Question Set 1: Remove ‘As soon as’ using ‘No sooner………than’.
1.
As
soon as the bell is rung, the students enter the classroom.
2.
As
soon as the teacher is seen, the students become silent.
3.
As
soon as the work is finished, he goes home.
4.
As
soon as the door is opened, the children run outside.
5.
As
soon as the results are declared, the students celebrate.
6.
As
soon as the letter is delivered, the officer takes action.
7.
As
soon as the gates are opened, the visitors enter the museum.
8.
As
soon as the food is served, the guests begin eating.
9.
As
soon as the documents are verified, the application is accepted.
10. As soon as the
teacher was seen, the students stood up.
11. As soon as the
bell was rung, the students left the classroom.
12. As soon as he was
informed, he came to the office.
13. As soon as the
match was started, it began to rain.
14. As soon as the
children were called, they came inside.
15. As soon as the
guests were seated, dinner was served.
16. As soon as the
announcement was made, the crowd became excited.
17. As soon as the
thief was arrested, the villagers felt relieved.
18. As soon as the
gates were closed, the security guards took their positions.
19. As soon as the
work was completed, the workers left the site.
20. As soon as the
truth was revealed, everyone became shocked.
21. As soon as the
books were distributed, the students began reading.
22. As soon as the sun
rises, the birds begin to sing.
23. As soon as he
plays the first ball, the batsman hits a six.
24. As soon as she
plays the piano, everyone becomes attentive.
25. As soon as they
play the match, the crowd becomes excited.
26. As soon as the
teacher enters the classroom, the students stand up.
27. As soon as the
examination begins, the candidates start writing.
28. As soon as the
train arrives, the passengers rush towards the platform.
29. As soon as the
rain stops, the children go outside.
30. As soon as the sun
sets, the villagers return home.
31. As soon as he
receives the message, he informs his parents.
32. As soon as she
finishes the assignment, she submits it to the teacher.
33. As soon as the
police reach the spot, the crowd disperses.
34. As soon as the
principal announces the result, the students cheer.
35. As soon as the
doctor examines the patient, he prescribes some medicines.
36. As soon as the
guests arrive, the host welcomes them.
37. As soon as the
goalkeeper catches the ball, the players move forward.
38. As soon as the
lights go out, everyone becomes silent.
39. As soon as the
child sees his mother, he runs towards her.
40. As soon as he
played the first ball, the batsman hit a six.
41. As soon as she
played the piano, everyone became attentive.
42. As soon as they
played the match, the crowd became excited.
43. As soon as the
teacher entered the classroom, the students stood up.
44. As soon as the
examination began, the candidates started writing.
45. As soon as the
train arrived, the passengers rushed towards the platform.
46. As soon as the
rain stopped, the children went outside.
47. As soon as he
received the message, he informed his parents.
48. As soon as she
finished the assignment, she submitted it to the teacher.
49. As soon as the
police reached the spot, the crowd dispersed.
50. As soon as the
principal announced the result, the students cheered.
51. As soon as the
guests arrived, the host welcomed them.
52. As soon as the
goalkeeper caught the ball, the players moved forward.
53. As soon as the
lights went out, everyone became silent.
54. As soon as the
child saw his mother, he ran towards her.
Question Set 2:
Remove ‘As soon as’ using ‘Hardly………when/Scarcely……before’.
1.
As
soon as the teacher was seen, the students stood up.
2.
As
soon as the bell was rung, the students left the classroom.
3.
As
soon as he was informed, he came to the office.
4.
As
soon as the match was started, it began to rain.
5.
As
soon as the children were called, they came inside.
6.
As
soon as the guests were seated, dinner was served.
7.
As
soon as the announcement was made, the crowd became excited.
8.
As
soon as the thief was arrested, the villagers felt relieved.
9.
As
soon as the gates were closed, the security guards took their positions.
10. As soon as the
work was completed, the workers left the site.
11. As soon as the
truth was revealed, everyone became shocked.
12. As soon as the
books were distributed, the students began reading.
13. As soon as he
played the first ball, the batsman hit a six.
14. As soon as she
played the piano, everyone became attentive.
15. As soon as they
played the match, the crowd became excited.
16. As soon as the
teacher entered the classroom, the students stood up.
17. As soon as the
examination began, the candidates started writing.
18. As soon as the
train arrived, the passengers rushed towards the platform.
19. As soon as the
rain stopped, the children went outside.
20. As soon as he
received the message, he informed his parents.
21. As soon as she
finished the assignment, she submitted it to the teacher.
22. As soon as the
police reached the spot, the crowd dispersed.
23. As soon as the
principal announced the result, the students cheered.
24. As soon as the
guests arrived, the host welcomed them.
25. As soon as the
goalkeeper caught the ball, the players moved forward.
26. As soon as the
lights went out, everyone became silent.
27. As soon as the
child saw his mother, he ran towards her.
Question Set 3: Rewrite using "If... not".
1.
Unless you work hard, you will not succeed.
2.
Unless she studies regularly, she will not
pass the examination.
3.
Unless they reach the station early, they will
miss the train.
4.
Unless he apologises to the teacher, she will
not forgive him.
5.
Unless we save money, we cannot buy a new car.
6.
Unless the driver reduces the speed, he may
cause an accident.
7.
Unless you follow the instructions, you will
make mistakes.
8.
Unless the students revise their lessons, they
will forget them.
9.
Unless he takes proper care, he may lose the
opportunity.
10. Unless you tell me the truth, I cannot help you.
11. Unless she practises every day, she will not improve her performance.
12. Unless the government takes immediate action, the problem will become
worse.
13. Unless you control your anger, you will lose your friends.
14. Unless the rain stops, the match cannot continue.
15. Unless he returns the book today, the librarian will charge him a fine.
Question Set 4:
Remove ‘Until’.
1.
The students waited until the teacher arrived.
2.
She did not leave the office until she
completed the work.
3.
He continued reading until he understood the
difficult passage.
4.
We waited at the station until the train
arrived.
5.
The children played outside until their mother
called them.
6.
She remained silent until everyone finished
speaking.
7.
The farmer worked in the field until the sun
set.
8.
He did not reveal the secret until his friend
asked him.
9.
They continued their journey until they
reached the village.
10. I will stay here until you return.
11. The baby cried until his mother picked him up.
12. The teacher waited until all the students submitted their notebooks.
13. He kept knocking at the door until someone opened it.
14. The workers continued repairing the road until darkness fell.
15. She did not make a decision until she consulted her parents.
Question Set 5:
Remove "Too... to".
31. The boy runs too slowly to win the race.
32. She speaks too softly to be heard clearly.
33. He drives too fast to control the car safely.
34. The child walks too slowly to keep pace with his friends.
35. She writes too carelessly to avoid mistakes.
36. He works too slowly to complete the task on time.
37. The old man walks too weakly to climb the stairs.
38. The student answers too carelessly to get full marks.
39. He speaks too quickly for the audience to understand him.
40. She sings too softly for the audience to hear her.
41. The box weighs too much for the child to carry.
42. The river flows too rapidly for the villagers to cross safely.
43. The question seems too difficult for the students to answer.
44. The road looks too narrow for two buses to pass.
45. He arrived too late to catch the train.
46. She worked too slowly to finish the project on time.
47. The boy ran too fast for his friends to catch him.
48. He spoke too loudly to remain unnoticed.
49. The students answered too hurriedly to avoid mistakes.
50. She drove too carelessly to reach her destination safely.
Question Set 6: USE ‘AS WELL AS’.
1.
Riya sings well. She dances well.
2.
He teaches English. He writes books.
3.
The teacher explained the poem. She discussed
its theme.
4.
Ravi plays cricket. He plays football.
5.
She bought vegetables. She bought fruits.
6.
The company manufactures computers. It repairs
them.
7.
He speaks English fluently. He writes English
accurately.
8.
The student completed the assignment. He
prepared the presentation.
9.
The doctor examined the patient. He advised
him to rest.
10. The school organises debates. It conducts literary competitions.
Question Set 7: USE ‘BOTH … AND’.
1.
Amit reads novels. Amit reads newspapers.
2.
She sings beautifully. She plays the piano
beautifully.
3.
The teacher praised the student. The principal
praised the student.
4.
He bought a laptop. He bought a printer.
5.
Rina speaks Hindi. Rina speaks English.
6.
The team showed courage. The team showed
determination.
7.
The book is informative. The book is
interesting.
8.
The road is long. The road is difficult.
9.
She completed the project. She presented the
project.
10. The new system saves time. The new system reduces expenses.
Question Set 8: Use and Begin with ‘not only … but also’.
1.
Rina sings beautifully and dances gracefully.
2.
The boy completed the project and presented it
confidently.
3.
She speaks English fluently and writes it
accurately.
4.
The teacher explained the lesson clearly and
answered every question patiently.
5.
He lost his wallet and missed the last bus.
6.
The new policy will reduce pollution and
improve public health.
7.
The student won the scholarship and received a
special award.
8.
The manager praised the employee and
recommended him for promotion.
9.
The storm damaged several houses and destroyed
many trees.
10. The scientist discovered a new species and recorded its unusual
behaviour.
Question Set 9: Begin with and Use ‘either … or’.
1.
You can take the bus. You can walk to the
station.
2.
Rohan will complete the work today. He will
submit it tomorrow.
3.
We can visit the museum. We can explore the
old fort.
4.
She will study medicine. She will choose
engineering.
5.
You must apologise to him. You must accept the
consequences.
6.
The teacher will explain the problem. He/She
will ask another student to solve it.
7.
They will stay at home. They will join us for
dinner.
8.
You can pay the fee online. You can deposit it
at the office.
9.
The captain will select Rahul. He will appoint
another player.
10.
We will leave now. We will wait for the next
train.
Question Set 10: Use and
Begin with ‘neither … nor’.
1.
Rahul does not play cricket and does not watch
football.
2.
She did not call me and did not send me a
message.
3.
The boy cannot read the passage and cannot
understand it.
4.
He does not speak French and does not write
German.
5.
The manager did not approve the proposal and
did not reject it.
6.
The students did not complete the assignment
and did not submit it.
7.
She will not attend the meeting and will not
join the programme.
8.
The machine does not produce noise and does
not consume much electricity.
9.
He has not visited Delhi and has not travelled
to Mumbai.
10.
The witness could not identify the man and
could not describe his appearance.
Question Set 11:
Join the sentences according to the instructions given.
1.
He repaired the damaged computer. He
installed new software. (Simple)
2.
The
teacher corrected the essays. She explained the common errors. (Simple)
3.
She
had very little experience. The manager entrusted her with the responsibility.
(Compound)
4.
The
library contains rare manuscripts. It provides access to valuable journals.
(Compound)
5.
The
teacher repeated the instructions. Nobody should misunderstand the procedure.
(Complex)
6.
She
received the award. Her contribution had been recognised by the committee.
(Complex)
7.
Careful
planning is necessary. You want to complete the work successfully. (Simple)
8.
The
student borrowed a dictionary. I had recommended the dictionary to him.
(Complex)
9.
She
carried an umbrella. She wanted to protect herself from the rain. (Simple)
10. His
explanation sounded convincing. I was not satisfied with it. (Compound)
11. The
committee accepted his proposal. He had supported it with convincing evidence.
(Complex)
12. He
may lose his position. He does not change his attitude. (Complex)
13. She
entered the laboratory. She wanted to examine the specimen carefully. (Simple)
14. He
could not complete the assignment. Several pages of his notebook were missing.
(Compound)
15. You
can solve the problem. You approach it patiently. (Simple)
16. She
possesses remarkable patience. She has considerable determination. (Simple)
17. The
crops failed. There had been almost no rainfall for several months. (Simple)
18. The
students looked disappointed. The results did not meet their expectations.
(Compound)
19. The
young musician plays the violin exceptionally well. He composes his own pieces.
(Compound)
20. The
speaker answered every question. He impressed the audience with his clarity.
(Compound)
21. You
will regret the decision. You do not consider the consequences. (Complex)
22. She
joined the course. She wanted to develop her communication skills. (Simple)
23. She
could not attend the ceremony. Her flight was cancelled at the last moment.
(Simple)
24. The
gate was locked. Strangers should not enter the premises. (Complex)
25. The
villagers continued their journey. The weather was extremely unpleasant.
(Complex)
26. The
passengers remained inside the station. The railway authorities cancelled the
train. (Complex)
27. The
candidate spoke confidently. He presented his ideas logically. (Compound)
28. I
remember the afternoon. We received the unexpected news then. (Complex)
29. He
accepted the offer. The salary was not attractive. (Simple)
30. They
visited the museum. Many ancient sculptures are preserved there. (Complex)
31. She
showed me the painting. Her brother had created it. (Complex)
32. He
lowered his voice. The people outside should not hear the conversation.
(Complex)
33. Your
cooperation is necessary. The project cannot succeed without it. (Complex)
34. He
remained silent. Everyone expected an explanation. (Compound)
35. We
passed through a narrow valley. A small river flows through the valley.
(Complex)
36. She
completed the research independently. She published her findings in a journal.
(Simple)
37. He
visited the bank. He wanted to verify the transaction. (Simple)
38. Rohan
has won several prizes. He has represented his school at the state level.
(Simple)
39. I
finally met the author. I had admired his novels for years. (Complex)
40. The
machine will operate efficiently. You maintain it properly. (Complex)
41. He
missed the interview. He had noted the wrong date. (Complex)
42. We
returned to the village. My father had spent his childhood there. (Complex)
43. We
returned without buying anything. The shopkeeper had closed the store.
(Compound)
44. The
streets became deserted. A warning had been issued by the authorities. (Simple)
45. I
cannot understand the reason. She rejected the proposal for that reason.
(Complex)
46. The
journey may become uncomfortable. You carry unnecessary luggage. (Complex)
47. The
guard stood near the entrance. Visitors should follow the prescribed route.
(Complex)
48. He
showed us an old photograph. The photograph had been taken during his
childhood. (Complex)
49. She
possesses considerable knowledge. She lacks practical experience. (Compound)
50. The
hotel provides comfortable rooms. It offers excellent food. (Compound)
51. The
child began to tremble. He heard an unfamiliar sound outside. (Complex)
52. The
old man walked slowly. He refused assistance. (Simple)
53. The
match was postponed. The players left the ground. (Compound)
54. The
officer questioned the witness. The witness had reported the incident. (Complex)
55. The
notice was written in large letters. Everyone should be able to read it.
(Complex)
56. The
examination was difficult. Most candidates completed it on time. (Complex)
57. The
woman thanked the doctor. The doctor had treated her son. (Complex)
58. The
athlete suffered an injury. He finished the race. (Simple)
59. I
shall always remember the evening. Our team achieved its greatest victory on
that evening. (Complex)
60. The
plants will wither. Nobody waters them regularly. (Complex)
61. The
agreement will remain ineffective. Both parties do not accept its conditions.
(Complex)
62. The
scientist collected several samples. He intended to compare their properties.
(Simple)
63. The
child was frightened. He entered the dark room. (Complex)
64. Regular
practice is essential. You wish to improve your pronunciation. (Simple)
Question Set 12: Transform
the sentences according to the instructions given.
1.
Let us discuss the matter later, …… ? (Supply
a suitable Question Tag)
2.
Mother said, “Do not waste your valuable
time.” (Change to Indirect Speech)
3.
The answer was correct. (Transform into a
Negative Sentence)
4.
He did not save enough money. He could not buy
the house. (Combine using a Conditional Clause)
5.
The view from the mountain is remarkably
beautiful. (Transform into an Exclamatory Sentence)
6.
If the timely help of the doctor had not been
available, the patient would have died. (Rewrite using 'Had it not been for')
7.
Nobody can forget the sacrifices of our
freedom fighters. (Transform into a Rhetorical Question)
8.
Close the window, …… ? (Supply a suitable
Question Tag)
9.
The carpenter made this beautiful table.
(Change the Voice)
10. Everyone wants to live a peaceful life. (Transform into an Interrogative
Sentence)
11. If the police had not arrived in time, the situation would have become
worse. (Rewrite using 'Without')
12. Rina said to me, “Where did you keep my book?” (Change to Indirect
Speech)
13. If she does not practise regularly, she will not improve. (Rewrite using
'Without')
14. She is an honest and hardworking student. (Transform into a Negative
Sentence)
15. He said to his friend, “Can you lend me your dictionary?” (Change to
Indirect Speech)
16. The committee will announce the results tomorrow. (Change the Voice)
17. No one can survive without water. (Transform into an Interrogative
Sentence)
18. The child runs very fast. (Transform into an Exclamatory Sentence)
19. We cannot live without hope. (Transform into a Rhetorical Question)
20. Only Ramesh knew the truth. (Transform into a Negative Sentence)
21. Everyone desires happiness. (Transform into a Rhetorical Question)
22. All the students were present in the classroom. (Transform into a
Negative Sentence)
23. The teacher gave the students some useful advice. (Change the Voice)
24. Your brother can solve this problem, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question
Tag)
25. Work hard. You will succeed in life. (Combine using a Conditional
Clause)
26. If the rain had not stopped, the match would have been cancelled.
(Rewrite using 'Had it not')
27. She randomly visits her relatives, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
28. The manager is examining the documents carefully. (Change the Voice)
29. He always speaks the truth. (Transform into a Negative Sentence)
30. Someone has stolen my bicycle. (Change the Voice)
31. The security guard's intervention prevented the theft. (Rewrite using
'But for')
32. The heavy rain prevented us from reaching the village. (Rewrite using
'But for')
33. There is little water in the tank, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
34. The police caught the thief near the railway station. (Change the Voice)
35. It is impossible to forget one's childhood. (Transform into an
Interrogative Sentence)
36. She may come tomorrow. We will inform her about the programme. (Combine
using a Conditional Clause)
37. No one can deny the importance of time. (Transform into a Rhetorical
Question)
38. He said, “I have finished my work.” (Change to Indirect Speech)
39. Nothing has been damaged, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
40. If you do not obey the instructions, you will make mistakes. (Rewrite
using 'Without')
41. People speak English in many countries. (Change the Voice)
42. You needn’t attend the meeting, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
43. Who wrote this remarkable poem? (Change the Voice)
44. The teacher said, “The earth moves round the sun.” (Change to Indirect
Speech)
45. The old man said, “Alas! I have lost my only son.” (Change to Indirect
Speech)
46. She said, “What a beautiful painting it is!” (Change to Indirect Speech)
47. We should respect our parents. (Transform into an Interrogative
Sentence)
48. Nobody informed you about the change, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question
Tag)
49. He hardly speaks to anyone, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
50. If he had not helped me, I would have failed. (Rewrite using 'Without')
51. They had completed the work before sunset. (Change the Voice)
52. The workers have repaired the damaged bridge. (Change the Voice)
53. He does not follow the doctor's advice. His condition may become worse.
(Combine using a Conditional Clause)
54. He said to me, “Please help me with this problem.” (Change to Indirect
Speech)
55. If you do not work hard, you cannot succeed. (Rewrite using 'Without')
56. Your guidance helped me complete the project. (Rewrite using 'But for')
57. In a position like yours, I would accept the offer. (Combine using a
Conditional Clause)
58. The students were discussing the difficult problem. (Change the Voice)
59. I had known about the meeting. I would have attended it. (Combine using
a Conditional Clause)
60. The storm destroyed several houses in the village. (Change the Voice)
61. Don’t make so much noise, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
62. Everyone loved the courage of the young soldier. (Transform into a
Negative Sentence)
63. Nobody can deny the importance of education. (Transform into an
Interrogative Sentence)
64. If his wise advice had not been available, I would have made a serious
mistake. (Rewrite using 'Had it not been for')
65. She sings very sweetly. (Transform into an Exclamatory Sentence)
66. The captain said, “Hurrah! We have won the match.” (Change to Indirect
Speech)
67. The timely help of the doctor saved his life. (Rewrite using 'But for')
68. She says to her brother, “Why are you disturbing me?” (Change to
Indirect Speech)
69. He did not take an umbrella. He got completely wet. (Combine using a
Conditional Clause)
70. It is a very beautiful flower. (Transform into an Exclamatory Sentence)
71. Everyone knows that honesty is the best policy. (Transform into an
Interrogative Sentence)
72. You have completed the assignment, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
73. Everyone loved freedom. (Transform into a Rhetorical Question)
74. She used to live here, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
75. His presence of mind saved the passengers. (Rewrite using 'But for')
76. The night is extremely cold. (Transform into an Exclamatory Sentence)
77. If she had not informed us, we would not have known about the change.
(Rewrite using 'Had it not')
78. The teacher said to the students, “Work hard for the examination.”
(Change to Indirect Speech)
79. They were waiting outside, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
80. He said, “I will complete the work tomorrow.” (Change to Indirect
Speech)
81. He is a very brave soldier. (Transform into an Exclamatory Sentence)
82. It is impossible to measure a mother's love. (Transform into a
Rhetorical Question)
83. Everyone enjoyed the programme, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question Tag)
84. Few students understood the question, …… ? (Supply a suitable Question
Tag)
85. Hurry up. You will miss the train. (Combine using a Conditional Clause)
86. You must obey the rules. You will avoid punishment. (Combine using a
Conditional Clause)
87. She practises regularly. She will improve her performance. (Combine
using a Conditional Clause)
88. Nobody can deny the importance of time. (Transform into a Rhetorical
Question)
