1 It is reported to be the cost of living is getting higher and higher.
It is reported THAT the cost of living is getting higher and higher.
* The cost of living is reported TO BE getting higher and higher.
2 I really don’t think you must spend all your salary on going out.
I really don’t think you SHOULD spend all your salary on going out.
3 Shall you be able to work late this week? I’d really appreciate it.
WILL you be able to work late this week? I’d really appreciate it.
4 Having a part-time job is believed that is a good thing.
Having a part-time job is believed TO BE a good thing.
5 I was let to take the afternoon off work as I had to attend a seminar.
I was ALLOWED to take the afternoon off work as I had to attend a seminar.
6 This is such a detailed piece of work; it’s hard to believe he made it by his own hands.
This is such a *** detailed piece of work; it’s hard to believe he made it WITH his own hands.
*** dainty piece of delicate workmanship
1. Four applicants were interviewed this morning.
2. My cousin couldn't believe her eyes when her credit card was cut up by the bank clerk.
3. Asking so many questions during my interview was exhausting.
4. David is an apprentice; this week, he is being trained by his supervisor.
5. Numerous casualties are treated every day in the emergency department of this hospital.
6. I hope I am promoted for all my hard work.
7. Mark would rather be hired on a full-time basis.
8. If you want to be considered for the job, you must apply by Friday.
