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f. She had been swabbing the wound regularly (so/however/
because) it didn’t get well soon.
g. Mr. Ahmed was flaying the buffalo when his friend (had handed/

was handing/ handed) him a big knife.

h. (A/The/Nothing) gold is probably the most
used metal for jewelry in Nepal.

i. The commander along with his soldiers (are/
is/will) going to traverse the forest at night.

j. Her parents, (among/between) others were quite privy to her
intelligence.

k. My father (got/had/made) me to push her aside.
l. I have my goods and chattels (pack/to pack/packed). I’m

leaving soon.
4. Reproduce the following sentences as indicated.

a. He didn’t render his service either. (affirmative)
b. He always waked up late. (yes-no question)

c. The Ambassador reported the minister that the people of Nepal
were developing an anti-India sentiment. (direct speech)

d. Suleman said to Daniel, “It was raining cats and dogs in Kingston
yesterday.” (indirect speech)

e. Saman said to his mother, “Why don’t you go to my school?”
(indirect speech)

f. Mukti asked Prastav when he got angry. direct speech)
g. The orange was peeled off by grandma. (active voice)

h. The officials will adjure the people soon to set off
for a safe place. (passive voice)

i. The gluttonous driver is licking the ketchup on the
wall. (passive voice)

j. This matter can be settled in a minute. (active voice)

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