10. Split the following sentences:
(a) They postponed their visit as the programme was called off.
Ans: (i) The programme was called off.
(ii) They postponed their visit.
(b) Having fought the battle, he returned victorious.
Ans: (i) He fought the battle.
(ii) He returned victorious.
(c) He poured some water into the glass and drank it.
Ans: (i) He poured some water into the glass.
(ii) He drank the water.
(d) He was afraid lest he be proved guilty.
Ans: (i) He was afraid.
(ii) He was afraid to be proved guilty.
11. Join the following pairs of sentences into a single sentence:
(a) He is wise. He is brave.
Ans: He is wise and brave.
(b) My grandfather lives in a big house. The house is by the river.
Ans: My grandfather lives in a big house that is by the river.
(c) I got a new book. I felt happy.
Ans: I felt happy because I got a new book.
(d) Muskan is sick. She could not attend the function.
Ans: Muskan could not attend the function because he was sick.
12. Suppose you are the Secretary of a club which has decided to open a library.
Write a notice (within 100 words) to the members of your club inviting them to actively join this programme by donating books for the library.
NOTICE
Date: [Insert Date]
Opening of Club Library – Book Donation Drive
We are happy to announce that our club has decided to open a library for the benefit of all members. To make this initiative a success, we request all members to actively participate by donating books in good condition. Both fiction and non-fiction books are welcome.
Please drop your contributions at the club office between 10 AM and 5 PM by [Insert Deadline Date]. Your support will help us build a rich and useful collection.
Secretary
[Name of the Club]