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1. 1.

   Convert the following simple sentences into compound ones.

   1. Seeing the policeman, the thief took to his heels.
   2. He was given a reward for his bravery.
   3. You must run fast to avoid missing the train.
   4. He joined the navy at a very young age.
   5. He was dismissed for his dishonesty.
   6. Besides calling me names, he also insulted me.
   7. Owing to high fever she did not attent the school.
   8. But for the good cate of the doctors, the patient would have died.
   9. The accident took place due to the carelessness of the driver.
   10. For all his wealth, he is unhappy.
2. 2.

   Rewrite the following sentences changing them from compound to simple.

   1. He was confused, and so he could not give the correct answers.
   2. He was down with fever and therefore he was not able to attend school.
   3. We went to Shimla in the summer vacation and had a good time there.
   4. I called at his house but he was not there.
   5. Trust in God and do the right.
   6. You must apologise, or you will be dismissed.
   7. Run fast otherwise you will miss the train.
   8. Mend it or end it.
   9. You must either pay the rent or vacate the house.
   10. The sun set and the birds returned to their nests.
3. 3.

   Change the following simple sentences into complex ones, each containing a noun clause.

   1. The news of the railway disaster newar Kolkata filled every hearer with gloom.
   2. The magistrate declared the accused to be guilty.
   3. He is confident of his success.
   4. One man's meat is another man's poison.
   5. It is foolish to study at the cost of one's health.
   6. He asked me for the loan of a book.
4. 4.

   Change the following simple sentences into complex ones, each containing an adjective clause.

   1. A rolling stone rathers no moss.
   2. Thundering clouds seldom rain.
   3. He is not a man of his word.
   4. Do you know the way leading to the station.
   5. A friend in need is a friend indeed.
   6. There is none to disputemy right over the land.
   7. It was calm before the storm.
5. 5.

   Change the following simple sentences into complex ones, each with an adverb clause.

   1. I was astonished to see him laughing at the old man.
   2. Having reached the class, the teacher started to test the boys.
   3. They were given a warm welcome everywhere.
   4. To the great surprise of the public, the bank was closed down.
   5. He is generous enough to help the poor.
   6. I had reached the station before the arrival of the train.
6. 6.

   Change the following complex sentences into simple sentences.

   1. The people believed what he said.
   2. I do not know why he has come today.
   3. Whether you succeed or fail depends on how much you work.
   4. I cannot make out what he means.
   5. When you have finished your work you can go out.
   6. I know the man about whom you were talking.
   7. A soon as he saw the policeman he took to his heels.
   8. He words hard in order that he may get scholarship.