ADVERB class 7D

 

Chapter: Adverbs

A. UNDERLINE THE ADVERBS IN THESE SENTENCES. WRITE AM FOR ADVERBS OF MANNER, AP FOR ADVERBS OF PLACE, AT FOR ADVERBS OF TIME AND AF FOR ADVERBS OF FREQUENCY.

 1. She received all her education overseas. AP

 2. He just left. He must not have gone far. AT, AP

 3. Our queries were not answered adequately. AM

 4. Please switch off your mobile phones now. AT

 5. The dancers performed amazingly. AM

 6. Classes begin mostly at 9 a.m. AF

 7. People generally fear what they don't understand. AF

 8. Ashmita rarely if ever scolds her children. AF

B. CHOOSE THE CORRECT ADVERBS FROM BRACKETS TO FILL IN THE BLANKS. WRITE THE TYPES TO WHICH THE ADVERBS BELONG.

 1. I seldom see Rajat these days even though we work in the same building. (regularly/often/seldom) AF

 2. She looked at me mysteriously. I did not know what to make of it. (charmingly/angrily/mysteriously) AM

 3. She lives somewhere close by, but I don't know the address. (everywhere/elsewhere/somewhere) AP

 4. I am going to the market. Do you want to come along? (over/along/in) AP

 5. I denied it categorically, without leaving any scope for doubt. (categorically/vaguely/harshly) AM

 6. There is already so much to do, I can't handle any more work. (since/already/soon) AT

COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE WITH A SUITABLE ADVERB OF DEGREE FROM THE BOX.

(narrowly, hardly, rather, reasonably, barely, fiercely, thoroughly, entirely)

 1. She has done the job reasonably well, I think. (modifies adverb well)

 2. She was rather rude, I would say. (modifies adjective rude)

 3. We barely knew each other then. (modifies verb knew)

 4. His books are always thoroughly researched. (modifies adjective researched)

 5. I had hardly started speaking when he interrupted. (modifies verb started)

 6. It was a fiercely contested match. (modifies adjective contested)

 7. I do something only when I'm entirely sure of it. (modifies adjective sure)

 8. She narrowly missed the first rank. (modifies verb missed)

FORM ADVERBS FROM THESE ADJECTIVES.

 1. joyous -> joyously

 2. clumsy -> clumsily

 3. fast -> fast (same form)

 4. outdoor -> outdoors

 5. indoor -> indoors

 6. rare -> rarely

 7. definite -> definitely

 8. historical -> historically

IDENTIFY THE ADVERB IN EACH PAIR OF SENTENCES.

 1. a. Life is very hard for the poor. (adjective) b. The workers toiled hard all day. (adverb)

 2. a. We had an early lunch today. (adjective) b. The bus starts early tomorrow. (adverb)

 3. a. The teacher drew a straight line. (adjective) b. He walked straight for a kilometre. (adverb)

 4. a. We publish a weekly magazine. (adjective) b. He meets the children weekly. (adverb)

 5. a. Turn right at the corner. (adverb) b. I injured my right foot playing football. (adjective)

 6. a. He's in his late thirties. (adjective) b. She doesn't appreciate people coming late. (adverb)

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Worksheet 1

A. IDENTIFY THE PARTS OF SPEECH.

 1. My sister Urvashi recently joined an automobile company in Hyderabad. (adverb)

 2. 'I have some great news for you,' Mother said. (adjective)

 3. 'I have received no news of him yet,' Mr Gautam told me anxiously. (adverb, adverb)

 4. Are there any more apples in the basket? (adjective)

 5. Be ready. There are going to be more challenges ahead. (adjective)

 6. The weather department says there is a strong possibility of thunderstorms tonight. (adjective)

 7. Amba is graduating from the law college next month. (adjective)

 8. Do you know we have an award-winning singer among us tonight? (adverb)

 9. All the preparations for tomorrow's functions are complete. (adjective)

 10. They are planning an office outing next month. (adjective)

B. WRITE THE PAST TENSE AND THE PAST PARTICIPLE FORMS OF THESE VERBS.

Verb Past Tense Past Participle 1. break broke broken 2. broadcast broadcast broadcast 3. build built built 4. stink stank stunk 5. become became become 6. slide slid slid 7. lose lost lost 8. input input input 9. burst burst burst 10. have had had 11. shine shone shone 12. split split split

C. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH THE CORRECT FORMS OF THE VERBS GIVEN IN THE BOX.

(hang, forecast, spread, seek, sink, upset, shrink)

 1. RMS Titanic sank during its maiden voyage on 15 April 1912.

 2. The cyclone was forecast to hit the coast.

 3. I've hung the washing out to dry.

 4. The news of the king's disappearance spread like wildfire.

 5. A blizzard has been forecast for tomorrow.

 6. Our workforce has shrunk by almost half.

 7. We have sought Dr Rupani's counsel on this case.

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Worksheet 2

A. CIRCLE THE MAIN VERBS IN THESE SENTENCES AND UNDERLINE THEIR OBJECTS.

 1. Brian plays the piano exceptionally well.

 2. We often remember those days with nostalgia.

 3. Rafiq helps his parents run their bakery in his free time.

 4. Human actions are causing irreversible harm to nature.

 5. There's no shame in admitting your mistakes when you have made them.

 6. Nothing escapes his sharp and observant mind.

 7. Nayan and his wife love to have guests at their home.

 8. I doubt his word because he has lied to me before.

B. IDENTIFY THE DIRECT OBJECT (DO) AND THE INDIRECT OBJECT (IO) OF THE ITALICIZED VERB IN EACH OF THESE SENTENCES.

 1. Swati gifted her daughter books for her birthday.

 * DO: books

 * IO: her daughter

 2. Urvashi gave Shammi a disapproving look.

 * DO: a disapproving look

 * IO: Shammi

 3. Sohini bought her little sister a new frock.

 * DO: a new frock

 * IO: her little sister

 4. Our science teacher Ms Charlotte taught us an interesting concept today.

 * DO: an interesting concept

 * IO: us

 5. The policeman asked me if I had noticed something suspicious.

 * DO: if I had noticed something suspicious

 * IO: me

C. WRITE WHETHER THE ITALICIZED VERBS ARE TRANSITIVE OR INTRANSITIVE.

 1. Ranjeet raised funds for the charity event. Transitive

 2. The patient's condition improved gradually. Intransitive

 3. 'We were talking about you,' Sam said as I entered the room. Intransitive

 4. Mallika works for a car manufacturing company. Intransitive

 5. Balraj Sahni was a noted film and stage actor. Intransitive

 6. William Wordsworth wrote many poems about human-nature bonding. Transitive

 7. 'Are you going to the library?' Sarika asked me. Intransitive

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Worksheet 3

A. IDENTIFY THE INFINITIVE.

 1. It might rain later in the day. (No infinitive)

 2. The students were asked to leave. (to-infinitive)

 3. Do you know how to play the saxophone? (to-infinitive)

 4. A few people were walking by the riverside. (No infinitive)

 5. You could have hurt me. (No infinitive)

 6. Kids like to play with soft toys. (to-infinitive)

 7. Trisha is working on her new book. (No infinitive)

 8. To err is human, to forgive is divine. (to-infinitive)

 9. Nirmal is studying hard to get the scholarship. (to-infinitive)

 10. To be honest, I was a little apprehensive about meeting you. (to-infinitive)

B. COMPLETE THESE SENTENCES USING THE CORRECT VERBS FROM THE BOX. USE THE TO-INFINITIVE OR THE BARE INFINITIVE FORM AS SUITABLE.

(comprehend, exit, speak, vacate, have, look)

 1. I'm not lying. I heard him speak these words.

 2. I am still trying to comprehend the meaning of his words.

 3. 'Did anyone see her exit the room after 6 p.m.?' Jaya asked.

 4. 'Would you care to have some coffee or tea?' the receptionist asked.

 5. The book made me look at things in a new way.

 6. He was asked to vacate the house within a week.

C. COMBINE THESE SENTENCES USING INFINITIVES.

 1. We went to the theatre to watch a play.

 2. James is too tired to go to the office today.

 3. You should not be afraid to speak the truth.

 4. Gopal did not have enough money to buy a car.

 5. He bought some flowers to gift to his mother.

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Worksheet 4

A. UNDERLINE THE PARTICIPLES IN THESE SENTENCES. ALSO, WRITE WHETHER THEY ARE PRESENT PARTICIPLES (PRP) OR PAST PARTICIPLES (PAP). FURTHER, WRITE WHETHER THEY FUNCTION AS VERBS (V) OR AS ADJECTIVES (A).

 1. He sat in the balcony of his room listening to the rain. (PRP, V)

 2. George has a proven work record of twelve years as a pilot in a reputable airline. (PAP, A)

 3. Karishma was visibly shaken after the incident. (PAP, A)

 4. Standing where I was, I got a clear view of the mountains. (PRP, V)

 5. Willy works as a travelling salesman in New York. (PRP, A)

 6. Living so close to the sea is not very safe, said Mr Ghosh. (PRP, V)

 7. The writer has laid bare his inner life in these poems. (PAP, V)

 8. The flying object moved across the sky so fast that it was difficult to identify it. (PRP, A)

 9. The sailing ships slowly receded in the distance. (PRP, A)

 10. The whole place was flooded in moonlight. (PAP, V)

B. JOIN EACH PAIR OF THESE SENTENCES USING A PARTICIPLE.

 1. Browsing through a magazine, I saw Sumit in a bookshop.

 2. Left with no other option, Rajesh sold his car to arrange for the money.

 3. Sitting by the window in my study, I saw two men burying something in the earth.

 4. Seeing a wolf near a tree, Aisha ran towards her home.

 5. Feeling extremely tired after the trek, Vijay spent the whole day sleeping.

 6. Seeing her friend Neelam at the bus stop, Mini stopped her scooter to give her a lift.

 7. Entering my room, I quickly turned on the TV to check the news.

 8. Hearing a shrill cry outside, Sheetal stepped out of her room.

 9. Walking along the beach, I saw numerous turtles hatching together.

 10. Seeing an injured crow in the park, Abhay immediately took it to a vet.

IDENTIFY INFINITIVES, PARTICIPLES AND GERUNDS IN THESE SENTENCES AND WRITE THEM IN THE CORRECT COLUMNS.

Infinitive Participle Gerund 1. to drive 2. smiling 3. learning 4. speak 8. dancing 10. sitting, watching 5. go 9. broken 11. living 7. to fend 12. Caring 10. set

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Worksheet 5

A. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH CAN, COULD, MAY OR MIGHT.

 1. You may/can take my bicycle, but you must return it by the evening. (permission)

 2. Miss Sudha may/might go to the Doon School as an invigilator. (possibility)

 3. May God help you achieve your dream! (wish)

 4. There is no negative marking. Candidates may/can attempt all the questions. (permission)

 5. Could/Can you please pass that jug here? (request)

 6. I may/might attend the conference this weekend. (possibility)

 7. There could/might have been an accident had the driver not been alert. (possibility)

 8. Make the children feel comfortable so that they can/may be more open with you. (purpose)

 9. The children could go out to play when they did not feel like studying. (permission)

 10. 'We can win the tournament if we play to our potential,' the coach said. (ability)

B. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH SHALL OR WILL.

 1. What shall be our next step?

 2. Tarun will be in Bengaluru next month to attend a film festival.

 3. 'Will you come with me to the hospital?' Rama asked.

 4. 'Will you take me to the beach on Sunday?' Niharika's son asked her.

 5. Shall we order something to eat?

C. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH SHOULD OR WOULD.

 1. These medicines should be stored in a cool place.

 2. I'm going to order Thai green curry. What would you like to have?

 3. We should be sensitive to the needs of the underprivileged.

 4. 'I would rather starve than beg,' said the old lady with pride.

 5. We would often come to this restaurant when we were in Goa.

D. REWRITE THESE SENTENCES USING THE MODALS GIVEN IN BRACKETS.

 1. In my opinion, you need to consult a psychiatrist at once. (should)

 * You should consult a psychiatrist at once.

 2. It is possible to increase your savings if you invest smartly. (could)

 * You could increase your savings if you invest smartly.

 3. It's quite possible that we face acute water crisis in years to come. (may)

 * We may face an acute water crisis in years to come.

 4. Children have to be encouraged to think that it is their obligation to conserve nature. (must)

 * Children must be encouraged to think that they must conserve nature.

 5. If you need to talk to me urgently, call me on this number. (should)

 * If you should need to talk to me urgently, call me on this number.

 6. Dilip is likely to have reached by now: it has been two hours since he left. (must)

 * Dilip must have reached by now: it has been two hours since he left.

 7. It is possible that we have rain tomorrow. (might)

 * It might rain tomorrow.

 8. The child has been locked in - she is not able to open the door. (can)

 * The child has been locked in - she cannot open the door.

 9. It is possible that the college elections are postponed. (may)

 * The college elections may be postponed.

 10. They are likely to shift into their new house soon. (might)

 * They might shift into their new house soon.

 11. He has the ability to do well, but he has to study for that. (could)

 * He could do well, but he has to study for that.

 12. You are allowed to go on leave, but first you've to finish your pending work. (can, must)

 * You can go on leave, but first you must finish your pending work.

 13. I told him that he had to submit his assignment today. (must)

 * I told him that he must submit his assignment today.

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Worksheet 6

A. COMPLETE THESE SENTENCES WITH SUITABLE VERBS.

 1. The income of many people has declined lately, the report says.

 2. 'Rice and dal is my favourite meal,' said Raman.

 3. We will have to cancel the shoot for the day - the producer and director are not well.

 4. The lyricist and the singer are waiting in the studio.

 5. Every child and parent is sitting in the auditorium.

 6. Henceforth, each day and night is going to be colder than the previous.

 7. 'Has anyone seen the book I issued from the library?' Rahul asked.

 8. Neither Shilpa nor her parents are going to the wedding.

 9. Neither the children nor their mother has fully recovered. They are still in the hospital.

 10. Neither Rashmi nor I am interested in painting. We both prefer sports.

 11. Either the workers or the management has to compromise for the strike to end.

 12. The committee is still divided on the matter.

 13. The Indian team is leaving for Australia tomorrow.

 14. Ankush, along with his parents, is having dinner with us tonight.

 15. Jewellery worth lakhs, in addition to cash, was stolen by the thieves yesterday.

 16. A million rupees is no little amount.

 17. Fifteen years is the time Jacob spent in prison.

 18. Three hundred kilometres on this bumpy road is no joke!

B. CHOOSE THE CORRECT VERBS FROM BRACKETS TO COMPLETE THESE SENTENCES.

 1. These trousers don't fit me. I will try another pair. (doesn't/don't)

 2. Here is something that I'm sure will interest you. (is/are)

 3. Either you or I am at fault. (are/am)

 4. Two candidates were interviewed today. Neither of them was selected. (were/was)

 5. The resale value of these buildings has increased ever since the construction of the metro. (have/has)

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Worksheet 7

A. COMPLETE THESE SENTENCES WITH SUITABLE PRONOUNS.

 1. 'I always trust people blindly. That's my biggest problem,' Uncle John said with self-pity.

 2. I saw Jaya talking to Prof. Dixit in the recess. I am not sure what they were discussing.

 3. I met Noorie and Sheetal in the canteen. I asked them if they were participating in the quiz competition next month.

 4. When I spoke with her last, she sounded a bit distressed.

 5. He told me that he would be going on a trip next week.

 6. 'I cannot find my English textbook. Have you seen it?' asked my sister.

B. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH SUITABLE PRONOUNS. ALSO, WRITE WHETHER THEY ARE REFLEXIVE PRONOUNS (RP) OR EMPHATIC PRONOUNS (EP).

 1. The concept does not need an explanation. It explains itself. (RP)

 2. 'You are not bored, I hope. You don't seem to be enjoying yourself,' said my aunt. (RP)

 3. Our gardener was on leave, so I planted the saplings myself. (EP)

 4. The brave captain rescued the passengers but could not save himself. (RP)

 5. A good work of art should be able to sell itself. (RP)

 6. 'The members must look after their belongings themselves,' read the message in the gym. (EP)

 7. I looked at myself in the mirror and saw a pale face staring back. (RP)

 8. The modest person that Sudha is, she does not think highly of herself. (RP)

C. UNDERLINE THE POSSESSIVE ADJECTIVES IN THESE SENTENCES. THEN, REWRITE THE SENTENCES USING POSSESSIVE PRONOUNS.

 1. 'Are these your paintings?' Father said curiously.

 * 'Are these yours?' Father said curiously.

 2. 'I remember it distinctly - it was her face,' Rita said to the police officer.

 * 'I remember it distinctly - it was hers,' Rita said to the police officer.

 3. It was his responsibility to look after the child in the mother's absence.

 * The responsibility to look after the child in the mother's absence was his.

 4. 'Their house is the fourth one in the next lane,' said Lalit.

 * 'Theirs is the fourth house in the next lane,' said Lalit.

 5. Our project was chosen as the best in the inter-school science exhibition.

 * Ours was chosen as the best in the inter-school science exhibition.

 6. Whether you want to work or study further - it is your decision, said Mother.

 * Whether you want to work or study further - it is yours, said Mother.

 7. I know this is your bag, but where is my bag?

 * I know this is yours, but where is mine?

D. JOIN THESE SENTENCES WITH SUITABLE RELATIVE PRONOUNS.

 1. The girl who won the 100-metre race was praised by the chief guest.

 2. We need an English teacher who has at least five years of teaching experience.

 3. Can you please return the novel that/which I lent you last month?

 4. The woman whom Mihir was talking with just now is a gifted writer.

 5. I booked a hotel that/which was close to the railway station.

 6. This is Ms Radhika, whose son recently won a medal at the Commonwealth Games.

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Worksheet 8

A. WRITE QUESTIONS.

 1. I like to listen to music in my free time.

 * When do you like to listen to music?

 2. The health minister inaugurated the hospital.

 * Who inaugurated the hospital?

 3. This is Devika's car.

 * Whose car is this?

 4. You should contact Mr John for housekeeping.

 * Who should I contact for housekeeping?

 5. The second desk in the third row is mine.

 * Which desk is yours?

B. COMPLETE THESE SENTENCES WITH SUITABLE PRONOUNS. USE A DIFFERENT PRONOUN IN EACH CASE.

 1. None of those five candidates was good enough. We need to interview more.

 2. 'One should do one's best and leave the rest to destiny,' Mother said.

 3. The teacher asked each of us to stand in a queue.

 4. Is there any rice left? Can I have some?

 5. Someone seems to have left their mobile phone here.

 6. The architect showed us two design samples. We did not like either.

 7. Neither of the two roads is safe during the monsoon.

 8. It was a fine day, so all of us decided to explore the countryside.

C. COMPLETE THESE SENTENCES WITH THE CORRECT DEMONSTRATIVE PRONOUNS.

 1. That was Reema's bicycle. I had borrowed it from her for a day.

 2. This is my first book. I hope to write another soon.

 3. Those were the pre-Internet days. Information was not easily available.

 4. 'These are the things that Sahil needs to work upon,' the teacher said.

 5. That was the last time we met. She left the country the next day.

 6. This is a good time to visit the hills.

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Worksheet 9

A. UNDERLINE THE ADJECTIVES IN THESE SENTENCES. WRITE A IF THEY HAVE BEEN USED ATTRIBUTIVELY AND P IF THEY HAVE BEEN USED PREDICATIVELY.

 1. The cheese looks fresh. (P)

 2. The robin sang in a soulful voice. (A)

 3. She appeared a little perturbed. (P)

 4. The movie was quite engaging. (P)

 5. Rik is an artist of extraordinary talent. (A)

 6. They have a beautiful cottage in Gulmarg. (A)

 7. A curious expression was stamped on her face. (A)

 8. Is there an ulterior motive in his offer? (A)

B. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH THE CORRECT FORMS OF THE ADJECTIVES GIVEN IN BRACKETS.

 1. I found Mr Singh to be one of the most difficult persons to deal with. (difficult)

 2. Few people are as keen to learn as Sohail. (keen)

 3. August recorded less rainfall this year. (less)

 4. The place is much quieter than I had expected it to be. (quiet)

 5. The railway station was farther/further from the town than I had thought. (far)

 6. 'Be prepared for the worst situation,' Arvind said menacingly. (bad)

 7. 'Can we take this up at a later date?' Mr Manohar said. (late)

C. CIRCLE THE NOUNS ACTING AS ADJECTIVES AND UNDERLINE THE PARTICIPIAL ADJECTIVES.

 1. 'Who is going to be our next (maths) teacher?' everyone asked curiously.

 2. A huge (marble) wall separated the sprawling palace from the rest of the city.

 3. There's a (bicycle) shop next to our office.

 4. The teacher made only a passing reference to the concept.

 5. Without doubt, Mr Rohan is a man of proven credentials.

 6. Several strategies were discussed in the company's (board) meeting.

 7. 'Could you please pass me the (chalk) box?' the tired teacher said.

D. WRITE WHETHER THE ITALICIZED WORDS ARE ADJECTIVES OR ADVERBS.

 1. The party was over earlier than we had expected. Adverb

 2. The chief guest reached the function later than everyone else. Adverb

 3. In his later years, my uncle grew into a more sober man. Adjective

 4. The soldiers' retreat was deemed a cowardly act, but I don't think it was. Adjective

 5. In some of her earlier films, she was praised for her negative roles. Adjective

 6. The two women gradually developed a sisterly bond. Adjective

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Worksheet 10

A. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH SUITABLE ADVERBS FROM THE BOX.

(already, completely, twice, currently, insanely, apologetically, everywhere, formerly, wherever, often, hardly)

 1. Rakhi looked for her diary everywhere.

 2. 'Wherever I go, bad luck seems to follow me,' Mohan said.

 3. Look within and introspect. You will get the answer.

 4. She has become insanely rich.

 5. Often you see people unhappy despite leading comfortable lives.

 6. You hardly get time for any leisure activity.

 7. Mr Das is the head of Globus Software. He was formerly with Infosys.

 8. There was not much point in hurrying. We were already late.

 9. 'Sorry, I completely forgot your birthday,' Srilata said apologetically.

 10. Mr Haldar did his work calmly amid all the hubbub.

B. UNDERLINE THE ADVERBS IN THESE SENTENCES AND WRITE THEIR TYPES. IF A SENTENCE HAS NO ADVERB, WRITE NA.

 1. The restaurant is mostly full on the weekend. (Adverb of Degree)

 2. Please turn up the volume of the TV, Grandma said. (Adverb of Place/Direction)

 3. The rabbit ran up the stairs and hid under the sofa. (Adverb of Place/Direction)

 4. 'Sam, your friends are waiting outside,' Mother said. (Adverb of Place)

 5. I almost fainted when I saw a giant black bear in front of me. (Adverb of Degree)

 6. Some guests took offence as they were asked to wait outside the venue. (Adverb of Place)

 7. Farida is such a mischievous girl! (NA)

 8. Father took off his coat and kept it on the chair. (Adverb of Place/Direction)

 9. 'You remind me a little of my younger self,' the professor said to me. (Adverb of Degree)

 10. The ball bounced off the table and hit the opposite wall. (Adverb of Place/Direction)

 11. We were tired and soon came out of the pool. (Adverb of Time, Adverb of Place)

 12. Tim judged the situation well and quickly left the place. (Adverb of Manner, Adverb of Manner)

C. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH SUITABLE FORMS OF THE ADVERBS GIVEN IN BRACKETS.

 1. We had to wait longer than we had expected. (long)

 2. The sooner we begin the earlier we will finish. (soon, early)

 3. We have almost made up our mind. We will likely go to Gokarna. (likely)

 4. Vipul talks the least but thinks the most. (little, much)

 5. Worryingly, the team performed worse than we had expected. (bad)

 6. The function ended later than the scheduled time. (late)

D. USE THESE WORDS IN SENTENCES OF YOUR OWN, FIRST AS ADJECTIVES, THEN AS ADVERBS.

 1. early a. (adjective) We caught an early train. b. (adverb) She arrived early for the meeting.

 2. late a. (adjective) The late delivery caused a problem. b. (adverb) He always arrives late.

 3. little a. (adjective) A little bird told me the secret. b. (adverb) She slept little last night.

 4. long a. (adjective) It was a long journey. b. (adverb) How long will you stay?

E. FORM ADVERBS FROM THESE ADJECTIVES.

 1. soft -> softly

 2. comfortable -> comfortably

 3. merry -> merrily

 4. late -> late (same form)

 5. ready -> readily

 6. fast -> fast (same form)

 7. noisy -> noisily

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Test Paper 1

A. COMPLETE THESE SENTENCES BY USING THE APPROPRIATE FORMS OF THE VERBS GIVEN IN BRACKETS.

 1. Have you read the book The Arabian Nights?

 2. I heard a strange noise coming from the bus.

 3. She borrowed my favourite pen and a pencil.

 4. Urmi forgot her house keys in my car yesterday.

 5. My neighbours have gone to Italy for the summer.

 6. You misunderstood me. I meant you no harm.

 7. He should have known that his father would be angry at him.

 8. He slept late last night because he was studying for his exam.

B. IDENTIFY THE VERBS IN THESE SENTENCES AND WRITE WHETHER THEY ARE TRANSITIVE OR INTRANSITIVE.

 1. It rained heavily last evening. (Intransitive)

 2. I slept on the sofa. (Intransitive)

 3. They roamed around the city. (Intransitive)

 4. The guest rang the bell. (Transitive)

 5. He recognized her at once. (Transitive)

 6. Dhara gave her a friendship bracelet. (Transitive)

 7. She laughed loudly. (Intransitive)

 8. He is an acclaimed singer. (Intransitive)

 9. The cat chased the mouse around the house. (Transitive)

 10. Gaurav lost his favourite pair of socks. (Transitive)

C. UNDERLINE THE FINITE VERBS AND CIRCLE THE NON-FINITE VERBS IN THESE SENTENCES.

 1. Raj wants (to find) a good job.

 2. He does not like (to do) anything.

 3. The teacher allowed us (to leave) early.

 4. They were excited (to hear) the news.

 5. We enjoy (drinking) hot chocolate in the winter.

 6. I went to Patna (to stay) with my relatives.

 7. I saw the dogs (play) in the garden.

 8. I like (to read) graphic novels.

D. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH CAN, COULD, MAY, MIGHT OR MUST.

 1. It looks like it might/may snow today.

 2. One must drive carefully to avoid accidents.

 3. He can understand several languages, but he cannot speak them.

 4. Rida said that I could borrow her clothes whenever I wanted.

 5. Could/Can you show me the way to the nearest bus stop?

 6. May all your dreams and wishes come true!

 7. Harish may/might come to see you in the evening.

 8. The government must take prompt action to control air pollution.

E. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH APPROPRIATE FORMS OF THE VERB. CHOOSE THE ANSWERS FROM THE OPTIONS GIVEN IN BRACKETS.

 1. Are the scissors in the drawer? (is/are)

 2. Neither Reema nor Nirali has the right skills for the job. (have/has)

 3. No food or water was given to the travellers, even though they were waiting for hours. (was/were)

 4. There were ten cookies in that box. Now there is only one left. (was/were) (is/are)

 5. Either Viren's friends or Viren has to be responsible for this. (have/has)

 6. Oil and water do not mix. (do/does)

F. CHOOSE THE CORRECT PRONOUNS FROM THE OPTIONS GIVEN IN BRACKETS.

 1. The red shirt is mine while the blue one is hers. (my/mine) (her/hers)

 2. That was when I first came to know about this house. (that/this)

 3. Whom have the selectors appointed the team's captain? (whom/whose)

 4. She is often not sure about herself. (himself/herself)

G. REWRITE THESE SENTENCES CORRECTLY.

 1. Kabir is feeling better today.

 2. Dipesh is more optimistic than Sahir.

 3. Geeta is the oldest of the three siblings.

 4. The campsite is farther/further than I had thought.

 5. Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps.

 6. It was the most perfect day for a boat trip. (or: It was a perfect day for a boat trip.)

H. UNDERLINE THE ADVERBS IN THESE SENTENCES AND WRITE WHAT TYPE EACH OF THEM BELONGS TO.

 1. He rarely eats non-vegetarian food. (Adverb of Frequency)

 2. The sculpture is intricately crafted. (Adverb of Manner)

 3. Your friend Nikhil is waiting outside. (Adverb of Place)

 4. We reached home late last night. (Adverb of Time)

 5. They resolved the issue quickly. (Adverb of Manner)

 6. We narrowly missed the target. (Adverb of Degree)