CAE - Use of english

Exercise 1 - Part 4

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.

Some of the gaps might have more than 1 answer, in that case, the system will detect it as incorrect, but will provide all the possible answers.

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 Fishers’ new album when I compare it to their previous one.
COMPARISON
I think the Fishers’ 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 cycling at night without any lights from the police officer.

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