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• Oxford English Grammar Course Advanced TEST 16 • noun clauses Name  ● Indirect speech: revise the basics. Correct the mistakes or write 'Correct'. 1 1 Anna told to me an interesting story about your brother. 2 These men are interested in your job – they want to know what do you do. 3 Excuse me, do you know whether the bus is running on time? 4 I called yesterday evening to say I will be home late because of the heavy traffic. 5 She asked why I hadn’t called, but I couldn’t tell her. 6 My aunt used to say her cat understands everything she says. 7 Today I say to the people of Britain - your jobs are safe. ● Indirect speech. Choose the best way(s) to complete each sentence A, B or both. 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Newton proved that gravity a key principle for understanding our universe. A is B was The banking group’s annual report claimed investor confidence continuing to grow. A is B was He told me that he sacked from his last job. A had been B was ‘Shall I open the door for you?’ – She wanted to know if she open the door. A should B would He proved that the moon the coastal tides. A causes B caused He said that if he a car he me a lift. A had / would give B had had / would have given The assistant manager she had received the invoice. A emailed B emailed that I suggest for tickets early, they’re bound to sell out. A applying B to apply The girls were talking about they should head into town tonight. A if B whether It was so frustrating, they wouldn’t tell me the parcel had arrived. A if B whether ● Verbs in that-clauses. Correct the mistakes or write ‘Correct’. 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 The government recommended that the ban on arms sales be lifted. Doctors were anxious that everyone receive information about flu vaccines promptly. I’d prefer it if the meeting were rescheduled until next month. If I would be you, I think I’d leave him. The lawyer advised that his client do not give his details to the police. She’s like a sister to me, as it was. It’s essential that a new employee see a representative from Human Resources on joining the company. It’s really important for somebody talk to the children about this. They insisted that the information should be made public. We want that you’ll be very happy here during your stay. This is a key meeting – it’s worth that you attend. That he was badly qualified affected his job opportunities. ● More about question-word clauses. Rewrite the sentences with question-word clauses or whoever, 4 whichever and whatever. ▲ ▲ I’m surprised at her typing speed. (how)   I’m surprised at how fast she can type. 1 Her knowledge of CAD isn’t important. (whether) 2 The people you speak to are your business. (who) 3 I’ll drive in any way I like! (how) 4 He’ll agree to anything that you suggest. (whatever) 5 Their reason for leaving is not clear. (why) ➔ Oxford English Grammar Course • Advanced   TEST 16 • noun clauses   © Michael Swan and Catherine Walter  PHOTOCOPIABLE ● Preparatory it. Correct the sentences or write ‘Correct’. 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 My sprained wrist made it a challenge to write. I couldn’t bear it to disappoint her. We owe to our children to protect the environment. It’s nice seeing you again. To carry your passport with you at all times is important. It’s unclear how the thieves managed to get in. Oxford English Grammar Course • Advanced   TEST 16 • noun clauses   © Michael Swan and Catherine Walter  PHOTOCOPIABLE