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Transformation of sentences
Noun
Transformation of Sentences
Question
When supper had been prepared, Robinson Crusoe sat down expecting to enjoy himself greatly. (Use noun forms instead of 'prepared' and 'expecting'.)
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Solution
Answer: When the preparation of supper was over, Robinson Crusoe sat down in expectation of enjoying himself greatly.
Explanation: Noun forms of 'prepared' and 'expecting' are preparation and expectation respectively. Here, preparation states the act of making or preparing something. On the other side, expectation means a belief or assumption that something will take place.