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Since you are unwilling to help me, I shall have to do it myself . (unwillingness)
When she had reassured her husband, she set out to reassure the rest of the family. (having)
I would prefer it if you made your inquiries elsewhere. (rather)
The accusation that he had deliberately deceived her upset him. (by)
I really regret having decided to live in the city. (wish)
The last heat wave was five years ago. (since)
They refused to agree to the ultimatum. (would)
Although many seemed terrified by the news, she remained quite calm.

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Where would you go if the city was invaded? Supposing

You shouldnt have become so hysterical. You
They forbade people to promenade in the central square. People
They told us that the allies had been defeated. What
It seems clear that the army has withdrawn from the city. The army
What changed peoples reactions? What caused
The end of June brought a dry and dusty heat. June
Ive never experienced such deadening heat before. Never

1) If I (know) what (happen) the previous day, I never (go) there.

2) We finally (realise) that the man we (invite) for an interview had no intention of (take) the job.
3) Although I saw them (whisper( to one another, I (have) no idea what they (plan).
4) I recently (consider) (take out) life insurance but my husband (not feel) it (be worth)
(make) the payments.
5) By the time they (get round to ) (perform) the operation, he (be) seriously ill.
6) Its six oclock and although I (work) all day I (achieve) almost nothing.
7) Wheres John? He might (work) in the office. Ill ring and check.
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We had barely got indoors when it started raining. Barely

There has rarely been such an opportunity for better relations. Rarely
It was only when the papers were counted that we realised one was missing. Only
She little knows that I have hidden the key. Little
The ships all turned back to land because the wind was so strong. Such
They not only broke the window but also damaged the carpet. Not only
The court has seldom heard such an unlikely explanation. Seldom
We had hardly finished parking the car when a traffic warden arrived. No sooner
You shouldnt disconnect the green wires under any circumstance. Under
It was the biggest fight Ive ever had. Ive
Carrying too much is not a good idea. I
When Ive finished my work, I can come out. I
Not all the passengers could be saved. There was
I dont think Anna will win, although I admire her determination. Much
Theres a party at Toms house next Saturday. Tom
Its important that you dont move. Whatever
Without your co-operation< I cannot help you. Unless
The concert has been cancelled because of the unforeseen circumstances. Owing

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Napoleon only attacked when the enemy forces were preparing a meal. (did)
It was only when she checked the figures again that Carol realised her mistake (did)
It wasnt until an hour later that the police arrived. (arrive)
I will not resign under any circumstances. (no)
It was only then that David realised he had lost his keys. (did)
The second earthquake struck immediately after they has recovered from the first one. (sooner)
He had not only drove through a red light but also crashed into another car. (did)
You are not to open the letter on any account without permission. (no)
The company will not accept responsibility in any way (no)
I wouldnt have thought of looking in that place. (last)
Alan wasted the last of his money so now he is broke. (if)
Although there was a red danger flag, James insisted on going swimming. (despite)

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If it was my responsibility, I wouldnt let you go. (up)

What exactly is the meaning of a flashing blue light? (mean)
Sam helped us so we were able to start the car. (but)
I havent had a bad cold since before Christmas. (time)
A lot of people have had the same problem as you before. (first)
Do you know the answer by any chance? (happen)

Complete the sentences with words derived from power:

1) The carsheadlights lit up the road in front.
2) I stood there watching and unable to help, feeling absolutely
3) The management of the factory had to agree to somewith the unions to end the strike.
4) Solarcars may be the transport of the future.
5) I couldnt use my computer as there was noin the hotel room.
6) Damage to the cables caused a two-hour to the whole building.
7) Protestors waited outside the nuclear to stop the workers starting their shift.