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Exercises - Noun Clauses

H) Fill in the blanks with appropriate words given in the box. Two are extra.

believe(s), do, appear(s), doesn’t, afraid, not, so, don’t, hope, fear(s)
1. William: I heard that some companies are considering cutting employee benefits to save costs.

Nehir: I hope _____. Employees deserve fair compensation and benefits for their hard work and dedication.
2. Grace: Most of my friends love trying out new and exotic cuisines, especially when it comes to spicy food, but I _____.

3. Oliver: Do you think the weather will clear up for our outdoor picnic tomorrow?
Sophie: The forecast looks a bit uncertain, but I _____ so. I’m really looking forward to the picnic.
4. Mert: I’ve been told that excessive coffee consumption can have adverse effects on health.

Robert: Yes, I’m afraid _____. Consuming too much coffee can lead to potential health issues, such as sleep disruptions and
other negative impacts.

5. Literature teacher: It’s about time we address some of the longstanding issues and implement positive changes in our school.
Math teacher: I _____ so too. These changes could greatly benefit our students and enhance the overall learning environment.
6. Lily: Do you think the new tax reforms will be favourable for small businesses?

Jack: I’m _____ not. Based on the information available, it doesn’t seem likely that the new tax reforms will specifically benefit
small businesses.
7. George: I think Emily should confront her fears and face the challenges head-on.

Mia: I hope she will _____ so. Despite her fears, Emily has always been determined and resilient in the face of adversity.
8. Alice: Skipping breakfast can have negative effects on your health. It’s important to fuel your body with nutrients in the morning.

Henry: It _____ so. I’ve noticed that on days when I skip breakfast, I feel more tired and less focused throughout the day.

I) Match the sentence halves.
1. The primary subject matter of the meeting is focused on digital security; ____

2. Eating a diet rich in vegetables provides essential nutrients for overall health, ____
3. Michelangelo demonstrated his artistic ingenuity by employing a diverse range of techniques in sculpture, ____

4. Directors employ special effects and intense sound design to generate a sense of terror and unease in horror films; ____
5. Your friends are not allowed to use offensive language, ____

6. Due to our hectic schedules, I couldn’t find the opportunity to eat this morning, ____
7. Joe and Ethan do not typically enjoy spending time watching sports; ____

8. Caffeine is responsible for tea’s stimulating effect, as it is one of the critical ingredients in tea; ____

a. and it can contribute to weight management and disease prevention, too.
b. these techniques are used in a variety of other film genres, as well
c. besides, they don’t find debates on sports channels interesting, either.

d. similarly, coffee contains it as one of its main ingredients, contributing to its stimulating properties, as well.
e. and you are not, either.

f. however, it should be noted that other topics may be open for discussion, too.
g. as he did in painting, as well.

h. and John couldn’t either, as he was too busy with work.

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