CAE - Use of english

Exercise 5 - 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. I'm sure it wasn't easy for her to accept the bad news.
CAME
Accepting the bad news bitter disappointment to her.
2. The collision occurred because the road was extremely icy.
CAUSED
Extreme ice on the road the collision.
3. He became famous only after publishing his second novel.
DID
Only after publishing his second novel famous.
4. 'You should think about the risks before you make a decision,' told Sarah to Peter.
CONSIDERATION
Sarah advised Peter before making a decision.
5. It was such a beautiful day that we decided to go for a walk.
SO
The weather decided to go for a walk.
6. I haven't heard from my sister for over three months.
TOUCH
My sister and I have over three months.

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