mandela.
51. The manager must be in the meeting room. I can hear her talking to the sales team.
52. Studies show that the human brain is harmed by excessive sugar consumption over time.
53. Unless their/his/her account is activated, a person can’t access online banking.
54. Visitors have to/need to display their badges while entering the conference hall.
55. The rescue team cannot leave the base tonight due to the snowstorm.
56. I cannot understand this math problem without further explanation.
57. I might go back to school to complete my degree, but I haven’t decided for sure yet.
58. I may finish the application form by Monday, but I can’t be absolutely sure.
59. The train can’t be early. I just checked the schedule, and it’s delayed by an hour.
60. Your dog can’t be hungry. He hasn’t touched his food.
61. You must know this topic before because it was in the syllabus last semester.
62. The old town square looks incredible now because it was restored by the local government last year.
63. Athletes ought to stretch after a workout to prevent injuries.
64. If I were you, I would make peace with your brother. You were too harsh to him.
65. They had better clean the chimney before winter; otherwise, it might cause a fire.
66. She had better not skip her doctor’s appointment, or she might have health issues later.
67. The team should improve their communication skills in order to win the championship.
68. Take your headphones with you on the plane so that you won’t get disturbed by the noise.
69. I’m going to clean the house today so that I can relax tomorrow when my friends come over.
70. If I were you, I would check the weather forecast before planning an outdoor activity.
71. No matter how many times I entered the correct password, I wasn’t able to log into the system.

IF CLAUSE – TYPE 1 & TYPE 2

1. If you drive on icy roads, you will have an accident.

2. If you don’t take the medicine now, your fever will get worse. / Unless you take the medicine now, your fever will
get worse.
3. If I knew his phone number, I could/would call him.
4. If it snows tomorrow, we cannot go hiking.
5. If I had some extra money, I could buy a new laptop.
6. If you don’t bring a raincoat, you will get soaked. / Unless you bring a raincoat, you will get soaked.
7. If you reviewed your notes regularly, you wouldn’t forget important details.
8. If I understood the instructions, I could solve this puzzle.
9. If you drink plenty of water, you will feel better soon.
10. Unless the bus arrives on time, I will call a taxi.
11. Unless you follow a healthy diet, you won’t stay fit.
12. If she were confident enough, she would participate in the competition.