Question

Transform the sentences as directed:
(a) He came (sweep) the steps. (Use To-Infinitive)
(b) (read) improves the mind. (Use Gerund)
(c) Sakuni defeated the Pandavas (clever). (Use Adverb)
(d) He picked up the (tear) pieces of paper. (Use Past Participle)

Hint:

Always identify the required grammatical form—infinitive, gerund, adverb, or participle—before transforming a sentence.

Answer 1

Step 1: Sentence (a) — To-Infinitive.
The base verb “sweep” is changed into the to-infinitive form “to sweep” to show purpose.
Step 2: Sentence (b) — Gerund.
The verb “read” is changed into its gerund form “reading,” which functions as a noun.
Step 3: Sentence (c) — Adverb.
The adjective “clever” is changed into the adverb “cleverly” to describe how the action was done.
Step 4: Sentence (d) — Past Participle.
The verb “tear” is changed into its past participle form “torn” to describe the state of the paper.
Step 5: Conclusion.
Each sentence is correctly transformed by using the required grammatical form.