R.K.MALIKS NEWTON CLASSES JEE (MAIN & ADV.), MEDICAL + BOARD, NDA, IX & X UNIT -3 8. Prepositions A preposition is @ word that shows the relation between a noun, or a pronoun or some words in a there isa book on the table I shall come back within two hours There isa big tree in front of his house Considering the quality, the price is high. In sentence 1, on shows the relation between a table ind a book. In sentence 2, within shows the relation between two hours and coming back. In sentence 3, in front of shows the relation between his house and 4tree. In sentence 4. considering shows the relation between the price and the quality Kinds of Prepositions here are four kinds of Prepositions. Simple Prepositions A, by, on, off, to, with, up, out, through, til, for Compound Prepositions About before, behind, below, inside, within, without above, along, between, among, around, Phrase Prepositions these Prepositions are group of words used with the force of a single preposition: according to, in place of, with a view to, in order to, for the sake of, by Virtue of, in comparison to, in front of, in iew of Participle Prepositions Some words which are Present Participles of verbs are used absolute attach ‘without any noun or pronoun being to them. They are treated as prepositions. Barring, regarding. Several words are Adverbs and sometimes as prepositions. To be a Preposition, it must govern a noun or a pronoun, otherwise it will be an Adverb, concerning, considering, pending, used. sometimes Adverb could not write before. Preposition wrote to him day before yesterday He has gone out. Ishe out of station ? Thave not met him since, Ihave not gone to office since Monday. the wheel came off He fell off the bicycle Ann on SAAT eet Prepositions with modes of transport We use by + noun when we talk about means of transport. We go by train (not by the trainy/by a train) We use by bicycle, by car/taxi/bus/train, by boal ship plane, by air sea T reached there on my bicycle Deepak will go om the 8,30 bus, We went there in Mr. Sens car Our friends came ima tai We use on to mean specific bicycle, bus, train, ship or plane, See sentence 1,2 We use in to mean a specific car, taxi, van, lorry oF ambulance. See sentence 3 and 4 To walk to some place, we use on foot not by foot. He goes to school on foot. (he walks to school) Now we will learn the uses of some very useful Prepositions which we very often use in our daily life while we speak or write English, Uses of in, on and at We use it before (@)_ season: in summer, in winter (b) year: in 1992, in 2007. (© month: in April in October (@) partofthe day: in the morning, in the afternoon. We use on before (a) day: on Monday, on Wednesday. (b) date: on the 29th of October. (© day + part of a day; on Tuesday morning, on Monday night. (€) date: on the 29th of October, Weuse at before (@) festival: at Durga Puja, at Diwal (6) point of time: at noon, at midnight, a 6 p.m. (© meal time: at lunch, at dinner, t supper (@) indefinite period: at night, at dawn Uses of i and within In means at the end of They will hours). Withis They will be back within two hours (before the back iar two hours (at the end of two -ans before the end of. expiry of two hours). pura - 110034Uses of Since and For denotes point of time (when anaction started). For suggests period of time (how long). Thave been susfering since 7th July. Thave been sulfering for 4 days, Uses of Between and Among Between is generally used with reference to. two persons or things. Among is usually used with reference to more than two persons or things. The passage between the two houses is narrow. Distribute the sweets among the class VIII students, Uses of Beside and Besides Beside means by the side ofor not related to, whereas besides means in addition to the baby sleeps beside its mother, (by the side of) What you said is beside the topic. (not related to) Besides shelter, he gave me food, Words Followed by Prepositions The following Nouns take the Preposition for after them, Use them in sentences Affection, ambition, anxiety, apology, appetite, aptitude, capacity, compassion, compensation, desire fitness, fondness, liking, need, pity, reputation the following Nouns take with after them. Use them in sentences, Acquaintance, comparison, enmity, intimacy, relation, The following Nouns take the Preposition of after them, Use them in sentences Abhorrence, assurance, experience, failure, proof, resull, want The following Nouns take the Preposition to after them. Use them in sentences. Access, alternative, antidote, attention, dislike, enmity, exception, indifference, key 10, limit, obedience, objection, reference he following Verbs take the Preposition ¢o after them, Use them in sentences. Adapt, allot, appoint, attend, belong, contribute lead, listen, object, prefer, refer. The following Verbs take the Preposition from after them, Use them in sentences. Abstain, alight, derive, diffe, emerge, escape, prevent, protect, recover, refrain. he following Verbs take the Preposition of after them, Use them in sentences, Beware, boast, complain, de, dispose, dream, repent, taste. Address :- 177 Rajdhani Encl AAA e The following Verbs take the Preposition for after them, Use them in sentences. Care, feel, hope, mourn, wish, yearn The following Verbs take the Preposition in after them, Use them in sentences. Delight, excel, fll, glory, increase, indulge, persist. The following Verbs take the Preposition on after them, Use them in sentences. Comment, decide, depend, encroach, impose, insist, submit. ‘The Verbs discuss, order and stress are transitive and therefore they are not followed by prepositions. Let us discuss the topic (not discuss about a topic) We ordered books (not ordered for books) While teaching, the teacher stressed the point (not stress on a point) Certain words require Prepositions followed by a Gerund. (@) He isaddicted to gambling, (not: to gamble) (6) Weare averse to playing cards. (© 1am bent on becoming a schol, (@) Gitais confident of securing the first prize. (©) Tam fond of reading poems. (0) ‘The practice of cramming is not advisable. (@ Meis tired of writing leters, (h) She refrained from hurting his feelings. (He isan expert at inventing stories But sometimes both constructions are possible. Tam affaid of telling the truth. Tam afraid to tell the truth She gota chanee of meeting me. She got a chance (On the other hand, certain words always take the infinitive after them, I declined to elaborate They expect to meet their dear He hopes to get the first prize. Mother advised ime to desist from the attempt Prepositions are sometimes wrongly inserted where they are not requited, Where has he been to ? (fois not required) His youngest son is a boy of about ten years old, (of is not required) Pe eer eat - 110034 classes.netPractice Exercise-I 1. Fillin the blanks with suitable prepositions. 1. ‘The children shouted (i) they saw him. He helped them (i) their plaything (i) them, taught them to fly kites and shoot marbles and told them long stories (v) (@ @in (©) © with (© @by @ Gof 2. Anthony got () joy, whenever hosts Gi) with Gi) from Gv) into (ii) by (ii) with (ii) off Gin Gv)into ii) about Gv) for (ii) about Gv) for the bus but there was no seat vacant (ji) Thim. He looked here and there and sat (i) the bonnet. The driver did not like it and shouted (iv) Anthony. @ Gin (ii) above (iv) into ©) © with Gi) off Gv) about (©) G) upon (iv) onto (® Wat (ion Gl) upon (iv) over 3, Success (i) smn life depends (i) health. We can keep our bodies fit (i) keeping ourselves clean, We should not cultivate the bad habit (iv) smoking, drinking et (@ (ot (ii) into Gi) in (0) @ about (ii) onto Gi) upto (0 @for Gi from Gi) by Gv) through (O@ of Gidagainst i) off (iv) with 4. My brother was arriving (i) the Grand Trunk Express. I went (ji) the railway 1 waited (ii) him for a long time. But the train did not arrive ww) itbecame dark (®) @on Gi) upon O@a — Gon Gi over (ii for (i) over (il) on good Gi off Gi on station (0 recvive him. (it over (iv) by (iit Gi) into (©) upon (4) (about (on Gi off (ii) after (iv) for Gi) before (iv) beside I. Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions. 1. “The teacher caught him (a) ‘gavea slap (b) his face (6) a mischief (€) the class (a) @by () (at the ear. Healso making (i) with (ii) from (iv) above iin (iv)around (i) of iv) for (iii) behind (ivy beyond you (ii) this point that the earth revolves (i) the sun Which shines (iv) iv? (to with () (by Gon (©) (round (i) about (@) (on (iupon_ (ili) above I know Mr. Mehta (i) name and not Gi. face, He holds a high post (it) ‘American Embassy (iv) England. @) (i) with Gi) from (iv) of (b) (D through (ii) by Gis) with (iv) at () (at Gabove Gii)in (iv) under (4) (D beyond (i) across (ii) on (iv) in - A little giel was playing (i) .. a ball iy the courtyard. The ball bounced high and hit the vase lying (ii) the window sill and shattered it (iy) pieces. (@) (by — Gi) with —GiiJon () (Dat Gii)across ii) in (©) (under (ii) above _ Gi) at (2 (@into (iin (i) by (i) of (4) (i) above How can I agree (i) (iin (ii) on it) at (ii) above Gat (iv) over (iv) under Gv) over (ivyat (ivyaround (ivyon (iv) from Practice Exercise-II I. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions: Mr. Sharma enquired . Dr. Azad acceded He was allowed ‘my progress. his request speak poetry . . thirty members the participated Bach, the members was asked AY snnnnnne is debts, Mr. Mehra put the chair the discussion, his hat and sat 7. He proposed. los the matter personally BU not 177 Rajdhani Encl Petar 8. Mr Archana Ruhela advised them not be jealous be jealous their own success. 9. Miss. Manju Do da hailed family judges. ‘other's progress but a well todo land was diferent than the two brothers, 10. ‘Their quarrel the quarrel IL Insert suitable prepositions where necessary: 1. Parting all his belonging Roni parted “Ayodhya. 2 the beginning Kaikayee quarrelled throne Bharat but accepted his mistake Near Rani Bagh Pi re mpura - 110034Ram refrained hankering. kingdom and expressed his gratitude to mother doing him such a favour J. He desired the prosperity and well being his fellow citizens. 5. He spoke aan accustomed way but citizens. carly morning Ram had been preparing his departure for the forests, Ram, Sita and Lakshman also sat Hanuman the chariot People burst tears as their beloved Ram, who was their choice jun the throne, He was sentenced stay U1 years forests. They were much shocked the news that Sita ji will also walk Ram, They heartily sympathised cursed the queen motherly love Ram. Ram and disposing Practice Exercise-Ill Fill in the blanks with suitable Prepositions: 1. I shall be on holiday tomorrow. 2. Thave three other coals this 3. Come and sit me. haven't written to him last Monday. Kolkata is diferent Mumbai 5. He died overwork, Ravi is married va cousin of mine Tee-cream is made silk . Students sat the table to take down ). Tired travellers rested sininnn & tee + He didn't agres my proposal We are prepared to say it his face ‘When do you intend leaving home? You must cut your expenditure You should engage @ nUESe t0 100K wns rnnme YOUF ailing mother. You should not keep your friend, He was brought by his uncle, She takes great pride mistake never making @ 19. She had a good reason being angry. 20, All those in favour raise their hands vw the motion please IL, Fill with appropriate preposit 1. This a long time (a) saw my friend He is living (6) his parents (c) the neighbouring town. I propose talking to him @ the telephone, Please don't compare him (2) my brother. My brother is much superior (b) him, You will be sure (c) this if you see them together. You can depend @ my word. He has agreed (a) my request. I shall meet him (b) the evening, I cannot tell you anything (c) then. You should wait @ 1a few hours more. This house was superior (a) all others had a small kitchen, a garden (b) the back and (c) front. It looked beautiful So I agreed (d) the demand of the proprietor. The teacher looked (a) forbade me (b) enter the classroom, He suspected me (€) onan the mischief done @ some other students, angrily and Practice Exercise-IV . Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositio |= Raju killed the snake son St, . He lives Rameshwaram, Rice is selling five rupees a kilo His car ran a dog. . He assured to stand me in all circumstances. Twill stand He put a coat of red colour: for my rights, his riches, He is proud Address :- 177 Rajdhani Encl: 9. He lives Mumba 10, In general, acids act metals, 11. Raj was beaten by Mohan for no 12. He sat round, 13, He fell the tree an axe. 14. An epidemic broke last year 15, called in the town her from a distant place. Near Rani Bagh Pitampura - 110034 Perot cnt s1, Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions: 1. He finished the work 2. [took hi Mahesh is now rid four hours, a thief all his troubles He sat me 5. He agreed my plan The cat ran the mouse He died He fell They were walking art failure the bed. the road. the pathway my desire ). He rushed | He acted according We did it you - Anil goes to office Look the picture, . He ran the room and sat his fath IML. Correct the sentences: |. You cannot prevent me to go to the market She refrains to do this work. T insisted him to attend the class 1. He has a passion to learn English grammar. She is negligent to attend the meetings. 5. She persisted to write again, He is bent to fight again Lam confident to win the match, . He succeeded to pass the examination this time. Tam proud to have a friend like Ram, I cannot hinder her to enter the temple She is desirous to leave the place Raman was disqualified to compete in this 1. I cannot think to oppose him, He was prohibited to enter the temple. You should abstain to drink now. He intends to go to Bhopal Its very difficult to dissuade him to go there 1. He is fortunate to get a ticket Tam hopeful to achieve success She was misbehaviour . She neither objected nor approved of it Ram has no interest or passion for cricket. J. We must prevent damage and theft of public property. BU not - 177 Rajdhani Encl AAA e Please listen and reflect on this topic afterwards. He asked from her a silly question, The police investigated into the case, Ram resembles to his father She resigned from her post. Ram signed to the agreement The poet described about the nature, She must love to her children, We have discussed on the merits of the issue In this article the author has described about poverty She criticised upon my action without logic in the blanks with appropriate prepositions: Morning walk is beneficial health, You are not eligible this post T find no exception this rule of She has a great passion natural beauty You are very much weak mathematics Suitable reward is an important incentive hard work Lam sick the whole episode. He insisted complaining against the officer You are to conform the rules of the institute Your views don't accord mine. She comes: a very noble family His path is beset ‘many difficulties, You are addicted gambling, Your scheme is adverse my career, The court has restored the property its true owner. ‘V1. Fillin the blanks with appropriate prepositions: Bois cbr bal Troe iad This is subsequent dated 5th July. This is consequent dated 5th July Lam fond ry application your application reading the newspaper: You have made all preparations the marriage. Tam proud my heritage He is a descendant king, Thave no trust him, She has distrust - 110034. 1 feel shame 2. God will provide 5. Ram is sitting Please sit 1. He has a car 5. will go to school ~ L haver't seen her her conduct Tam much ashamed my son. ‘We must provide bad days. our necessities, It is expected solution you to find the |. Such a rude behaviour was not expected Tam disappointed you Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions: She jumped the wel There was no student the class the kitchen, J. He lives Delhi Please close your office positively 9.30 pm 5. She goes for a walk the morning daily He is the top, the green chair The dog jumped the cat She is sitting the roof The letter was written Shyam, . He wrote a letter a pen A banyan tree stands the Yamuna next Monday. T haven't seen her the last three days. January. She turned pale fear T know Hind, Punjabi. ANSWER KEY Practice Exercise-1 L (a) with (b) in . (a) into (b) for . (a)in (b) on (a) by (b) to - (a) by (b) on (a) with, (b) on (a) by (b) by (a) with (b) in TA en ont etn ts nt Put ‘for’ or ‘during’ or ‘while’ in the blanks: What did Ram say about me was out of the room? Rahim read a number of books and magazines he was il, I went out for dinner Tast night. Unfortunately, I began to feel ill had to go home the meal and Please don't interrupt me Tam speaking. There were many interruptions the Chairmanis speech. Can you lay the table dinner ready? I get the they hadn't had anything to eat they were travelling Manisha was very angry with me. She didn't speak to me a week We usually go out at weekend, but we dont often g0 ou the week. Kamlesh started a new job a few weeks ago. Before that he was out of work six months. Inced a change. think I'l go away a few days, the Chairman delivered a long speech, He spoke three hours. We were hungry when we came. We hadnt had anything to ea the journey We were hungry when we came, We hadn't had anything to eat eight hours, We met a lot of people on holiday. We met a lot of people our holiday. [met Manisha | was shopping. we were in Agra, we stayed at a very comfortable hotel (6 for (@) about (on @a (by @ of (0) for (@) before (© for (@in (©) round (@) above (a (@)in (©) above (2) into pura - 110034Practice Exercise-II L Lof to 3.10, on | Over of, in 5. oft off on, in to into 8. to, of, to for from, of 10. over, from, between with, from In, over, For, over 3. from, after, for 4, for, of 5. in, at Since, For, or 7. Besides, in 8. into, to, to, for, in 9. as, along with 10. with, for, of, for Practice Exercise-III 11. from 2, besides. beside 4, sinee 5. from 6. from 20 from 9. on under 1. © 12. at for 14, of 5. after 16, off 17. up for 19. for . of 1, (@) since, (b) with in (@) on 2. (@) with 0) 0 about @) on 3. (a) 16 (b) in ) (2) for @t0 () at ) @to (a) at ()t0 ) (@ by Practice Exercise-IV witht . 4, over up 9. in up . with 14, out in : 3. of 4, beside to alter of 8. upon, off 9. alonglon into to 12. for 13. by 14, at into, heside You cannot prevent me from going to the market. She refrains from doing this work. insisted him on attending the class He has a passion for learning English grammar, She is negligent in attending the meeting She persisted in writing again. He is bent on fighting again, Tam confident of winning the match, He succeeded in passing the examination this time. Tam proud of having a friend like Ram. I cannot hinder her from entering the temple, She is desirous of leaving the place. Raman was disqualified from competing in this tournament I cannot think of opposing him He was prohibited from entering the temple. You should abstain from drinking now He intends on going to Bhopal Its very difficult to dissuade him from going there. 177 Rajdhani En Nore Gah Pitampura - 110034 www.newtonclasse:vin UL. 16, L 6 rt 16. He is fortunate in getting a ticket. Tam hopeful of achieving success. ¢ was neither ashamed of nor sorry for her misbehaviour. She neither objected to nor approved of it Ram has no interest in or passion for cricket We must prevent damage to and theft of public property. Please listen to and reflect on this topic afterwards, He asked her a silly question ‘The police investigated the case. Ram resembles his father. She resigned her post. Ram signed the agreement, The poet described the nature She must love her children, ‘We have discussed the merits of the issue In this article, the author has described poverty. She criticised my action without logic. to 2. for 7. of with to to 2. upon 3. of of in of at against . 3. of . from into 2 in in at in infat on ‘upon by with beside I. besides for since with besides while while Daring while 5. during while while for during for for for during for 5. while during while while Tien NC enn eae ee LA) DACP tC ccmi (ad9. Connectors Read the following sentences: L She came to me anu spoke against her tenant Choose a watch or a dock Tt was a case of a miser and his money Did you know that she was a player? He will pass if he works hard. I cannot see how she can win, Allheitalicised wordsarecalled Conjunctionsbecause they join together words and sometimes sentences. In sentences 1 and 2, the Conjunetions and and ar join together the clauses that are independent of each other, ie, are of equal rank. Such Conjunctions are called Coordinating Conjunctions. Note: Sentence 2 means ‘Choose watch or ‘choose a clock’ (two clauses) Insentences 4,5 and 6, the Conjunctions that, fand show join clauses of unequal rank. One is the main or independent clause, the other isa clause depending oon of limiting the main clause, Such Conjunctions are called Subordinating Conjunctions. Coordinating Conjunctions Coordinating conjunctions are of four kinds, 1 Cumulative or Copulative-By these Conjunctions ‘one statement or facts simply added to another, as, ‘And~Trust in God and do the righ Both... and-He was both fined and imprisoned. As well as-He as well a his brother is intelligent. Less than-He no less thar his brother is guilty. Not only... but also-He was not only fined but also expelled Alternative or Disjunetive-By these Conjunctions aan alternative or choice is offered between one statement and another Either...or-Lither he is mac or he feigns madness. Neither...nor-Neither a borrower nor a lender be. (Or-She must weep or she will die Otherwise, else-Work hard, else (or otherwise) you will not pass Adversative-These ‘opposition or contrast between two statements; But Conjunctions express Hes slow but he is steady Still, yet-He is very rich, still (or yet) he is not contented, Address :- 177 Rajdhani Encl www.newt Bois cbr bal Torte iad Nevertheless-Hle had no chance of success nevertheless he persevered. Whereas, while-Wise men love virtue, whereas (or white) fools shun it Only-You may stay in the room, only make no Ilative-By these Conjunctions one statement or fact is inferred or proved from another ‘Therefore-tle was found stealing; and therefore he was arrested, So, Consequently-He did not work, so (or consequent) he failed For-le will pas, for he works very hard Subordinating Conjunctions Time I would die before I lid. Wait ill (or until) I return. Many things have happened here since you left Make hay while the sun shines ause or Reason Tove her because she is beautiful [returned home after the sun had se. Let us go to bed as itis twelve Result or Consequence She wept so much that she fell il [il go there since you desire it Purpose ‘We eat that we may live. He works hard that he may pass. Condition Lill dismiss you if you are late again, agree to these terms provided you agree to mine He ran as i he had been shot. Concession or Contrast Abook isa book, although there is nothing in it He isan honest man although he is poor He is not contented though he is very rich He will never pass, however hard he may try Comparison He is as clever as I fam], Tike her as much as you [1 ike you}. He likes me no less than you [he likes youl, He is more intelligent than you [are]. - 110034Ill. Correlative Conjunctions Certain Conjunetions are often used in pairs; these are called Correlative Conjunctions. Most common are 1. Bither... or He is either a rogue ora fool Either he is mistaken or his mother Neither... nor He was neither gay nor sad He is nether a rogue nor a foo. ‘Though... yet Though He slay me, yet Twill trust in Him, Though he is poor, yet he is contented. Both... and He isboth a poet and a philosopher. ‘We both loved and honoured her. Such... as There is no such country as you mention, She is not such a woman as you admire Such... that Such was his love for her that he sacrificed even his life for her sake. So, as..a8 He isnot so rich as you think. Itisas clear asthe sun As 80) AAs you sow, so shall you reap. As the child is, s0 isthe man, Sou. that He was so tired that he could not walk any Farther He was so honest that nothing would tempt him to take the bribe Scarcely... when He had scarcely recovered from fever when he caught a bad cold, He had scarcely reached the station when it began torain Not only... but also He is not only a priest but also a doctor. He is not only honest but sincere also, He visited not only Mumbai but also Pune Not only does he speak well but he writes wel also No sooner... than No sooner did the bell ring than the boys left the class, No sooner had she heard the news than she started of No sooner does he arrive than he begins to work. Practice Exercise-I lin the blanks with suitable conjunctions: ‘You will catch the train you run fast Your purse your life [ came out I saw him running He his parents are well-educated. I shall be glad you ever call on me. Iisa month hae left this city. She reads for late hours through, 8 I asked her to the market. she would accompany me He ran he stumbled, You are not your brother. Ihe old man is blind deat Teant say he will come not Itooks You are tall its going to rain your brother is short. Neither a lender a borrower be Practice Exercise-Il Fill in the blanks with suitable conjunctions: 1. We wrote several letters to the Directors of education () however (ii) whereas there was no response. i) sal Gi) yet Leon AAA e Bois cbr bal Troe iad 2. I wassit feeling well 1 consulted the doctor. (as (i) but Gi) so (iv) and - 110034He has made two spelling mistakes the teacher has not deducted any marks () and (it) however (ii) but (iv) though There were no buses __the drivers wore on strike (wy They advertised on television _ ales might improve. u. his lock will not open you use a code number. (unless (i) or Gi it iv) but Well accept your application should fulfl all the conditions (unless i) provided (it) as (iv) but T have committed no crime nothing to fear (therefore (Gi) whether (because ii) so Gi) but (ii) so that (iv) as Gv) if itis an old car, it doesn’t need much Always look both ways the road. (i) although (as repair (though Gi) on Gy if (i) when, (iv) but as the bell rang, the children rushed Do you mind _ out (and (ii) when dy if __ L use your phone? (i) but i) if _____ he worried for us, () asif i) because (i) and Gv) if Your journey can be comfortable () assoonas (ii) oF Ait) as tf He behaved __ 3. Anew telephone exchange has started funetioning ew connections are not being released. (or (it) but ii) sul (iv) and does he pay the rent oes he vacate the house seats reserved in advance (ii) although () evenif (Gi) only if (iv) unless A sincere person creates goodwill he goes. (even (ii) whether (i) either..or (ii) either.nor (ii) and..it (iv) if.and (i) wherever Ge) if Three coaches got derailed () because Gio it The driver doesn't start the train there is a red signal, (soon (ii) therefore (ia) but (iv) astong as Gi) as iv) but ANSWER KEY Practice Exercise-1 Lif 2. of 3. when 4, as well as 5.if 7. $0, that 12. if, or 6. since 11, both, and 8. whether: 9. s0, that 14, but 10. as/so, as 13, as iffas though 15. Nor Practice Exercise-tI Lo 6. Gi) (i) 16. (i) 2. Gil) 7.0) 12. Gi) 17. (ii) 40 9. (i) 14. (ii) 19.) TA en ont Near Rani Bagh Pitampura - 110034 DACP tC ccmi (ad10. Determiners These are words which identify the noun in some way. Practice Exercise-I 1. Fillin the blanks with ‘a; ‘an’ or ‘the’ She bought book and inkpat Kantais tallest of them all He narrated interesting story all books were ying at sixes and sevens Tam student of Kurukshetra University farmers are ploughing their fields She had umbrella in her hand, This is useful book, 1. Fill in the blanks with suitable Determines (Demonstrative/Possessive Adjectives): brother is very intelligent grapes are sweet and juicy team could not score and goal He has broken slate ‘The rays ofthe sun fallon flowers 6. Would you like to have penor : 7. His father is a teacher and father is a doctor 8 Are there any girls in class ? U1, Fill in the blanks with suitable Determiners: L. How money do you want? 2 Uumbrellt issn useful thing. - He asked me for money, but I didn’t have book you want is not with me, ‘more one has ‘more one wants, She is Asian by birth, not European 7. How milk do you buy daily? Have you complaint against me? Thave already spent few rupees [had ). He lay unconscious for hour and half One goes to university to receive education, 7. Complete the following sentences using suitable determiners: |. Sarlacalls on me . ‘This book is mine but . Will you show me J. Itisa pity that He came to see me after Ierained India wants peace in ‘There are shady trees on There iso Practice Exercise-II Fill in the blanks in the following using appropriate determiners 1. Waiting for (a) bus is (6) everyday experience for all of us in cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai ete, ‘The common people travel by bus only because iti () Ann on cheapest mode of transport, People stand in @ queue for hours together for a bus. I was going to Rishikesh. On (a) way I met (b) European. He was the disciple of © Indian religious gura who has been living in (d) ashram near (@) mpura - 110034 www.newtonclasse:Ganga for the last two years, ‘The European was going to spend (9) days with his guru, Last month, we went to see (a) Book Fair with our teacher. We bought (b) DOOKS (€) wns mnnns Of them were story books, while @ others were of General Knowledge. National Look at (a) rman wearing (b) red shirt. His father is (0) @ wontan in a blue saree in his wile, engineer @ ‘man who is wearing a white cap ‘my neighbour. (b) wile is (©) doctor. His father is (dl) MP There was (a) accident near (b) market this morning. A ear hit a bicycle and ‘man on (A) bicyele was There was a knock at my door. When I opened @) door, I saw (b) with (6) tool bag in his hand, T didn't allow him to enter (4) room as T had never seen hitn earlier @) doctor told him that drugs are ) harmful for (o) ealth, He should keep (4) distance from them: his very easy to acquire a bad habit, (a) as eating too many sweets oF too (b) food, or drinking too much fluid of (©) kind, or smoking. The more we do (d) thing, the more we tend to Like it ANSWER KEY Practice Exercise-1 ro my : this this, that is that Much 7 The, any much a Once a weak 2. that book is hers 3. some frocks ‘many girls have failed in the examination last week 8, every corner of the world any sugar in the pot. Ann on Pee rooney It was (a) . (a) educated person should know how clear and readable letter. Everyone has ime and problem of writing to write to write business letters of (b) may have to face (c) @ important letters. 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