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UNIT
EXERCISES
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30.1 Rewrite these sentences. Instead of using 'people', 'somebody', or 'they', write a passive sentence
with an appropriate verb form. (A & B)

1 Somebody introduced me to Dr Felix last year. I was introduced to Dr Felix last year.
2 People are destroying large areas of forest every day.
3 Somebody has bought the land next to our house.
4 Somebody had already reported the accident before I phoned.
5 I hope they will have completed all the marking by tomorrow.
6 People were using the tennis court, so we couldn't play.
7 Somebody will tell you when you should go in to see the doctor.
8 They should have finished the hotel by the time you arrive.
9 No doubt somebody will blame me for the problem.
10 People expect better results soon.
11 They have found an unexploded bomb in Herbert Square, and they are evacuating the area.

30.2 Here is the beginning of a report of an experiment. Rewrite it, putting verbs in the passive where
appropriate and making any other necessary changes. (B)

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30.3 Rewrite these sentences beginning with (The) + a noun formed from the underlined verb and a
passive verb. Choose an appropriate verb tense and make any other necessary changes. (B)
1 They will consider the issue at next week's meeting. Consideration will, be given to tlie Issue
at next week's meeting.
2 They eventually permitted the site to be used for the festival.
3 They have transferred the money to my bank account.
4 They will present the trophy after the speeches.
5 They will not announce the findings until next week.
6 They demolished the building in only two days.
7 They will produce the new car in a purpose-built factory.
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