I. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence printed before it. (2.0 points)
1. Although the girl is young, she is quite experienced.
-> In spite of ………………………………………………………………….
2. The play started as soon as we arrived at the theatre.
-> No sooner…………………………………………………………………...
3. As Mike earned more money, he bought more clothes.
-> The …..………………………………………………………………………
4. Who often makes people in your class laugh ?
-> By .………………………………………………………………………….
5. “Shall I clean the windows for you, Mai ? ” Said Nam
-> Nam offered …………………………………………………………………
6. He said he was not guilty of stealing the car.
-> He denied ……………………………………………..…………..
7. He never suspected that the money had been stolen.
-> At no time …………………………………………………………………..
8. No one has seen Hoa since her birthday.
-> The last time Hoa .. …………………………………………………………
9. The boys prefer playing soccer to staying indoors.
-> The boys would rather ……………………………………………………..
10. Nam doesn’t like chocolate cakes and his parents don’t, either
-> Neither............................................................................................................
II. Complete the sentences, using the given words. (1.0point)
1. Mr.Brown / teach English/ six years now.
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2. The recent earthquake/ cause/ serious damage/ Japan’s economy.
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3. If/ I/ you/ I/ take/ public transport/ school/ avoid traffic jams/ save energy.
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4. It/ essential that/ the boy/ have/ good command/ English.
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5. We/ having/ very good/ time/ together/ help us/ strengthen/ friendship.
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