Ejercicios: Clause patterns

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 + participio)

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. (imperativo + and)

5. Since he had not been informed about the changes, he made a mistake. (Not + -ing)

1. The manager offered me the promotion. (the manager)

2. I really need a long holiday. (a long holiday)

3. They got married in a small chapel. (in a small chapel)

4. Her dedication impressed everyone. (her dedication)

5. We first met at the university conference. (at the conference)

6. The way she handled the situation was brilliant. (what)

1. We had no sooner sat down than the phone rang.

2. I didn't realise the importance of the document until later. (Not until)

3. I would never ask you to do something dangerous.

4. I had hardly started my presentation when the fire alarm went off.

5. We can improve our service only by listening to customers.

6. The food was so good that we went back the next day.

7. If you should need any help, just call me.

8. If I had known about the traffic, I would have left earlier.

9. If I were in your position, I would accept the offer.

1. This solution is ___ more effective than the previous one. (mucho)

2. The situation is becoming ___ complex. (cada vez más)

3. This restaurant is ___ as expensive as people say. (ni de lejos)

4. The new version is ___ better. (un poco)

5. He's ___ the most qualified candidate. (sin duda)

6. This method is ___ as reliable as the traditional one. (igual de)

1. Not to be able to swim, he avoided deep water. · 2. It was the students who was responsible. · 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. Study hard and you will passing the exam. · 7. Were I you, I will accept the offer. · 8. This book is a bit more better than that one.

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

2. ___ did we realise we had left the documents behind. a) Only when b) Only then c) Not until

3. ___ familiar with the area, I used a GPS. 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 committee. a) It b) What c) There

6. ___ any problems arise, contact customer service. a) Should b) Would c) Could

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

8. The system, ___ properly, could transform the industry. a) if implementing b) if implemented c) if implement

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

2. You might need help. Don't hesitate to call me. (Should)

3. The concert was extremely loud. My ears were ringing for hours. (So)

4. You follow the instructions carefully. You won't have any problems. (imperativo + and)

5. I didn't expect much. The results amazed me. (Little)

1. Not having visited the country before, I did extensive research.

2. It was the technical team that solved the problem.

3. Should you require further information, please visit our website.

4. What concerns me most is the lack of communication.

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 el horario flexible.

5. Prueba nuestra app y verás lo fácil que es.