LEVEL IV MARCH
INVERSION
SENTENCE TRANSFORMATION
Rewrite the following sentences using the new beginning given. The meaning of the original sentence
must not change.
1. I have rarely seen such a beautiful sunset.
Rarely
2. They had no sooner entered the theatre than the performance began.
No sooner
3. The lesson will not begin until everybody is quiet.
Not until
4. I will on no account sign this document.
On no account
5. You will succeed only by working hard.
Only
6. He seldom takes a holiday.
Seldom
7. He not only advised me what to do; he also lent me the money.
Not only
8. He little realises how ill he is.
Little
9. The old man didn’t say a word.
Not a word
10. I have hardly ever seen anybody so unhappy.
Hardly ever
11. He didn’t look at us even once.
Not even once
12. If I had known how difficult this course was going to be, I would never have signed
up for it.
Had
13. There has never been so much street violence in this city.
Never
14. I’m not going to the party and my wife isn’t either.
I’m not going to the party and nor
15. If you are interested in our offer, please contact us.
Should
16. If you happen to see Mary, give her my regards.
Should
17. If it weren’t for your help, John would still be homeless.
