Class 8

English Grammar

Exercise 1: Change the following active voice sentences into passive voice:
1. The teacher teaches the students.
2. They built a new house.
3. She will sing a song.
4. The chef cooked a delicious meal.
5. The company has developed a new product.
Exercise 2: Rewrite the following sentences in passive voice:
1. The cat chased the mouse.
2. He has completed the assignment.
3. They are repairing the car.
4. The gardener is planting flowers.
5. She will bake a cake.

Change the following from direct to indirect speech.

1. “I go to school by bus,” said Rita.

2. Sheeba said, ” Mother, I am very sleepy.”
3. “When do you return from work?” said John to Mr. Brown.
4. “I have to go to Hannah’s party.” said Rita to her mother.
5. Mala said, ” I can see a butterfly.”
6. “There is a traffic jam on South Street.” Mrs Jain said to Mr Jain.
7. “I can see a big ship sailing on the sea.” the sailor said to Captain.
8. “Where is my cat?” said Mrs. Nair.
9. “I have a pet cat called Furry.” said Richard.
10. Ali said, “I am not feeling well.”