Download It is the lecture notes of general english in easy language and more Lecture notes English Language in PDF only on Docsity! Exercise 1 – Transformation of Simple Sentences into Compound Sentences Read through the following simple sentences and transform them into compound sentences by using appropriate coordinating conjunctions. 1. Following the trail, we reached our destination. 2. Being sick, I went to the doctor. 3. In spite of the rain, the children went out to play. 4. Having handed over the flowers to my mom, I hugged her. 5. In the event of you not reaching in time, we will postpone the operation. 6. Despite the train being late, Preetha waited for the train. 7. On account of the new rules and regulations, we were asked to work for an extended period. 8. On seeing his mom, the little boy ran to her. 9. I was too tired to do any more work. 10. In order to reduce weight, Anjali has to eat a balanced diet. Exercise 2 – Transformation of Simple Sentences to Complex Sentences Go through the following simple sentences and transform them into complex sentences by using suitable subordinating conjunctions. 1. Because of the rain, we decided to stay back home. 2. To finish your project in time, you should start now. 3. Besides being a good doctor, Sheena is a great artist. 4. Despite several obstacles, Aaron made it to the end. 5. On seeing the bride, all her friends were moved to tears. 6. Without accepting your mistakes, you will not be able to move forward in life. 7. It is too soon to determine the outcome. 8. Stretching itself, the cat crawled into a comfortable position on the couch. 9. Owing to the lack of financial resources, the construction work will not be complete within the said time. . 10. In spite of trying multiple times, she could not clear the forty-fifth level. Exercise 3 – Transformation of Compound Sentences to Complex Sentences Check out the following compound sentences and convert them into complex sentences by replacing the coordinating conjunction with the most appropriate subordinating conjunction. 1. I finished my homework and went out to play with my friends. 2. It was very cold, so I wore a sweater. 3. Harold is not keeping well, yet he helps his sister out with the household chores. 4. You must practise well, or you will not be able to perform well. 5. It was cloudy, therefore we went by car. 6. My bike was out of petrol, so I had to go to the nearest petrol station. 7. Naina was very ill, therefore we had to take Naina to the hospital. 8. Rahul worked at the grocery store and studied French at the college as well. 9. You must follow the traffic rules or you will be punished. 10. The bell rang and at once the students assembled on the ground according to their sports houses. Exercise 4 – Transformation of Sentences as Directed Go through the following sentences and transform them as directed. 1. If you don’t leave now, you will get caught in the rain. (Change into a simple sentence) 2. Though we were not sure if we could finish it, we volunteered to help them. (Change into a compound sentence) 3. Not only did Leslie work on his assignment but also helped me finish mine. (Change into a compound sentence)
