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I. Change the following by using passive constructions with say or believe.

1. Derek’s parents were actually born in Japan. ________________________________________________________________
2. Steve hit a tree when he lost control of the car. ________________________________________________________________
3. When the moon is full, the mad scientist turns into a werewolf. ________________________________________________________________ 4. Daughters are closer to their fathers than they are to their mothers. ________________________________________________________________ 5. In some cultures, if a black cat crosses your path, it is bad luck. ________________________________________________________________

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