Question

SET 2: Q. 1B NON-TEXTUAL GRAMMAR (4 Marks)
Q. 1 B1 Do as directed/ Transformation of the sentences.
Choose correct alternative to transform the sentence into a simple sentence.
1. I know that he has stolen the necklace.
a. I know he stole the necklace.
b. I know him to have stolen the necklace.
c. I know him to be a thief of the necklace.
d. I know him as he stole the necklace.​

Answer 1

The correct alternative to change the sentence into simple sentence is:

a. I know he stole the necklace.

What is a simple sentence?

• In the field of English grammar, we can describe a simple sentence as a kind of sentence which contain an independent clause that reflects complete meaning.
• The sentence 'I know he stole the necklace' shows an independent clause and hence is the correct option.
• Other options are not correct as none other options shows a single independent clause.

Answer 2

Explanation:

a. I know he stole the necklace.