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UNIT
EXERCISES 4 4

44.1 If possible, rewrite these sentences with a that-clause, as in 1. If it is not possible to rewrite the
sentence in this way, put a X. (C)

1 I understood the findings to be preliminary.
I understood VfiaJb the findings were Cor are) preliminary.
2 My French teacher encouraged me to spend time in France.
3 They believed the mine to contain huge deposits of gold.
4 They wanted us to pay now.
5 Most people consider her to be the best tennis player in the world today.

44.2 Underline the correct verb. If both are possible, underline them both. (D)
1 She reassured/promised that she would pick me up at 5.00.
2 Sue reminded/warned me that it was Tim's birthday in two days' time.
3 My doctor advised/told that I should cut down on cakes and biscuits.
4 My neighbour informed/told me that there was a crack in the wall of my house.
5 Amy warned/told that I should be more careful.
6 The experience convinced/taught me that I needed to practise the violin more.
7 Bob convinced/advised that I should take a holiday.

44.3 Complete the sentences with one of the verbs in E opposite and of, to, or with. In most cases
more than one verb is possible. (E)
1 Liz ..suggested to u s that we should come after lunch.
2 I Ann that we were free on Thursday evening.
3 The college its students that they attend for five days a week.
4 She me that she would be home late.
5 Tim me that we should spend the money on books for the school.
6 The general us that he had made serious mistakes in the battle.
7 It is all staff that they should be at work by 8.30.
8 Miss Walsh them that her decision was final.
44.4 If necessary, correct or make improvements to these sentences. If no changes are needed, put
a S. (B, D &E)
1 He complained to the police his neighbours were noisy.
2 I thought I'd bought some biscuits, but I can't find them in the cupboard.
3 When the telephone rang, it reminded that I had promised to contact Sam today.
4 The teacher explained us that the exam would be different this year.
5 The shop assured me that the freezer would be delivered tomorrow.
6 I was able to persuade that we should go on holiday to Italy rather than Scotland.
7 The authorities warned the building was unsafe.
8 The old man got up and pleaded the soldiers that the village should be left in peace.
9 She reassured to her parents that she had no plans to leave university.

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