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Grammar explained: complex noun phrases

Grammar · Complex noun phrases · C2 · 30 min. Find the head noun, make the verb agree with it and build long noun phrases with pre- and postmodifiers.

About this worksheet

Find the head noun, make the verb agree with it and build long noun phrases with pre- and postmodifiers.

Level
C2
Category
Grammar
Topic
Complex noun phrases
Time
About 30 minutes
Exercises
Grammar explanation box, Gap-fill, Multiple choice, Matching, Speaking / writing task, Writing lines
Answer key
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On the sheet

  • Grammar explanation box: How complex noun phrases are built
  • Gap-fill: Find the head noun of the subject, then write the correct present form
  • Multiple choice: Choose the head noun of the subject in each sentence.
  • Matching: Match each noun phrase to the postmodifier that completes it.
  • Speaking / writing task: Write a short news summary (80–100 words) about a real or imaginary re
  • Writing lines: Write your answer here.

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