Question

Re-write the following sentences according to the instructions given after each. Make other
changes that may be necessary, but do not change the meaning of each sentence. [8]
I have never seen such a mess (Begin with never)
He had hardly sat down to rest when someone knocked on the door. (Begin with hardly)
It is not compulsory that you should attempt all questions. (Rewrite using need not)
You ar
are obliged to obey your parents. (Rewrite using 'Ought to')
It is necessary for him to attend the meeting. (Rewrite using Must)
Gandhi is one of the greatest men of the world. (Change into Positive Degree)
As soon as she heard the news, she fainted. (Use No sooner.....than)
:) I had hardly closed my eyes when the telephone rang. (Begin with Hardly).​

Answer 1

Answer:

1) Never have I seen such a mess

2) hardly did he sit down when someone knocked on the door

3) You are Ought to obey your parents

4) He must attend the meeting

5) One of the greatest men in the world is Gandhi

6) No sooner she heard the news than she fainted

7) Hardly had I closed my eyes than the telephone rang.