Question

The question was
The tree was cut down ruthlessly.( Begin they).
so can I write
They had cut down the tree ruthlessly.
?​

Answer 1

Yes, you can write, "They had cut down the tree ruthlessly".

Explanation:

• Sometimes instructions are given to change the given sentences in English grammar.

• As we are directed to start the sentence with "they", the meaning of the sentence should remain the same.

• When we start the sentence with "they" it can be turned into negative or positive or vice verse.

• The punctuation should be kept in mind as improper use of punctuation can change the meaning of the sentence.