CAE Reading and Use of English Part 4: Key Word Transformation
For questions 1-6, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words, including the word given. For example:
There's a chance that Claire now doesn't want to apply for the job. CHANGE
Claire may ......................................... heart about applying for the job.
Answer: have had a change of
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1) My brother now earns far less than he did when he was younger. NEARLY My brother .................................. much now as he did when he was younger.
2) They are demolishing the old bus station and replacing it with a new one. PULLED The old bus station is .................................. with a new one.
3) The number of students now at university has reached an all-time high, apparently. THE The number of students now at university is ................... been, apparently.
4) I'm disappointed with the Fisher's new album when I compare it to their previous one. COMPARISON I think the Fisher's new album is .................... their previous one.
5) Anna got the job even though she didn't have much experience in public relations. SPITE Anna got the job ............................. of experience in public relations.
6) 'I must warn you how dangerous it is to cycle at night without any lights', said the police officer to Max. DANGERS Max received a ..................................... at night without any lights from the police officer.
(Source: CAE Handbook. Reproduced with permission from Cambridge English)
Tips for the CAE Key Word Transformation (Part 4)
Part 4, the Key Word Transformation, tests your ability to paraphrase through your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary. A wide range of language could be tested here, however some patterns appear quite often. Here are some tips to follow when attempting the Key Word Transformation task:
Look out for two necessary changes in each sentence. At CAE level you will often be required to make more than one change in the transformed sentence such as using a set expression as well as a change from active to passive. The good news is you can get 2 marks for each question!
Don't forget to include the key word and remember not to change the form of the word.
Use between 3 and 6 words - no more. Remember that contractions count as two words.
Certain language points tend to feature in this task such as active to passive, formal to informal, the use of phrasal verbs and other set expressions. Make a note of any new patterns you come across each time you try a Key Word Transformation task.
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