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Answer for exercise 1

The solution for exercise 1 in chapter 7.4 - Phrases with if of Focus 5 (2nd edition) - Student's Book by Sue Kay, Vaughan Jones, Monica Berlis, Heather Jones and Daniel Brawshaw

Question

Rewrite the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first. Use the words in capitals.

Answer

  1. He acts as if he was / were a famous playwright.
  2. Even if we got tickets for Adele’s concert, we wouldn’t be able to go.
  3. If in doubt, ask somebody who has already seen the play if it’s worth seeing.
  4. Do you consider him a talented singer? And if not, why do you want to see him live in concert?
  5. I didn’t find the plot of his new film very convincing. If anything, it made me appreciate his previous works more.
  6. We’ll rehearse the songs from morning till night if necessary.
  7. You look as though you have had a shock.
  8. Do you think that he is a good music journalist? And if so, can you explain why?
  9. British audiences rarely, if ever, give shows a standing ovation.
  10. There is little if any possibility that the series will run for a few more seasons.