Vaathi's 500 Grammar Questions PDF

Vaathi's 500 Grammar Questions Determiners (Questions 1–100) Q1. Fill in the blank:​ I saw ___ elephant in the zoo.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Elephant” begins with a vowel sound, so we use “an.” Q2. Fill in the blank:​ She ate ___ apple for breakfast.​ Answer: an​...

Vaathi's 500 Grammar Questions Determiners (Questions 1–100) Q1. Fill in the blank:​ I saw ___ elephant in the zoo.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Elephant” begins with a vowel sound, so we use “an.” Q2. Fill in the blank:​ She ate ___ apple for breakfast.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Apple” starts with a vowel sound. Q3. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ book on the table is mine.”​ Options: A, An, The, Some​ Answer: The​ Explanation: A specific book is being referred to. Q4. Fill in the blank:​ There are ___ students in our class.​ Options: many / much​ Answer: many​ Explanation: “Students” is a countable noun. Q5. Fill in the blank:​ There is ___ water in the bottle.​ Options: many / much​ Answer: much​ Explanation: “Water” is uncountable. Q6. Fill in the blank:​ I have ___ advice for you.​ Answer: some​ Explanation: “Advice” is uncountable and “some” is used in affirmative sentences. Q7. Fill in the blank:​ He is ___ honest man.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Honest” begins with a silent “h” and a vowel sound. Q8. Fill in the blank:​ I saw ___ movie last night.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Movie” begins with a consonant sound. Q9. Error Correction:​ “He has an unique idea.”​ Corrected: He has a unique idea.​ Explanation: Although “unique” begins with a vowel letter, its sound is /juː/ (a consonant sound), so use “a.” Q10. Fill in the blank:​ I don't have ___ time to waste.​ Answer: any​ Explanation: In negative sentences with uncountable nouns, “any” is used. Q11. Fill in the blank:​ The water in ___ pool is cold.​ Answer: the​ Explanation: Refers to specific water (in the pool). Q12. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ students were absent today.”​ Options: Some, Any, Few, None​ Answer: Some​ Explanation: “Some” indicates an unspecified number. Q13. Fill in the blank:​ There are ___ chairs in the hall.​ Options: several, many, few, any​ Answer: several​ Explanation: “Several” denotes an indefinite but countable number. Q14. Error Correction:​ “I need a advice.”​ Corrected: I need some advice.​ Explanation: “Advice” is uncountable. Q15. Fill in the blank:​ ___ book did you choose?​ Answer: Which​ Explanation: “Which” is used to ask for a choice among a set. Q16. Fill in the blank:​ I have read ___ interesting article.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Interesting” begins with a vowel sound. Q17. Fill in the blank:​ He has ___ little money left.​ Answer: little​ Explanation: “Little” (without “a”) indicates a small amount. Q18. Fill in the blank:​ There are ___ apples on the tree.​ Answer: a few​ Explanation: “A few” is used with countable nouns to denote a small number. Q19. Fill in the blank:​ I haven't got ___ ideas about this.​ Answer: many​ Explanation: In negative sentences with countable nouns, “many” is appropriate. Q20. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ of these cars is yours.”​ Answer: Which​ Explanation: “Which” is used when selecting from a definite group. Q21. Fill in the blank:​ He didn't bring ___ luggage to the trip.​ Answer: any​ Explanation: Negative sentences with countable items (when used in a general sense) use “any.” Q22. Fill in the blank:​ They bought ___ new houses last year.​ Options: a, an, some, the​ Answer: some​ Explanation: “Some” denotes an unspecified plural quantity. Q23. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ girl in the class is my friend.”​ Options: A, An, The​ Answer: The​ Explanation: A particular girl is being referred to. Q24. Fill in the blank:​ I need ___ sugar for my tea.​ Answer: some​ Explanation: “Sugar” is uncountable. Q25. Error Correction:​ “She gave me a useful advice.”​ Corrected: She gave me useful advice.​ Explanation: No article is used with uncountable “advice.” Q26. Fill in the blank:​ ___ flowers in the garden are blooming.​ Answer: The​ Explanation: Specific flowers are being described. Q27. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ car is parked outside.”​ Options: A, An, The, Some​ Answer: The​ Explanation: Refers to a particular car. Q28. Fill in the blank:​ I have ___ umbrella.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Umbrella” begins with a vowel sound. Q29. Fill in the blank:​ There are ___ books on the shelf.​ Answer: several​ Explanation: “Several” indicates more than a few. Q30. Fill in the blank:​ He doesn't have ___ friends in the city.​ Answer: many​ Explanation: Negative sentence with a countable plural noun. Q31. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ of the students failed the exam.”​ Options: None, Some, A, An​ Answer: Some​ Explanation: “Some” implies an unspecified portion. Q32. Fill in the blank:​ I would like ___ cup of tea, please.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Cup” is singular and countable. Q33. Fill in the blank:​ We saw ___ eagle in the sky.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Eagle” begins with a vowel sound. Q34. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ water in this bottle is cold.”​ Answer: The​ Explanation: Refers to specific water. Q35. Fill in the blank:​ He wants to buy ___ new computer.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Computer” begins with a consonant sound. Q36. Fill in the blank:​ There isn't ___ milk left in the fridge.​ Answer: any​ Explanation: Negative sentence with an uncountable noun. Q37. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ people attended the concert.”​ Options: Many, Much, Few, A few​ Answer: Many​ Explanation: “People” is plural and countable. Q38. Fill in the blank:​ She has read ___ articles about climate change.​ Answer: several​ Explanation: “Articles” is countable and “several” indicates more than a few. Q39. Error Correction:​ “He is a best student in the class.”​ Corrected: He is the best student in the class.​ Explanation: Superlative adjectives take “the.” Q40. Fill in the blank:​ ___ information you provided was helpful.​ Answer: The​ Explanation: Refers to specific information. Q41. Fill in the blank:​ They need ___ new teacher.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Teacher” is singular and countable. Q42. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ oranges do you want?”​ Answer: How many​ Explanation: “How many” is used for countable plural items. Q43. Fill in the blank:​ I have read ___ fascinating book.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Book” is singular countable. Q44. Fill in the blank:​ We need to buy ___ more volunteers.​ Answer: some​ Explanation: “Some” indicates an unspecified number. Q45. Error Correction:​ “I bought an expensive watch yesterday, it was a unique design.”​ Corrected: I bought an expensive watch yesterday; it was a unique design.​ Explanation: “Expensive” correctly takes “an” (vowel sound), and “unique” takes “a” (consonant sound). Q46. Fill in the blank:​ There are ___ people waiting outside.​ Answer: several​ Explanation: “People” is plural. Q47. Fill in the blank:​ ___ little noise can be heard.​ Answer: A little​ Explanation: “A little” is used with uncountable nouns to indicate a small amount. Q48. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ furniture in this store is expensive.”​ Answer: The​ Explanation: Refers to specific furniture. Q49. Fill in the blank:​ ___ teacher in our school is very kind.​ Answer: Every​ Explanation: “Every” refers to each individual member of a group. Q50. Fill in the blank:​ I did not see ___ bird in the park.​ Answer: a single​ Explanation: “A single” emphasizes that not even one was seen. Q51. Fill in the blank:​ ___ of the apples is rotten.​ Answer: One​ Explanation: Refers to one specific apple among many. Q52. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ women in the team are experienced.”​ Answer: Most​ Explanation: “Most” denotes the majority. Q53. Fill in the blank:​ He has visited ___ countries.​ Answer: many​ Explanation: “Countries” is countable and plural. Q54. Fill in the blank:​ We have ___ homework to do.​ Answer: a lot of​ Explanation: Indicates a large amount. Q55. Error Correction:​ “She gave me a advice about my career.”​ Corrected: She gave me advice about my career.​ Explanation: “Advice” is uncountable. Q56. Fill in the blank:​ ___ one of the solutions is correct.​ Answer: Only​ Explanation: “Only” emphasizes exclusivity. Q57. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ student should submit the assignment by tomorrow.”​ Answer: Every​ Explanation: “Every” indicates each individual in a group. Q58. Fill in the blank:​ He has read ___ large number of books this year.​ Answer: a large number of​ Explanation: Indicates many countable items. Q59. Fill in the blank:​ I have seen ___ interesting play at the theatre.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Interesting” starts with a vowel sound. Q60. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ actor won the award?”​ Answer: Which​ Explanation: Used to ask for a specific choice. Q61. Fill in the blank:​ She didn’t bring ___ pen to the exam.​ Answer: any​ Explanation: In negative sentences with countable items, “any” is used. Q62. Fill in the blank:​ ___ cookies are left in the jar?​ Answer: How many​ Explanation: “How many” is used for countable plural items. Q63. Error Correction:​ “This is a most unique opportunity.”​ Corrected: This is a unique opportunity.​ Explanation: “Unique” means one of a kind; “most unique” is redundant. Q64. Fill in the blank:​ He has ___ few friends in this town.​ Answer: very few​ Explanation: “Very few” emphasizes a small number. Q65. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ of the students were selected.”​ Options: Several, Many, Few, A few​ Answer: A few​ Explanation: “A few” indicates a small, countable number. Q66. Fill in the blank:​ There is ___ error in your essay.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Error” is singular and countable. Q67. Fill in the blank:​ I have never seen ___ rainbow like that.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Rainbow” is singular and countable. Q68. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ of these pictures is your favorite?”​ Answer: Which​ Explanation: Used to choose from a set. Q69. Fill in the blank:​ They have ___ knowledge of French.​ Answer: some​ Explanation: “Knowledge” is uncountable. Q70. Fill in the blank:​ We need to buy ___ new furniture for the house.​ Answer: some​ Explanation: “Furniture” is uncountable. Q71. Error Correction:​ “A little of people were invited to the party.”​ Corrected: Only a few people were invited to the party.​ Explanation: “A little” is used with uncountable nouns; for countable plural, use “a few.” Q72. Fill in the blank:​ ___ milk do you drink every morning?​ Answer: How much​ Explanation: “Milk” is uncountable. Q73. Fill in the blank:​ He bought ___ expensive car.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Expensive” begins with a vowel sound. Q74. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ children enjoy playing in the park.”​ Answer: Most​ Explanation: Refers to the majority of children. Q75. Fill in the blank:​ That is ___ most remarkable achievement.​ Answer: the​ Explanation: Superlative adjectives require “the.” Q76. Fill in the blank:​ ___ couple has decided to move abroad.​ Answer: The​ Explanation: Refers to a specific couple. Q77. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ of these flowers is red.”​ Answer: Which​ Explanation: Used when selecting one from many. Q78. Fill in the blank:​ I have ___ umbrella in my bag.​ Answer: an​ Explanation: “Umbrella” begins with a vowel sound. Q79. Fill in the blank:​ There are ___ errors in this report.​ Answer: several​ Explanation: “Errors” is plural. Q80. Fill in the blank:​ He did not have ___ money to buy the gift.​ Answer: enough​ Explanation: “Enough” indicates sufficient quantity. Q81. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ students passed the exam?”​ Answer: How many​ Explanation: Used to ask about the number in a countable set. Q82. Fill in the blank:​ I need to buy ___ new pair of shoes.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Pair” is singular and countable. Q83. Error Correction:​ “There is a few sugar left.”​ Corrected: There is little sugar left.​ Explanation: “Sugar” is uncountable; use “little.” Q84. Fill in the blank:​ She has read ___ books this month.​ Answer: many​ Explanation: “Books” is countable and plural. Q85. Fill in the blank:​ ___ of my friends are coming to the party.​ Answer: Some​ Explanation: Indicates an unspecified portion. Q86. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ dog is barking?”​ Answer: Which​ Explanation: Used to select a specific one. Q87. Fill in the blank:​ I need to buy ___ new computer.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Computer” is singular. Q88. Fill in the blank:​ ___ information is available on the website.​ Answer: All​ Explanation: “All” refers to the total amount. Q89. Fill in the blank:​ There is ___ difference between the two proposals.​ Answer: no​ Explanation: “No” indicates zero difference. Q90. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ little effort makes a big difference.”​ Answer: A​ Explanation: “A little” indicates a small, yet significant, amount. Q91. Fill in the blank:​ ___ time I spend with her is precious.​ Answer: Every​ Explanation: “Every” emphasizes each individual instance. Q92. Fill in the blank:​ I have ___ idea about this problem.​ Answer: no​ Explanation: “No” indicates the absence of any idea. Q93. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ employee in our office is punctual.”​ Answer: Every​ Explanation: “Every” implies each one without exception. Q94. Fill in the blank:​ He made ___ mistake during the presentation.​ Answer: a​ Explanation: “Mistake” is singular and countable. Q95. Fill in the blank:​ There were ___ people at the event.​ Answer: numerous​ Explanation: “Numerous” indicates a large number. Q96. Choose the correct determiner:​ “___ of the books on the shelf is mine.”​ Answer: One​ Explanation: Specifies a particular book. Q97. Fill in the blank:​ ___ houses on this street are over 100 years old.​ Answer: Many​ Explanation: “Houses” is plural. Q98. Fill in the blank:​ I don’t have ___ patience with his behavior.​ Answer: much​ Explanation: “Patience” is uncountable. Q99. Error Correction:​ “She is a best singer.”​ Corrected: She is the best singer.​ Explanation: Superlatives require the definite article “the.” Q100. Fill in the blank:​ ___ of the information provided is accurate.​ Answer: Some​ Explanation: Indicates that a part of the whole is accurate. Tenses (Questions 101–200) Q101. Fill in the blank (Present Simple):​ She ___ (go) to school every day.​ Answer: goes​ Explanation: Third-person singular in the present simple takes “-es.” Q102. Rewrite in Past Simple:​ Direct: “I am happy.”​ Answer: I was happy.​ Explanation: “Am” (present) becomes “was” in the past. Q103. Fill in the blank (Past Continuous):​ They ___ (play) football when it started raining.​ Answer: were playing​ Explanation: Past continuous is formed by “was/were + verb–ing.” Q104. Error Correction:​ “He don’t like ice cream.”​ Corrected: He doesn’t like ice cream.​ Explanation: Third-person singular in present simple uses “doesn’t.” Q105. Convert to Future Simple:​ Direct: “I finish my work.”​ Answer: I will finish my work.​ Explanation: Future simple uses “will + base verb.” Q106. Rewrite in Present Perfect:​ Direct: “She completes the assignment.”​ Answer: She has completed the assignment.​ Explanation: Present perfect: “has/have + past participle.” Q107. Fill in the blank (Past Perfect):​ By the time I arrived, they ___ (leave).​ Answer: had left​ Explanation: Past perfect uses “had + past participle.” Q108. Rewrite in Present Continuous:​ Direct: “They read a book.”​ Answer: They are reading a book.​ Explanation: Present continuous: “am/is/are + verb–ing.” Q109. Error Correction:​ “I was go to the market.”​ Corrected: I was going to the market.​ Explanation: Past continuous requires the “–ing” form. Q110. Convert to Future Continuous:​ Direct: “She cooks dinner.”​ Answer: She will be cooking dinner.​ Explanation: Future continuous: “will be + verb–ing.” Q111. Rewrite in Past Simple:​ Direct: “We are enjoying the party.”​ Answer: We enjoyed the party.​ Explanation: Shifts from continuous to simple past. Q112. Fill in the blank (Present Perfect Continuous):​ He ___ (work) here for five years.​ Answer: has been working​ Explanation: Present perfect continuous: “has/have been + verb–ing.” Q113. Convert to Future Perfect:​ Direct: “I finish the project by tomorrow.”​ Answer: I will have finished the project by tomorrow.​ Explanation: Future perfect: “will have + past participle.” Q114. Fill in the blank (Past Perfect Continuous):​ They ___ (study) for two hours before the exam.​ Answer: had been studying​ Explanation: Past perfect continuous: “had been + verb–ing.” Q115. Rewrite in Past Simple:​ Direct: “She sings beautifully.”​ Answer: She sang beautifully.​ Explanation: Simple past form of “sings” is “sang.” Q116. Fill in the blank (Present Simple Negative):​ He ___ (not/like) spicy food.​ Answer: does not like​ Explanation: Negative with third-person singular in present simple uses “does not.” Q117. Rewrite in Future Simple:​ Direct: “They travel to Paris.”​ Answer: They will travel to Paris.​ Explanation: Future simple uses “will + base verb.” Q118. Error Correction:​ “I goed to the store yesterday.”​ Corrected: I went to the store yesterday.​ Explanation: Correct past form of “go” is “went.” Q119. Convert to Present Continuous:​ Direct: “The baby sleeps.”​ Answer: The baby is sleeping.​ Explanation: Present continuous: “is sleeping.” Q120. Fill in the blank (Past Simple):​ We ___ (see) a movie last weekend.​ Answer: saw​ Explanation: “See” in past simple is “saw.” Q121. Rewrite in Present Perfect:​ Direct: “They finish their homework.”​ Answer: They have finished their homework.​ Explanation: Present perfect: “have finished.” Q122. Fill in the blank (Future Simple Negative):​ She ___ (not/attend) the meeting tomorrow.​ Answer: will not attend​ Explanation: Future simple negative uses “will not.” Q123. Convert to Past Continuous:​ Direct: “He reads a book.”​ Answer: He was reading a book.​ Explanation: Past continuous: “was reading.” Q124. Rewrite in Future Continuous:​ Direct: “We watch a play.”​ Answer: We will be watching a play.​ Explanation: Future continuous: “will be watching.” Q125. Error Correction:​ “They was happy about the news.”​ Corrected: They were happy about the news.​ Explanation: Plural subjects require “were.” Q126. Fill in the blank (Past Simple):​ I ___ (study) English for two hours yesterday.​ Answer: studied​ Explanation: Past simple of “study” is “studied.” Q127. Rewrite in Present Perfect:​ Direct: “She writes three letters today.”​ Answer: She has written three letters today.​ Explanation: Present perfect: “has written.” Q128. Fill in the blank (Future Perfect Continuous):​ By next month, he ___ (work) here for a year.​ Answer: will have been working​ Explanation: Future perfect continuous: “will have been + verb–ing.” Q129. Convert to Past Simple:​ Direct: “I am feeling tired.”​ Answer: I felt tired.​ Explanation: “Am feeling” becomes “felt” in the past. Q130. Fill in the blank (Present Continuous Negative):​ They ___ (not/play) in the garden.​ Answer: are not playing​ Explanation: Negative form of present continuous. Q131. Rewrite in Future Simple:​ Direct: “It rains a lot in summer.”​ Answer: It will rain a lot in summer.​ Explanation: Future simple for predictions. Q132. Error Correction:​ “She have been to London.”​ Corrected: She has been to London.​ Explanation: Third-person singular requires “has.” Q133. Fill in the blank (Present Perfect Continuous):​ We ___ (wait) here for over an hour.​ Answer: have been waiting​ Explanation: Present perfect continuous: “have been waiting.” Q134. Convert to Future Perfect:​ Direct: “They finish the work by next week.”​ Answer: They will have finished the work by next week.​ Explanation: Future perfect: “will have finished.” Q135. Rewrite in Past Perfect:​ Direct: “I see the accident.”​ Answer: I had seen the accident.​ Explanation: Past perfect of “see” is “had seen.” Q136. Fill in the blank (Present Simple):​ He ___ (drive) to work every day.​ Answer: drives​ Explanation: Third-person singular in present simple takes “-s” or “-es.” Q137. Rewrite in Present Continuous:​ Direct: “They study in the library.”​ Answer: They are studying in the library.​ Explanation: Present continuous uses “are studying.” Q138. Fill in the blank (Past Simple Negative):​ He ___ (not/like) the movie.​ Answer: did not like​ Explanation: Past simple negative uses “did not” + base form. Q139. Rewrite in Future Continuous:​ Direct: “I read a book.”​ Answer: I will be reading a book.​ Explanation: Future continuous: “will be reading.” Q140. Error Correction:​ “They was working on the project.”​ Corrected: They were working on the project.​ Explanation: Plural subjects require “were.” Q141. Fill in the blank (Present Perfect):​ She ___ (finish) her assignment already.​ Answer: has finished​ Explanation: Present perfect with “already” shows completion. Q142. Convert to Past Perfect Continuous:​ Direct: “He works on his car all day.”​ Answer: He had been working on his car all day.​ Explanation: Past perfect continuous: “had been working.” Q143. Rewrite in Future Perfect:​ Direct: “I complete my studies.”​ Answer: I will have completed my studies.​ Explanation: Future perfect: “will have completed.” Q144. Fill in the blank:​ By next year, they ___ (live) in this city for a decade.​ Answer: will have lived​ Explanation: Future perfect expresses a completed action by a future time. Q145. Rewrite in Present Continuous:​ Direct: “The dog sleeps on the mat.”​ Answer: The dog is sleeping on the mat.​ Explanation: Present continuous: “is sleeping.” Q146. Fill in the blank (Past Simple):​ We ___ (enjoy) the party last night.​ Answer: enjoyed​ Explanation: Past simple of “enjoy” is “enjoyed.” Q147. Rewrite in Present Perfect Continuous:​ Direct: “She works here since 2010.”​ Answer: She has been working here since 2010.​ Explanation: Present perfect continuous is used for actions starting in the past and continuing to the present. Q148. Fill in the blank (Future Continuous Negative):​ They ___ (not/attend) the meeting at 10 AM tomorrow.​ Answer: will not be attending​ Explanation: Future continuous negative form. Q149. Convert to Past Simple:​ Direct: “I am hungry.”​ Answer: I was hungry.​ Explanation: “Am hungry” becomes “was hungry” in the past. Q150. Fill in the blank (Present Simple Question):​ ___ she go to school every day?​ Answer: Does​ Explanation: “Does” is used to form questions with third-person singular. Q151. Rewrite in Future Perfect Continuous:​ Direct: “He works here for five years.”​ Answer: He will have been working here for five years.​ Explanation: Future perfect continuous: “will have been working.” Q152. Fill in the blank (Present Perfect):​ She ___ (be) my friend since childhood.​ Answer: has been​ Explanation: “Has been” is used with “since” to denote duration. Q153. Convert to Past Continuous:​ Direct: “They eat dinner.”​ Answer: They were eating dinner.​ Explanation: Past continuous: “were eating.” Q154. Fill in the blank (Future Simple Question):​ ___ you join us for dinner tonight?​ Answer: Will​ Explanation: Future simple questions use “will.” Q155. Error Correction:​ “I am go to school.”​ Corrected: I am going to school.​ Explanation: Present continuous requires the “–ing” form. Q156. Rewrite in Present Perfect:​ Direct: “We finish the project.”​ Answer: We have finished the project.​ Explanation: Present perfect: “have finished.” Q157. Fill in the blank (Past Perfect):​ By the time he arrived, we ___ (start) eating.​ Answer: had started​ Explanation: Past perfect: “had started.” Q158. Convert to Future Continuous:​ Direct: “They play tennis every weekend.”​ Answer: They will be playing tennis every weekend.​ Explanation: Future continuous: “will be playing.” Q159. Fill in the blank (Present Perfect Continuous):​ I ___ (read) that book for hours.​ Answer: have been reading​ Explanation: Present perfect continuous: “have been reading.” Q160. Rewrite in Past Simple:​ Direct: “She is tired.”​ Answer: She was tired.​ Explanation: “Is tired” becomes “was tired” in the past. Q161. Fill in the blank (Present Continuous Negative):​ He ___ (not/listen) to music right now.​ Answer: is not listening​ Explanation: Negative present continuous: “is not listening.” Q162. Convert to Future Perfect:​ Direct: “I write three essays.”​ Answer: I will have written three essays.​ Explanation: Future perfect: “will have written.” Q163. Error Correction:​ “They has finished their work.”​ Corrected: They have finished their work.​ Explanation: Plural subjects require “have.” Q164. Fill in the blank (Past Continuous):​ She ___ (dance) when the music stopped.​ Answer: was dancing​ Explanation: Past continuous: “was dancing.” Q165. Rewrite in Future Simple:​ Direct: “We leave tomorrow.”​ Answer: We will leave tomorrow.​ Explanation: Future simple: “will leave.” Q166. Fill in the blank (Present Perfect Negative):​ He ___ (not/finish) his meal yet.​ Answer: has not finished​ Explanation: Negative present perfect: “has not finished.” Q167. Convert to Past Perfect:​ Direct: “I see that movie before.”​ Answer: I had seen that movie before.​ Explanation: Past perfect: “had seen.” Q168. Rewrite in Future Continuous:​ Direct: “She works on the project.”​ Answer: She will be working on the project.​ Explanation: Future continuous: “will be working.” Q169. Fill in the blank (Present Simple Negative):​ They ___ (not/understand) the lesson.​ Answer: do not understand​ Explanation: Present simple negative uses “do not” with the base verb. Q170. Convert to Past Continuous:​ Direct: “I write a letter.”​ Answer: I was writing a letter.​ Explanation: Past continuous: “was writing.” Q171. Fill in the blank (Future Simple):​ He ___ (arrive) soon.​ Answer: will arrive​ Explanation: Future simple uses “will.” Q172. Rewrite in Present Perfect Continuous:​ Direct: “They work on this project for months.”​ Answer: They have been working on this project for months.​ Explanation: Present perfect continuous: “have been working.” Q173. Fill in the blank (Future Perfect):​ By the time you come, I ___ (finish) dinner.​ Answer: will have finished​ Explanation: Future perfect: “will have finished.” Q174. Error Correction:​ “She don’t know the answer.”​ Corrected: She doesn’t know the answer.​ Explanation: Third-person singular in present simple uses “doesn’t.” Q175. Convert to Past Simple:​ Direct: “I feel happy.”​ Answer: I felt happy.​ Explanation: Past simple of “feel” is “felt.” Q176. Fill in the blank (Present Simple):​ He ___ (work) in a bank.​ Answer: works​ Explanation: Third-person singular takes “works.” Q177. Rewrite in Future Perfect Continuous:​ Direct: “They study here for years.”​ Answer: They will have been studying here for years.​ Explanation: Future perfect continuous: “will have been studying.” Q178. Fill in the blank (Past Perfect):​ By the time the show started, we ___ (arrive).​ Answer: had arrived​ Explanation: Past perfect: “had arrived.” Q179. Convert to Present Continuous:​ Direct: “The children play in the garden.”​ Answer: The children are playing in the garden.​ Explanation: Present continuous: “are playing.” Q180. Fill in the blank (Future Simple Negative):​ She ___ (not/visit) the museum tomorrow.​ Answer: will not visit​ Explanation: Future simple negative uses “will not.” Q181. Rewrite in Past Perfect Continuous:​ Direct: “I work on the project all day.”​ Answer: I had been working on the project all day.​ Explanation: Past perfect continuous: “had been working.” Q182. Fill in the blank (Present Perfect):​ We ___ (complete) our homework.​ Answer: have completed​ Explanation: Present perfect: “have completed.” Q183. Convert to Past Simple:​ Direct: “They are happy.”​ Answer: They were happy.​ Explanation: “Are happy” becomes “were happy” in the past. Q184. Fill in the blank (Future Continuous):​ At 8 PM, I ___ (watch) the movie.​ Answer: will be watching​ Explanation: Future continuous: “will be watching.” Q185. Error Correction:​ “He go to work every day.”​ Corrected: He goes to work every day.​ Explanation: Third-person singular in present simple requires “goes.” Q186. Rewrite in Present Perfect Continuous:​ Direct: “I study for the exam.”​ Answer: I have been studying for the exam.​ Explanation: Present perfect continuous: “have been studying.” Q187. Fill in the blank (Past Simple):​ She ___ (cry) when she heard the news.​ Answer: cried​ Explanation: Past simple of “cry” is “cried.” Q188. Convert to Future Perfect:​ Direct: “They finish the project.”​ Answer: They will have finished the project.​ Explanation: Future perfect: “will have finished.” Q189. Fill in the blank (Present Simple Question):​ ___ he work on weekends?​ Answer: Does​ Explanation: “Does” is used for questions with third-person singular. Q190. Rewrite in Past Continuous:​ Direct: “I walk in the park.”​ Answer: I was walking in the park.​ Explanation: Past continuous: “was walking.” Q191. Fill in the blank (Future Simple):​ It ___ (rain) tomorrow.​ Answer: will rain​ Explanation: Future simple for weather predictions uses “will rain.” Q192. Error Correction:​ “They has been playing since morning.”​ Corrected: They have been playing since morning.​ Explanation: Plural subjects require “have.” Q193. Convert to Present Perfect:​ Direct: “She finishes reading the book.”​ Answer: She has finished reading the book.​ Explanation: Present perfect: “has finished.” Q194. Fill in the blank (Past Perfect Continuous):​ We ___ (wait) for an hour before he arrived.​ Answer: had been waiting​ Explanation: Past perfect continuous: “had been waiting.” Q195. Rewrite in Future Continuous:​ Direct: “I cook dinner every day.”​ Answer: I will be cooking dinner every day.​ Explanation: Future continuous: “will be cooking.” Q196. Fill in the blank (Present Simple Negative):​ He ___ (not/like) spicy food.​ Answer: does not like​ Explanation: Present simple negative uses “does not.” Q197. Convert to Past Simple:​ Direct: “They celebrate their victory.”​ Answer: They celebrated their victory.​ Explanation: Past simple of “celebrate” is “celebrated.” Q198. Fill in the blank (Future Perfect):​ By this time next year, I ___ (graduate).​ Answer: will have graduated​ Explanation: Future perfect: “will have graduated.” Q199. Rewrite in Present Continuous:​ Direct: “It snow in winter.”​ Answer: It is snowing in winter.​ Explanation: Present continuous: “is snowing.” Q200. Error Correction:​ “I are going to the market.”​ Corrected: I am going to the market.​ Explanation: First-person singular requires “am.” Modals (Questions 201–300) Q201. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ wear a helmet while riding a bike.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” is used for advice. Q202. Express possibility:​ It is cloudy; it ___ rain later.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q203. Express necessity:​ It is necessary for you to study hard.​ Answer: You must study hard.​ Explanation: “Must” indicates necessity/obligation. Q204. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ speak three languages fluently.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses ability. Q205. Identify the modal indicating permission:​ “May I leave early?”​ Answer: May​ Explanation: “May” is used for asking permission. Q206. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ apologize for your mistake.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” gives advice or recommendation. Q207. Convert to a modal for suggestion:​ “It would be good to see a doctor.”​ Answer: You should see a doctor.​ Explanation: “Should” is used to give advice. Q208. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ be at home now.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q209. Identify the modal expressing prohibition:​ You must not smoke here.​ Answer: must not​ Explanation: “Must not” indicates prohibition. Q210. Fill in the blank:​ They ___ finish the project by tomorrow if they work hard.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses ability and possibility. Q211. Express advice using a modal:​ “It is advisable that you go to bed early.”​ Answer: You should go to bed early.​ Explanation: “Should” is used for advice. Q212. Fill in the blank:​ We ___ see him later at the event.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q213. Identify the modal for ability:​ “She ___ swim very well.”​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” shows ability. Q214. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ finish your homework before playing.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” shows obligation. Q215. Express a polite request using a modal:​ “___ I borrow your pen?”​ Answer: May​ Explanation: “May” is used for polite requests. Q216. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ have taken the wrong train.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q217. Change the sentence to express permission:​ “You are allowed to leave now.”​ Answer: You may leave now.​ Explanation: “May” is used for permission. Q218. Fill in the blank:​ She ___ see a doctor if she feels unwell.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” gives advice regarding health. Q219. Express past ability using a modal:​ “When I was young, I ___ run very fast.”​ Answer: could​ Explanation: “Could” is used for past ability. Q220. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ lie to your parents.​ Answer: shouldn't​ Explanation: “Should not” gives negative advice. Q221. Express possibility using a modal:​ It ___ snow tomorrow.​ Answer: may​ Explanation: “May” indicates possibility. Q222. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ be the manager, judging by his confidence.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses deduction. Q223. Convert to a modal for prohibition:​ “It is forbidden to enter.”​ Answer: You must not enter.​ Explanation: “Must not” is used to express prohibition. Q224. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ want to check your answers before submitting.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” is used for advice. Q225. Express ability:​ “She ___ solve the problem quickly.”​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” shows ability. Q226. Fill in the blank:​ They ___ complete the assignment by tonight.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses obligation. Q227. Express suggestion:​ “It would be wise to start early.”​ Answer: You should start early.​ Explanation: “Should” is used for suggestions. Q228. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ join us for dinner if he finishes work early.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q229. Identify the modal in this sentence:​ “May I help you?”​ Answer: May​ Explanation: “May” is used for offers/permission. Q230. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ disturb the class.​ Answer: must not​ Explanation: “Must not” shows prohibition. Q231. Express advice:​ “It is better that you take a break.”​ Answer: You should take a break.​ Explanation: “Should” gives advice. Q232. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ play the guitar very well.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses ability. Q233. Express possibility:​ They ___ arrive late due to traffic.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” indicates possibility. Q234. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ waste food.​ Answer: should not​ Explanation: “Should not” advises against an action. Q235. Express permission:​ “You are permitted to use my phone.”​ Answer: You may use my phone.​ Explanation: “May” is used to grant permission. Q236. Fill in the blank:​ I ___ help you with that.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses ability/offering help. Q237. Express deduction:​ He ___ be serious about that remark.​ Answer: must not / cannot (depending on context)​ Explanation: “Cannot” (or “can’t”) is used to express disbelief. Q238. Fill in the blank:​ They ___ consider the risks before deciding.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” gives advice. Q239. Express conditional ability:​ “If you practice, you ___ become a good singer.”​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” indicates possibility when conditions are met. Q240. Identify the modal indicating prohibition:​ “You mustn't enter this room.”​ Answer: mustn't​ Explanation: “Mustn't” is used to express strict prohibition. Q241. Fill in the blank:​ We ___ see a movie tonight if we finish early.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q242. Express a polite request in reported form:​ “___ you please open the window?”​ Answer: Could​ Explanation: “Could” is used in polite requests. Q243. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ be serious about that remark.​ Answer: cannot​ Explanation: “Cannot” expresses disbelief. Q244. Express possibility:​ It ___ be difficult to solve this puzzle.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” indicates possibility. Q245. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ try harder if you want to win.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses a strong obligation. Q246. Express past ability using a modal:​ “When I was a child, I ___ climb trees effortlessly.”​ Answer: could​ Explanation: “Could” is used for past ability. Q247. Fill in the blank:​ She ___ apologize for her mistake.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” is used for advising an apology. Q248. Express deduction:​ They ___ be tired after the long journey.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” is used for logical deduction. Q249. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ join us for dinner if he finishes early.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q250. Express permission (as a request):​ “___ I borrow your book?”​ Answer: May​ Explanation: “May” is used to ask for permission politely. Q251. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ smoke in this area.​ Answer: mustn't​ Explanation: “Mustn't” indicates prohibition. Q252. Express ability:​ “They ___ solve the puzzle quickly.”​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses ability. Q253. Fill in the blank:​ If you study hard, you ___ pass the exam.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses possibility under a condition. Q254. Express advice using a modal:​ “It is advisable that you ___ rest for a while.”​ Answer: ought to​ Explanation: “Ought to” expresses recommendation. Q255. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ have forgotten about the meeting.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses a strong deduction. Q256. Express possibility:​ They ___ be on vacation.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” indicates possibility. Q257. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ borrow my pen if you need it.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses permission/ability. Q258. Express prohibition:​ You ___ use your phone during class.​ Answer: must not​ Explanation: “Must not” prohibits an action. Q259. Express advice:​ She ___ practice more to improve her skills.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” advises improvement. Q260. Express possibility:​ It ___ rain this afternoon.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” indicates possibility. Q261. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ be at work; his car is in the parking lot.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses deduction. Q262. Express advice:​ You ___ save money for the future.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” is used for advice. Q263. Fill in the blank:​ They ___ hear the music from outside.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses ability. Q264. Express permission (as a request):​ “___ I open the door?”​ Answer: May​ Explanation: “May” is used for polite permission. Q265. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ see a doctor if the pain continues.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses obligation for health. Q266. Express possibility:​ He ___ be at home by now.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” indicates possibility. Q267. Fill in the blank:​ She ___ consider taking a break.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” advises consideration. Q268. Express deduction:​ They ___ be very busy.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” is used for logical deduction. Q269. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ try that new restaurant.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” is used for making a suggestion. Q270. Express possibility:​ It ___ be a misunderstanding.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” indicates possibility. Q271. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ waste his time on trivial matters.​ Answer: must not​ Explanation: “Must not” expresses prohibition/advice against wasting time. Q272. Express past ability using a modal:​ “When she was young, she ___ run very fast.”​ Answer: could​ Explanation: “Could” is used for past ability. Q273. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ complete the form before the deadline.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses obligation. Q274. Express advice:​ You ___ consider the alternatives.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” is used for advice. Q275. Fill in the blank:​ They ___ have already left for the airport.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q276. Express permission (as a request):​ “___ I join you for lunch?”​ Answer: May​ Explanation: “May” is used to politely ask permission. Q277. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ enter the restricted area.​ Answer: must not​ Explanation: “Must not” indicates prohibition. Q278. Express ability:​ He ___ solve complex problems quickly.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses ability. Q279. Fill in the blank:​ If you work hard, you ___ achieve your goals.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses possibility with effort. Q280. Express advice:​ You ___ take regular breaks while studying.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” advises healthy habits. Q281. Fill in the blank:​ She ___ be the one who made the announcement.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses strong deduction. Q282. Express possibility:​ It ___ be a great opportunity.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” indicates possibility. Q283. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ call your mother more often.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” is used for advice. Q284. Express permission (as a request):​ “___ I borrow your calculator?”​ Answer: May​ Explanation: “May” is used to ask politely. Q285. Fill in the blank:​ He ___ join us if he finishes early.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q286. Express past ability using a modal:​ “When I was young, I ___ solve puzzles faster.”​ Answer: could​ Explanation: “Could” indicates past ability. Q287. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ try the new dessert; it's delicious.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses a strong recommendation. Q288. Express deduction:​ They ___ have taken a different route.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” is used for deduction. Q289. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ leave your bag unattended.​ Answer: shouldn't​ Explanation: “Shouldn't” advises against a risky action. Q290. Express possibility:​ It ___ be a mistake.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” indicates possibility. Q291. Fill in the blank:​ She ___ speak four languages fluently.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” shows ability. Q292. Express advice:​ You ___ get enough sleep every night.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” advises healthy behavior. Q293. Fill in the blank:​ They ___ finish the project by tomorrow if they hurry.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” shows strong obligation. Q294. Express possibility:​ He ___ have missed the bus.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” indicates possibility. Q295. Express advice:​ You ___ review your notes before the test.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” is used for revision advice. Q296. Express ability:​ We ___ solve this puzzle together.​ Answer: can​ Explanation: “Can” expresses collective ability. Q297. Fill in the blank:​ It ___ be a misunderstanding.​ Answer: must​ Explanation: “Must” expresses a strong deduction. Q298. Express possibility:​ They ___ not come to the party.​ Answer: might​ Explanation: “Might” expresses possibility. Q299. Fill in the blank:​ You ___ always be polite.​ Answer: should​ Explanation: “Should” is used for advice on behavior. Q300. Express permission (as a request):​ “___ I use your computer?”​ Answer: May​ Explanation: “May” is used for polite permission. Section 4: Subject–Verb Concord (Questions 301–400) Q301. Error Correction:​ “The list of names are on the board.”​ Corrected: The list of names is on the board.​ Explanation: “List” is a singular noun. Q302. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither of the boys ___ coming to the party.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Neither” is singular. Q303. Fill in the blank:​ “Every one of the students ___ the lecture.”​ Options: enjoy / enjoys​ Answer: enjoys​ Explanation: “Every one” is singular. Q304. Error Correction:​ “A number of books is on the table.”​ Corrected: A number of books are on the table.​ Explanation: “A number of” takes a plural verb. Q305. Fill in the blank:​ “The group of dancers ___ on stage.”​ Options: performs / perform​ Answer: performs​ Explanation: “Group” is treated as singular. Q306. Fill in the blank:​ “Some of the cake ___ eaten.”​ Options: has / have​ Answer: has​ Explanation: “Cake” is uncountable. Q307. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither the teacher nor the students ___ ready for the exam.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: With “neither…nor,” the verb agrees with the nearer subject (“students” is plural). Q308. Error Correction:​ “Each of the players were given a medal.”​ Corrected: Each of the players was given a medal.​ Explanation: “Each” is singular. Q309. Fill in the blank:​ “A pair of shoes ___ under the bed.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Pair” is treated as singular. Q310. Fill in the blank:​ “The number of visitors ___ increasing every year.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “The number of” is singular. Q311. Error Correction:​ “None of the information are useful.”​ Corrected: None of the information is useful.​ Explanation: “Information” is uncountable and takes a singular verb. Q312. Fill in the blank:​ “Most of the students ___ present today.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Students” is plural. Q313. Fill in the blank:​ “There ___ many problems to solve.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Problems” is plural. Q314. Error Correction:​ “Either the manager or the employees was informed.”​ Corrected: Either the manager or the employees were informed.​ Explanation: With “either…or,” the verb agrees with the nearer subject (“employees” is plural). Q315. Fill in the blank:​ “Not only the teacher but also the students ___ excited.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: The nearer subject “students” is plural. Q316. Fill in the blank:​ “Every student and teacher ___ required to attend the assembly.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Every” makes the subject singular. Q317. Error Correction:​ “The team are winning their matches.”​ Corrected: The team is winning its matches.​ Explanation: Collective nouns like “team” are treated as singular. Q318. Fill in the blank:​ “There ___ one error in the report.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “One error” is singular. Q319. Fill in the blank:​ “Many a student ___ struggled with the exam.”​ Options: has / have​ Answer: has​ Explanation: “Many a” is always singular. Q320. Error Correction:​ “The group of friends were laughing loudly.”​ Corrected: The group of friends was laughing loudly.​ Explanation: “Group” is singular. Q321. Fill in the blank:​ “Both the manager and the assistant ___ available.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: Compound subjects with “and” are plural. Q322. Fill in the blank:​ “Each of the proposals ___ been discussed.”​ Options: has / have​ Answer: has​ Explanation: “Each” is singular. Q323. Error Correction:​ “The pair of glasses are on the table.”​ Corrected: The pair of glasses is on the table.​ Explanation: “Pair” is singular. Q324. Fill in the blank:​ “A bouquet of flowers ___ on the table.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Bouquet” is singular. Q325. Fill in the blank:​ “Some of the money ___ missing.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Money” is uncountable. Q326. Fill in the blank:​ “A lot of the work ___ done by the volunteers.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Work” is uncountable. Q327. Fill in the blank:​ “The majority of the class ___ absent today.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Majority” is treated as singular. Q328. Error Correction:​ “There was many people at the concert.”​ Corrected: There were many people at the concert.​ Explanation: “People” is plural, so use “were.” Q329. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither the cats nor the dog ___ hungry.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: The nearer subject “dog” is singular. Q330. Fill in the blank:​ “Either my brother or my sisters ___ coming to the party.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: The nearer subject “sisters” is plural. Q331. Error Correction:​ “A number of errors was found in the report.”​ Corrected: A number of errors were found in the report.​ Explanation: “A number of” takes a plural verb. Q332. Fill in the blank:​ “All the furniture ___ new.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Furniture” is uncountable. Q333. Fill in the blank:​ “Some of the dogs ___ barking loudly.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Dogs” is plural. Q334. Error Correction:​ “Each of the cars are expensive.”​ Corrected: Each of the cars is expensive.​ Explanation: “Each” is singular. Q335. Fill in the blank:​ “The sound of the bells ___ enchanting.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Sound” is singular. Q336. Fill in the blank:​ “Every one of the stories ___ interesting.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Every one” is singular. Q337. Error Correction:​ “The series of lectures were fascinating.”​ Corrected: The series of lectures was fascinating.​ Explanation: “Series” is treated as singular. Q338. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither the teacher nor the students ___ ready for the quiz.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: Nearest subject “students” is plural. Q339. Fill in the blank:​ “Most of the news ___ shocking.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “News” is uncountable and takes a singular verb. Q340. Error Correction:​ “There is several reasons for the delay.”​ Corrected: There are several reasons for the delay.​ Explanation: “Reasons” is plural. Q341. Fill in the blank:​ “A pair of scissors ___ on the desk.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Pair” is singular. Q342. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither the manager nor the employees ___ satisfied with the decision.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: Nearest subject “employees” is plural. Q343. Error Correction:​ “The police is investigating the case.”​ Corrected: The police are investigating the case.​ Explanation: “Police” is a plural noun. Q344. Fill in the blank:​ “One of the apples ___ rotten.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “One” is singular. Q345. Fill in the blank:​ “All of the money ___ gone.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Money” is uncountable. Q346. Error Correction:​ “The team have won the championship.”​ Corrected: The team has won the championship.​ Explanation: “Team” is treated as singular. Q347. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither the manager nor the assistant ___ available.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: Nearest subject “assistant” is singular. Q348. Fill in the blank:​ “Some of the people in the room ___ confused.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “People” is plural. Q349. Error Correction:​ “Each of the participants were given a certificate.”​ Corrected: Each of the participants was given a certificate.​ Explanation: “Each” is singular. Q350. Fill in the blank:​ The number of errors ___ fewer than last time.​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Number” is singular. Q351. Fill in the blank:​ “Most of the information ___ outdated.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Information” is uncountable. Q352. Error Correction:​ “The books on the shelf is dusty.”​ Corrected: The books on the shelf are dusty.​ Explanation: “Books” is plural. Q353. Fill in the blank:​ “A lot of the work ___ already completed.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Work” is uncountable. Q354. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither of the options ___ acceptable.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Neither” is singular. Q355. Error Correction:​ “Each of the options are viable.”​ Corrected: Each of the options is viable.​ Explanation: “Each” is singular. Q356. Fill in the blank:​ “The committee ___ meeting today.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Committee” (as a single entity) is singular. Q357. Fill in the blank:​ “Many of the children ___ excited for the trip.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Children” is plural. Q358. Error Correction:​ “The pair of gloves were on the table.”​ Corrected: The pair of gloves was on the table.​ Explanation: “Pair” is singular. Q359. Fill in the blank:​ “None of the answers ___ correct.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: Here, “answers” is plural. Q360. Fill in the blank:​ “Each of the novels ___ written by the same author.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Each” is singular. Q361. Error Correction:​ “A number of students has been absent.”​ Corrected: A number of students have been absent.​ Explanation: “A number of” takes a plural verb. Q362. Fill in the blank:​ “Most of the cake ___ eaten.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Cake” is uncountable. Q363. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither the rain nor the wind ___ stopped the game.”​ Options: has / have​ Answer: has​ Explanation: The nearer subject “wind” is singular. Q364. Error Correction:​ “The dogs runs in the park every morning.”​ Corrected: The dogs run in the park every morning.​ Explanation: Plural “dogs” take the base form “run.” Q365. Fill in the blank:​ “Each and every one of the proposals ___ considered.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Each and every one” is singular. Q366. Fill in the blank:​ “All the participants ___ eager to start.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Participants” is plural. Q367. Error Correction:​ “The news are surprising.”​ Corrected: The news is surprising.​ Explanation: “News” is treated as singular. Q368. Fill in the blank:​ “Every detail ___ important.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Every detail” is singular. Q369. Fill in the blank:​ “Many a time, the solution ___ elusive.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Many a time” takes a singular verb. Q370. Error Correction:​ “There is several options available.”​ Corrected: There are several options available.​ Explanation: “Options” is plural. Q371. Fill in the blank:​ “A piece of cake ___ left in the box.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Piece” is singular. Q372. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither the students nor the teacher ___ prepared for the exam.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: Nearest subject “teacher” is singular. Q373. Error Correction:​ “The class have finished their test.”​ Corrected: The class has finished its test.​ Explanation: “Class” (as a collective noun) is singular. Q374. Fill in the blank:​ “Some of the bread ___ moldy.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Bread” is uncountable. Q375. Fill in the blank:​ “The majority of the team ___ excited about the win.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Majority” is singular here. Q376. Error Correction:​ “Either the books or the pen are on the table.”​ Corrected: Either the books or the pen is on the table.​ Explanation: With “or,” the verb agrees with the nearer subject (“pen” is singular). Q377. Fill in the blank:​ “All of the students ___ excited for the trip.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Students” is plural. Q378. Fill in the blank:​ “Not one of the suggestions ___ practical.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Not one” is singular. Q379. Error Correction:​ “The group of reporters were ready to leave.”​ Corrected: The group of reporters was ready to leave.​ Explanation: “Group” is singular. Q380. Fill in the blank:​ “Neither of the answers ___ acceptable.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Neither” is singular. Q381. Fill in the blank:​ “The pair of earrings ___ expensive.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Pair” is singular. Q382. Error Correction:​ “A majority of the class have been absent.”​ Corrected: A majority of the class has been absent.​ Explanation: Here, “class” (a collective noun) is treated as singular. Q383. Fill in the blank:​ “All the information ___ provided clearly.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Information” is uncountable. Q384. Fill in the blank:​ “Some of the employees ___ taking the day off.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Employees” is plural. Q385. Error Correction:​ “Each of the members have a vote.”​ Corrected: Each of the members has a vote.​ Explanation: “Each” is singular. Q386. Fill in the blank:​ “The sound of the alarms ___ deafening.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Sound” is singular. Q387. Fill in the blank:​ “None of the furniture ___ damaged.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Furniture” is uncountable. Q388. Error Correction:​ “The band are performing tonight.”​ Corrected: The band is performing tonight.​ Explanation: “Band” (as a single group) is singular. Q389. Fill in the blank:​ “Both of the answers ___ correct.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Both” is plural. Q390. Fill in the blank:​ “The cost of the items ___ higher than expected.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Cost” is singular. Q391. Fill in the blank:​ “Each of the answers ___ unique.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Each” is singular. Q392. Fill in the blank:​ “The pair of earrings ___ expensive.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Pair” is singular. Q393. Error Correction:​ “The staff are meeting in the conference room.”​ Corrected: The staff is meeting in the conference room.​ Explanation: In this context, “staff” is treated as singular. Q394. Fill in the blank:​ “None of the books ___ missing.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Books” is plural. Q395. Fill in the blank:​ “Some of the water ___ spilled.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Water” is uncountable. Q396. Error Correction:​ “Not one of the suggestions have worked.”​ Corrected: Not one of the suggestions has worked.​ Explanation: “Not one” is singular. Q397. Fill in the blank:​ “Every child in the class ___ excited about the trip.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: is​ Explanation: “Every child” is singular. Q398. Fill in the blank:​ “There ___ many issues to discuss.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Issues” is plural. Q399. Error Correction:​ “The series of experiments were conclusive.”​ Corrected: The series of experiments was conclusive.​ Explanation: “Series” is treated as singular. Q400. Fill in the blank:​ “All the cookies ___ eaten.”​ Options: is / are​ Answer: are​ Explanation: “Cookies” is plural. Reported Speech (Commands, Requests, Statements, Questions) (Questions 401–500) A. Commands (Q401–Q425) Q401. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Close the window.”​ Answer: He/She was told to close the window.​ Explanation: Commands in reported speech use “was/were told to” + base verb. Q402. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Please be quiet.”​ Answer: He/She was asked to be quiet.​ Explanation: Polite commands often use “asked to.” Q403. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Do your homework.”​ Answer: He/She was told to do his/her homework.​ Explanation: “Told to” is used to report commands. Q404. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Don’t run in the hall.”​ Answer: They were warned not to run in the hall.​ Explanation: “Warned not to” is used for negative commands. Q405. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Start your assignment now.”​ Answer: He/She was ordered to start his/her assignment immediately.​ Explanation: “Ordered to” is used for firm commands. Q406. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Finish your dinner.”​ Answer: He/She was told to finish his/her dinner.​ Explanation: Reported command using “told to.” Q407. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Please open the door.”​ Answer: He/She was requested to open the door.​ Explanation: “Requested to” is used when the command is polite. Q408. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Do not touch that machine.”​ Answer: They were warned not to touch that machine.​ Explanation: Negative commands are reported with “warned not to.” Q409. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Help me with this task.”​ Answer: He/She was asked to help with that task.​ Explanation: “Asked to” is used for requests/commands for help. Q410. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Leave the room immediately.”​ Answer: He/She was ordered to leave the room immediately.​ Explanation: “Ordered to” indicates a direct command. Q411. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Submit the report by tomorrow.”​ Answer: He/She was instructed to submit the report by the next day.​ Explanation: Time expressions change (tomorrow → next day). Q412. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Take your medicine.”​ Answer: He/She was advised to take his/her medicine.​ Explanation: “Advised to” is used for health-related commands. Q413. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Stand up straight.”​ Answer: He/She was told to stand up straight.​ Explanation: Simple reporting of a command. Q414. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Don’t forget to call me.”​ Answer: He/She was reminded not to forget to call.​ Explanation: “Reminded not to” is used for memory-related commands. Q415. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Wear your uniform.”​ Answer: He/She was instructed to wear his/her uniform.​ Explanation: “Instructed to” is used for clear directives. Q416. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Turn off the lights.”​ Answer: He/She was told to turn off the lights.​ Explanation: Simple conversion using “told to.” Q417. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Don’t talk during the movie.”​ Answer: They were warned not to talk during the movie.​ Explanation: Negative command reported with “warned not to.” Q418. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Be on time for the meeting.”​ Answer: He/She was advised to be on time for the meeting.​ Explanation: “Advised to” is appropriate for polite commands. Q419. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Do your best.”​ Answer: He/She was encouraged to do his/her best.​ Explanation: “Encouraged to” is used for motivational commands. Q420. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Don’t litter here.”​ Answer: They were warned not to litter there.​ Explanation: Negative command reported with “warned not to.” Q421. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Clean your room.”​ Answer: He/She was told to clean his/her room.​ Explanation: Straightforward reported command. Q422. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Listen to me carefully.”​ Answer: He/She was ordered to listen to him/her carefully.​ Explanation: “Ordered to” emphasizes the command. Q423. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Stop talking!”​ Answer: He/She was told to stop talking.​ Explanation: Negative imperative reported with “told to.” Q424. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Write your answers on the board.”​ Answer: He/She was instructed to write his/her answers on the board.​ Explanation: “Instructed to” is used for clear directives. Q425. Convert to reported speech (Command):​ Direct: “Don’t open that door.”​ Answer: They were warned not to open that door.​ Explanation: Negative command using “warned not to.” B. Requests (Q426–Q450) Q426. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please help me with my homework.”​ Answer: He/She asked for help with his/her homework.​ Explanation: Requests are reported with “asked for help.” Q427. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Could you pass me the salt, please?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I could pass the salt.​ Explanation: Yes/no question in request form becomes “asked if.” Q428. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please lend me your pen.”​ Answer: He/She requested to borrow my pen.​ Explanation: “Requested to” is used for polite requests. Q429. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please close the door.”​ Answer: He/She requested that the door be closed.​ Explanation: Use the subjunctive “be closed.” Q430. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Can you help me with this?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I could help him/her with that.​ Explanation: Reported as an indirect question. Q431. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please give me a glass of water.”​ Answer: He/She asked for a glass of water.​ Explanation: “Asked for” is used to report requests. Q432. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Could you please turn down the volume?”​ Answer: He/She asked if the volume could be turned down.​ Explanation: Modal inversion in reported speech. Q433. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please wait for me.”​ Answer: He/She asked me to wait for him/her.​ Explanation: “Asked to” is used with requests. Q434. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Will you help me with this problem?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I would help him/her with that problem.​ Explanation: Reported yes/no question. Q435. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please call me back when you can.”​ Answer: He/She asked to be called back when possible.​ Explanation: Time expressions change appropriately. Q436. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Could you open the window, please?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I could open the window.​ Explanation: Indirect question format. Q437. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please give me a minute.”​ Answer: He/She requested a minute.​ Explanation: Concise reporting of a brief request. Q438. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Would you mind helping me?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I would mind helping him/her.​ Explanation: Reported as an indirect question. Q439. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please bring me the menu.”​ Answer: He/She requested the menu.​ Explanation: Simple reporting of a request. Q440. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Could you lower the temperature, please?”​ Answer: He/She asked if the temperature could be lowered.​ Explanation: Modal inversion with polite request. Q441. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please be kind to me.”​ Answer: He/She asked to be treated kindly.​ Explanation: The request is rephrased in the passive. Q442. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Will you please help me move this table?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I would help move the table.​ Explanation: Reported as an indirect yes/no question. Q443. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please explain this concept to me.”​ Answer: He/She asked to have the concept explained.​ Explanation: Use the passive “to have … explained.” Q444. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Can you spare a few minutes?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I could spare a few minutes.​ Explanation: Indirect question reporting. Q445. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please give me a moment of your time.”​ Answer: He/She requested a moment of my time.​ Explanation: Polite request rephrased. Q446. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Would you please send me the details?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I could send the details.​ Explanation: Indirect question format. Q447. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please show me the way.”​ Answer: He/She asked to be shown the way.​ Explanation: Reported in the passive. Q448. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Could you please close the window?”​ Answer: He/She asked if the window could be closed.​ Explanation: Polite request in indirect form. Q449. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Please, could you be quiet?”​ Answer: He/She requested that we be quiet.​ Explanation: Use “requested that” with the subjunctive. Q450. Convert to reported speech (Request):​ Direct: “Would you please hand me that book?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I could hand that book over.​ Explanation: Indirect question with modal change. C. Statements (Q451–Q475) Q451. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I am studying for the exam.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she was studying for the exam.​ Explanation: Present becomes past (am → was). Q452. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “We have completed our project.”​ Answer: They said that they had completed their project.​ Explanation: Present perfect becomes past perfect. Q453. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I will go to the market tomorrow.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she would go to the market the next day.​ Explanation: Future “will” changes to “would” and “tomorrow” to “the next day.” Q454. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I like reading books.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she liked reading books.​ Explanation: Present simple “like” becomes “liked” in reported speech. Q455. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I am feeling tired.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she was feeling tired.​ Explanation: Present continuous changes to past continuous. Q456. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I can speak French.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she could speak French.​ Explanation: “Can” becomes “could” in reported speech. Q457. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I have seen that movie before.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she had seen that movie before.​ Explanation: Present perfect becomes past perfect. Q458. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I am going to travel next week.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she was going to travel the following week.​ Explanation: Time expressions adjust (“next week” → “the following week”). Q459. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I must finish this work today.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she had to finish that work that day.​ Explanation: “Must” changes to “had to” and “today” becomes “that day.” Q460. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I sometimes visit my grandparents.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she sometimes visited his/her grandparents.​ Explanation: Tense shifts to past for habitual actions. Q461. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I like chocolate ice cream.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she liked chocolate ice cream.​ Explanation: Present simple becomes past simple. Q462. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I am very busy.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she was very busy.​ Explanation: Present becomes past. Q463. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I have been waiting for an hour.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she had been waiting for an hour.​ Explanation: Present perfect continuous becomes past perfect continuous. Q464. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I will help you with your work.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she would help me with my work.​ Explanation: Future “will” changes to “would.” Q465. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I must leave now.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she had to leave then.​ Explanation: “Must” becomes “had to” and “now” becomes “then.” Q466. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I am happy with my results.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she was happy with his/her results.​ Explanation: Present becomes past. Q467. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I will call you later.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she would call me later.​ Explanation: Future “will” becomes “would.” Q468. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I know the answer.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she knew the answer.​ Explanation: Present simple “know” becomes “knew.” Q469. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I am going to start a new hobby.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she was going to start a new hobby.​ Explanation: Present continuous becomes past continuous. Q470. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I feel great today.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she felt great that day.​ Explanation: “Feel” becomes “felt” and “today” becomes “that day.” Q471. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I have finished my breakfast.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she had finished his/her breakfast.​ Explanation: Present perfect becomes past perfect. Q472. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I can solve this problem.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she could solve that problem.​ Explanation: “Can” becomes “could.” Q473. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I was watching TV when you called.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she had been watching TV when I called.​ Explanation: Past continuous becomes past perfect continuous. Q474. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I will be back soon.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she would be back soon.​ Explanation: Future “will be” becomes “would be.” Q475. Convert to reported speech (Statement):​ Direct: “I never eat junk food.”​ Answer: He/She said that he/she never ate junk food.​ Explanation: General present becomes past for reported statements. D. Questions (Q476–Q500) Q476. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Where are you going?”​ Answer: He/She asked where I was going.​ Explanation: “Where” remains; tense shifts (are → was). Q477. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “What time does the train leave?”​ Answer: He/She asked what time the train left.​ Explanation: Present simple “does leave” becomes past “left.” Q478. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Are you coming with us?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I was coming with them.​ Explanation: Yes/no questions become “if” questions. Q479. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Did you finish your homework?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I had finished my homework.​ Explanation: Past simple question becomes past perfect in reported speech. Q480. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Why are you late?”​ Answer: He/She asked why I was late.​ Explanation: “Why” remains; present continuous becomes past. Q481. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Have you seen my keys?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I had seen his/her keys.​ Explanation: Present perfect “have seen” becomes past perfect “had seen.” Q482. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Which dress do you like?”​ Answer: He/She asked which dress I liked.​ Explanation: “Which” remains; present simple becomes past simple. Q483. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Can you help me?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I could help him/her.​ Explanation: “Can” becomes “could” in reported questions. Q484. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Where did you buy that book?”​ Answer: He/She asked where I had bought that book.​ Explanation: Past simple “did buy” becomes past perfect “had bought.” Q485. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Is it raining outside?”​ Answer: He/She asked if it was raining outside.​ Explanation: Yes/no question reported with “if.” Q486. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “What are you doing?”​ Answer: He/She asked what I was doing.​ Explanation: Present continuous “are doing” becomes past continuous “was doing.” Q487. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “When will you arrive?”​ Answer: He/She asked when I would arrive.​ Explanation: Future “will” changes to “would.” Q488. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “How often do you visit your grandparents?”​ Answer: He/She asked how often I visited my grandparents.​ Explanation: Frequency adverb and tense shift accordingly. Q489. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Who is coming to the party?”​ Answer: He/She asked who was coming to the party.​ Explanation: “Who” remains; present becomes past. Q490. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Why did you leave early?”​ Answer: He/She asked why I had left early.​ Explanation: Past simple “did leave” becomes past perfect “had left.” Q491. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Which route do you take to school?”​ Answer: He/She asked which route I took to school.​ Explanation: Present simple “do take” becomes past simple “took.” Q492. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Have you finished your lunch?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I had finished my lunch.​ Explanation: Present perfect “have finished” becomes past perfect “had finished.” Q493. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Did you see that movie?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I had seen that movie.​ Explanation: Past simple “did see” becomes past perfect “had seen.” Q494. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “What are you reading?”​ Answer: He/She asked what I was reading.​ Explanation: Present continuous becomes past continuous. Q495. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “How much does this cost?”​ Answer: He/She asked how much that cost.​ Explanation: “Does cost” becomes “cost” in past. Q496. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Can I borrow your book?”​ Answer: He/She asked if he/she could borrow my book.​ Explanation: “Can” becomes “could” for reported permission. Q497. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “When did you meet her?”​ Answer: He/She asked when I had met her.​ Explanation: Past simple becomes past perfect. Q498. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Why are you laughing?”​ Answer: He/She asked why I was laughing.​ Explanation: Present continuous becomes past continuous. Q499. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “Do you know the answer?”​ Answer: He/She asked if I knew the answer.​ Explanation: Present simple “do know” becomes past “knew.” Q500. Convert to reported speech (Question):​ Direct: “What will you do next?”​ Answer: He/She asked what I would do next.​ Explanation: Future “will” changes to “would.”