Exercises (Passive constructions)

Exercise 1. Complete the sentences, as in the example.

e.g. It is expected that he will win the race tomorrow. - He is expected to win the race tomorrow.

1. It is said that she speaks seven languages. She ________. 2. It is believed that the missing jewellery has been found. The missing jewellery _______. 3. It is thought that she is a talented pianist. She ________. 4. It is said that the athletes train for eight hours every day. The athletes ________. 5. It is expected that the American team will break the world record. The American team ________. 6. It is known that she is hiding somewhere in the city. She ________. 7. It is reported that the world leaders have reached an agreement. The world leaders ________. 8. It is reported that the thieves have escaped from prison. The thieves ________. 9. It is expected that they will give her the prize. She ________.

Exercise 2. Complete the following sentences.

e.g. It is said that this orchestra is the best in the world. This orchestra is said to be the best in the world.

1. It is believed that the thieves have left the country. The thieves ______. 2. The fire is reported to have started by accident. It ________. 3. He is known to be making a lot of money. It ________. 4. It is expected that they will arrive in time for dinner. They ________. 5. She is said to know a lot about gardening. It ________. 6. It is thought that he will be attending the meeting. He ________. 7. It is believed that we are able to win the competition. We _________. 8. The company is thought to be making a big profit. It _________. 8. It is reported that the government has reached a decision. The government ________. 9. It is said that they were responsible for the damage. They ________. 10. She is expected to break the world record. It _________. 11. He is known to have several foreign bank accounts. It ________. 12. They are reported to have financial problems. It ________.