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C1 Grammar Cleft sentences (What I believe is..

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Grammar C1 - Cleft sentences (What I believe is..

Cleft sentences are used to emphasize a specific part of a sentence. In English, they allow you to highlight or draw attention to one element, such as a subject, object, or adverbial phrase.

There are two types of cleft sentences commonly used:

It-clefts:

Structure: It is/was + emphasized part + that/who + rest of the sentence.

Example: It was John who broke the window.

In this sentence, the emphasis is placed on John, the person who broke the window.

What-clefts:

Structure: What + noun clause + is/was + emphasized part.

Example:  What I really want is to go on holiday.

Here, the emphasis is placed on the entire clause "to go on holiday."

1. I really appreciate is your help with the project.
2. made the announcement was the CEO.
3. I enjoy most about traveling is experiencing new cultures.
4. they want to do is take a break and relax.
5. I want to emphasize is the importance of teamwork.
6. surprised me the most was how quickly she adapted to the new environment.
7. he said during the meeting was highly relevant.
8. she decided to leave was the lack of career opportunities.
9. you need to focus on now is improving your communication skills.
10. I find difficult is dealing with complicated issues at work.
11. he does in his free time is go hiking in the mountains.
12. you suggested during the meeting was very interesting.
13. I noticed immediately was how much effort she put into the presentation.
14. we need to focus on next is improving our customer service.
15. they agreed on was that the project needed more time.
16. surprises me the most is how fast technology is advancing.
17. we should do now is decide on the budget for next year.
18. she was upset about was the miscommunication during the presentation.
19. they did in the last meeting was discuss the new strategy.
20. I find most rewarding is helping others achieve their goals.

 

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