[Unit 3A] Inversion

Question 1

They didn’t invite their parents to their wedding reception. They held the reception in McDonald’s.

Reformulate: Not only..

Answer 1

Not only did they fail to invite their parents to their wedding reception, they held it at McDonald’s.

Question 2

She sings in the shower. And she performs entire concerts for her shampoo bottles.

Reformulate: Not only..

Answer 2

Not only does she sing in the shower, she also performs entire concerts for her shampoo bottles.

Question 3

They’re going to fake you with a fake treasure map.

And they’re planning to charge you for the exclusive “adventure gear” needed for the hunt.

Reformulate: Not only..

Answer 3

Not only are they going to con you with a fake treasure map, but they’re also planning to charge you for the exclusive “adventure gear” needed for the hunt.

Question 4

He ate the entire cake. And he blamed the dog for its disappearance.

Answer 4

Not only did he eat the entire cake, but he also blamed the dog for its disappearance.

Question 5

He wore mismatched socks to the interview. He confidently explained it as a new fashion trend.

Reformulate: Not only..

Answer 5

Not only did he wear mismatched socks to the interview, he also confidently explained it as a new fashion trend.