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GRAMMAR PRACTICE SET – ANSWERS
CBSE CLASS 11
Gap Filling – Tenses
Exercise 1 (Simple Present & Present Continuous)
1. She usually goes to the gym in the evening.
2. Look! The baby is sleeping peacefully.
3. I don’t like fast food.
4. We are playing cricket now.
5. Birds fly south in winter.
6. Why are you making so much noise?
7. My father reads the newspaper every morning.
8. Be quiet! The teacher is speaking.
9. Water boils at 100°C.
10. He is studying French these days.

Exercise 2 (Simple Past & Past Continuous)

1. I saw him yesterday at the market.
2. When I entered, they were watching a movie.
3. We visited Agra last year.
4. She was cooking dinner while I was setting the table.
5. Who opened the door?
6. At 7 o’clock yesterday, I was walking home.
7. While she was singing, her brother was playing the guitar.
8. He did not finish his work yesterday.
9. They were discussing politics when the phone rang.
10. I lived in Delhi when I was a child.

Exercise 3 (Present Perfect & Present Perfect Continuous)

1. She has already finished her homework.
2. We have been living here since 2015.
3. I have just met your cousin.
4. He has been working on this project for three months.
5. They have not seen each other lately.
6. How long have you been waiting here?
7. He has never eaten sushi before.
8. I have been learning Spanish for two years.
9. The students have completed their assignment.
10. She has been painting since morning.

Exercise 4 (Past Perfect & Past Perfect Continuous)

1. By the time we reached, the bus had left.
2. She had worked there for five years before she resigned.
3. They had finished the project before the deadline.
4. He had already started when I arrived.
5. The children had been playing for hours before their mother called them.
6. We had not completed the task when the bell rang.
7. After he had eaten, he went out for a walk.
8. I had been studying for two hours before my friend came.
9. She had never seen such a beautiful place before.
10. The patient had been waiting for an hour before the doctor arrived.

Exercise 5 (Future Tenses & Conditionals)

1. If it rains, we will stay at home.
2. She is going to London next week.
3. I think India will win the match.
4. Look at the clouds! It is going to rain.
5. The train leaves at 6 p.m. tomorrow.
6. We are celebrating his birthday next Saturday.
7. By next year, I will have completed my course.
8. Don’t worry, I will help you.
9. If you study hard, you will score well.
10. She is meeting her old friends tonight.

Gap Filling – Clauses (Answers in Full Sentences)

Exercise 1 (Time Clauses)
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1. Wait here until I come back.
2. She was reading while I was cooking.
3. I’ll call you when I reach home.
4. We had dinner before we watched TV.
5. He left the room as soon as she entered.
6. Don’t go out until it stops raining.
7. I haven’t seen her since we left school.
8. We started the meeting after the manager arrived.
9. I will not leave unless you allow me.
10. We were sleeping when the earthquake struck.

Exercise 2 (Cause & Effect)

1. He stayed at home because he was ill.
2. Although she was tired, she went on working.
3. The ground is wet because it rained last night.
4. I couldn’t attend the class because I was late.
5. We did not go out because it was snowing.
6. He was angry because she had lied.
7. I studied hard so that I could pass.
8. Although she was rich, she was not happy.
9. I didn’t join the trip because of lack of money.
10. He didn’t answer the phone because he was busy.

Exercise 3 (Contrast Clauses)

1. Although it was raining, they played football.
2. She is rich but unhappy.
3. Though tired, he kept working.
4. I like him although he is rude at times.
5. She went to the party despite feeling sick.
6. Despite his efforts, he failed.
7. He is tall but weak.
8. We continued our journey although it was late.
9. She failed although she worked hard.
10. He was present, but he was silent.

Exercise 4 (Purpose & Condition)

1. I spoke softly so that I would not wake the baby.
2. He left early to catch the train.
3. Keep studying so that you can pass.
4. Save money if you want to buy a car.
5. You won’t succeed unless you work hard.
6. You can stay here as long as you keep quiet.
7. If he calls, tell him I’m not at home.
8. She came so that she might help us.
9. We whispered so that the teacher wouldn’t hear.
10. You won’t get admission unless you qualify.

Exercise 5 (Relative Clauses)

1. The man who lives next door is a doctor.
2. This is the book that I bought yesterday.
3. The girl who won the prize is my cousin.
4. The car that broke down is mine.
5. I know the boy whose father is a lawyer.
6. That’s the place where we met.
7. I remember the day when we first met.
8. The woman whom you saw is my aunt.
9. The teacher who teaches us English is kind.
10. This is the pen with which I wrote the letter.

C. Re-ordering of Sentences
Exercise 1
1. I usually go to the library at weekends.
2. Look! It is raining outside.
3. Our school assembly starts at eight o’clock.
4. The teacher is explaining the concept now.
5. The dog never barks at strangers.
6. The bus leaves every morning at seven.
7. During the festival, we decorate our houses.
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8. I have not yet had breakfast.
9. We must attend the meeting today.
10. I have been waiting for you for a long time.
Exercise 2
1. By the time we arrived, the show had ended.
2. While she was cooking, I was setting the table.
3. As soon as we reached the station, the train left.
4. He finishes his homework before he plays football.
5. He stayed home because it was raining.
6. We spoke softly so that the baby would not wake.
7. Although she was unwell, she attended the class.
8. You must stay here until I return.
9. The city where I grew up is quiet.
10. The man who helped you yesterday is my neighbour.
Exercise 3
1. Why did you leave so early?
2. How does she go to the office every day?
3. He has not finished the report yet.
4. What were you doing when I called?
5. Where should we eat for lunch today?
6. My friend is never late.
7. Can you solve this problem quickly?
8. I didn’t go because I was not feeling well.
9. Has the train not arrived yet?
10. Whom did you invite to the event?
Exercise 4
1. No sooner had we started than it began to rain.
2. Hardly had he finished when the teacher asked another question.
3. Not only is she intelligent, but she is also hardworking.
4. Neither the manager nor the staff were informed.
5. Either you apologise or leave immediately.
6. The noise was so loud that we could not sleep.
7. Such was the storm that trees were uprooted.
8. Only after I read the letter did I understand the truth.
9. Scarcely had the sun set when the fog descended.
10. Should you need any help, please call me.
Exercise 5
1. The plan was approved by the committee.
2. He told us that he would arrive late.
3. Having finished the work, they left quickly.
4. The book which I bought last week is very interesting.
5. If you submit your assignment by Friday, it will be assessed.
6. He was too weak to walk alone.
7. We rarely see such dedication.
8. The key question is why the project is running behind schedule.
9. The new element was discovered by the scientist.
10. The principal asked the students to remain silent.

D. Transformation – Voice (Active ↔ Passive)

Exercise 1
1. A letter is written by her.
2. The room is being cleaned by them.
3. The work will be finished by him tomorrow.
4. The students were praised by the teacher.
5. A novel is being read by me.
6. The project has been completed by them.
7. Dinner was being cooked by her.
8. The problem had been solved by him.
9. A bridge will be built by them.
10. Songs are being sung by the children.
Exercise 2
1. My wallet was stolen.
2. The plants are watered by the gardener every morning.
3. The thief was arrested by the police.
4. The letter will be posted by me.
5. The wall is being painted by her.
6. I have been invited to the party.
7. By whom was this book written?
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8. A movie was being watched by them.
9. The road will be repaired by the workers.
10. An email is being written by him.
Exercise 3
1. A cake is being baked by my mother.
2. The homework had been completed by them before the teacher arrived.
3. The results will be announced by the manager tomorrow.
4. An apple is being eaten by the little boy.
5. English is spoken all over the world.
6. The parcel will be delivered by him.
7. By whom was the window broken?
8. Cricket was being played by them in the park.
9. The rules must be followed.
10. Arrangements are being made for the function.
Exercise 4
1. The letters were delivered by the postman.
2. A new product has been launched by the company.
3. The issue was being discussed.
4. The meeting will be organized by him.
5. The plants were being watered by her.
6. My watch has been stolen.
7. The winner will be announced soon.
8. The sums are being solved by the students.
9. The project had been completed on time.
10. The puzzle can be solved easily by her.
Exercise 5
1. A football match is being watched by them.
2. The lazy boy was punished by the teacher.
3. A speech will be delivered by her tomorrow.
4. He has been awarded a prize. / A prize has been awarded to him.
5. The car was being driven carefully by the driver.
6. Milk is used for making butter.
7. The work should be completed by him today.
8. The book will be published next year.
9. By whom is the door being knocked?
10. The exams are being written by the students.

E. Transformation – Reported Speech

Exercise 1 (Statements)
1. She said that she was tired.
2. He said that he had finished his homework.
3. They said that they were going to the park.
4. The teacher said that the Earth moves around the Sun.
5. He said that he had bought a new phone the previous day.
6. She said that she would call me the next day.
7. He said that he was reading a novel then.
8. They said that they had seen a movie the previous night.
9. She said that she could solve that problem.
10. He said that he might come to the party.
Exercise 2 (Yes/No)
1. She asked if I was hungry.
2. He asked whether she was coming with them.
3. The teacher asked if I had done my work.
4. He asked if I would help him.
5. She asked if I could sing that song.
6. He asked if I liked chocolates.
7. They asked if they were late.
8. He asked whether I had finished the test.
9. She asked whether the bus was arriving then.
10. He asked if he should open the window.
Exercise 3 (WH)
1. She asked where I lived.
2. He asked when the train would leave.
3. The teacher asked why I was late.
4. She asked who had written that poem.
5. He asked what I was doing.
6. They asked which my favourite subject was.
7. She asked how I had solved that question.
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8. He asked when I had met him.
9. The boy asked where his bag was.
10. She asked who was knocking at the door.
Exercise 4 (Commands/Requests)
1. She requested me to help her.
2. He told me not to make a noise.
3. The teacher told us to open our books.
4. Mother told us not to waste food.
5. He requested me to lend him my pen.
6. She told me to post that letter.
7. The doctor advised me to take that medicine regularly.
8. Father advised me to work hard for the exam.
9. He advised me not to tell lies.
10. The policeman ordered me to show him my license.
Exercise 5 (Mixed)
1. He said that he had been sleeping when I called.
2. She said that she would meet me the following week.
3. He asked if I understood his problem.
4. They said that they were leaving for Delhi that day.
5. She asked where I was going then.
6. He said that he couldn’t attend the party that night.
7. She requested me not to disturb her.
8. He asked when I had returned from school.
9. She said that she might buy a new dress the next day.
10. The teacher told us to be attentive in class.

F. Transformation – Simple / Complex / Compound

Exercise 1
1. Being tired, he went to bed.
2. Although she was ill, she attended the meeting.
3. As he was tired, he went to bed early.
4. Being ill, she could not attend the class.
5. Working hard, he succeeded.
6. She sang a song pleasing everyone.
7. Because he was honest, everyone respected him.
8. He studied hard so that he might/could pass the exam.
9. The boy was late, so he was punished.
10. Having completed his work, he went home.
Exercise 2
1. He left the room quietly so that he might not disturb others.
2. Running fast, she caught the bus.
3. I know the man standing there.
4. When the sun set, it grew dark.
5. He confessed to having stolen the money.
6. Although he is very rich, he is not happy.
7. He worked very hard so that he might win the prize.
8. She was sad, but she was hopeful.
9. Working hard, he passed.
10. The boy playing is my brother.
Exercise 3
1. He was poor, but he was honest.
2. Being late, he missed the bus.
3. Since he admitted his guilt, he was punished.
4. She wants to buy an expensive car.
5. He waited for his friend to come.
6. Although he is very weak, he is active.
7. Going to the market, she bought vegetables.
8. He worked hard to succeed.
9. He is clever, and he is hardworking.
10. He confessed his guilt.
Exercise 4
1. The boy was punished for telling lies.
2. She saw a wounded bird.
3. Although he was poor, he was honest.
4. Because the students made noise, the teacher became angry.
5. He worked hard so that he might pass the exam.
6. She is so weak that she cannot walk.
7. Although she worked hard, she failed.
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8. I saw a man who was carrying a basket.
9. Having finished his homework, he went to play.
10. Being ill, he could not attend the class.
Exercise 5
1. Although he is rich, he is unhappy.
2. I saw a girl who was dancing on the stage.
3. As he confessed his crime, he was punished.
4. On the teacher’s entering, the boy stood up.
5. He was so tired that he could not walk.
6. Although he is brave, he is also kind.
7. Having bought fruits, she distributed them.
8. Being ill, he was absent.
9. Although he is rich, he is not happy.
10. Working hard, he succeeded.

G. Transformation – Degree of Comparison

Exercise 1
1. No other peak in the world is as high as Mount Everest.
2. Riya is the most intelligent girl.
3. This is the longest road.
4. Virat is more talented than most other players.
5. His brother is not as tall as he is.
6. Very few novels are as interesting as this book.
7. Gold is the most precious metal.
8. The rose is the sweetest flower.
9. She is the most beautiful girl in the class.
10. India is larger than most other countries.
Exercise 2
1. Shakespeare is one of the greatest dramatists.
2. Everest is higher than any other mountain.
3. Very few persons are as kind as he is.
4. This is the tallest building in the city.
5. Iron is more useful than most other metals.
6. Her sister is not as wise as she is.
7. The Pacific is deeper than any other ocean.
8. Mumbai is the busiest city.
9. This school is better than most other schools in the district.
10. He is the most hardworking of all his classmates.
Exercise 3
1. No other boy in the class is as strong as Ram.
2. The cheetah is faster than most other animals.
3. She is the most polite of the two.
4. The Ganga is one of the longest rivers in India.
5. Tagore is one of the greatest poets.
6. Very few works of art are as fine as this painting.
7. Neha is more brilliant than any other student.
8. Diamond is the hardest substance.
9. That shop is not as cheap as this one.
10. Very few students in the class are as intelligent as he is.
Exercise 4
1. Iron is one of the most useful metals.
2. The Taj Mahal is more famous than any other monument.
3. No other question is as difficult as this.
4. Gandhi is more respected than most other leaders.
5. She is the most graceful dancer.
6. His car is not as fast as this car.
7. The Nile is longer than any other river in the world.
8. Independence Day is the most important day.
9. He is the most courageous of all his friends.
10. Very few buildings are as old as this temple.
Exercise 5
1. No other planet is as large as Jupiter.
2. Chandigarh is one of the cleanest cities.
3. This is the best pen.
4. Very few singers in India are as good as he is.
5. Rahul is faster than any other student.
6. Gold is one of the heaviest metals.
7. No other mountains in the world are as high as the Himalayas.
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8. She is the most generous among her friends.
9. This task is more difficult than most other tasks.
10. Mango is the sweetest fruit.

H. Transformation – Affirmative ↔ Negative

Exercise 1
1. He is not foolish.
2. She never tells lies.
3. They are not dishonest.
4. It is not uncertain that he will win.
5. He is not strong enough to run fast.
6. She is not a bad singer.
7. The box is not empty.
8. I have no friend better than he is.
9. She never comes late.
10. He is not poor.
Exercise 2
1. The boy is not foolish.
2. She is not ugly.
3. No other way is as good as this.
4. I never forget my teachers.
5. He is not doubtful of his success.
6. They are not too weak to lift the box.
7. He is not ashamed of his achievements.
8. She is never inactive.
9. The answer is not incorrect.
10. This problem is not difficult.
Exercise 3
1. I have no friend closer than he is.
2. This story is not boring.
3. The tea is not cool enough to drink.
4. He is not doubtful of his victory.
5. No other student in the class is as good as she is.
6. He is never idle.
7. They are not cowardly.
8. The house is not new.
9. I have no other brother.
10. She is not unkind.
Exercise 4
1. The task is not easy.
2. He is not hardworking enough to succeed.
3. The sky is not cloudy today.
4. She is not foolish.
5. No other match is as exciting as this.
6. She is never gloomy.
7. I have no relative closer than he is.
8. They are not poor.
9. The news is not false.
10. He is not tall enough to reach the shelf.
Exercise 5
1. The boy is not strong.
2. No other girl in the class is as pretty as she is.
3. He is not diffident.
4. No other way is as easy as this.
5. The glass is not empty.
6. He is never insincere.
7. The task is not difficult.
8. I have no friend dearer than she is.
9. He is not lazy.
10. No other book is as good as this.

I. Transformation – Combining
Exercise 1 (non-finites)
1. He took permission to go.
2. Having finished her homework, she went to play.
3. Seeing a snake, he ran away.
4. Feeling tired, I lay down to rest.
5. Working hard, he passed the exam. / He worked hard to pass the exam.
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6. Having made a mistake, the boy was punished.
7. Being late, she missed the bus.
8. The sun having set, we returned home.
9. Having completed his studies, he started a job.
10. Seeing the police, the thief escaped.
Exercise 2 (relatives)
1. I met a girl who is my cousin.
2. He bought a book which is very interesting.
3. The man who is standing there is my teacher.
4. I know the boy whose father is a doctor.
5. She saw a bird that was wounded.
6. This is the house where we once lived.
7. I know the time when the train will arrive.
8. The woman who helped me was very kind.
9. He is the player who scored the winning goal.
10. The car which belongs to my uncle is parked outside.
Exercise 3 (linkers)
1. Because he was ill, he did not go to school.
2. Although it was raining, they went out to play.
3. Although she was tired, she continued working.
4. Since he did not study, he failed the exam.
5. As soon as the bell rang, the students ran out.
6. Although he is rich, he is not happy.
7. The match was cancelled because it was raining heavily.
8. She worked hard so that she could succeed.
9. The story is interesting, but the ending is sad.
10. He was absent because he was ill.
Exercise 4 (mixed)
1. Being hungry, she ate something.
2. Being late, he ran fast.
3. I am grateful because she helped me.
4. I opened the window so that fresh air could come in.
5. Having solved the question, he was praised by everyone.
6. Being tired, the girl sat under a tree.
7. On hearing the news, I was very happy.
8. Because he did not practise, he failed.
9. Having lost her purse, she began to cry.
10. When the sun rose, the fog disappeared.
Exercise 5 (mixed)
1. This is the boy who won the prize.
2. Going to the market, he bought vegetables.
3. Because the farmer worked hard, he grew good crops.
4. As she was ill, she could not attend school.
5. Having climbed the tree, he plucked some mangoes.
6. The river is so deep that we cannot swim across.
7. I met a man who was very rich.
8. When the girl sang a song, everyone clapped.
9. Having finished my work, I went to the park.
10. The bus was so crowded that I could not get in.