C2 Proficiency - Key Word Transformations Exercises

Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

The final part of the Reading and Use of English paper is Key Word Transformations. A sentence followed by a key word and a second sentence which has a gap in it. You have to use the key word to complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first sentence.

Example Question

3. He failed the exam as he didn't work as fast as the rest of the class.
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His failure was blamed on his inability _____________________ rest of the class.

Key Word Transformations Exercise 13
Exercise Number: CPE058

Key Word Transformations Exercise 14
Exercise Number: CPE059

Key Word Transformations Exercise 15
Exercise Number: CPE248

Exam Tip!

Practise rephrasing sentences using synonyms and different grammatical structures while maintaining the same meaning. This helps develop flexibility in language use, which is crucial for this part of the exam.

Key Word Transformations Exercise 16
Exercise Number: CPE249

Key Word Transformations Exercise 17
Exercise Number: CPE250

Key Word Transformations Exercise 18
Exercise Number: CPE251

Key Word Transformations Exercise 19
Exercise Number: CPE252

Exam Tip!

Key Word Transformations can be time-consuming. Keep an eye on the clock and don't spend too long on any single item. If you're stuck, you should move on and return later if time allows.

Key Word Transformations Exercise 20
Exercise Number: CPE253

Key Word Transformations Exercise 21
Exercise Number: CPE254

Key Word Transformations Exercise 22
Exercise Number: CPE255

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