Use the words in bold to complete the sentences so they have a similar meaning to
the first sentence. Use two to five words.
1 It's a pity I didn't start training earlier. (have)
earlier.
2 He was lucky the car didn't hit him. (have)
The car , but he was lucky.
3 It's possible that he has broken his leg. (may)
He his leg.
4 I don't think that Bob has gone on holiday.
I saw him this morning. (have)
Bob on holiday. I saw him this morning
5 I'm sure Ann has passed her exams. (have)
Ann exams.
6 I'm convinced he didn't lie to you. (lied)
He to you.
2. When Tom started neglecting the customers, he was told to __work to rule ___.
3. Dad says he's going __to hang up his boots__ at the end of the year.
4. He's a tough negotiator; he knows all the __tricks of the trade__.
5. In protest against the new measures, the employees decided to ___ shape up or ship out__.
6. She's a __number cruncher__ who perfectly understands the organization’s financial situation.
7. Jenny has a very interesting job, but she's _ paid peanuts __.
8. Charlie is out there __ pounding the pavement __ since he lost his job.
9. __back-room boys__ don't always receive the credit they deserve for their work.
10. After causing a diplomatic incident, Carter got his walking papers.