Worksheet 34
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Phrases
A. Rewrite the sentences replacing the adjectives and adverbs in italics with
adjective and adverb phrases respectively.
1. She wore a silk saree and a silver necklace, and everyone said that she carried
herself beautifully.
2. It was a terrifying story narrated interestingly by the author at the book-reading
session.
3. Think carefully, and try not to rush immediately into doing something. Hasty
decisions are never good.
4. Birju Maharaj is a professional Kathak dancer. He dances gracefully.
5. Amrita Pritam wrote such soulful poetry.
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6. His condition needs constant medical help. He falls ill frequently.
7. Shabana Azmi is quite elegant and she acts effortlessly.
8. Put the mud-stained clothes in the washing machine and wear a clean shirt.
B. Underline the noun phrases in these sentences.
1. Debapriya hated staying alone in the big house.
2. Have you ever tried ordering medicine online?
3. The doctor prescribed a strong medicine for the viral fever.
4. The sudden turn of events surprised me.
5. The storm uprooted many trees in the locality.
6. Eight hours of sleep is absolutely necessary for a healthy body.
7. Do you know the designer’s name?
C. Complete the sentences with suitable noun phrases.
1. Mother promised .
2. covered the sky.
3. He will never do .
4. Have you ever seen ?
5. is quite an interesting read.
6. has medicinal properties.
7. She loved .
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D. Identify the italicized words as noun, adjective or adverb phrases.
1. The nurse looks after the patients with care.
2. I love getting wet in the rain, but my sister likes staying away from it.
3. Romi danced for a while with the boy in the blue checkered shirt.
4. All the children at the orphanage hoped to get nice presents.
5. Cameron saw the sunset from the beach and then continued her walk.
6. My
grandfather is a man of few words. He loves to read quietly in his library on
the third floor.
7. Joining a chess club would increase your concentration.
8. With great skill and precision, the sculptor carved the statues.
9. She crafted the letter in a swift manner.
10. The decorations in the restaurant impressed me.
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