SEE 2079 (2023)
Compulsory English
Reading and Writing
(Written Test)
RE – 101 ‘BP’
9. Reproduce the following sentences as indicated in the brackets. [6×1=6]
- Sita speaks English fluently. (Change into ‘how’ question.)
- I don’t understand it. (Change to affirmative)
- Mr. Singh said that the Sun rises in the east. (Change into direct speech)
- Let’s go to the movie ……..? (Supply correct tag.)
- Nobody knew the secret. (Change into passive.)
- Did you know why he (stay) here? (Put the verb ‘stay’ in the bracket in correct tense.)
Answers:
- How well does Sita speak English?
- I understand it.
- Mr. Singh said, “The Sun rises in the east.”
- Let’s go to the movie, shall we?
- The secret was not known by anybody.
- Did you know why he was staying here?
| *NOTE: Both sentences are grammatically correct, but they have different meanings:“Did you know why he was studying here?” This sentence asks if the person being addressed had knowledge of the reason or purpose behind his studying at that particular location in the past.”Did you know why he stayed here?” This sentence asks if the person being addressed had knowledge of the reason or purpose behind his decision to stay at that location in the past.So, the choice between the two sentences depends on what specific information you want to inquire about.However, for SEE, go with the PRESENT PARTICIPLE (was ___ing). |
