1express the same idea in a different way. model: i was sent a letter. — a letter was sent to me. 1. mother was promised a holiday. 2. kate is being shown a new flat now. 3. we have already been shown this film. 4. granny will be offered a ticket to the theatre. 5. i was told a joke. 6. rob was sent a note. 7. some food was left for her.