Clause patterns & subordinate clauses (Patrones de oraciones - oraciones subordinales)

Ejercicio 1: Transformación a Cláusulas No Finitas

Reescribe las siguientes oraciones usando las estructuras indicadas.

1. Because I wasn't familiar with the software, I asked for help. (Not + -ing)
2. If it is implemented correctly, the new system will save us time. (if + past participle)
3. When it is compared to other models, this car is very efficient. (-ed clause)
4. If you study consistently, you will pass the exam. (Imperative + and)
5. Since he had not been informed about the changes, he made a mistake. (Not + -ing)

Ejercicio 2: Oraciones Escindidas (Cleft Sentences)

Reescribe las siguientes oraciones usando 'it-cleft' o 'wh-cleft' para enfatizar la parte subrayada.

1. The manager offered me the promotion.
2. I really need a long vacation.
3. They got married in a small chapel in the countryside.
4. Her dedication to the project impressed everyone.
5. We first met at the university conference.
6. I want to travel to Japan more than anything else.
7. The blue car caused the accident.
8. My brother broke the antique vase.
9. They announced the results on Friday.
10. The way she handled the situation was brilliant.

Ejercicio 3: Inversión con Elementos Negativos

Reescribe las siguientes oraciones usando inversión.

1. We had no sooner sat down than the phone rang.
2. I didn't realize the importance of the document until later.
3. I would never ask you to do something dangerous.
4. I had hardly started my presentation when the fire alarm went off.
5. They didn't know about the problem until it was too late.
6. We can improve our service only by listening to customer feedback.
7. The food was so good that we went back the next day.
8. If you should need any help, just call me.
9. If I had known about the traffic, I would have left earlier.
10. If I were in your position, I would accept the offer.

Ejercicio 4: Completar con Comparaciones Modificadas

Completa las oraciones con los modificadores de comparación adecuados.

[considerably, a great deal, slightly, a bit, nowhere near, just, easily, no, more and more]

1. This solution is _______________ more effective than the previous one.
2. The situation is becoming _______________ complex.
3. The new version is _______________ better than the old one.
4. This restaurant is _______________ as expensive as people say.
5. The test was _______________ as difficult as I expected.
6. Her second novel is _______________ worse than her first.
7. The project is _______________ more challenging than we anticipated.
8. He's _______________ the most qualified candidate we've interviewed.
9. The results were _______________ better than we had hoped.
10. This method is _______________ as reliable as the traditional one.

Ejercicio 5: Corrección de Errores

Identifica y corrige los errores en las siguientes oraciones.

1. Not to be able to swim, he avoided deep water.
2. It was the students who was responsible for the project.
3. No sooner I had arrived than the meeting started.
4. Hardly had he finished speaking when the applause begun.
5. What I need is a new computer.
6. If implemented the new policy, it would save money.
7. Study hard and you will passing the exam.
8. So expensive was the hotel that we couldn't afford it.
9. Were I you, I will accept the job offer.
10. This book is a bit more better than that one.

Ejercicio 6: Múltiple Opción

Elige la opción correcta para completar cada oración.

1. ________ in your position, I would reconsider my options.
   a) I were
   b) Were I
   c) If I

2. ________ did we realize that we had left the documents behind.
   a) Only when
   b) Only then
   c) Not until

3. ________ familiar with the area, I used a GPS to navigate.
   a) Not being
   b) Being not
   c) Not to be

4. ________ our new product and you'll see the difference.
   a) Trying
   b) Try
   c) To try

5. ________ was her determination that impressed the selection committee.
   a) It
   b) What
   c) There

6. ________ had I closed my eyes when the alarm went off.
   a) Hardly
   b) No sooner
   c) Only when

7. The new model is ________ more efficient than the previous one.
   a) a great deal
   b) a bit
   c) slightly

8. ________ any problems arise, contact customer service immediately.
   a) Should
   b) Would
   c) Would

9. ________ I find most surprising is his lack of experience.
   a) It
   b) What
   c) That

10. The system, ________ properly, could revolutionize the industry.
    a) if implementing
    b) if implemented
    c) if implement

Ejercicio 7: Transformación Combinada

Reescribe cada par de oraciones como una sola, usando las estructuras avanzadas de esta unidad.

1. He didn't study for the exam. He failed it.
   (Not + -ing) _______________

2. You might need assistance. Don't hesitate to call me.
   (Inversion with should) _______________

3. The team worked overtime. They completed the project on time.
   (It-cleft) _______________

4. The concert was extremely loud. My ears were ringing for hours.
   (Inversion with so) _______________

5. I want to understand the theory behind this phenomenon.
   (Wh-cleft) _______________

6. You follow the instructions carefully. You won't have any problems.
   (Imperative + and) _______________

7. The software is properly configured. It will prevent security breaches.
   (if + past participle) _______________

8. I had little expectation. The results amazed me.
   (Inversion with little) _______________

Ejercicio 8: Traducción (Inglés > Español)

Traduce las siguientes oraciones al español.

1. Not having visited the country before, I did extensive research.
2. It was the technical team that solved the complex problem.
3. No sooner had we launched the product than orders started pouring in.
4. Should you require any further information, please visit our website.
5. What concerns me most is the lack of communication between departments.

Ejercicio 9: Traducción (Español > Inglés)

Traduce las siguientes oraciones al inglés usando las estructuras de esta unidad.

1. De no ser por tu ayuda, nunca habría terminado a tiempo.
2. Fue en la reunión de ayer cuando se tomó la decisión final.
3. Apenas había salido del edificio cuando empezó a llover.
4. Lo que más me gusta de este trabajo es la flexibilidad horaria.
5. Prueba nuestra aplicación y verás lo fácil que es de usar.