HSC - Grade 11 - English - Ch 01 - QA Shiksha Marg 108

Questions & Answers

Maharashtra State Board - Grade - 11

Subject: English

Chapter - 01 - Being Neighborly

Types of Questions

Meanings, Synonyms, Antonyms, Sentences

Tramping
Meaning: Walking heavily or noisily
Synonym: Stomping
Antonym: Tiptoeing
Sentence: Jo came tramping through the hall in her heavy boots.
Mischievous
Meaning: Causing or showing a fondness for causing trouble
Synonym: Naughty
Antonym: Well-behaved
Sentence: A mischievous twinkle shone in Jo’s eyes.
Sacque
Meaning: A short, loose-fitting coat or jacket
Synonym: Jacket
Antonym: Gown
Sentence: She wore an old sacque and a hood in the snow.
Pussy-cat
Meaning: A gentle or quiet person (metaphorically)
Synonym: Docile person
Antonym: Bold person
Sentence: “Not being a pussy-cat, I don’t like to doze by the fire,” said Jo.
Doze
Meaning: Sleep lightly
Synonym: Nap
Antonym: Awake
Sentence: Jo disliked to doze when there was adventure outside.
Enchanted
Meaning: Filled with delight; magical
Synonym: Magical
Antonym: Ordinary
Sentence: The mansion seemed like an enchanted palace to Jo.
Splendors
Meaning: Magnificent and splendid appearances
Synonym: Grandeur
Antonym: Simplicity
Sentence: The house was full of unseen splendors.
Wistfully
Meaning: With a feeling of vague or regretful longing
Synonym: Longingly
Antonym: Indifferently
Sentence: Laurie looked wistfully into their cheerful garden.
Frolicked
Meaning: Played and moved about cheerfully
Synonym: Romped
Antonym: Moped
Sentence: No children frolicked on the Laurence lawn.
Conservatory
Meaning: A greenhouse for growing plants
Synonym: Glasshouse
Antonym: Open garden
Sentence: The mansion had a beautiful glass conservatory.
Invalid
Meaning: Someone too sick to care for themselves
Synonym: Patient
Antonym: Healthy person
Sentence: Beth played nurse to her invalid dolls.
Betokening
Meaning: To be a sign of; to indicate
Synonym: Signifying
Antonym: Concealing
Sentence: The grand house betokened comfort and wealth.
Listless
Meaning: Lacking energy or enthusiasm
Synonym: Lethargic
Antonym: Energetic
Sentence: Laurie’s listless face brightened when he saw Jo.
Flourished
Meaning: Waved dramatically
Synonym: Brandished
Antonym: Drooped
Sentence: Jo flourished her broom at Laurie playfully.
Dismal
Meaning: Depressing; gloomy
Synonym: Dreary
Antonym: Cheerful
Sentence: “It’s a shame to be alone on such a dismal day,” said Jo.
Scandalizing
Meaning: Causing general public outrage
Synonym: Shocking
Antonym: Pleasing
Sentence: Jo enjoyed scandalizing her sister with her antics.
Sallied
Meaning: Set out briskly
Synonym: Marched
Antonym: Hesitated
Sentence: Jo sallied forth to visit the neighbor.
Beckoned
Meaning: Gestured to come nearer
Synonym: Signaled
Antonym: Ignored
Sentence: The maid beckoned Laurie to meet the doctor.
Bashfulness
Meaning: Shyness
Synonym: Timidity
Antonym: Boldness
Sentence: Laurie overcame his bashfulness thanks to Jo’s visit.
Sociable
Meaning: Friendly and outgoing
Synonym: Gregarious
Antonym: Reclusive
Sentence: The kittens made Laurie more sociable.
Blanc-mange
Meaning: A sweet milk-based dessert
Synonym: Milk pudding
Antonym: (No direct opposite)
Sentence: Meg had made some delicious blanc-mange for Laurie.
Garland
Meaning: A decorative wreath or string
Synonym: Lei
Antonym: (No direct opposite)
Sentence: Jo decorated the dish with a garland of flowers.
Cozy
Meaning: Comfortable and warm
Synonym: Snug
Antonym: Cold
Sentence: “What a cozy room this is!” exclaimed Jo.
Mantelpiece
Meaning: The shelf above a fireplace
Synonym: Chimney shelf
Antonym: (No direct opposite)
Sentence: Jo tidied up the books and bottles on the mantelpiece.
Whisked
Meaning: Moved quickly and lightly
Synonym: Darted
Antonym: Plodded
Sentence: Jo whisked the room into shape in minutes.
Beckoned
Meaning: Called or signaled to someone
Synonym: Summoned
Antonym: Repelled
Sentence: Jo beckoned Laurie back to the sofa.
Affectionately
Meaning: Showing love or tenderness
Synonym: Lovingly
Antonym: Coldly
Sentence: Jo looked affectionately at the books on the shelf.
Admiration
Meaning: Respect and warm approval
Synonym: Appreciation
Antonym: Disdain
Sentence: Laurie looked at Jo with admiration.
Pried
Meaning: Inquired unnecessarily
Synonym: Probed
Antonym: Respected privacy
Sentence: Laurie stopped himself before he pried too much.
Revelled
Meaning: Took great pleasure
Synonym: Relished
Antonym: Disliked
Sentence: Jo revelled in her aunt’s huge library.
Woo
Meaning: Try to gain love or favor
Synonym: Court
Antonym: Ignore
Sentence: An old gentleman came once to woo Aunt March.
Tweaked
Meaning: Pulled sharply
Synonym: Pinched
Antonym: Smoothed
Sentence: Poll the parrot tweaked the visitor’s wig.
Elated
Meaning: Overjoyed
Synonym: Delighted
Antonym: Miserable
Sentence: Jo was elated with Laurie’s laughter.
Delight
Meaning: Great pleasure
Synonym: Joy
Antonym: Displeasure
Sentence: It was a delight to find Laurie loved books too.
Perched
Meaning: Sat lightly or unsteadily
Synonym: Rested
Antonym: Slumped
Sentence: Laurie perched on a table opposite Jo.
Toss
Meaning: Throw lightly
Synonym: Fling
Antonym: Catch
Sentence: “I’m not afraid of anything,” said Jo with a toss of her head.
Mercy
Meaning: Expression of surprise or compassion
Synonym: Goodness
Antonym: Indifference
Sentence: “Mercy me! It’s your grandpa!” exclaimed Jo.
Grim
Meaning: Harsh or forbidding in appearance
Synonym: Stern
Antonym: Gentle
Sentence: Mr. Laurence had a grim mouth but kind eyes.
Dismay
Meaning: Shock or concern
Synonym: Alarm
Antonym: Confidence
Sentence: Jo was filled with dismay at being caught.
Gruff
Meaning: Rough or stern in manner
Synonym: Abrupt
Antonym: Gentle
Sentence: Mr. Laurence had a gruff voice but a kind heart.
Scrape
Meaning: A difficult situation
Synonym: Mess
Antonym: Ease
Sentence: Jo tried to get out of the scrape with honesty.
Apprehension
Meaning: Fear or anxiety
Synonym: Worry
Antonym: Confidence
Sentence: Despite her apprehension, Jo stood her ground.
Courtesy
Meaning: Politeness in behavior
Synonym: Civility
Antonym: Rudeness
Sentence: Mr. Laurence offered Jo his arm with old-fashioned courtesy.
Marching
Meaning: Walking in a deliberate or rhythmic manner
Synonym: Striding
Antonym: Staggering
Sentence: Jo was marched away by Mr. Laurence like a soldier.
Fancy
Meaning: Imagination or idea
Synonym: Notion
Antonym: Reality
Sentence: To Jo’s fancy, the house was a palace.
Peeping
Meaning: Looking secretly
Synonym: Sneaking
Antonym: Staring
Sentence: “Instead of peeping, come over and visit,” said Jo.
Composing
Meaning: Calming or settling oneself
Synonym: Steadying
Antonym: Agitating
Sentence: Jo composed herself and faced Mr. Laurence.
Indignant
Meaning: Angry at unfairness
Synonym: Resentful
Antonym: Content
Sentence: Laurie looked indignant when Jo suggested he was bashful.
Hospitality
Meaning: Warm welcome
Synonym: Friendliness
Antonym: Hostility
Sentence: The March family’s hospitality won over Laurie.
Neighborly
Meaning: Friendly and helpful to neighbors
Synonym: Amiable
Antonym: Distant
Sentence: Jo proudly said she was only trying to be neighborly.

MCQ

Who is the author of the extract “Being Neighborly”?
a) Ruskin Bond
b) Emily Dickinson
c) Louisa May Alcott
d) Victor Hugo
Answer: c) Louisa May Alcott
What was Jo wearing when she entered the hall?
a) Boots and a hat
b) Old sacque, hood, and rubber boots
c) Shawl and sandals
d) Muffler and coat
Answer: b) Old sacque, hood, and rubber boots
Why did Jo go outside in the snow?
a) To shop
b) To meet Laurie
c) For exercise and adventure
d) To find her sister
Answer: c) For exercise and adventure
What separated the Marches’ house from Mr. Laurence’s?
a) A brick wall
b) A road
c) A wooden fence
d) A hedge
Answer: d) A hedge
What illness was Laurie suffering from?
a) Fever
b) Cough
c) Cold
d) Flu
Answer: c) Cold
What did Jo use to toss snowballs?
a) A shovel
b) Her hand
c) A snowball maker
d) A spoon
Answer: b) Her hand
How did Jo try to cheer Laurie up initially?
a) By bringing her sisters
b) By sending gifts
c) By throwing a snowball and greeting him
d) By calling him on the phone
Answer: c) By throwing a snowball and greeting him
What dessert did Meg send to Laurie?
a) Pudding
b) Ice cream
c) Blanc-mange
d) Custard
Answer: c) Blanc-mange
What did Beth send Laurie to comfort him?
a) Her toys
b) Her books
c) Her three kittens
d) Flowers
Answer: c) Her three kittens
What activity did Laurie prefer over reading?
a) Talking
b) Sleeping
c) Painting
d) Writing
Answer: a) Talking
Who was the March girl that stayed home often?
a) Meg
b) Amy
c) Jo
d) Beth
Answer: d) Beth
What did Jo call Laurie’s house?
a) A haunted castle
b) An enchanted palace
c) A lonely mansion
d) A beautiful home
Answer: b) An enchanted palace
What was Mr. Laurence’s relationship to Laurie?
a) Uncle
b) Father
c) Grandfather
d) Tutor
Answer: c) Grandfather
What did Laurie say made his room dull?
a) Poor lighting
b) Bad weather
c) No visitors
d) Boring books
Answer: c) No visitors
What book was Meg reading when Jo left?
a) Pride and Prejudice
b) Ivanhoe
c) Little Women
d) Emma
Answer: b) Ivanhoe
What was Laurie’s reaction when Jo offered to visit?
a) He declined
b) He felt shy
c) He was excited
d) He told her to wait
Answer: c) He was excited
What does Jo call herself instead of a “businessman”?
a) Lady
b) Girl
c) Businessman-girl
d) Scholar
Answer: c) Businessman-girl
What was Mr. Laurence’s first remark to Jo?
a) “Who are you?”
b) “So you’re not afraid of me, hey?”
c) “Nice to meet you.”
d) “Leave my house.”
Answer: b) “So you’re not afraid of me, hey?”
What did Mr. Laurence do when Jo blushed?
a) Laughed and walked away
b) Scolded her
c) Examined her face kindly
d) Ignored her
Answer: c) Examined her face kindly
What did Jo call Mr. Laurence’s will?
a) Passive
b) Gentle
c) Tremendous
d) Dangerous
Answer: c) Tremendous
Who is Poll in the story Jo tells Laurie?
a) A maid
b) A parrot
c) A dog
d) A neighbor
Answer: b) A parrot
What did Poll do to Aunt March’s suitor?
a) Bit him
b) Screamed at him
c) Pulled off his wig
d) Dropped tea on him
Answer: c) Pulled off his wig
What is Laurie’s full name?
a) Theodore Laurence
b) Laurie Thomas
c) Laurence Brooke
d) Theodore Thomas
Answer: a) Theodore Laurence
Which character is described as “the curly-haired one”?
a) Meg
b) Jo
c) Beth
d) Amy
Answer: d) Amy
What kind of chair delighted Jo in the library?
a) Rocking chair
b) Sofa
c) Sleepy Hollow chair
d) Recliner
Answer: c) Sleepy Hollow chair
What was Jo doing when Mr. Laurence surprised her?
a) Sleeping
b) Looking at a portrait
c) Reading
d) Cooking
Answer: b) Looking at a portrait
What did Jo say about Mr. Laurence’s eyes?
a) They looked tired
b) They were kind
c) They were angry
d) They were stern
Answer: b) They were kind
Why did Jo visit Laurie?
a) To borrow books
b) To be neighborly
c) To ask for help
d) To deliver a letter
Answer: b) To be neighborly
What did Laurie call the upper part of the house?
a) Tomb
b) Heaven
c) Study
d) Tower
Answer: a) Tomb
What flower did Amy contribute?
a) Rose
b) Lily
c) Geranium
d) Jasmine
Answer: c) Geranium
How did Jo describe Beth?
a) Shy but loyal
b) The pretty one
c) A regular good one
d) A funny girl
Answer: c) A regular good one
What did Jo do to the room?
a) Decorated it
b) Rearranged and cleaned it
c) Painted it
d) Ignored it
Answer: b) Rearranged and cleaned it
What does “revelled” mean in the context of Jo’s aunt?
a) Celebrated wildly
b) Enjoyed deeply
c) Complained constantly
d) Talked quietly
Answer: b) Enjoyed deeply
What did Mr. Laurence offer Jo before dinner?
a) A gift
b) Tea
c) His arm
d) A book
Answer: c) His arm
What did Jo imagine while walking with Mr. Laurence?
a) Her mother scolding her
b) Telling her sisters the story
c) Being praised at school
d) Writing a poem
Answer: b) Telling her sisters the story
What does the word “gruff” describe in Mr. Laurence?
a) His clothing
b) His voice
c) His handwriting
d) His beard
Answer: b) His voice
Why was Laurie often alone?
a) His grandfather was strict
b) His tutor lived elsewhere
c) He disliked people
d) He had many friends
Answer: b) His tutor lived elsewhere
What did Jo say instead of running away from Mr. Laurence?
a) “I’m not afraid!”
b) “I should leave now.”
c) “Good evening, sir.”
d) She decided to stay and face him
Answer: d) She decided to stay and face him
What is the tone of the extract?
a) Sad and depressing
b) Joyful and humorous
c) Light-hearted and warm
d) Cold and tragic
Answer: c) Light-hearted and warm
What does the chapter emphasize most?
a) Courage and anger
b) Manners and etiquette
c) Friendship and empathy
d) Intelligence and pride
Answer: c) Friendship and empathy
Who was the most adventurous of the March sisters?
a) Meg
b) Jo
c) Beth
d) Amy
Answer: b) Jo
What did Laurie first do when Jo greeted him?
a) Slammed the window
b) Smiled and opened the window
c) Ignored her
d) Called for his grandfather
Answer: b) Smiled and opened the window
What literary device is used in “as dull as tombs”?
a) Simile
b) Metaphor
c) Alliteration
d) Personification
Answer: a) Simile
What does Jo say she’s not?
a) A coward
b) A nurse
c) A pussy-cat
d) A poet
Answer: c) A pussy-cat
What instrument of comfort does Jo bring apart from food?
a) Blanket
b) Pillow
c) Books
d) Kittens
Answer: d) Kittens
What does Laurie lack in his life?
a) Books
b) Toys
c) Companionship
d) Money
Answer: c) Companionship
How is Jo’s character best described?
a) Reserved and quiet
b) Bold and friendly
c) Moody and fearful
d) Selfish and vain
Answer: b) Bold and friendly
How does the story begin?
a) With a storm
b) With Jo returning home in snow
c) With a party invitation
d) With a funeral
Answer: b) With Jo returning home in snow
What lesson can be drawn from the chapter?
a) Wealth brings happiness
b) Books are enough for friendship
c) A kind gesture can change lives
d) Girls should be quiet
Answer: c) A kind gesture can change lives
What was Jo’s final emotion as she left with Mr. Laurence?
a) Fear
b) Embarrassment
c) Anger
d) Amusement
Answer: d) Amusement

Fill in the Blanks

Jo came tramping through the hall in __________ boots.
Answer: rubber
Meg was busy reading the novel __________.
Answer: Ivanhoe
Jo used a __________ to sweep paths in the snow.
Answer: broom
The Marches’ house was separated from the Laurence mansion by a __________.
Answer: hedge
Mr. Laurence was Laurie’s __________.
Answer: grandfather
Jo called Laurie’s house an __________ palace.
Answer: enchanted
Laurie was suffering from a bad __________.
Answer: cold
Jo threw a __________ to attract Laurie’s attention.
Answer: snowball
Jo promised to ask __________ if she could visit Laurie.
Answer: Mother
Beth sent Laurie her three __________ to comfort him.
Answer: kittens
Meg sent some __________ to Laurie.
Answer: blanc-mange
Amy decorated the dessert with a __________.
Answer: geranium
Laurie described his room as “as dull as __________.”
Answer: tombs
Laurie had no __________ to read to him.
Answer: company
Jo liked to do __________ things and adventures.
Answer: daring
Laurie’s tutor was named Mr. __________.
Answer: Brooke
The March girls lived in a __________ house.
Answer: brown
The Laurence mansion had a __________ for growing plants.
Answer: conservatory
Jo cleaned Laurie’s __________ to make it look cozier.
Answer: room
Laurie admitted he watched the Marches through the __________.
Answer: window
Jo said Beth was a “regular good __________.”
Answer: one
Laurie had __________ eyes and a smiling mouth.
Answer: big
Laurie preferred talking over __________.
Answer: reading
Jo called herself a __________-girl.
Answer: businessman
Jo told Laurie stories about Aunt __________.
Answer: March
Aunt March owned a fat __________ and a parrot.
Answer: poodle
The parrot Poll pulled off the gentleman’s __________.
Answer: wig
Laurie laughed until __________ ran down his cheeks.
Answer: tears
Laurie led Jo to the __________ after their talk.
Answer: library
The library had Sleepy Hollow __________.
Answer: chairs
Jo admired the __________ around the fireplace.
Answer: tiles
Mr. Laurence had a __________ mouth but kind eyes.
Answer: grim
Jo was caught looking at Mr. Laurence’s __________.
Answer: portrait
Mr. Laurence examined Jo’s face and said she had her grandfather’s __________.
Answer: spirit
Jo told Mr. Laurence they appreciated the Christmas __________.
Answer: present
Mr. Laurence told Jo he would visit her __________ someday.
Answer: mother
Laurie said he had no __________ and felt lonely.
Answer: mother
Jo liked to share her home’s __________ and happiness.
Answer: warmth
Laurie’s house seemed __________ despite all its grandeur.
Answer: lifeless
Jo said they were not strangers but __________.
Answer: neighbors
Jo tidied the mantelpiece and plumped the __________.
Answer: pillows
Laurie was described as a little __________ by Mrs. March.
Answer: gentleman
Laurie offered Jo the __________ chair to sit in.
Answer: big
Jo was known to speak in a sharp __________.
Answer: voice
Jo didn’t like to doze by the __________.
Answer: fire
Laurie didn’t enjoy books that his __________ liked.
Answer: grandfather
Laurie admitted to watching Jo’s house when the __________ was up.
Answer: curtain
Jo was surprised when Mr. Laurence spoke in a __________ voice.
Answer: gruff
Jo marched away with Mr. Laurence while imagining telling the __________.
Answer: story
The main theme of the chapter is forming __________.
Answer: friendship

Answer in One Word

Who is the author of “Being Neighborly”?
Answer: Alcott
What is Jo’s full name?
Answer: Josephine
Who was reading Ivanhoe in the beginning?
Answer: Meg
What food item did Meg send to Laurie?
Answer: Blanc-mange
What pet did Beth send to cheer up Laurie?
Answer: Kittens
Who is Laurie’s grandfather?
Answer: Laurence
What illness did Laurie suffer from?
Answer: Cold
Which sister is described as “curly-haired”?
Answer: Amy
What was Jo wearing when she came in from the snow?
Answer: Sacque
What separated the March and Laurence houses?
Answer: Hedge
What did Jo toss to get Laurie’s attention?
Answer: Snowball
What did Jo carry in one hand while entering?
Answer: Broom
What kind of chair did Jo find in the library?
Answer: Sleepy
Who is Mr. Brooke to Laurie?
Answer: Tutor
What plant’s flower did Amy contribute to decorate the dessert?
Answer: Geranium
What bird did Aunt March own?
Answer: Parrot
What did Poll pull off the visitor’s head?
Answer: Wig
What was Laurie doing when Jo spotted him?
Answer: Watching
What kind of expression did Laurie have before Jo cheered him?
Answer: Listless
Which March sister stayed home most of the time?
Answer: Beth
What is Jo’s nature best described as?
Answer: Adventurous
What season is described in the story’s beginning?
Answer: Winter
What kind of tone does the story have?
Answer: Warm
What dessert is described as “simple and soft”?
Answer: Blanc-mange
What word did Laurie use to describe his room?
Answer: Dull
What object did Jo clean while arranging Laurie’s room?
Answer: Mantelpiece
What did Mr. Laurence offer Jo before tea?
Answer: Arm
What did Laurie lack despite living in a luxurious house?
Answer: Companionship
What genre does the chapter belong to?
Answer: Fiction
What type of eyes did Jo say Mr. Laurence had?
Answer: Kind
Which family is the focus of the story?
Answer: March
What is the first thing Jo asked Laurie from the garden?
Answer: Sick
What kind of girl did Jo say she was not?
Answer: Pussy-cat
What color flowers were used to decorate the dessert?
Answer: Scarlet
What does Jo call the house Laurie lives in?
Answer: Palace
What part of the house did Jo look into before entering?
Answer: Window
What was the first thing Laurie said to Jo?
Answer: Better
What kind of mansion did Laurie live in?
Answer: Stone
What subject did Laurie avoid reading about with his grandfather?
Answer: History
What did the parrot speak fluently?
Answer: Spanish
What kind of changes did Jo make to the room?
Answer: Tidy
What did Jo think the boy needed?
Answer: Fun
What personality trait did Mr. Laurence notice in Jo?
Answer: Spirit
What did Laurie rest his head on in the window?
Answer: Hand
What did Laurie brush before Jo arrived?
Answer: Hair
What did Laurie sit on when talking to Jo?
Answer: Sofa
What did Jo refuse to follow from Meg?
Answer: Advice
What did Laurie compare his confinement to?
Answer: Tombs
What kind of story did Jo tell Laurie to cheer him?
Answer: Funny
What is the central theme of the chapter?
Answer: Friendship

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Short Answer Questions

Who is the author of the chapter “Being Neighborly”?
Answer: Louisa May Alcott is the author of the chapter.
What is the source text of the extract “Being Neighborly”?
Answer: It is adapted from the novel Little Women.
What was Jo wearing when she came in from outside?
Answer: She was wearing an old sacque, hood, and rubber boots.
Why did Jo go out in the snow?
Answer: She wanted some exercise and adventure.
Who was sick in the Laurence house?
Answer: Laurie was suffering from a cold.
What did Jo use to clear a path around the garden?
Answer: She used a broom to sweep the snow.
How did Jo get Laurie’s attention?
Answer: She threw a snowball at his window.
What did Jo say about being a “pussy-cat”?
Answer: Jo said she wasn’t a pussy-cat and didn’t like dozing by the fire.
How did Laurie react to Jo’s sudden visit?
Answer: He was surprised but welcomed her warmly.
What did Meg send Laurie to comfort him?
Answer: She sent some blanc-mange.
What did Beth send Laurie?
Answer: Beth sent him her three kittens.
How did Amy contribute to the gift for Laurie?
Answer: Amy decorated the blanc-mange with a scarlet geranium.
What did Jo offer Laurie apart from gifts?
Answer: She offered him companionship and invited him over.
Why did Laurie enjoy watching Jo’s house?
Answer: It made him feel happy to see the family’s warmth and joy.
What was Laurie’s complaint about his own house?
Answer: He said it was dull and lonely with no children or visitors.
Who was Laurie’s tutor?
Answer: Mr. Brooke was Laurie’s tutor.
What is the significance of the curtain in the story?
Answer: Laurie watched the March family through the window when the curtain was left open.
How does Jo describe her relationship with her aunt?
Answer: She calls her aunt a dear, cross old soul.
What pets did Aunt March have?
Answer: She had a fat poodle and a parrot named Poll.
What trick did the parrot play on Aunt March’s suitor?
Answer: It pulled off the gentleman’s wig.
What did Laurie do when Jo told the story about the parrot?
Answer: He laughed until tears ran down his face.
What kind of books did Jo and Laurie discuss?
Answer: They discussed their favorite books and found many in common.
Where did Laurie take Jo in the mansion?
Answer: He took her to the library.
What did Jo admire most in the library?
Answer: She admired the books, bronzes, coins, and especially the fireplace.
What did Jo say about Laurie’s situation?
Answer: She felt he needed cheering up and friends.
How did Mr. Laurence enter the story?
Answer: He walked in silently while Jo was admiring his portrait.
What was Jo’s reaction upon meeting Mr. Laurence?
Answer: She was shocked and blushed but stayed composed.
What did Mr. Laurence say about Jo’s spirit?
Answer: He said she had her grandfather’s spirit.
What did Mr. Laurence think of Jo’s visit to Laurie?
Answer: He appreciated it and was glad she came.
What gesture did Mr. Laurence make toward Jo?
Answer: He shook hands with her and offered his arm for tea.
What did Jo say about their family’s feelings towards Mr. Laurence?
Answer: She said they didn’t forget the Christmas present he sent them.
Why did Jo visit Laurie in the first place?
Answer: She wanted to be friendly and cheer him up.
What does Jo call their relationship with the Laurences?
Answer: She said they were neighbors, not strangers.
What character trait is evident in Jo throughout the story?
Answer: Boldness and friendliness.
Why didn’t Laurie have many friends?
Answer: His tutor didn’t stay there and his grandfather kept to himself.
What impression did Jo have of Mr. Laurence before meeting him?
Answer: She thought he had a grim mouth but kind eyes.
What did Jo do in Laurie’s room before he returned?
Answer: She tidied it, arranged books and pillows.
How did Laurie describe Mr. Laurence’s appearance to Jo?
Answer: He didn’t say much but looked worried about Jo bothering him.
What did Mr. Laurence say about Jo’s grandfather?
Answer: He said Jo’s grandfather was brave and honest.
What did Mr. Laurence promise to do at the end?
Answer: He promised to visit Jo’s mother someday.
What mood does the chapter convey?
Answer: The mood is warm, cheerful, and encouraging.
What lesson does the chapter teach about friendship?
Answer: Small acts of kindness can lead to meaningful friendships.
How does Laurie’s mood change during Jo’s visit?
Answer: He becomes happy and cheerful from being lonely and dull.
What did Jo suggest Laurie should do to stop being lonely?
Answer: She advised him to visit people and be social.
How does the chapter show Jo’s social courage?
Answer: She boldly initiates a visit and conversation with Laurie.
What did Jo mean by calling herself a “businessman-girl”?
Answer: She meant she was managing duties for her aunt, similar to work.
What gift from the Laurences is mentioned in the story?
Answer: A splendid Christmas present sent earlier.
What is Laurie’s full name?
Answer: Theodore Laurence.
How did Mr. Laurence show his approval of Jo?
Answer: By shaking hands, complimenting her spirit, and inviting her to tea.
What did Jo imagine while leaving with Mr. Laurence?
Answer: She imagined how funny the story would sound when she told her sisters.

Do as Directed - Declarative, Imperative, Interrogative and Exclamatory Sentences

Identify the type of sentence:
Jo visited Laurie in his grand house.
Answer: Declarative
Identify the type of sentence:
What a beautiful library this is!
Answer: Exclamatory
Identify the type of sentence:
Can I come in and see you?
Answer: Interrogative
Identify the type of sentence:
Sit down and tell me all about it.
Answer: Imperative
Identify the type of sentence:
Laurie was surprised to see Jo at the door.
Answer: Declarative
Change into interrogative:
Jo brought the blanc-mange for Laurie.
Answer: Did Jo bring the blanc-mange for Laurie?
Change into exclamatory:
The room is very beautiful.
Answer: What a beautiful room this is!
Change into imperative:
You should open the window.
Answer: Open the window.
Change into declarative:
How kind Jo is!
Answer: Jo is very kind.
Identify the type of sentence:
Don’t disturb Laurie, he is resting.
Answer: Imperative
Change into interrogative:
Jo likes reading books.
Answer: Does Jo like reading books?
Identify the type of sentence:
Let’s go and talk to him.
Answer: Imperative
Change into exclamatory:
The kittens are so cute.
Answer: How cute the kittens are!
Identify the type of sentence:
Is this your grandfather’s study?
Answer: Interrogative
Change into declarative:
What an exciting story that was!
Answer: That was an exciting story.
Change into imperative:
You must take care of the guest.
Answer: Take care of the guest.
Identify the type of sentence:
What a funny parrot Poll is!
Answer: Exclamatory
Change into interrogative:
Jo told a story about a parrot.
Answer: Did Jo tell a story about a parrot?
Change into exclamatory:
It is a very snowy day.
Answer: What a snowy day it is!
Identify the type of sentence:
Be quiet and listen carefully.
Answer: Imperative
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo and Laurie became good friends.
Answer: Declarative
Change into interrogative:
Laurie liked Jo’s company.
Answer: Did Laurie like Jo’s company?
Change into exclamatory:
It is a bright and sunny room.
Answer: What a bright and sunny room it is!
Identify the type of sentence:
Did you tidy the room, Jo?
Answer: Interrogative
Change into imperative:
You must tell me the whole story.
Answer: Tell me the whole story.
Identify the type of sentence:
What an interesting conversation they had!
Answer: Exclamatory
Change into declarative:
Did Jo enjoy the library?
Answer: Jo enjoyed the library.
Change into imperative:
You should welcome your guest politely.
Answer: Welcome your guest politely.
Change into interrogative:
Jo was bold and cheerful.
Answer: Was Jo bold and cheerful?
Identify the type of sentence:
Get some rest before lunch.
Answer: Imperative
Identify the type of sentence:
How warm and homely their house felt!
Answer: Exclamatory
Change into declarative:
Was Laurie alone in the house?
Answer: Laurie was alone in the house.
Change into exclamatory:
Jo is a brave girl.
Answer: What a brave girl Jo is!
Identify the type of sentence:
Call your grandfather at once.
Answer: Imperative
Change into interrogative:
They live in the brown house next door.
Answer: Do they live in the brown house next door?
Identify the type of sentence:
How tall the old house is!
Answer: Exclamatory
Change into declarative:
What a generous gesture it was!
Answer: It was a generous gesture.
Change into imperative:
You are expected to stay quiet.
Answer: Stay quiet.
Identify the type of sentence:
Will you read to me now?
Answer: Interrogative
Change into interrogative:
Jo visited the mansion bravely.
Answer: Did Jo visit the mansion bravely?
Change into exclamatory:
The kittens are extremely playful.
Answer: How playful the kittens are!
Identify the type of sentence:
Never forget to be kind to others.
Answer: Imperative
Change into declarative:
Is Jo a good storyteller?
Answer: Jo is a good storyteller.
Change into imperative:
You should water the plant every day.
Answer: Water the plant every day.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo read aloud from her book.
Answer: Declarative
Change into interrogative:
They arranged the room neatly.
Answer: Did they arrange the room neatly?
Change into exclamatory:
It is such a wonderful gift!
Answer: What a wonderful gift it is!
Change into imperative:
You must not disturb the children.
Answer: Do not disturb the children.
Identify the type of sentence:
Will Mr. Laurence join us for tea?
Answer: Interrogative
Change into declarative:
What a remarkable act of kindness it was!
Answer: It was a remarkable act of kindness.

Active Passive Voice

Jo brought some blanc-mange for Laurie.
Answer: Active
The library was cleaned by Jo before she left.
Answer: Passive
Laurie smiled at the sight of the kittens.
Answer: Active
The story was told by Jo in a humorous tone.
Answer: Passive
The grandfather welcomed Jo into the house.
Answer: Active
A snowball was thrown at the window by Jo.
Answer: Passive
Laurie wrote a letter to his friend.
Answer: Active
The room was beautifully decorated by Amy.
Answer: Passive
Mr. Laurence offered Jo a chair.
Answer: Active
The books were arranged neatly by Beth.
Answer: Passive
Jo cheered Laurie with her funny stories.
Answer: Active
The gifts were sent by all three sisters.
Answer: Passive
Laurie opened the door and greeted Jo.
Answer: Active
A flower was placed on the dish by Amy.
Answer: Passive
Meg prepared the dessert for Laurie.
Answer: Active
The guests were entertained by the March sisters.
Answer: Passive
Beth brought the kittens to the room.
Answer: Active
The window was cleaned by Jo.
Answer: Passive
The girls visited Laurie in the evening.
Answer: Active
The room was tidied by Jo before Laurie entered.
Answer: Passive
The boy smiled when he saw the kittens.
Answer: Active
The letter was delivered by the postman.
Answer: Passive
Amy arranged the pillows on the chair.
Answer: Active
The story was appreciated by everyone.
Answer: Passive
Jo dusted the furniture in the drawing room.
Answer: Active
The parrot was taken care of by Aunt March.
Answer: Passive
They discussed their favorite books.
Answer: Active
The old clock was repaired by the mechanic.
Answer: Passive
Jo read aloud from the book.
Answer: Active
The floor was swept by Jo in the morning.
Answer: Passive
Laurie closed the book and looked up.
Answer: Active
The fire was lit by the servant.
Answer: Passive
The March sisters made a beautiful gift.
Answer: Active
The basket was carried by Meg.
Answer: Passive
Jo wrote a short note for Mr. Laurence.
Answer: Active
The letter was written in neat handwriting by Jo.
Answer: Passive
Laurie played the piano in the hall.
Answer: Active
The music was enjoyed by everyone in the house.
Answer: Passive
Jo helped Laurie with his studies.
Answer: Active
The tea was served by the maid.
Answer: Passive
Mr. Laurence scolded Laurie gently.
Answer: Active
Laurie was praised by Jo for his manners.
Answer: Passive
The door was locked by the old servant.
Answer: Passive
Meg arranged the books on the shelf.
Answer: Active
The homework was completed by Laurie.
Answer: Passive
The chair was moved near the fireplace by Jo.
Answer: Passive
Jo brought some flowers from the garden.
Answer: Active
The painting was admired by the visitors.
Answer: Passive
Laurie told a story about his childhood.
Answer: Active
The guests were welcomed by the girls with joy.
Answer: Passive

Clauses

Identify the main clause:
Jo cleaned the room before Laurie arrived.
Answer: Jo cleaned the room
Identify the subordinate clause:
Jo cleaned the room before Laurie arrived.
Answer: before Laurie arrived
Identify the type of clause:
I know that she is honest.
Answer: Noun clause
Identify the clause:
The boy who lives next door is friendly.
Answer: Adjective clause
Identify the clause:
She left early because she was feeling cold.
Answer: Adverb clause
Identify the main clause:
Laurie smiled when Jo entered the room.
Answer: Laurie smiled
Identify the subordinate clause:
Laurie smiled when Jo entered the room.
Answer: when Jo entered the room
Identify the type of clause:
Where she lives is a mystery.
Answer: Noun clause
Identify the clause type:
I will wait until you finish your work.
Answer: Adverb clause
Identify the adjective clause:
The girl who helped me is Beth.
Answer: who helped me

Identify the noun clause:
That he lied to me was unexpected.
Answer: That he lied to me
Identify the adverb clause:
We stayed indoors because it was snowing.
Answer: because it was snowing
Identify the main clause:
She said that Jo was reading a book.
Answer: She said
Identify the subordinate clause:
She said that Jo was reading a book.
Answer: that Jo was reading a book
Identify the type of clause:
I don’t know where they went.
Answer: Noun clause
Identify the type of clause:
This is the place where he was born.
Answer: Adjective clause
Identify the clause:
Although he was tired, he kept reading.
Answer: Adverb clause
Identify the type of clause:
The book that Jo wrote became popular.
Answer: Adjective clause
Identify the noun clause:
Tell me why you were late.
Answer: why you were late
Identify the adverb clause:
If it rains, we will stay inside.
Answer: If it rains
Identify the clause:
The boy whom she trusted betrayed her.
Answer: Adjective clause
Identify the main clause:
Jo said that she was going out.
Answer: Jo said
Identify the subordinate clause:
Jo said that she was going out.
Answer: that she was going out
Identify the clause type:
He asked whether I liked the book.
Answer: Noun clause
Identify the adverb clause:
Since I was hungry, I ate early.
Answer: Since I was hungry
Identify the adjective clause:
The house that has green shutters is mine.
Answer: that has green shutters
Identify the noun clause:
What you said is true.
Answer: What you said
Identify the adverb clause:
We left before the play ended.
Answer: before the play ended
Identify the clause type:
I wonder what he is doing now.
Answer: Noun clause
Identify the clause type:
The girl who won the prize is my cousin.
Answer: Adjective clause
Identify the main clause:
Jo ran quickly because it was cold.
Answer: Jo ran quickly
Identify the subordinate clause:
Jo ran quickly because it was cold.
Answer: because it was cold
Identify the clause:
If you work hard, you will succeed.
Answer: Adverb clause
Identify the noun clause:
He did not believe that she was innocent.
Answer: that she was innocent
Identify the adjective clause:
I met a man who had seen the accident.
Answer: who had seen the accident
Identify the clause:
As the wind howled, the windows shook.
Answer: Adverb clause
Identify the type of clause:
She remembered what he had said.
Answer: Noun clause
Identify the main clause:
Though it was late, Jo kept talking.
Answer: Jo kept talking
Identify the subordinate clause:
Though it was late, Jo kept talking.
Answer: Though it was late
Identify the clause type:
The song which she sang was beautiful.
Answer: Adjective clause
Identify the noun clause:
Do you know when she will arrive?
Answer: when she will arrive
Identify the clause:
If you call me, I will help you.
Answer: Adverb clause
Identify the adjective clause:
The student whose notebook was missing is here.
Answer: whose notebook was missing
Identify the clause:
That he won the prize surprised everyone.
Answer: Noun clause
Identify the main clause:
We rested after the long walk.
Answer: We rested
Identify the subordinate clause:
We rested after the long walk.
Answer: after the long walk
Identify the clause type:
Before the sun set, we returned home.
Answer: Adverb clause
Identify the adjective clause:
She met the girl who topped the class.
Answer: who topped the class
Identify the noun clause:
Whatever you say is important.
Answer: Whatever you say
Identify the adverb clause:
She behaves as if she knows everything.
Answer: as if she knows everything

Modal Verbs

Jo __ help Laurie with his books.
Answer: can
You __ finish your homework before playing.
Answer: must
Laurie __ not speak loudly in the library.
Answer: should
__ I bring you some tea?
Answer: Shall
She __ come tomorrow if she feels better.
Answer: might
We __ follow the rules of the house.
Answer: must
Jo __ recite the entire poem from memory.
Answer: can
You __ not enter without permission.
Answer: should
__ you please help me with the dishes?
Answer: Could
I __ like to meet Mr. Laurence once.
Answer: would
He __ be at home now; it’s very late.
Answer: must
She __ visit us during the holidays.
Answer: may
You __ speak politely to elders.
Answer: ought to
The girls __ not play outside; it’s snowing.
Answer: should
If I were you, I __ not delay the work.
Answer: would
They __ go to the library every evening.
Answer: used to
Jo __ carry all the books by herself.
Answer: can
We __ be careful while lighting the fire.
Answer: must
She __ win the prize if she works hard.
Answer: might
One __ not lie under any condition.
Answer: must
Laurie __ read at least 3 books last week.
Answer: could
__ I come in, sir?
Answer: May
You __ not walk on the wet floor.
Answer: should
You __ be more kind to your brother.
Answer: ought to
Students __ respect their teachers.
Answer: must
We __ leave early to catch the train.
Answer: should
__ you lend me your pen?
Answer: Could
Jo __ not forget her promise.
Answer: must
She __ speak three languages fluently.
Answer: can
I __ help you with your assignment.
Answer: will
Children __ not make noise in the hospital.
Answer: must
You __ take an umbrella. It looks cloudy.
Answer: should
__ we go to the park now?
Answer: Shall
Jo __ read better than her sisters.
Answer: can
Laurie __ sing well as a child.
Answer: could
You __ not waste food.
Answer: should
He __ call us after lunch.
Answer: will
You __ finish the project by Friday.
Answer: must
__ I borrow your book for a day?
Answer: May
I __ visit them next week.
Answer: might
We __ start now to reach on time.
Answer: should
I __ do this if I had more time.
Answer: could
She __ listen to her parents’ advice.
Answer: ought to
Laurie __ not go out without a coat.
Answer: should
__ you open the door, please?
Answer: Could
Jo __ have been tired after the long walk.
Answer: must
You __ not touch the books without washing hands.
Answer: should
We __ always speak the truth.
Answer: must
You __ help her carry the parcel.
Answer: ought to
I __ never agree to such an unfair deal.
Answer: would

Conjunctions

Jo wanted to help Laurie ___ he looked lonely. (but/so)
Answer: so
She knocked at the door ___ no one answered. (and/but)
Answer: but
Laurie smiled ___ Jo entered the room. (when/so)
Answer: when
Meg was tired, ___ she went to bed early. (so/and)
Answer: so
Jo ran quickly ___ she was getting late. (because/if)
Answer: because
He was upset ___ he didn’t say anything. (but/so)
Answer: but
They stayed inside ___ it was snowing. (since/until)
Answer: since
Wait here ___ I come back. (until/unless)
Answer: until
We could go to the park ___ stay at home. (or/so)
Answer: or
I’ll help you ___ you ask me politely. (if/but)
Answer: if
The girls cleaned the house ___ cooked dinner. (and/or)
Answer: and
She didn’t bring her book ___ she forgot. (because/so)
Answer: because
Laurie plays the piano ___ sings well. (and/but)
Answer: and
You must act quickly ___ you will lose the chance. (or/so)
Answer: or
Jo wasn’t at home ___ she had gone to visit Laurie. (because/although)
Answer: because
The kitten is small ___ active. (but/and)
Answer: but
We will go out ___ it stops raining. (if/until)
Answer: if
Laurie read the book ___ he didn’t enjoy it. (though/and)
Answer: though
Beth is gentle ___ shy. (and/but)
Answer: and
Amy worked hard ___ she failed. (yet/so)
Answer: yet
Neither Jo ___ Meg was at home. (nor/or)
Answer: nor
You can have tea ___ coffee. (or/and)
Answer: or
We stayed up late ___ we were watching a movie. (because/although)
Answer: because
He will go ___ it is necessary. (if/so)
Answer: if
Jo is strong ___ kind. (and/but)
Answer: and
The story was interesting ___ a bit long. (but/so)
Answer: but
I stayed home ___ I was not feeling well. (because/if)
Answer: because
You cannot succeed ___ you try hard. (unless/until)
Answer: unless
Laurie watched her ___ she worked. (while/so)
Answer: while
She is pretty ___ clever. (and/but)
Answer: and
Jo didn’t go out ___ she had promised to stay. (because/although)
Answer: because
We will stay home ___ it rains. (if/though)
Answer: if
I will call you ___ I reach the station. (when/while)
Answer: when
He speaks clearly ___ slowly. (and/or)
Answer: and
The gift was small ___ thoughtful. (but/and)
Answer: but
I asked him to come ___ he refused. (but/so)
Answer: but
She is not only talented ___ also hardworking. (but/and)
Answer: but
I will come ___ I am invited. (if/unless)
Answer: if
It was raining ___ we went out. (but/so)
Answer: but
She looked happy ___ she had tears in her eyes. (although/because)
Answer: although
He couldn’t go ___ he had no money. (because/so)
Answer: because
___ she is poor, she is honest. (Although/Because)
Answer: Although
We will wait here ___ you return. (until/unless)
Answer: until
Either you leave now ___ face the consequences. (or/nor)
Answer: or
___ Jo ___ Beth answered the question. (Neither/Nor)
Answer: Neither
You must study hard ___ you will fail. (or/so)
Answer: or
She was late ___ the heavy snow. (because/of)
Answer: because
Jo read the letter ___ started crying. (and/but)
Answer: and
Beth sang softly ___ she played the piano. (while/if)
Answer: while
The boys worked hard ___ they won the competition. (so/but)
Answer: so

Adverb

Jo writes her diary ___. (neatly/slowly)
Answer: neatly
Laurie answered the question ___. (correctly/rarely)
Answer: correctly
She will come to visit ___. (soon/never)
Answer: soon
The girls laughed ___. (loudly/always)
Answer: loudly
He walks ___ to school every day. (carefully/late)
Answer: carefully
We went to the market ___. (yesterday/soon)
Answer: yesterday
The teacher explained the lesson ___. (clearly/early)
Answer: clearly
Laurie is ___ punctual. (always/very)
Answer: always
They will meet us ___. (tomorrow/early)
Answer: tomorrow
Jo left the room ___. (angrily/never)
Answer: angrily
The children played ___ in the garden. (happily/quietly)
Answer: happily
Meg sings ___. (well/loudly)
Answer: well
We arrived ___ for the function. (late/early)
Answer: early
I have ___ seen such a view. (never/very)
Answer: never
She will ___ help you. (surely/quickly)
Answer: surely
The boy runs ___. (fast/clearly)
Answer: fast
Beth plays the piano ___. (softly/rarely)
Answer: softly
He ___ forgets his homework. (often/quickly)
Answer: often
You must speak ___. (politely/rarely)
Answer: politely
The train arrived ___. (early/always)
Answer: early
We ___ go for a walk after dinner. (usually/clearly)
Answer: usually
She danced ___. (gracefully/rarely)
Answer: gracefully
They spoke so ___. (rudely/never)
Answer: rudely
She completed the work ___. (quickly/rarely)
Answer: quickly
He visits us ___. (frequently/fast)
Answer: frequently
Amy paints ___. (beautifully/always)
Answer: beautifully
They arrived ___ before us. (just/happily)
Answer: just
I ___ go there on weekends. (sometimes/late)
Answer: sometimes
Jo answered the question ___. (confidently/happily)
Answer: confidently
The dog barked ___. (loudly/never)
Answer: loudly
He explained it ___. (clearly/early)
Answer: clearly
The maid cleans the house ___. (daily/rarely)
Answer: daily
The sun rose ___. (early/slowly)
Answer: early
She spoke so ___. (softly/quickly)
Answer: softly
Laurie smiled ___. (warmly/always)
Answer: warmly
The stars were ___ visible. (barely/always)
Answer: barely
She waited ___. (patiently/seldom)
Answer: patiently
The boys ran ___. (quickly/loudly)
Answer: quickly
He acted ___. (wisely/surely)
Answer: wisely
I’ll ___ remember your kindness. (always/early)
Answer: always
They met us ___. (unexpectedly/clearly)
Answer: unexpectedly
We must listen ___. (carefully/rarely)
Answer: carefully
She speaks French ___. (fluently/early)
Answer: fluently
Jo reads the book ___. (silently/quickly)
Answer: silently
He came ___. (suddenly/always)
Answer: suddenly
The guests arrived ___. (late/never)
Answer: late
Beth sings ___. (sweetly/slowly)
Answer: sweetly
We should eat ___. (slowly/never)
Answer: slowly
The answer was ___. (partly/completely)
Answer: completely
You are ___ right. (absolutely/slowly)
Answer: absolutely

Convert to the correct Tense

Convert to Simple Present:
Jo wrote a poem.
Answer: Jo writes a poem.
Convert to Present Continuous:
Jo writes a poem.
Answer: Jo is writing a poem.
Convert to Present Perfect:
Jo writes a poem.
Answer: Jo has written a poem.
Convert to Present Perfect Continuous:
Jo writes a poem.
Answer: Jo has been writing a poem.
Convert to Simple Past:
Laurie writes letters.
Answer: Laurie wrote letters.
Convert to Past Continuous:
Laurie writes letters.
Answer: Laurie was writing letters.
Convert to Past Perfect:
Laurie writes letters.
Answer: Laurie had written letters.
Convert to Past Perfect Continuous:
Laurie writes letters.
Answer: Laurie had been writing letters.
Convert to Simple Future:
Beth sings beautifully.
Answer: Beth will sing beautifully.
Convert to Future Continuous:
Beth sings beautifully.
Answer: Beth will be singing beautifully.
Convert to Future Perfect:
Beth sings beautifully.
Answer: Beth will have sung beautifully.
Convert to Future Perfect Continuous:
Beth sings beautifully.
Answer: Beth will have been singing beautifully.
Convert to Simple Present:
We were helping her.
Answer: We help her.
Convert to Present Perfect:
They played cricket.
Answer: They have played cricket.
Convert to Present Continuous:
He goes to school.
Answer: He is going to school.
Convert to Present Perfect Continuous:
He goes to school.
Answer: He has been going to school.
Convert to Simple Past:
I am reading.
Answer: I read.
Convert to Past Perfect:
She ate the cake.
Answer: She had eaten the cake.
Convert to Past Continuous:
We drink milk.
Answer: We were drinking milk.
Convert to Past Perfect Continuous:
They played chess.
Answer: They had been playing chess.
Convert to Future Perfect:
Jo writes a story.
Answer: Jo will have written a story.
Convert to Future Perfect Continuous:
Jo writes a story.
Answer: Jo will have been writing a story.
Convert to Future Continuous:
They sing well.
Answer: They will be singing well.
Convert to Simple Future:
The boys are shouting.
Answer: The boys will shout.
Convert to Present Continuous:
He eats lunch at noon.
Answer: He is eating lunch at noon.
Convert to Past Continuous:
She works hard.
Answer: She was working hard.
Convert to Present Perfect:
I clean the room.
Answer: I have cleaned the room.
Convert to Past Perfect:
We build a sandcastle.
Answer: We had built a sandcastle.
Convert to Simple Present:
The girls were dancing.
Answer: The girls dance.
Convert to Future Continuous:
I read a book.
Answer: I will be reading a book.
Convert to Present Perfect Continuous:
She paints pictures.
Answer: She has been painting pictures.
Convert to Past Perfect Continuous:
We learn French.
Answer: We had been learning French.
Convert to Simple Future:
He is sleeping.
Answer: He will sleep.
Convert to Future Perfect Continuous:
They prepare for the play.
Answer: They will have been preparing for the play.
Convert to Simple Past:
He is running.
Answer: He ran.
Convert to Past Perfect:
Jo tells the truth.
Answer: Jo had told the truth.
Convert to Present Continuous:
The sun rises in the east.
Answer: The sun is rising in the east.
Convert to Future Perfect:
I finish the task.
Answer: I will have finished the task.
Convert to Past Perfect Continuous:
He plays cricket.
Answer: He had been playing cricket.
Convert to Present Perfect:
I visit my aunt.
Answer: I have visited my aunt.
Convert to Simple Present:
We had gone to the fair.
Answer: We go to the fair.
Convert to Simple Future:
She helps her mother.
Answer: She will help her mother.
Convert to Present Continuous:
He reads novels.
Answer: He is reading novels.
Convert to Future Perfect:
They complete the chapter.
Answer: They will have completed the chapter.
Convert to Present Perfect Continuous:
He teaches science.
Answer: He has been teaching science.
Convert to Future Continuous:
You do your homework.
Answer: You will be doing your homework.
Convert to Past Perfect:
She draws a picture.
Answer: She had drawn a picture.
Convert to Simple Past:
I am writing a letter.
Answer: I wrote a letter.
Convert to Present Perfect:
We plant trees every year.
Answer: We have planted trees every year.
Convert to Future Perfect Continuous:
She studies law.
Answer: She will have been studying law.

Long Answer Questions

Describe the personality traits of Jo as revealed in the chapter.
Answer:
Jo is portrayed as bold, friendly, adventurous, and compassionate. She does not hesitate to visit Laurie, a boy she hardly knows, simply because she notices he is lonely. Her initiative and lively spirit bring warmth to Laurie’s life, and she remains unaffected by societal expectations of how girls should behave.

What made Jo decide to visit Laurie?
Answer:
Jo noticed Laurie looking out of his window with a lonely expression. Feeling sorry for him and eager for adventure, she decided to cross the garden and cheer him up. Her natural empathy and outgoing nature motivated her to reach out and offer companionship.

How does the author contrast the March and Laurence households?
Answer:
The March household is depicted as small, lively, and full of warmth, while the Laurence mansion is large, grand, and lonely. The March home has the sound of children and domestic happiness, while the Laurence house is quiet and seems lifeless despite its wealth.

What role does compassion play in Jo’s behavior?
Answer:
Jo’s compassion drives her to break the social barrier between the two houses. Seeing Laurie sick and alone, she takes it upon herself to comfort him, not out of obligation, but from genuine human concern. Her actions are guided by kindness, not social decorum.

What impression did Jo have about Mr. Laurence before meeting him?
Answer:
Jo imagined Mr. Laurence as a grim, stern man due to his reclusive nature. However, upon meeting him, she was pleasantly surprised by his kindness and gentle manner, especially when he praised her spirit and invited her to tea.

How does Laurie’s mood change during the chapter?
Answer:
Laurie starts off feeling ill and dejected, confined to his home. However, Jo’s spontaneous visit, warmth, and cheerfulness completely transform his mood. He becomes animated, laughs heartily, and expresses his joy at the lively companionship Jo offers.

How is the theme of friendship developed in the story?
Answer:
The theme of friendship is central to the story. It is developed through Jo’s brave and friendly gesture toward Laurie. Her visit initiates a bond that breaks the isolation of the Laurence household and brings warmth and joy into Laurie’s life.

Describe the role of humor in the chapter.
Answer:
Humor adds charm to the chapter, such as Jo’s playful self-description as a “businessman-girl” and her story about Aunt March’s parrot pulling off a gentleman’s wig. These moments make the narrative light-hearted and enhance the bond between Jo and Laurie.

What does Jo’s visit reveal about social boundaries?
Answer:
Jo’s visit challenges the social norms of the time, where young girls were expected to be reserved. She crosses both a literal hedge and a metaphorical boundary to connect with Laurie, showing that friendship and kindness transcend societal expectations.

How did Jo prepare Laurie’s room during her visit?
Answer:
Jo cleaned and rearranged Laurie’s room, fluffed his pillows, straightened the books, and brought a cheerful atmosphere. Her efforts reflected her caring nature and the importance she placed on making others feel comfortable.

What is the significance of the title “Being Neighborly”?
Answer:
The title reflects the central idea of the story—Jo stepping out of her comfort zone to show kindness to her neighbor. It emphasizes the importance of community, empathy, and the simple act of reaching out to others.

How does Jo respond to her sisters’ opinions about visiting Laurie?
Answer:
Jo confidently dismisses her sisters’ fears and opinions. While Meg is hesitant and Amy is indifferent, Jo insists on her decision to be friendly, showing her independent mindset and disregard for trivial social constraints.

What gifts did the March sisters send to Laurie, and what do they symbolize?
Answer:
Meg sent blanc-mange, Beth sent her kittens, and Amy contributed a geranium flower. These gifts symbolize care, affection, and the warmth of sisterhood. They serve as tokens of concern and welcome for Laurie.

How is Jo’s character different from conventional girls of her time?
Answer:
Jo defies traditional feminine roles by being outspoken, adventurous, and assertive. She wears practical clothes, visits a boy alone, and values boldness over meekness, making her an early example of a non-conformist female character.

How does Mr. Laurence react to Jo’s presence in his home?
Answer:
Initially, Mr. Laurence surprises Jo by entering silently, but then warmly interacts with her. He appreciates her honesty and spirit, recalls her grandfather fondly, and invites her to tea, signifying his approval of her bold yet kind-hearted nature.

What does Jo say about books and her reading habits?
Answer:
Jo mentions that she often reads aloud to her aunt and enjoys various kinds of books. She and Laurie find they have similar tastes, which further strengthens their connection.

Describe Jo’s storytelling ability and its effect on Laurie.
Answer:
Jo is a natural storyteller who adds humor and expression to her tales. Her anecdote about the parrot pulling off a visitor’s wig makes Laurie laugh uncontrollably, lifting his spirits and cementing their friendship.

How is Laurie’s loneliness portrayed in the story?
Answer:
Laurie is shown as isolated despite living in luxury. His lack of friends, a busy tutor, and the absence of children around him contribute to his loneliness, which is only alleviated by Jo’s visit.

How does the author use contrast to develop the story?
Answer:
Alcott contrasts the warm, noisy March home with the quiet, majestic Laurence mansion. This helps to highlight the emotional gap wealth cannot fill and sets the stage for Jo’s meaningful act of kindness.

What does Laurie’s reaction to Jo’s visit reveal about his personality?
Answer:
Laurie is initially shy but quickly warms up. He is gentle, polite, and deeply appreciates Jo’s friendly gesture, revealing a kind-hearted boy who longs for genuine connection.

In what ways does Jo break gender norms?
Answer:
Jo visits a boy alone, speaks boldly, and acts with confidence. She wears practical clothes, initiates conversation, and considers herself a “businessman-girl,” directly challenging the era’s gender roles.

What qualities does Mr. Laurence admire in Jo?
Answer:
Mr. Laurence admires Jo’s honesty, liveliness, and courage. He sees in her the spirit of her grandfather, someone he respected, and is moved by her kindness towards Laurie.

Why does Jo feel confident visiting Laurie without prior invitation?
Answer:
Jo is motivated by empathy rather than etiquette. She feels Laurie needs a friend and decides that being neighborly and cheerful is more important than formal invitations.

How does the chapter present the theme of isolation versus warmth?
Answer:
Laurie’s grand house represents isolation, while the March home symbolizes warmth and joy. Jo’s entry into his life bridges the gap between the two, showing how human connection can dissolve loneliness.

Describe the role of the window in the story.
Answer:
The window serves as a literal and symbolic barrier. Laurie watches the Marches through it, longing for their warmth. Jo crosses this barrier, turning longing into companionship.

How does the author develop the setting in the story?
Answer:
The author uses vivid imagery of snowy paths, cozy interiors, and contrasting homes to paint a rich setting. This enhances the emotional tone and highlights the characters’ feelings.

What is the significance of Jo’s final thoughts as she leaves with Mr. Laurence?
Answer:
Jo imagines how her sisters will react to the funny story, showing her humorous nature and the close bond she shares with her family.

How does the story promote initiative and courage?
Answer:
Through Jo’s bold actions, the story encourages readers to take the first step in forming bonds, even when societal rules discourage such behavior.

Explain the importance of small acts of kindness in the story.
Answer:
Small gestures like sending blanc-mange, sharing kittens, and visiting a neighbor lead to profound emotional impact, proving that compassion can change lives.

Do as Directed - Simple, Compound, Complex and Compound - Complex

Identify the type of sentence:
Jo went out in the snow for some exercise.
Answer: Simple
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo went to Laurie’s house and she brought him some blanc-mange.
Answer: Compound
Identify the type of sentence:
Although she was afraid, Jo stepped into the mansion.
Answer: Complex
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo cleaned the room, and Laurie smiled when he saw it.
Answer: Compound-Complex
Change into a simple sentence:
Jo was tired, but she continued cleaning.
Answer: Despite being tired, Jo continued cleaning.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo opened the door and stepped inside.
Answer: Compound
Identify the type of sentence:
When Jo smiled, Laurie forgot his loneliness.
Answer: Complex
Change into a compound sentence:
Jo was happy to visit; she stayed for a long time.
Answer: Jo was happy to visit, and she stayed for a long time.
Change into a complex sentence:
Jo entered the house; she met Laurie.
Answer: Jo entered the house where she met Laurie.
Identify the type of sentence:
To cheer Laurie, Jo told a funny story.
Answer: Simple
Identify the type of sentence:
Laurie smiled, but he did not say anything.
Answer: Compound
Identify the type of sentence:
Since Laurie was sick, Jo brought him dessert.
Answer: Complex
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo spoke cheerfully, and Laurie responded while smiling.
Answer: Compound-Complex
Change into a simple sentence:
Jo was tired, but she helped Laurie.
Answer: Though tired, Jo helped Laurie.
Change into a compound sentence:
Jo admired the library because it had beautiful books.
Answer: Jo admired the library, and it had beautiful books.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo and Laurie became friends quickly.
Answer: Simple
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo walked into the room, and she began telling stories.
Answer: Compound
Identify the type of sentence:
Even though he was shy, Laurie enjoyed Jo’s company.
Answer: Complex
Change into a complex sentence:
Jo smiled and greeted him warmly.
Answer: Jo smiled when she greeted him warmly.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo told stories, and Laurie listened while he laughed.
Answer: Compound-Complex
Identify the type of sentence:
Laurie liked Jo’s company because she was cheerful.
Answer: Complex
Change into a simple sentence:
Jo read books and sang songs.
Answer: Jo read books and sang songs. (Already Simple)
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo read aloud, and her sisters listened.
Answer: Compound
Change into a compound-complex sentence:
Jo visited Laurie because he was sick.
Answer: Jo visited Laurie because he was sick, and she brought him food.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo helped Laurie and made him laugh.
Answer: Simple
Identify the type of sentence:
Because it was snowing, Jo wore boots.
Answer: Complex
Change into a complex sentence:
Jo was kind; she helped Laurie.
Answer: Jo helped Laurie because she was kind.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo liked the kittens, and she asked if she could keep them.
Answer: Compound-Complex
Change into a compound sentence:
Jo liked to read books alone.
Answer: Jo liked to read books, and she preferred to do it alone.
Identify the type of sentence:
The room was cozy and well-lit.
Answer: Simple
Identify the type of sentence:
Laurie laughed so hard that he cried.
Answer: Complex
Change into a compound-complex sentence:
Jo told a story that made Laurie laugh.
Answer: Jo told a story that made Laurie laugh, and he thanked her for it.
Change into a simple sentence:
She went to the house because Laurie was sick.
Answer: She went to the house due to Laurie’s illness.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo liked to write, but she rarely shared her work.
Answer: Compound
Identify the type of sentence:
Although the day was cold, Jo didn’t mind walking.
Answer: Complex
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo arranged the books and cleaned the table.
Answer: Simple
Change into a complex sentence:
Jo entered the house and met Mr. Laurence.
Answer: Jo met Mr. Laurence when she entered the house.
Change into a compound-complex sentence:
She was cheerful although it was snowing.
Answer: Although it was snowing, she was cheerful, and she went to meet Laurie.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo cleaned the room and Laurie smiled while watching her.
Answer: Compound-Complex
Change into a simple sentence:
Laurie was sick and Jo brought him food.
Answer: Jo brought food for the sick Laurie.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo enjoys visiting new places.
Answer: Simple
Identify the type of sentence:
Laurie smiled when Jo told him the story.
Answer: Complex
Change into a compound sentence:
Jo read a book silently.
Answer: Jo read a book, and she did it silently.
Identify the type of sentence:
Laurie opened the door, and Jo walked in while it snowed outside.
Answer: Compound-Complex
Change into a complex sentence:
Jo visited Laurie and cheered him up.
Answer: Jo cheered Laurie up when she visited him.
Identify the type of sentence:
Even though Jo was tired, she kept talking and Laurie listened.
Answer: Compound-Complex
Change into a simple sentence:
She was happy and she smiled.
Answer: Smiling, she showed her happiness.
Identify the type of sentence:
Jo read the book which her aunt had given her.
Answer: Complex
Change into a compound-complex sentence:
She read a book and laughed.
Answer: She read a book that was very funny, and she laughed heartily.
Identify the type of sentence:
They sat by the fire and talked until midnight.
Answer: Simple

Direct Indirect Speech

She said, “I am going out now.”
Answer: She said that she was going out then.
Jo said, “Laurie is my new friend.”
Answer: Jo said that Laurie was her new friend.
He said, “I have finished my homework.”
Answer: He said that he had finished his homework.
Laurie said, “I was reading a book.”
Answer: Laurie said that he had been reading a book.
The teacher said, “You have done well.”
Answer: The teacher said that I had done well.
Mother said, “Jo, bring me the broom.”
Answer: Mother told Jo to bring her the broom.
Laurie asked, “Can you stay longer?”
Answer: Laurie asked if she could stay longer.
Mr. Laurence said, “Do not disturb the boy.”
Answer: Mr. Laurence told them not to disturb the boy.
She said, “We are going to the library.”
Answer: She said that they were going to the library.
Jo said, “I will tell you a story.”
Answer: Jo said that she would tell me a story.
He said, “I like kittens.”
Answer: He said that he liked kittens.
The doctor said, “You must take rest.”
Answer: The doctor said that I had to take rest.
Jo said, “I met Laurie yesterday.”
Answer: Jo said that she had met Laurie the previous day.
Amy said, “I decorated the dish.”
Answer: Amy said that she had decorated the dish.
Beth said, “I am not feeling well.”
Answer: Beth said that she was not feeling well.
Laurie said, “My grandfather is sleeping.”
Answer: Laurie said that his grandfather was sleeping.
The girl said, “I saw him at the market.”
Answer: The girl said that she had seen him at the market.
He said, “I will not come tomorrow.”
Answer: He said that he would not come the next day.
She said, “I am reading a novel.”
Answer: She said that she was reading a novel.
Mr. Laurence said, “Open the window.”
Answer: Mr. Laurence told them to open the window.
She said, “I can speak Spanish.”
Answer: She said that she could speak Spanish.
He said, “I may visit the March family.”
Answer: He said that he might visit the March family.
The teacher said, “Be honest always.”
Answer: The teacher advised them to be honest always.
Jo said, “I had gone to see Laurie.”
Answer: Jo said that she had gone to see Laurie.
The old man said, “The weather was pleasant.”
Answer: The old man said that the weather had been pleasant.
She asked, “Are you coming to the party?”
Answer: She asked if I was coming to the party.
He asked, “Where do you live?”
Answer: He asked where I lived.
Laurie asked, “What did Jo bring?”
Answer: Laurie asked what Jo had brought.
She asked, “When will he arrive?”
Answer: She asked when he would arrive.
Mr. Brooke asked, “Have you finished your lesson?”
Answer: Mr. Brooke asked if I had finished my lesson.
Jo said, “Do you want to hear a story?”
Answer: Jo asked if I wanted to hear a story.
Mother said, “Help your sisters with the chores.”
Answer: Mother told me to help my sisters with the chores.
She said, “The kitten is hiding under the table.”
Answer: She said that the kitten was hiding under the table.
The teacher said, “Write your answers neatly.”
Answer: The teacher told us to write our answers neatly.
Laurie said, “I don’t like this soup.”
Answer: Laurie said that he didn’t like that soup.
Beth said, “I’m going to feed the kittens.”
Answer: Beth said that she was going to feed the kittens.
Meg said, “He gave me a present.”
Answer: Meg said that he had given her a present.
Jo said, “Don’t forget to visit Laurie.”
Answer: Jo told me not to forget to visit Laurie.
Father said, “Let’s go out for a walk.”
Answer: Father suggested that we go out for a walk.
She said, “You should be kind to animals.”
Answer: She said that I should be kind to animals.
He said, “Let me tell you a secret.”
Answer: He asked if he could tell me a secret.
Mr. Laurence said, “Shut the door.”
Answer: Mr. Laurence told them to shut the door.
She said, “He was watching us.”
Answer: She said that he had been watching them.
Laurie said, “I didn’t sleep last night.”
Answer: Laurie said that he hadn’t slept the previous night.
She asked, “Have you seen my pen?”
Answer: She asked if I had seen her pen.
He asked, “Why are you late?”
Answer: He asked why I was late.
Mother said, “Bring the kittens in.”
Answer: Mother told me to bring the kittens in.
Jo said, “I enjoy reading by the fire.”
Answer: Jo said that she enjoyed reading by the fire.
Mr. Laurence said, “Will you stay for tea?”
Answer: Mr. Laurence asked if I would stay for tea.
Amy said, “I won the prize!”
Answer: Amy said that she had won the prize.

Auxiliary Verbs

Jo ___ reading a book. (is/are)
Answer: is
Laurie and Jo ___ talking in the room. (is/are)
Answer: are
I ___ writing a story. (am/is)
Answer: am
She ___ not happy with the result. (is/are)
Answer: is
We ___ going to visit the library. (is/are)
Answer: are
They ___ working hard for the exam. (is/are)
Answer: are
You ___ doing your best. (is/are)
Answer: are
It ___ raining heavily. (is/are)
Answer: is
He ___ my best friend. (is/are)
Answer: is
I ___ not lying to you. (am/is)
Answer: am
Jo ___ written the essay neatly. (has/have)
Answer: has
They ___ completed the project. (has/have)
Answer: have
We ___ never seen such a view. (has/have)
Answer: have
He ___ lost his notebook. (has/have)
Answer: has
I ___ already done the work. (has/have)
Answer: have
The girls ___ gone to the market. (has/have)
Answer: have
Laurie ___ returned the books. (has/have)
Answer: has
You ___ taken the wrong bag. (has/have)
Answer: have
Amy ___ not reached yet. (has/have)
Answer: has
The boys ___ cleaned the room. (has/have)
Answer: have
She ___ cooked dinner. (has/have)
Answer: has
I ___ seen the movie. (has/have)
Answer: have
We ___ met her last year. (had/have)
Answer: had
Jo ___ finished the letter before Laurie arrived. (had/has)
Answer: had
They ___ already left when we came. (had/have)
Answer: had
He ___ not returned by noon. (had/has)
Answer: had
The children ___ gone out before the rain started. (had/has)
Answer: had
You ___ done it earlier. (had/has)
Answer: had
I ___ completed my homework. (had/has)
Answer: had
We ___ never travelled abroad. (had/has)
Answer: had
___ he help you with the bags? (Does/Do)
Answer: Does
___ they know the answer? (Does/Do)
Answer: Do
___ she live here? (Does/Do)
Answer: Does
___ you understand the story? (Does/Do)
Answer: Do
___ I need to speak now? (Does/Do)
Answer: Do
___ it belong to you? (Does/Do)
Answer: Does
___ Jo like kittens? (Does/Do)
Answer: Does
___ we have time to visit the museum? (Does/Do)
Answer: Do
___ Beth play the piano well? (Does/Do)
Answer: Does
___ the sisters enjoy the evening? (Does/Do)
Answer: Do
___ you go to school yesterday? (Did/Do)
Answer: Did
___ he call you last night? (Did/Do)
Answer: Did
___ they bring their books? (Did/Do)
Answer: Did
___ she complete her drawing? (Did/Do)
Answer: Did
___ Laurie attend the concert? (Did/Do)
Answer: Did
___ Amy participate in the race? (Did/Do)
Answer: Did
___ we submit the project in time? (Did/Do)
Answer: Did
___ it rain last night? (Did/Does)
Answer: Did
___ Jo return the novel to the shelf? (Did/Do)
Answer: Did
___ you see the snowfall? (Did/Do)
Answer: Did

Verbs

She ___ to school every day. (go/goes)
Answer: goes
They ___ football in the evening. (play/plays)
Answer: play
Laurie ___ the piano beautifully. (play/plays)
Answer: plays
Jo ___ the story yesterday. (write/wrote)
Answer: wrote
We ___ to the museum last Sunday. (go/went)
Answer: went
He ___ the door before leaving. (shut/shuts)
Answer: shut
The girls ___ happy to see the kittens. (was/were)
Answer: were
I ___ the answer to this question. (know/knows)
Answer: know
You ___ very well today. (sing/sings)
Answer: sing
She ___ the homework before dinner. (finish/finished)
Answer: finished
It ___ heavily last night. (rains/rained)
Answer: rained
They always ___ tea in the evening. (have/has)
Answer: have
Jo and Meg ___ to the party together. (come/came)
Answer: came
I ___ to meet your grandfather. (want/wants)
Answer: want
He ___ his books on the shelf. (keep/keeps)
Answer: keeps
We ___ the work by noon. (complete/completed)
Answer: completed
The cat ___ under the table. (sit/sits)
Answer: sits
The boys ___ to school in a bus. (go/goes)
Answer: go
Jo ___ her hair every morning. (brush/brushes)
Answer: brushes
Beth ___ the piano softly. (play/plays)
Answer: plays
The students ___ quietly in the class. (sit/sits)
Answer: sit
The sun ___ in the east. (rise/rises)
Answer: rises
They ___ a gift for Laurie. (buy/bought)
Answer: bought
He ___ his breakfast quickly. (eat/ate)
Answer: ate
I ___ him in the morning. (see/saw)
Answer: saw
She ___ a letter to her friend. (write/writes)
Answer: writes
Laurie ___ his friends often. (visit/visits)
Answer: visits
You ___ well in the test. (perform/performed)
Answer: performed
Jo ___ with a smile. (reply/replied)
Answer: replied
The dog ___ loudly at night. (bark/barks)
Answer: barks
The baby ___ when it was hungry. (cry/cried)
Answer: cried
They ___ out before it started raining. (go/went)
Answer: went
We ___ the dishes after dinner. (wash/washed)
Answer: washed
He always ___ his work on time. (finish/finishes)
Answer: finishes
The tree ___ many flowers. (bear/bears)
Answer: bears
The children ___ stories every night. (read/reads)
Answer: read
She ___ her hand in greeting. (raise/raised)
Answer: raised
You ___ the rules very well. (know/knows)
Answer: know
I ___ your message this morning. (receive/received)
Answer: received
The teacher ___ the answer patiently. (explain/explained)
Answer: explained
They ___ in the park every day. (walk/walks)
Answer: walk
Meg ___ cakes on Sundays. (bake/bakes)
Answer: bakes
We ___ a song together. (sing/sang)
Answer: sang
Laurie ___ with a kind heart. (act/acts)
Answer: acts
The man ___ early for work. (leave/leaves)
Answer: leaves
I ___ a novel last weekend. (read/read)
Answer: read (past tense pronunciation: red)
She ___ a beautiful drawing. (make/made)
Answer: made
The boys ___ cricket yesterday. (play/played)
Answer: played
He ___ a loud noise. (hear/heard)
Answer: heard
You ___ that story before. (hear/have heard)
Answer: have heard

Identify the correct Tense

She writes letters every day.
Answer: Simple Present Tense
They went to the library yesterday.
Answer: Simple Past Tense
I am reading a novel now.
Answer: Present Continuous Tense
He has finished his homework.
Answer: Present Perfect Tense
The students had left before I arrived.
Answer: Past Perfect Tense
We were watching a movie.
Answer: Past Continuous Tense
She will go to the market tomorrow.
Answer: Simple Future Tense
They have been studying for hours.
Answer: Present Perfect Continuous Tense
Jo was writing a story.
Answer: Past Continuous Tense
I had been working all day.
Answer: Past Perfect Continuous Tense
You will be waiting at the station.
Answer: Future Continuous Tense
Laurie will have finished the task by 5 PM.
Answer: Future Perfect Tense
She will have been studying for three years by next March.
Answer: Future Perfect Continuous Tense
The dog barks at strangers.
Answer: Simple Present Tense
I saw her at the park.
Answer: Simple Past Tense
They are singing a song.
Answer: Present Continuous Tense
He has been living in Delhi since 2015.
Answer: Present Perfect Continuous Tense
We will visit the museum next week.
Answer: Simple Future Tense
She had done all the work.
Answer: Past Perfect Tense
The boys were playing football.
Answer: Past Continuous Tense
I am going to the market now.
Answer: Present Continuous Tense
He has written many stories.
Answer: Present Perfect Tense
Jo will be writing her essay in the evening.
Answer: Future Continuous Tense
You had been reading for two hours.
Answer: Past Perfect Continuous Tense
Laurie writes poems regularly.
Answer: Simple Present Tense
We were studying when the lights went out.
Answer: Past Continuous Tense
I will have completed the work by tomorrow.
Answer: Future Perfect Tense
She does not eat meat.
Answer: Simple Present Tense
They did not see the notice.
Answer: Simple Past Tense
We are learning English grammar.
Answer: Present Continuous Tense
You have never been to Kashmir.
Answer: Present Perfect Tense
She was singing when I entered.
Answer: Past Continuous Tense
I shall meet her tomorrow.
Answer: Simple Future Tense
They have been playing chess all afternoon.
Answer: Present Perfect Continuous Tense
The children had slept before their parents came home.
Answer: Past Perfect Tense
He has painted the wall.
Answer: Present Perfect Tense
You are always helping others.
Answer: Present Continuous Tense
I had been waiting for an hour.
Answer: Past Perfect Continuous Tense
She will have been working for ten years by next June.
Answer: Future Perfect Continuous Tense
They are going to watch a movie.
Answer: Present Continuous Tense
He did not attend the class.
Answer: Simple Past Tense
I have just finished my breakfast.
Answer: Present Perfect Tense
The bell was ringing loudly.
Answer: Past Continuous Tense
She has been preparing for the exam.
Answer: Present Perfect Continuous Tense
I wrote a letter to her.
Answer: Simple Past Tense
He is drawing a picture.
Answer: Present Continuous Tense
They will not go to the party.
Answer: Simple Future Tense
We were being scolded by the teacher.
Answer: Past Continuous Passive Voice
She will be joining the class soon.
Answer: Future Continuous Tense
I had taken the test before you arrived.
Answer: Past Perfect Tense

Punctuation

what a beautiful day
Answer: What a beautiful day!
wheres your book
Answer: Where’s your book?
jo said i love reading
Answer: Jo said, “I love reading.”
laurie is tall strong and smart
Answer: Laurie is tall, strong, and smart.
i cant believe this
Answer: I can’t believe this!
she asked are you coming with us
Answer: She asked, “Are you coming with us?”
no i havent seen him today
Answer: No, I haven’t seen him today.
today is monday isnt it
Answer: Today is Monday, isn’t it?
the books pen and bag are on the table
Answer: The books, pen, and bag are on the table.
stop dont go there
Answer: Stop! Don’t go there.
she said i am very tired
Answer: She said, “I am very tired.”
its joes notebook
Answer: It’s Joe’s notebook.
laurie asked can i join you
Answer: Laurie asked, “Can I join you?”
he is honest brave and humble
Answer: He is honest, brave, and humble.
theyre not ready yet
Answer: They’re not ready yet.
oh what a mess
Answer: Oh, what a mess!
lets go to the park
Answer: Let’s go to the park.
the answer is simple study hard
Answer: The answer is simple: study hard.
silence he said
Answer: “Silence!” he said.
my sisters name is amy
Answer: My sister’s name is Amy.
wow this is amazing
Answer: Wow! This is amazing.
when will the train arrive
Answer: When will the train arrive?
yes i finished the project
Answer: Yes, I finished the project.
she was late however the teacher allowed her
Answer: She was late; however, the teacher allowed her.
laurie said youre always welcome
Answer: Laurie said, “You’re always welcome.”
the tree was tall green and full of fruit
Answer: The tree was tall, green, and full of fruit.
i know the answer do you
Answer: I know the answer. Do you?
wait i forgot my bag
Answer: Wait! I forgot my bag.
it is beths turn
Answer: It is Beth’s turn.
are you serious
Answer: Are you serious?
i enjoy reading drawing and writing
Answer: I enjoy reading, drawing, and writing.
he said i will return tomorrow
Answer: He said, “I will return tomorrow.”
no thanks
Answer: No, thanks.
this is unbelievable
Answer: This is unbelievable!
hes gone to school
Answer: He’s gone to school.
have you met laurie
Answer: Have you met Laurie?
run shouted jo
Answer: “Run!” shouted Jo.
she has two pets a cat and a dog
Answer: She has two pets: a cat and a dog.
im not interested
Answer: I’m not interested.
they said we must leave now
Answer: They said, “We must leave now.”
is that your sisters bag
Answer: Is that your sister’s bag?
what an exciting match
Answer: What an exciting match!
we waited but he never came
Answer: We waited, but he never came.
jo loves reading laurie prefers drawing
Answer: Jo loves reading; Laurie prefers drawing.
she hasnt completed her homework
Answer: She hasn’t completed her homework.
i told you already
Answer: I told you already.
please come in
Answer: Please, come in.
she whispered be careful
Answer: She whispered, “Be careful.”
the following students were present jo meg beth and amy
Answer: The following students were present: Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy.
oh no i dropped it
Answer: Oh no! I dropped it.

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