Fronting and Emphasis worksheet
Fronting, it-clefts, pseudo-clefts for emphasis
The rule
Fronting moves elements first; clefts split sentences for focus.
4 exercises · 40 questions · answer key on the last page
What is on the sheet
1
It-Cleft Sentences
EasyChoose the correct it-cleft form.
___ John who called me.
2
Pseudo-Cleft (What-Cleft)
MediumComplete the pseudo-cleft sentence.
___ she did was leave quickly.
3
Fronting for Emphasis
HardChoose the correct fronted form.
Fronted object: ___ I can't stand.
4
Rewrite Using Fronting/Cleft
Very HardRewrite using the technique given.
John called me. (it-cleft)
Using this in class
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