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1. 1.

   Combine each set of sentences into one simple sentence by using participles.

   1. The players felt tired. They sat down to take rest.
   2. Robin was driving his bike. He saw an injured man on the road.
   3. Mary had her breakfast. She got ready for school.
   4. The criminals were overpowered. They surrendered.
   5. Akram went to Chennai. He wished to consult a doctor.
   6. The hunter raised his gun. He shot the tiger.
   7. We ran at top speed. We got out of breath.
   8. I wished to see my friend. I sent for her.
   9. She was charmed by the painting. She bought it.
   10. The children saw a mad dog. They fled.
2. 2.

   Combine each set of sentences into one simple sentences by using prepositions with nouns or gerunds.

   1. It rained heavily. The streets were flooded.
   2. He is dejected. He is still hopeful.
   3. I went to Goa. I went to attend a seminar.
   4. She was down with fever. She was, therefore, unable to attend her classes.
   5. We must support him. Otherwise he will lose the election.
   6. The old man is wealthy. He is still discontented.
   7. Her uncle died. She heard the news. She rushed to her home.
   8. The girl wanted to do some job. Her father was opposed to this.
   9. The actor was ill. The people heard of it. They rushed to the actor's house.
   10. Damini got a great honour. She saved the lives of many people.
3. 3.

   Combine each set of sentences into one simple sentence by using absolute phrases.

   1. The play was over. We went back home.
   2. It was very hot. She did not go out for a walk.
   3. The people were fed up with the government. They showed their resentment.
   4. The holidays are at an end. The students have to return to the hostel.
   5. The sun rose. The fog disappeared.
   6. My friends arrived. I was very happy.
   7. The agreement was cancelled. It was faulty.
   8. There is no proof of your guilt. You are acquitted.
   9. Our team won thee match. The principal declared tomorrow a holiday.
   10. The post was vacant. She applied for the post.
4. 4.

   Combine each set of sentences into one simple sentence by using adverbs or adverbial phrases.

   1. Mohit spent all his money. That was foolish.
   2. He visited Shimla. He did so for reasons of health.
   3. We escaped unhurt. It was lucky.
   4. The house was found open. It looked rather suspicious.
   5. Nobody tasted the poisoned food. This was lucky.
   6. His friend died yesterday. His death was untimely.
   7. The leader lost the election. It was expected.
   8. This project must be done. The cost does not count.
   9. I shall be back. It shall not be long.
   10. The man was obstinate. He refused to make any compromise.
5. 5.

   Combine each set of sentences into one simple sentence by using infinitives.

   1. He has a large estate. He must look after it.
   2. This farmer is very rich. He can easily buy a big car.
   3. The box was very heavy. We could not lift it.
   4. The situation grew worse day by day. The administration is therefore worried.
   5. Every citizen should  do his / her duty. Our country expects this of every citizen.
   6. He should become an IAS officer. His father wishes this of him.
   7. He did not invest all his savings in one concern. He was prudent.
   8. Your teachers will hear of your success. They will be delighted.
   9. She works very hard. She wants to be independent.
   10. The students cannot prepare for the variety programme. They have no time.
6. 6.

   Combine each set of sentences into one simple sentence by using adjectives.

   1. I see movies. The movies are interesting.
   2. Kalidas wrote many plays. The plays were wonderful.
   3. We met a leader. The leader was very bold.
   4. He was fined for some reason. The reason was unknown.
   5. There was once a man. The man had a monkey's paw.
   6. A dog came to drink water. The water was fresh. The dog was thirsty.
   7. the businessman had a son. The businessman was greedy. His son was  loving.
   8. She told us a story. The story was rather funny.
   9. The Discovery channel shows programmes. The programmes are informative.
   10. She lost her scooter. The scooter was brand new.