Grammar LV3 Quiz Day 2

Grammar LV3 — Quiz — Day 2: Cleft Sentences

1 Which is an it-cleft sentence?

It was Anna who solved the problem. Anna solved the problem. What Anna solved was the problem.

2 Rewrite as a wh-cleft: "I need more time." -> "___ I need is more time."

3 What is the main purpose of a cleft sentence?

To highlight one specific part of the idea To make the sentence shorter To avoid using verbs

4 Complete: What surprised me ___ his calm reaction.

5 Which sentence puts the most emphasis on "the wait" as the cause of annoyance?

It wasn't the price that bothered her — it was the wait. The wait bothered her. She was bothered.