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22 Nominalisation

Grammar exercises

En Rewrite the sentences to remove the agent. Use a nominalised form of the underlined verb and make
any other changes needed.

1 The government released the prisoners unexpectedly.
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They organised the conference very professionally.
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Spectators turned out in huge numbers for the match.
4 The army withdrew the troops immediately.
We need to shake uD top management for the company to be successful again.
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6 The banks increased interest rates for the third time in two months.
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They agreed on extra funding for the project.
8 They decided to postpone the race at the last moment.
1 The release of the; prisoners was unexpected. / There was an unexpertea release of prisoners.

ElE1 Rewrite each sentence using a nominalised form at the beginning. Leave out the agent.
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After scientists identified the HIV virus in the mid-1980s, there were enormous efforts to produce a vaccine.
The identirfication of the HIV virus in the mid-1980s Led, to / resultect in enormous efforts to
product ci vaccine.
2 Johan is obsessed with cars, and this started when he was quite young.

The government has expanded the nuclear power programme, but this has been criticised by opposition
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politicians.

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The petrol companies have reduced the price of petrol, which is good news for drivers.

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The council abolished parking charges in the city centre, and as a result shops have reported increased
business.

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Parent organisations are demanding healthier food in schools, and this results from growing concerns about
childhood obesity.

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The train will depart half an hour late because of engine problems.

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A new college principal has been appointed, and staff may leave as a consequence.

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