328 Bài tập chuyển đổi câu trong Tiếng Anh

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1. * Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly It’s the same as the sentences printed before it. 17. Maria says she’ll like to have been put in a high class. Example: I haven’t enjoyed myself so much for years. Maria wishes Answer: It’s years since I enjoyed myself so much. 18. Would you like me to finish the work tonight? 1. The trains couldn’t run because of the snow. I’ll The snow 19. You may get hungry on the train, so take some sandwiches. 2. I didn’t arrive in time to see her. In I wasn’t early 20. My husband didn’t leave the car keys, so I couldn’t pick him up at the station. 3. I’m sorry I was rude to you yesterday. If my husband I apologize 21. “I don’t think John will come,” said Bill. 4. He didn’t hurry, so he missed the train. Bill doubted If 22. The postman was bitten by our dog. 5. Janet is the best tennis- player in the club. Our dog No one 23. We couldn’t drive because of the fog. 6. I haven’t seen that man here before. The fog prevented It’s 24. Although his leg was broken he managed to get out of the car. 7. The furniture was so expensive that I didn’t buy it. In spite The furniture was too 25. The cake was so hard that I could not eat it. 8. The robbers made the bank manager hand over the money. It was The bank manger 26. We didn’t go because it rained. 9. He learned to drive when he was 18. If it hadn’t He has 27. I can’t cook as well as my mother does. 10. She had never been unhappy before. My mother She was unhappier 28. I don’t suppose you have change for a pound, do you? 11. It was so late that nothing could be done. Do you happen It was too 29. He failed to win the race. 12. I asked the hotel porter to wake me at 8 o’clock the following morning. He didn’t “ Please 30. Mary rang hours and hours ago. 13. They’ll have to change the date of the meeting again. It’s hours The date 31. I’m sorry that I didn’t finish my homework last night. 14. The garage is going to repair the car for us next week. I wish We are going 32. She asked John how he liked her new dress. 15. The bus takes longer than the train. “How The train 33. A train leaves at eight o’clock every morning. 16. John has not had his hair cut for over six months. There is 1
2. 34. Nobody can deny that she has a beautiful voice. John suggested It 52. Although both his legs were broken in the crash, he managed to get out of the 35. I would like you to help me to put the chairs away. car before it exploded. Do you mind Despite his 36. The child will die if nobody sends for a doctor. 53. I haven’t eaten this kind of food before. Unless This is the 1st time 37. He would prefer you to pay him immediately. 54. After fighting the fire for twelve hours the firemen succeeded in putting it out. He’d rather The firemen managed 38. The water was so cold that the children could not swim in it. 55. The architect has drawn plans for an extension to the house. The water was not Plans 39. Somebody repaired her car yesterday. 56. In Stratford-on-Avon we saw Shakespeare’s birth place. She We saw the house 40. You must see the manger tomorrow morning. 57. It is not necessary for you to finish by Saturday. You’ve You 41. There was never any answer when we rang. 58. “How many survivors are there? Asked the journalist. Every The journalist wanted to know 42. That’s an insulting name to use for him. 59. It was such rotten meat that it had to be thrown away. Don’t call The meat was 43. John asked if it was the blue one or the green she wanted. 60. It is essential that Professor Van Heeling be met at the airport. “Which Professor Van Heeling 44. She liked Paris very little, and Rome less. 61. You can’t visit the United States unless you get visa. She thought Rome If you 45. I can meet you if you arrive before eleven. 62. “Can I borrow your typewriter, Janet?” asked Peter. So Peter asked if 46. They will catch all the prisoners again by tonight. 63. She started working as a secretary five years ago. All the prisoners She has 47. I’ve warned you not to go near that dog. 64. She knows a lot more about it than I do. I’ve warned you about I don’t know 48. No, please don’t tell him. 65. My French friend finds driving on the left difficult. I’d rather My French friend 49. Why don’t you ask her yourself? 66. They think the owner of the house is abroad. I suggest The owner 50. An up- to- dated visa is necessary for Andorra. 67. We didn’t go on holiday because we didn’t have enough money. You’ll If we 51. “Why don’t you put a better lock on the door, Barry?” said John 68. The children couldn’t go swimming because the sea was very rough. 2
3. The sea was too 86. “Bring your swimming things incase it’s sunny”. 69. What a pity you failed your driving test. He told I wish 87. There’s no need for you to talk so loudly. 70. The mechanic served my car last week. You don’t I 88. I haven’t been to Bristol for three years. 71. I’m always nervous when I travel by air. The last time Traveling 89. No one has signed this cheque. 72. He could not afford to buy the car. This cheque The car 90. Time will be 18 next week. 73. “Why don’t you put your luggage under the seat?” he asked. It’s Tim’s He suggested 91. Unless he phones immediately he won’t get any information. 74. Although he had a good salary, he was unhappy in his job. If In spite 92. How long is this since they bought the house? 75. He was annoyed because his secretary came late to work. When He objected 93. He couldn’t repair the broken vase. 76. I’m sorry I missed your birthday party. The I wish 94. The garden still needs digging. 77. They haven’t cleaned the streets this week. The garden hasn’t The streets 95. Have you got a cheaper carpet than this? 78. Apples are usually cheaper than oranges. Is this Apples are not 96. I can’t get my feet into these shoes. 79. I advise you to put your money in the bank. These shoes You’d 97. I am very pleased that we shall meet again soon. 80. That restaurant is so dirty that no one wants to eat there. I’m looking It is such 98. “Keep away from this area,” said the security guard, when we approached the 81. John only understood very little of what the teacher said. fence. John could hardly The security guard told 82. Unless someone has a key, we can’t get into the house. 99. I’ve never met such a famous person before. We can only get It’s 83. I’m sure you didn’t lock the front door. Here is the key. 101. “Why didn’t I get a computer before?” thought the office manager. You can’t The office manager wondered 84. He prefers golf to tennis. 102. “You’d better not lend him any more money, Elizabeth” said John. He’d rather John advised Elizabeth 85. He is sorry now that he didn’t invite Molly to his party. 103. I started work for the company a year ago. He wishes I’ve been 3
4. 104. Susan felt sick, because she ate four cream cakes. In spite If Susan 121. He is said to have been in the French Foreign Legion. 105. My suit needs to be cleaned before the interview. People I must 122. “How old is your little boy?” said the nurse to Mrs. Bindley. 106. “You stole my best cassette, Amanda!” said William. The nurse asked Mrs. Bindley William accused 123. I’m sure it wasn’t Mrs. Elton you saw because she is in Bristol. 107. Because of the rough sea, the ferry could sail. It can’t The rough sea 124. How long have Catherine and Harry been engaged? 108. Please check for damage before signing the delivery note. When Don’t 125. In spite of his age, Mr. Benson runs seven miles before breakfast. 109. Roses can’t possible grow in such poor ground. Although It is impossible 126. It’s a pity I didn’t take my doctor’s advice. 110. Your car might break down on the rough mountain road, so take plenty of I wish spare parts. 127. The bread is so stale we can’t eat it. In case The bread isn’t 111. “You damaged my bicycle, John!” said Margaret. 128. Who does this bag belong to? Margaret accused Whose 112. It is one hundred years since the birth of D.H. Lawrence, the famous 129. “Never borrow money from friends,” my father said. novelist. My father told me D.H. Lawrence 130. The accident happened because the train driver ignored a warning light. 113. John Speck failed to find the source of the Nile River. If the train driver John Speck didn’t succeed 131. The keepers feed the lions at 3.00 p.m everyday. 114. Maria didn’t apply for a job in the library and regrets it now. The lions Maria wishes 132. We got lost because we didn’t have a map. 115. Helen wanted to know the name of Shirley’s hairdresser’s. If we Helen said, “Shirley, where 133. “Where is the station car- park?” Mrs. Smith asked. 116. This furniture is so old that it’s not worth keeping. Mrs. Smith asked This is 134. I would prefer you to deliver the sofa on Friday. 117. Handicapped people find shopping in supermarkets difficult. I would rather It’s 135. He was sorry he hadn’t said goodbye to her at the airport. 118. Why don’t you meet to discuss the pay offer? He regretted I suggest 136. It is pointless to have that old typewriter repaired. 119. Without this treatment, the patient would have died. That old typewriter is not If he 137. The bridge was so low the bus couldn’t go under it. 120. Although he didn’t speak Dutch, Bob decided to settle in Amsterdam It was 4
5. 138. I last saw him when I was a student. 155. I often get up early. I haven’t I am used 139. That was a silly thing to say. 156. I am sorry I interrupted your dinner. What I apologize 140. We’ve run out of tea. 157. Getting a good job doesn’t interest him. There He 141. Philippa asked Oliver if she could remember where she had put the camera. 158. When did you start working here? Philippa said, “Oliver, How long 142. It is a six- hour drive from London to Edinburgh. 159. The children should be in bed by now. It takes It’s time 143. Turn off all switches before leaving the workshop. 160. How old do you think this house? All the switches When do you think 144. It is ages since Alan visited his parents. 161. “You stole the jewels” the inspector said to him. Alan The inspector accused 145. Mrs. Taylor doesn’t like living in such a small house. 162. If it doesn’t rain soon, millions of pound’s worth of crops will be lost. Mrs. Taylor wishes Unless 146. Mr. Mills lost his job because he was late everyday. 163. “Don’t move or I’ll shoot” the bank robber said to the clerk. If Mr. Mills The bank robber threatened 147. James spoke to his lawyer before signing the contract. 164. The drama critic of the “Daily News” regards the new plays as a major James didn’t breakthrough. 148. They traveled across India, and then flew on to Japan. According to After 165. Although the team played well, they lost. 149. “You’d better go to the doctor if you’ve got a pain in your back, Anna.” Despite Henry said. 166. Galileo is considered to be the father of modern astronomy. Henry suggested Galileo is regarded 150. The heat was such that I nearly fainted. 167. The only way you can become a good athlete is by training hard everyday. It was Only by 151. I’m going to the theatre tomorrow, and I’m really looking forward to it. 168. He speaks more persuasively than his brother. I’m really looking He is a 152. I thought it would be better than that. 169. If you want my advice, I would forget about buying a new house. It’s not If I 153. My brother and I both went to that school. 170. “I don’t love you any more” said Eric to his girlfriend. I went to that school and so Eric told his girlfriend that 154. No one has ever discussed that question. 171. “I must see the manager” he cried. That question He insisted 5
6. 172. Arthur said he was sorry he had hurt her feelings. 189. Their dog was so fierce that no body would visit them. Arthur apologized They had 173. I had better get back to work. 190. That dress has only the slightest mark on it. It’s I can barely 174. The last time it rained was a fortnight ago. 191. He insisted on a full apologize. It Nothing but 175. The noise next door didn’t stop until after midnight. 192. My decision to get up and dance coincided with the band’s decision to stop It was not playing. 176. The car was so rusty that it couldn’t be repaired. The moment The car was too 193. The doctor advised me to rest. 177. He never has enough money. The doctor suggested He’s always 194. They had to wait for twelve hours before their flight left. 178. Yogurt is supposed to be good for you. Only after a Yogurt is supposed to do 195. Their teacher is making them study hard. 179. Although the play received good notices, not many people went to see it. They are Despite 196. They were just as good as we had expected. 180. My father speaks very little English. They certainly lived My father speaks hardly 197. Even though I admire his courage, I think he is foolish. 181. He said he was not guilty of stealing the car. Much He denied 198. Would you mind not smoking in here? 182. I’m sorry now that I didn’t ask her to stay. I’d rather Now I wish 199. No matter how hard I tried I couldn’t open the door. 183. They couldn’t trace who had supplied the information in the first place. Try The source 200. The critics were very impressed by her performance. 184. There is always trouble when he comes to visit us. Her performance made Whenever 201. When are the council going to do something about the city’s traffic 185. Is this the only way to reach the city center? problems? Isn’t there It’s high time something 186. He never suspected that the money had been stolen. 202. I didn’t realize who he was until later. At no time Only later 187. I have never seen such a mess in my life. 203. The value of sterling has fallen considerably in the past week. Never in There has 188. Is it essential to meet your aunt at the station? 204. It won’t make any difference if it rains because we’ll still go. Does your aunt We’ll still go 205. We left quietly, sot that we wouldn’t disturb the children. 6
7. So as 223. There are more people out of work in this country than ever before. 206. I would do anything for you. Never There is 224. The chances are that the whole thing will have been forgot by next term. 207. Given fair warning, I could have avoided that date. In all If you had told me 225. “Please don’t drive so fast!” Ann begged her boyfriend. 208. He remembered, and so did she. Ann pleaded He didn’t 226. Despite his ungainly air he is remarkably agile. 209. “Let’s go for a walk in the park,” said Andrew. Although Andrew suggested that 227. She is proud of being such a good cook. 210. His second attempt on the world record was successful. She prides He broke 228. My protests were ignored. 211. Helen can play the piano better than Elizabeth. Nobody Elizabeth 229. I’m sure he took your briefcase by mistake. 212. I’m sure he didn’t know that his brother was seriously ill. I’m sure he didn’t He couldn’t possibly 230. We only dispatch goods after receiving the money. 213. What particularly impressed me was her excellent command of English. Only after the money I 231. You pay $20 a month for a period of one year. 214. She didn’t say a word as she left the room. You pay in twelve successive She left the room 232. We’ll settle down. Then his performance will improve. 215. The result of the match was never in doubt. Once At no time 233. It is said that he escaped to a neutral country. 216. This will be the orchestra’s first performance outside London. He This will be the first time 234. The truth only came out on the publication of the general personal diaries. 217. I apply for the job but was turned down. Only when My 235. Oil was slowly coating the edge of the shore. 218. The Prime Minister was determined to remain in office. The edge of the shore The Prime Minister had no 236. In spite of the forecast it stayed fine. 219. He said, “I wish I knew the answer”. Although He said that 237. We’d prefer you not to smoke. 220. The refugees continued to feel unsafe until they had crossed the border. We’d rather Not until 238. You really should be able to dress yourself by now. 221. I don’t know the 1st thing about aeronautics. It’s high time I’m 239. Provided your handwriting is legible the examiner will accept your answer. 222. The student’s riotous behavior should have been severely punished. So long as the examiner The student deserved 240. Without his help we would all have died. 7
8. If it 257. For a teacher of her experience and ability, discipline was not a problem. 241. He forgot about the gun until he got home. For such Not until 258. There was no precedent for the King’s resignation. 242. May I borrow your pen? Never Would you mind 259. The police were informed of the identity of the murdered man. 243. “I’d take a taxi if I were you,” said Peter. The identity Peter suggested 260. The fate of the two climbers is unknown. 244. My boyfriend is very short-tempered. It is a mystery My boyfriend 261. He was suspended for two matches for swearing at the referee. 245. You can use it as long as you like, and it won’t wear out. Swearing at the referee earned No matter 262. Although he was not guilty, they executed him. 246. If the work is finished by lunchtime you can go home. In spite of Get 263. People who haven’t been abroad shouldn’t criticize foreign customs. 247. Although Judy was severely disabled she participated in many sports. No body who Despite 264. The only way to eliminate world terrorism is by united opposition. 248. It’s such a pity your sister can’t come as well. Only by If only 265. If he hadn’t insisted on kissing everyone goodbye she would have caught the 249. The house seemed to have been unoccupied for several months. train. It looked If it hadn’t 250. These machines have put an end to queuing. 266. The fisherman’s life was one of great poverty. Before these Throughout 251. He was so tired that he fell asleep before the end of the film. 267. Someone has suggested abolishing income tax. He was too It 252. Though my house was cheaper than Norman’s, it is bigger and more 268. I do not enjoy cooking for five hungry children. attractive. Cooking Norman’s house may 269. My parents find fault with everything I do. 253. Everyone heard about the accident before I did. No matter I was the 270. I certainly don’t intend to reply to that rude letter from Edward. 254. “If you must go out tonight, at least finish your homework first!” said I have Sarah’s father. 271. Simon had not expected that he would feel so weak after the operation. Sarah’s father The operation left 255. The instructions say you just add boiling water to the soup powder. 272. Thanks to his aunt’s legacy of $ 10,000he was able to buy the house he The soup powder wanted. 256. Many people were severely critical of the proposals for the new motorway. Had his There was 273. They were unable to finish their game of tennis because of a heavy shower. 8
9. A heavy shower 290. The president visit attracted such an enormous crowd that all traffic came to 274. I didn’t realize he was your brother until I saw the photograph. a standstill. It was only So many 275. I haven’t been to see them for over a year. 291. A fire destroyed most of the old city of London in the 1660s. It The destruction 276. The president is the statesman I admire most of all. 292. He hasn’t been back to his hometown over 20 years now. There is It is 277. Don’t you wish you could get out more in the evenings? 293. Traveling by plane is much more expensive than traveling by train. Don’t you get fed Traveling by train 278. It certainly wasn’t me who took your car! Said bob. 294. I would love to be rich and famous. Bob denied If only 279. It’s nobody’s fault that the meeting was cancelled. 295. It took a long time for them to decide to get married. Nobody They 280. The students regretted that they had missed the lecture. 296. “Is it, or it is not true that you have been misappropriating company funds?” The students regretted not the managing director asked the accountant. 281. If you miss the program you can’t really judge. The managing director wanted Unless 297. There is a large restaurant in the art- gallery. 282. John and Mary moved to Edinburgh twenty years ago. The art- gallery It is 298. Getting to the art- gallery is easy. 283. She never seems to succeed, even though she works hard. However It is 284. It was more of an argument than a discussion. 299. Tickets can be booked over the phone. It was not so You 285. I write to him almost every day. 300. We couldn’t drive because of the fog. Hardly If 286. Mary told the police about the burglary. 301. Our team has scored more than ten goals in this season. Mary reported More than ten goals 287. I never intended to go to the meeting. 302. My friend and I are the same height. I never had 288. He just had time to put up her umbrella before the rain came down in I am torrents. 303. They are building a new stadium here. No sooner A new stadium 289. “Why didn’t you report the incident to the police last week?” the officer 304. I’m sorry I can’t swim. asked the frightened witness. I wish The officer wanted to know 9
10. 305. I’m really sorry I didn’t invite her to the party. The car I really wish 322. I advise you to put your money in the bank. 306. The town was nearer than we thought. You’d 323. “ Keep away from this area!” The town wasn’t as The man told 307. They won’t be able to come on Sunday. 324. “ Do you know where my tennis racket is, Mum?” It will be She asked 308. We spent five hours getting to London. 325. You must not smoke in here. It Smoking 309. John outran the other in the race. 326. It’s a good idea to take the train. John was You’d 310. Our house is going to be painted by a firm. 327. It took us three hours to open the door. We We spent 311. She can’t have any more children because of her age. 328. I didn’t know the answer because I hadn’t read the book. She is If I 312. It’s not necessary to shout. You 313. The patient recovered faster than expected. The patient made 314. It was such a dull play that he fell asleep. The play 315. “ Where is the nearest tube?” she asked. She enquired 316. Their chances of success are small. It is 317. “ Whatever you see in the cupboard, don’t touch it” they said. They warned me 318. Though he may drive carefully, there is still a danger of accident in a fog so dense. However 319. The lights failed the moment they began work. Hardly 320. He was unable to make both ends meet though he worked very hard. Hard working 321. He couldn’t afford to buy the car. 10
11. 30. They (come) here a month ago. Give the correct forms of the verbs. 31. She (go) to school everyday. 1. (Enter) the room, he (greet) everybody most kindly. 32. It (not rain) here since March. 2. I love him but I (be) afraid I never (marry) him. 33. It would have been better if you (wait) for him. 3. I already (buy) some bricks and I (build) a garage. 34. When we (take) our exam, we’ll have a holiday. 4. Unless it (rain), crops (be) destroyed. 35. They had their exercises (correct) last week. 5. I (give) you a cigarette if I (have) one, but I'm afraid I haven't. 36. If the story hadn’t been true, the newspaper (not print) it. 6. Look! It (rain). 37. He acts as if he (know) English perfectly. 7. He (stop) smoking two months ago. 38. If you (wait) much longer before you (make up) your mind, it (be) too late. 8. What you (like) doing when you are free? 39. When he first (arrive), he (can not) speak a word of English. He never (study) 9. A lot of new houses (build) in Hanoi suburbs at present. it before. 10. Last week a new table (make) for me by my father. 40. He (believe) whatever you tell him. 11. Three letters (write) to his friends abroad tomorrow. 41. She just (finish) the best performance. 12. Ten lessons (learn) so far by us. 42. A new hotel (build) near Thu Le zoo at the moment. 13. He (thank) me for what I had done for him. 43. I used to go (ski) when I (be) at University. 14. Every one of the men (be) looking for a job. 44. I’m tired of you’re your childish behavior. When you (grow) up? 15. Since Robert was living in Rome, I (not have) a word from him. 45. I (wait) for you at the hotel at midday tomorrow. 16. We (sit) in the car outside the house when the inspector called. 46. Eastfield (not win) unless they begin playing better. 17. When he came home, he (tell) his mother what he (see) at school. 47. It (be) good for your health to do morning exercises. 18. I don’t allow (smoke) in my drawing room. 48. Many of rare animals would be extinct if we (continue) to kill them. 19. He didn’t dare (leave) the house because he was afraid of (meet) someone 49. When the teacher came in, they (hang) two pictures on the wall. who might (recognize) him. 50. “ Why is the ground so wet?” – “ It (rain) last night.” 20. I (teach) hundreds of students but I never (meet) such a hopeless class as this. 51. If you kicked the policeman, you (arrest). 21. That film (come) to the local cinema next week. You (want) to see it? 52. We (walk) for about twenty minutes when a car (stop) and the driver (offer) us 22. It is he or I who (be) to go. a lift. 23. After he (do) his homework, he went to the cinema. 53. I’ll let you know when he (arrive). 24. I am prepared to support anything he (say) tomorrow. 54. I suddenly felt an insect (crawl) up my leg. 25. Sometimes I getup before the sun (rise). 55. I (finish) it by tomorrow. 26. Since he (buy) a new car, he (drive) to work every day. 56. If Lam passes his exam, he (go) to University. 27. If we (know) who he was, we (invite) him. 57. When I first met him, he (study) painting. 28.The gray and blue blanket (wash) yesterday. 58. The film on TV last night was very sad. It made my mother (cry). 29. It’s the British English that (be) spoken all over the world. 59. Children always (do) things noisily. 11
12. 60. As a child, he (think) that diamonds were pieces of glass. 61. I want my children (go) to the dentist every six months. 62. I remember (pay) him. I gave him $ 5. 63. I don’t mind (wait). It is better (be) too early than too late. 64. Your hair needs (cut). You’d better (have) it done tomorrow. 65. They (build) that bridge when I (be) there last year, they haven’t finished it yet. 66. You (be) out in the rain, you (have) better take off your shoes. 67. The only thing I haven’t got is a garden. If I (have) one, I (grow) a lot of flowers. 68. Do you feel like (dine) out or would you rather (have) dinner at home? 69. When I first (come) to this village, it was a quiet place. But since then a lot of houses (build). 70. There are some people who can’t help (laugh) when they see someone (slip) on a banana skin. 71. After the explosion, only two people were left (live). 72. He has a good (know) of science. 73. His long and boring (speak) made us bored. 74. You are very (differ) from your brother. 75. My mother never showed it if she was (disappoint) with me. 76. The rice couldn’t have grown if it (not rain). 77.Grapes won’t grow well unless the climate (be) mild. 78. Cakes of soap, animal skins and iron bars (be used) as money for a long time. 79. I didn’t hear your (come) in. You must (be) very quiet. The end 12