Modal (exercise)-1


Q) Fill in the blanks with following modals.
 (May, might, should, could, can, must, would, has to, have to, had to)
                                     
.Exerciseà1

1)                              We -----be hardworking.
2)                              -------- You like to take a cup of tea?
3)                              ---------You drive the car?
4)                              ----------You live long!
5)                              It------be cold today.

Exercise à 2

1)                              I ------like to see the fair.
2)                              He-----be very rude?
3)                              We-----reach school in time.
4)                              I was late. I -----take a taxi
5)                              The information -----be wrong.


Exerciseà 3

1)                              You -----not smoke and spoil your life.
2)                              ------I take your notebook?
3)                              We-----observe traffic rules.
4)                              He-----lift 20 kg weight.
5)                              We------finish our work in 2 hours as time was less.

Exerciseà 4

1)                              I-----bring the pen for you.
2)                              You-----complete your homework.
3)                              Principal was strict. We -----wear tie.
4)                              It-----rain today.
5)                              He is rich. He -----help me in need.

Exerciseà5

1)                              We eat that we-----live.
2)                              I-----like to take cold rink.
3)                              He is intelligent. We-----follow him.
4)                              One-----keep the metro station clean
5)                              -----You prosper in your life!

for further practice see modal exercise--2

Answers

Exerciseà1

1)                              Should.
2)                              Would
3)                              Can.
4)                              May.
5)                              May.
Exerciseà2

1)                              Would.
2)                              Can.
3)                              Should.
4)                              Have to.
5)                              May.

Exerciseà3

1)                              Should.
2)                              May.
3)                              Must.
4)                              Can.
5)                              Have to.

Exerciseà4

1)                              Would.
2)                              Should.
3)                              Had to.
4)                              May.
5)                              Can.

Exerciseà5

1)                              May.
2)                              Would.
3)                              Should.
4)                              Should.
5)                              May.

Translation--6


Before doing these exercises you would like to read Importance of translation


Q)     Translate following sentences into your mother language.

Exerciseà1

1.      He laughs best who laughs last.
2.      They never die who die for their nation.
3.      Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.
4.      Times which is lost is lost forever.
5.      All is well that ends wells.
6.      They watched television at bed time.
7.      You can sit wherever you like.
8.      The hell is where evil is.
9.      Walk carefully lest you should fall down.
10.  As you saw, so shall you reap.

Exerciseà2

11.  God is omnipresent.
12.  Rose smells sweet.
13.  I do not know his whereabouts.
14.  The hunter chased the dear.
15.  Heavy rain flooded the town.
16.  He is not sturdy but he is healthy.
17.  She gets wet in rain.
18.  He proceeded for a long leave on account of ill health.
19.  He completed the assignment in spite of lack of time.
20.  He is at home in English.

Exerciseà3

21.  We decided to go to Delhi at the eleventh hour.
22.  My house is at stone’s throw from the school.
23.  All cry against him but nobody has the courage to bell the cat.
24.  India can progress leaps& bounds if we work together.
25.  The servant must carry out the orders of his master
26.  Please carry on your work).
27.  He comes of a rich family.
28.  To win a scholarship is not a child’s play
29.  All his efforts to get first class in exam ended in smoke.
30.  An intelligent boy always gets through an exam.

Exerciseà4

31.  You should give up smoking.
32.  The roof  gave way after a heavy rain
33.  The cm gave away prizes to the sportsman.
34.  He threw himself heart and soul into work.
35.  There are no hard and fast rules in English Grammar.
36.  He had a hair breadth escape in car accident.
37.  Honesty pays in the long run.
38.  I am in a fix and want your help.
39.  Everybody loves his kith kin.
40.  A Youngman should keep pace with the changing times.

Exerciseà5

41.  The rich should not look down upon the poor.
42.  The poor can not make both ends meet these days.
43.  One should nip the evil in the bud.
44.  Youth is only a nine days wonder.
45.  Bribery is the order of the day.
46.  He visited our house off and on.
47.  He is very cunning; beware of his oil tongue.
48.  He insulted me and I paid him in same coin by slapping him.
49.  The 26th Jan is a red letter day in Indian history.
50.  The news of Pt.Nehru `s  deadth spread like wild fire.



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For translation exercises on paragraphs see

Translation--5

Before doing these exercises you would like to read Importance of translation


Q)     Translate following sentences into your mother language.

Exerciseà1

1.      A little knowledge is a dangerous thing.
2.      I have taken my meal.
3.      The judge sentenced the prisoner to be hanged.
4.      The officer appears pleased.
5.      He appears comic.
6.      She looks pleased.
7.      Tree looks   dry.
8.      Sun looks shining.
9.      You look sad.
10.  Fifty rupees is not a big sum.

Exerciseà2

11.  Slow and steady wins the race.
12.  The hustle and bustle of the fair does not attract me.
13.  The din and noise of the city disturbs me.
14.  The earth revolves round the earth.
15.  The sun sets in the east.
16.  You have not learnt your lesson by heart.
17.  I am getting late.
18.  It was getting hot.
19.  All desire wealth but a few acquire it.
20.  To speak the truth is a virtue.

Exerciseà3

21.  To err is human.
22.  The procession  is about to enter the city.
23.  A burnt child dreads the fire.
24.  Eating is essential for life.
25.  He is tired of talking.
26.  Plucking flowers is prohibited.
27.   Parting is always sad.
28.  The loaded gun went off.
29.  He is mentally prepared to face what is in store for them in future.
30.  I am not much acquainted with him.

Exerciseà4

31.  The storm wrecked the ship.
32.  He can break the previous record.
33.  Juggler shows the interesting feats.
34.  The rope dance amused the spectators.
35.  He gave alms to the beggar.
36.  He treaded a muddy path.
37.  Nobody likes ill tempered man.
38.  He is a versatile author.
39.  The longest day fell in June.
40.  She will be here in no time.

Exerciseà5

41.  Hard work is the key to success.
42.  Union is strength.
43.  Thinking good thoughts makes a good man.
44.  He tried to resolve the issue.
45.  Roaming about in the street is not good.
46.  The wicked man liked to put people into trouble.
47.  She was going to his place of work /living.
48.  A man becomes what he thinks.
49.  Life is what we make it.

translation paragraphs--2


Before doing these exercises you would like to read Importance of translation


Q)    Translate following paragraphs into your mother language.


Exercise--1


  We must do exercise to keep our body and mind fit. As a student one has to acquire lots of new knowledge on variety of subjects daily. This needs physical and mental soundness. Only a healthy body contains healthy mind. We can join gym, do yoga, walking, jogging or swimming. By doing exercise our heart beat increases and body temperature goes up. This cleanses the body and relaxes the mind. It also reduces our stress. Exercise increases our efficiency in all works and reduces our chances of falling ill. It improves our immunity. It also improves many mental capabilities like concentration, penetration, memorizing and recalling. So, exercise is the must for students.      

Exercise--2

  I closed my book and lied on the sofa. It was very comfortable. I took a deep breath. It seems as if air was passing through my head right at the place where I was feeling stress. It was cool. I breathed deeply once more. Same feeling again. It was great. I closed my eyes and tried to focus on my breath. With every inhale, fresh air entered into the head and sucked the stress out with every exhale. After some breaths I felt very light and fresh. My mind was very calm. I opened eyes. Clock was ticking. Second-hand was moving -  thung-thung-thung. This time sound was louder and clearer. It has engaged all my attention. I could see the second-hand moving slowly. When it struck – thung , I felt a bang in my heart. I started enjoying the rhythm. Slowly I closed eyes. I didn’t know when I fell asleep.

Exercise--3

Teachers are the most valuable persons of any society. They are the most respected persons also. Teachers give direction to students. They not only impart education to them but also built their character. This is an act of nation building. I want to contribute in this mission. I want to acquire all qualities of a good teacher. I would like to work in rural area. I have decided to devote my whole life to empower students through education.



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For translation exercises on sentences see


translation paragraphs--1


Before doing these exercises you would like to read Importance of translation


Q)    Translate following paragraphs into your mother language.

Exercise—1

Our English teacher Mr. Sharma started the program by welcoming chief guest, the education minister of Delhi, and others. After this vice principal put his thoughts on education system. He emphasized the need for value based education. After this came the main part. Principal Sir discussed the result of this year. He congratulated toppers of all classes. He informed that our school also won awards in many extra curriculum activities. He invited the chief guest to distribute prizes among winners. Chief Guest also addressed the audience. He praised the performance of our school.

Exercise--2

Last year I changed my school because my old school was a primary school. I got admission in KGIL Public School in VIth class. On my first day in school, I reached on time. School was grand .There was much cleanliness .Students were gathering for prayer
I   reached in my class with the help of a teacher. After payer class began. Teachers were
Very polite and good. Standard of education was high. There was good discipline. In the recess I went in canteen. It was very hygienic. I made friends very quickly. I learnt many new things on that day. It was a nice experience.
I was very impressed with my new school. Memory of that day is still fresh in my mind. I can not forget that day.

Exercise--3

This is the general problem of all colonies in the city. But we are facing it a bit extra. There are two nalas (open sewers) in our colony- One on the eastern border and another passing through middle of the colony. Most of the time these are choked and over- flown. One can feel bad smell in the air all the time.
As if it is not enough, there is a MCD ‘garden’ in our colony which is turning into garbage dumping ground. Garbage from nearby colonies is also collected here. This garbage spreads on the roads by carrying vehicles. During rainy season this becomes a real hell. An epidemic can break anytime. This is the shear carelessness of the municipal corporation.

Guided Paragraph/verbal stimuli--2


Q) Write paragraph in about 80 words using hints given in the questions. You can add your own ideas also.


Exercise--1

Polythene…..very common everywhere …..But an environmental hazard…..especially thinner than 5 micron …..non biodegradable can’t be burnt …..Poisonous fume produced …..pollute land and water…..dangerous for stray animals …..Say no to polythene.

Exercise--2

City life…..full of stress…..all in hurry…..running to school, offices, shops…..no patience …..Quarrel, on pity issues …..Increasing crime…..mental disease…..emotional breakdown ……distance in relationships. We need peace of mind …..Find time to relax and mediate.

Exercise--3

Electricity…..demand increasing……both in rural  and urban area…..supply limited…..coal reserves decreasing…..need alternative sources …..hydel power the most important …..use of solar energy –one solution …..renewable sources needed.

Exercise--4

Ultimate source of energy –sun…..in food…..in coal and petroleum…..in wind…..in flowing water…..in waves…..in electricity. Must learn to harness this energy.

Exercise--5

Internet …..Many users…..email…..sms…..chatting …..gather- information…..jobs…..adverstiment…..sale/purchase…..online courses…….submitting bills etc. 2 billion people on internet daily.

Guided Paragraph/verbal stimuli--1

Q) Write paragraph in about 80 words using hints given in the questions. You can add your own ideas also.

Exercise—1

Mahatma Gandhi …..Born-2nd Oct 1869.average student in childhood……..hesitate in speaking. Higher education …..London. For work….S.Africa. Moved by…..problems of poor….. Making of mahatma.

Exercise--2

Honesty…..best policy. Honest to ..Ourself…..others…..study…..work. Bring…..success…..peace…..prosperity….. Respect.

Exercise--3

India….land of festival…..Festival related to……religion…..season…..historical event…..culture. Bring in life…..joy…..togetherness….. Costly…..Pollution.

Exercise--4

Water…..vital element……scarcity. Reasons… .Pollution…..population …..misuse…..climate change etc. Fight/war for water among…..people ……states…..countries. Need to save every drop.

Exercise--5

Climate change …..International problem. Global warming…..due to pollution…..burning of hydrocarbon…..CO2, methane gas etc. Melting of ice …..Pole, mountain peak. Rising sea level …..People at sea coast in danger.

for further practice see (guided paragraphs--2)

Translation--4


Before doing these exercises you would like to read Importance of translation


Q)    Translate following sentences into your mother language.

Exercise – 1

1.      Who is reciting the poem?
2.      Kamala recites a poem in annual function.
3.      I received my parcel.
4.      I received your letter recently
5.      She received me warmly at the station.
6.      They treated as well.
7.      He was more hospitable.
8.      He felt homesick after 3 days.
9.      Indian Ocean lies in the south of Indian.
10.   Himalayas lies in the north of India.

Exercise – 2

11.  He worked hard but in vain.
12.  Fox tried hard to get grapes but in vain.
13.  Boys tried their best to break the bundle of wood but in vain.
14.  He made friend with a crocodile.
15.  He plays harmonium and violin, beats drum.
16.  Premchand was a man of letters.
17.  India has plenty of birds.
18.  Ritesh deals in stationary.
19.  Trader deals in garments.
20.  It is the root cause of the problem.

Exercise – 3

21.  Principal addressed the students.
22.  Passengers bound for different destination reached at the station.
23.  Petrol is obtained from petroleum.
24.  Do not board a moving bus.
25.  Prevention is better than cure.
26.  The wisdom of Birbal is well known.
27.  My mother is a woman of a few words.
28.  Nehru was a man of honour.
29.  Nikhil is a man of great courage.
30.  Diwali is celebrated with great pomp and show.

Exercise – 4

31.  His mother did not have a wink of sleep.
32.  Borrowed garment never fit well.
33.  People who shirk work are not liked by me.
34.  Work hard lest you should fail.
35.  Corn grows in plenty in Punjab.
36.  In the Himalayan Terai, there are many valuable woods.
37.  Love your friends but do not hate your enemies.
38.  Boys and girls, men and woman, children and grown ups all went to the fair.
39.  Silver is a precious metal.
40.  Wheat is eaten all over the country.

Exercise – 5

41.  Rice is the staple food of Bengal.
42.  The Ganga is a sacred river.
43.  The leader should learn to govern.
44.  She hurt herself.
45.  They harm themselves.
46.  She herself opened the door.
47.  We ourselves confessed our guilt.
48.  Milk in the pot is not enough.
49.  I saw the fight with my own eyes.

Translation--3

Before doing these exercises you would like to read Importance of translation

Q)    Translate following sentences into your mother language.

Exercise --1

1.      I am very thankful that you considered my case.
2.      Teacher is considering postponing the exam.
3.      I earnestly considered your case, but I can not pass you.
4.      I deeply considered about my future and decided to study more from today.
5.      He considered about condition of poor with full sympathy.
6.      Principal said that it was her considered decision and she can not change it.
7.      Sudha takes plenty of fruit daily.
8.      It was her favorite toy. She did not want to part with it.
9.      A friend in need is friend indeed.
10.  An umbrella keeps off the rain.

Exercise --2

11.  Policeman is expected to protect the life and property of the people.
12.  At cross roads, he regulates traffic and avoids accident.
13.  Cool breeze of the morning is very refreshing.
14.  Trader had large sum of money in his bag.
15.  In rain, merchant was drenched from head to toe.
16.  Gun did not go off due to technical fault.
17.  I am the best singer nobody can beat me on this score.
18.  Rita seems happy.
19.  You seem worried.
20.  Truck struck against the bus. It was a head on collision.

Exercise --3

21.  We must drive safe.
22.  We must  observe traffic rules
23.  Spring season is the most delightful of all the seasons.
24.  He is a proud father.
25.  She speaks in a loud voice.
26.  Those pens are rare.
27.  Police caught dreaded criminals.
28.  Police handcuffed the criminal.
29.  Watching the movie, the boy felt amused.
30.  They went in search of food.

Exercise --4

31.  His son is studying abroad.
32.  The Tajmahal is a rare   monument.
33.  We boarded Rajdhani express for Mumbai.
34.  Heena boarded a Maharoli bound bus.
35.  Traveling by train is, indeed , a rare experience .
36.  I am looking forward to travel by this train.
37.  My birthday falls on 26th November.
38.  A   sentence may consist of one word or more than one word.
39.  A man of character is respected everywhere.
40.  In short, he is a hardworking.

Exercise --5

41.  In a nut shell, we must observe rules.
42.  He decided to give up the struggle.
43.  You should give up smoking.
44.  He was sad at heart.
45.  He makes up his mind to finish the work.
46.  He is a well –known doctor.
47.  All his dreams vanished in a moment.
48.  This job requires special training.
49.  Trees shed their leaves in autumn.