Change the following sentences using the Complex Subject

1. It is known that he is a good worker.

2. It was expected that the members of the committee would come to an agreement.

3. It was reported that our delegation has left London.

4. It seems that he knows French perfectly well.

5. It was expected that the delegates would not participate in today’s talks.

6. It is very likely that the prices for these goods will go up again in England.

7. It is unlikely that the meeting will be postponed.

7.Fill in mustn’t or needn’t

Tom,

Thanks for offering to chair tomorrow’s meeting for me. Apart from Sally and Dave, the sales staff _____ needn’t … attend, but the Personnel people _____ miss it, as several matters concern them. You _____ mention the new officer – we can deal with that later and you _____ discuss the changes in the computer course timetables since they’re not urgent. Don’t forget that you _____ mention the visit by the inspectors – we don’t want people panicking. You _____ forget to bring up the matter of the Smithson contract, and you also _____ leave out the new manager’s appointment. You _____ go into details unless people have questions. But remember you _____ give anyone the idea that their job is at risk because of this. Make it clear that employees _____ speak unless they want to. Last but not least, you _____ mention the staff party – Mr. Jones wants to announce that himself. By the way, you _____ take notes, as my secretary will be there to do that.

Thanks, Laura

Write the sentences in the direct speech

1. Anna said that she had already finished.

2. She said she would be back after lunch.

3. She said she was going to contact the printers.

4. Paul said that he wanted to make a phone call.

5. She said she was meeting the bank manager at eleven

6. Pierre said he had found out about the problem a long time ago.

7. David said he had to be back in the office by three thirty.

8. Jan said she would let me know.

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