Look at the underlined nouns in the sentences below and identify: 1. which nouns are followed by prepositions 2. which nouns are followed by that + clause 3. which nouns are followed by to + infinitive
a. There is clear evidence of a link between price reductions and increased sales. b. The test measures children’s achievements in different sports. c. Cold Laser treatment is offered as an alternative to invasive surgery. d. Many people take the attitude that mature students should be working rather than studying.
e. The government is concerned about its capacity to invest in the country’s infrastructure.
6.2 The verbs in the sentences below are sometimes transitive and sometimes intransitive. Look at the verbs as they are used in these sentences and decide if
they are transitive (VT) or intransitive (VI). 1. Teaching methods may vary depending on the target audience. 2. The research project will focus on the impact of e-business on an organization. 3. Gun owners had until the end of 1990 to register their weapons. 4. A lot of money has been committed to the reconstruction of the city. 5. My boss declined the offer.
