SEBA HSLC English Paper - 2024 (Solved) 2025

SEBA HSLC English Paper – 2024 (Solved)

Full Marks: 90
Time: 3 hours

SECTION – A

(Choose the correct option for the following)
(1 x 45 = 45)

1. Read the following statements with reference to ‘A Letter to God’ and choose the correct option:

Statement 1: The house in which Lencho was living was in the middle of a populous town.
Statement 2: Lencho was a good farmer.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
Answer: (B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true

2. “I hope it passes quickly.” It did not pass quickly. What is the ‘it’ referred to?
(A) A pack of wolves
(B) A swarm of locusts
(C) The hailstorm
(D) The storm of dust
Answer: (C) The hailstorm

3. What was Lencho’s immediate response when he received the letter from God?
(A) He began shouting at the postmaster
(B) He was not surprised but was angry
(C) He began laughing with joy
(D) He was sad and silent
Answer: (B) He was not surprised but was angry

4. On that lovely autumn day, I was accompanied by my ______ Zenani.
(A) aunt
(B) mother
(C) wife
(D) daughter
Answer: (D) daughter

5. “The day was symbolised for me by the playing of our two national anthems.” What was the occasion when two national anthems were being played?
(A) It was the swearing in ceremony of Mandela
(B) It was the opening of the World Peace Day
(C) It was the International Day of Games
(D) It was South Africa’s New Year’s Day
Answer: (A) It was the swearing in ceremony of Mandela

6. Read the following statements with reference to ‘Nelson Mandela : Long Walk to Freedom’ and choose the correct option:

Statement 1: On the day of the inauguration, Nelson Mandela was overwhelmed with a sense of history.
Statement 2: Mandela learned that courage is not an absence of fear but triumph over it.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
Answer: (D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true

7. During September to March, it is the season of ______ in Coorg.
(A) sorrow
(B) lull
(C) joy
(D) pain
Answer: (C) joy

8. With reference to ‘Coorg’, choose the correct option for the given sentence : The theory of Arab origin in relation to the people of Coorg is based on the ______.
(A) clothes they wear
(B) festivals they celebrate
(C) houses they live in
(D) food they eat
Answer: (A) clothes they wear

9. Read the following statements with reference to ‘Coorg’ and choose the correct option:

Statement 1: Whoever visits Coorg, is fascinated by the adventurous activities that are carried out.
Statement 2: The people are hostile and cowardly in Coorg.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
Answer: (A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false

10. Pranjol buried his nose in his detective book again. What does the underlined part mean?
(A) To become deeply engrossed in something
(B) To have cold
(C) To cover the nose with something
(D) To smell the something
Answer: (A) To become deeply engrossed in something

11. Read the following statements with reference to ‘Tea from Assam’ and choose the correct option:

Statement 1: Bodhidharma was a lazy monk who loved to sleep.
Statement 2: The legend of Bodhidharma originated in China.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
Answer: (D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false (Statement 1 is false because he cut his eyelids to avoid sleep. Statement 2 is false because he was an Indian Buddhist ascetic).

12. The second-flush or sprouting period is important as it ______.
(A) produces lots of green tea
(B) yields the best tea
(C) requires less work from the labourers
(D) is the time when winter sets in
Answer: (B) yields the best tea

13. Read the following statements with reference to ‘Madam Rides the Bus’ and choose the correct option:

Statement 1: Valli loved standing at the front door.
Statement 2: Her playmates were of her age.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
Answer: (A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false

14. “On and on went her thoughts as she calculated and recalculated, planned and replanned.” What was the planning about?
(A) It was about a birthday party
(B) It was about a bus ride
(C) It was about a picnic
(D) It was about a school event
Answer: (B) It was about a bus ride

15. “He stalks in his vivid stripes.” Choose the word which is same as the underlined word.
(A) Bright
(B) Dull
(C) Faded
(D) Vague
Answer: (A) Bright

16. In the poem ‘Amanda’, the mother asks her daughter not to ______.
(A) eat her food
(B) wear a red ribbon
(C) bite her nails
(D) go out and play
Answer: (C) bite her nails

17. In the poem ‘Animals’, Walt Whitman writes that animals do not discuss their duty to ______.
(A) parents
(B) society
(C) God
(D) fellow animals
Answer: (C) God

18. In ‘The Ball Poem’, the boy senses his first responsibility in a world of ______.
(A) balls
(B) playthings
(C) people
(D) possessions
Answer: (D) possessions

19. Why does the speaker in ‘The Ball Poem’ say that he would not intrude on the boy?
(A) Because he knows that another ball is worthless
(B) Because he knows that the boy would not listen to him
(C) Because he does not want to disturb the boy
(D) Because he does not know how to speak to the boy
Answer: (C) Because he does not want to disturb the boy (during his moment of learning).

20. “He is learning well behind his desperate eyes…” What is the opposite of the underlined word?
(A) Disciplined
(B) Distressed
(C) Dolorous
(D) Cheerful
Answer: (D) Cheerful (Desperate implies hopelessness; cheerful is the opposite).

21. From your reading of ‘The Tale of Custard the Dragon’, choose the correct option.
(A) Dog : Black, Kitten : Yellow
(B) Kitten : Grey, Dog : Black
(C) Dog : Black, Mouse : Grey
(D) Kitten : Black, Mouse : Grey
Answer: (D) Kitten : Black, Mouse : Grey (Ink was the black kitten, Blink was the grey mouse).

22. Read the following statements with reference to ‘Footprints without Feet’ and choose the correct option:

Statement 1: Griffin chose a bad time to be in London.
Statement 2: It was bad time because all shops in London were closed.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
Answer: (A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false (It was a bad time because it was mid-winter, not because shops were closed).
Or
Read the following statements with reference to ‘The Hack Driver’ and choose the correct option:
Statement 1: Oliver Lutkins was wanted to serve as a witness.
Statement 2: He was an expert in giving witnesses in law cases.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
Answer: (A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false

23. “Griffin the scientist had carried out experiment after experiment…” What ‘experiment’ is being referred to here?
(A) How to develop an artificial brain
(B) How to become invisible
(C) How to live without air
(D) How to become immortal
Answer: (B) How to become invisible
Or
Oliver Lutkins laughed at the young lawyer because ______.
(A) Lutkins found the young lawyer funny
(B) Lutkins understood that the young lawyer did not understand his trick
(C) Lutkins was a humorous fellow
(D) Lutkins found himself in a group of tricksters who were sharing jokes
Answer: (B) Lutkins understood that the young lawyer did not understand his trick

24. “Shortly afterwards a curious episode occurred.” Choose the word which means the same as the underlined word.
(A) Strange
(B) Ordinary
(C) Similar
(D) Jubilant
Answer: (A) Strange
Or
“As we climbed back to the hack, Bill concluded that since Lutkins had exhausted his credit at Gustaff’s…” Choose the opposite for the underlined word.
(A) Kept unused
(B) Wasted
(C) Distributed
(D) Lost
Answer: (A) Kept unused

25. Read the following statements with reference to ‘A Question of Trust’ and choose the correct option:

Statement 1: Horace Danby loved to read books.
Statement 2: Book lovers can be cheated easily by beautiful women.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
Answer: (A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false (Statement 2 is a generalization not supported by the text).
Or
Read the following statements with reference to ‘The Midnight Visitor’ and choose the correct option:
Statement 1: Physical appearance has nothing to do with the profession of a detective.
Statement 2: All detectives must know how to speak French.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
Answer: (A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false

26. Fifteen years ago Horace Danby had been put to the prison because ______.
(A) he murdered his landlady
(B) he tried to rob an old man
(C) he robbed a safe
(D) he pushed a fellow traveller from the bus he was travelling in
Answer: (C) he robbed a safe
Or
Max wanted the report back from Ausable. It was a report concerning ______.
(A) health
(B) finances
(C) missiles
(D) constructions
Answer: (C) missiles

27. Horace gets angry when anyone discusses ‘honour among ______’.
(A) gentlemen
(B) thieves
(C) shopkeepers
(D) women
Answer: (B) thieves
Or
The first event of the day that thrilled Fowler was ______.
(A) Ausable’s plan regarding the secret report
(B) the appearance of a man with a small automatic pistol
(C) the excellent ambience of the room
(D) the visit of the waiter with food
Answer: (B) the appearance of a man with a small automatic pistol

28. Read the two statements and choose the correct option:

Statement 1: We have to be careful and alert.
Statement 2: Is that so, but why?
(A) Statement 1 is imperative and Statement 2 is exclamatory
(B) Statement 1 is assertive and Statement 2 is interrogative
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are assertive
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are interrogative
Answer: (B) Statement 1 is assertive and Statement 2 is interrogative

29. Do you have any money? What is the underlined word known as?
(A) Pronoun
(B) Noun
(C) Adverb
(D) Quantifier
Answer: (D) Quantifier

30. I stayed in the room where father told me to do. Identify the type of adverb clause represented by the underlined part.
(A) Adverb clause of place
(B) Adverb clause of manner
(C) Adverb clause of condition
(D) Adverb clause of time
Answer: (A) Adverb clause of place

31. Identify the correct sentence.
(A) This hotel offer fooding and lodging.
(B) This hotel offer food and lodging.
(C) This hotel offers food and lodge.
(D) This hotel offers food and lodging.
Answer: (D) This hotel offers food and lodging.

32. I want to be free. Choose the sentence that replaces the underlined part in the correct form.
(A) I wished for my freedoms.
(B) I want freedom.
(C) I wanted for my freedom.
(D) I wished for being freedom.
Answer: (B) I want freedom.

33. The train will stop ______ many stations. Choose the correct preposition.
(A) on
(B) upon
(C) at
(D) by
Answer: (C) at

34. We should speak the truth. The underlined modal is used to imply ______.
(A) probability
(B) certainty
(C) request
(D) duty
Answer: (D) duty

35. “He was writing a letter.” Choose the correct passive voice form for the given sentence.
(A) A letter was being written by him.
(B) A letter was wrote by him.
(C) He wrote a letter.
(D) He was being writing a letter.
Answer: (A) A letter was being written by him.

36. “Let the door be closed.” Choose the correct active voice form for the given sentence.
(A) You closed the door.
(B) Closed the door.
(C) Door closed please.
(D) Close the door.
Answer: (D) Close the door.

37. Raju used to earn by ______. Choose the correct option to make it a meaningful sentence.
(A) nick of time
(B) fits and starts
(C) ups and downs
(D) in and out
Answer: (B) fits and starts (meaning irregularly).

38. In her imaginary world, Amanda plays the role of ______.
(A) a queen and a mermaid
(B) an orphan and a princess
(C) a mermaid and an orphan
(D) a queen and an orphan
Answer: (C) a mermaid and an orphan (She also imagines being Rapunzel, a princess-like figure, but that’s not an option).

39. In the poem ‘Animals’, the speaker wonders where the animals got the ______ from.
(A) laughter
(B) tokens
(C) food
(D) strength
Answer: (B) tokens

40. With reference to the given passage, choose the word having the same meaning as the word stifled.
(A) Removed
(B) Allowed
(C) Suppressed
(D) Released
Answer: (C) Suppressed

41. According to the narrator of the given passage, it was a difficult day on the day of the village fair for the girl because ______.
(A) the girl had no friends to go with to the fair
(B) the girl had a strong desire to ride the merry-go-round
(C) the girl could not spend her money
(D) the girl had to resist her temptations to ride the merry-go-round despite having the money to spend
Answer: (D) the girl had to resist her temptations to ride the merry-go-round despite having the money to spend

42. The experiences of refugee children from Afghanistan vary widely according to individual ______.
(A) needs and wants
(B) impairment and available accommodation
(C) money and shelter
(D) impairment and food habits
Answer: (B) impairment and available accommodation

43. From the given Bar diagram, arrange the given types of disability in the ascending order.
(A) Self-care, Cognitive, Depression, Walking
(B) Depression, Self-care, Cognitive, Walking
(C) Walking, Depression, Cognitive, Self-care
(D) Depression, Cognitive, Self-care, Walking
Answer: (A) Self-care, Cognitive, Depression, Walking (Based on the bar heights: Self-care (7.5%), Cognitive (21%), Depression (23%), Walking (27%)).

44. Read the following statements based on the given passage and choose the correct option:

Statement 1: Access to education is difficult for children with disabilities.
Statement 2: Children with disabilities from low and middle income countries suffer more.
(A) Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false
(B) Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true
(C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true
(D) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are false
Answer: (C) Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are true

45. In the 2011 survey, it was found that children with difficulty in seeing were most likely to have access to ______.
(A) games
(B) music
(C) education
(D) health
Answer: (C) education

SECTION – B

(Answer the following briefly)
(2 x 10 = 20)

46. Write two sentences about the ‘magnificent view’ that Rajvir saw outside from his train window.
Answer: The ‘magnificent view’ Rajvir saw was of green, green tea bushes stretching as far as the eye could see. Against the backdrop of densely wooded hills, the orderly rows of tea bushes were dotted with tall, sturdy shade-trees.

47. “Now we’re really going to get some water, woman.”
(a) Who is the ‘woman’ being referred to?
Answer: The ‘woman’ being referred to is Lencho’s wife.
(b) What ‘water’ does the speaker imply?
Answer: The ‘water’ implied by the speaker is rain, which his crops desperately needed.

48. Give a brief description of the postmaster as represented in ‘A Letter from God’.
Answer: The postmaster was a fat, amiable (friendly and pleasant) man. He was also kind, generous, and empathetic, as he decided to help Lencho by collecting money to preserve the writer’s faith in God.

49. What, according to Mandela, was the greatest wealth of his country?
Answer: According to Mandela, the greatest wealth of his country was its people, who were “finer and truer than the purest diamonds.”

50. Mention two aspects of Coorgi homes from your reading of ‘Coorg’.
Answer: Two aspects of Coorgi homes are:

They have a strong tradition of hospitality.
They are more than willing to recount numerous tales of valour related to their sons and fathers.

51. How did Valli gather information about the bus journey?
Answer: Valli gathered information by carefully listening to conversations between her neighbours and people who regularly used the bus. She also asked a few discreet questions to find out details like the fare, travel time, and distance.

52. “He hears the last ______ at night / The patrolling ______.” Fill in the blanks.
Answer: “He hears the last voice at night / The patrolling cars.”

53. By what names were Belinda’s pets known?
Answer: Belinda’s pets were known by the names Ink (the kitten), Blink (the mouse), Mustard (the dog), and Custard (the dragon).

54. What are the temptations that Valli had to resist to take the first journey by bus?
Answer: Valli had to resist the temptation to buy peppermints, toys, and balloons. She also had to resist the strong desire to ride the merry-go-round at the village fair.

55. Give the antonym and synonym of the word careful.
Answer:

Antonym: careless
Synonym: cautious

SECTION – C

(Answer the following)

56. Provide a pen-picture of Ausable. (4)
Answer: Ausable was a secret agent who did not fit the typical description of one. He was extremely fat and spoke with an American accent, which he had not lost despite living in Paris for twenty years. He lived in a small, gloomy room on the sixth floor of a French hotel. Despite his ordinary appearance, Ausable was exceptionally clever, quick-witted, and resourceful. He possessed a sharp mind and could invent convincing stories on the spot to outwit his rivals, as he did with Max by inventing a non-existent balcony.

How did the ‘charming lady’ trap Horace?
Answer: The ‘charming lady’ trapped Horace with her cleverness and confidence. She found him in the house but remained calm, pretending to be the owner’s wife. She manipulated him by saying she needed the jewels for a party but had forgotten the code for the safe. By expressing fear of her husband’s anger, she gained Horace’s sympathy and convinced him to open the safe for her, promising she would let him go. Horace, fooled by her charm and story, broke open the safe, left his fingerprints everywhere, and was arrested two days later.

57. Show how Griffin was a ‘lawless person’. (4)
Answer: Griffin was a brilliant scientist but a lawless person. He set fire to his landlord’s house in revenge. He stole food and clothes from a big London store. He robbed a shopkeeper in Drury Lane. In the village of Iping, he stole money from a clergyman’s desk and attacked Mrs. Hall with flying furniture. Finally, he knocked the constable, Mr. Jaffers, unconscious to escape arrest, proving he had no regard for the law or other people’s property and well-being.

Narrate the young lawyer’s experience at Lutkins’ mother’s farm.
Answer: The hack driver (Lutkins) took the young lawyer to Lutkins’ mother’s farm, describing her as a terrifying woman. When they arrived, the mother confronted them with a hot iron rod from the stove and threatened to burn them if they didn’t leave. She chased them out of the house, laughing at their fright. The lawyer was so terrified by her aggressive behaviour that he decided it was not wise to search the house for Lutkins.

SECTION – D

58. Write an essay on any one of the following topics : (5)
(c) Your Favourite Book

My Favourite Book: ‘The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes’

Among the countless books that have graced my bookshelf, my absolute favourite is ‘The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes’ by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This collection of short stories is not just a book; it is a gateway to a world of mystery, logic, and brilliant deduction that has captivated me since I first read it.

The central character, Sherlock Holmes, is what makes the book so extraordinary. He is not a typical hero; he is a “consulting detective” with a mind like a razor-sharp computer. His ability to observe the tiniest details and draw accurate conclusions from them is nothing short of genius. Through the eyes of his loyal friend, Dr. John Watson, we witness Holmes solving the most baffling cases, from a mysterious league of red-headed men to a royal scandal involving a photograph.

What I love most about the book is how it challenges the reader to think. Each story is a puzzle, and I find immense joy in trying to piece together the clues alongside Holmes. The foggy, gas-lit streets of Victorian London provide the perfect atmospheric backdrop for these thrilling mysteries. The book taught me the importance of observation, logical reasoning, and looking beyond the obvious. It is a timeless classic that I can read over and over again, always finding something new to admire.

Write a story on the basis of the following outline. Give a suitable title : (5)
Two cats steal a cake—they quarrel over their share—they ask a monkey for making two equal halves—the cats are deceived

The Cunning Monkey and the Foolish Cats

Once upon a time, two cats who were great friends stole a large piece of cake from a bakery. They took it to a quiet corner to share it. However, a problem arose. “I will take the bigger piece because I saw the cake first,” said one cat. “No! I should get the bigger piece because I was the one who snatched it,” argued the other. They began to quarrel fiercely over their shares.

A cunning monkey sitting on a nearby tree saw this as a golden opportunity. He came down and said, “My dear friends, why are you fighting? Let me help you divide the cake into two equal halves.” The foolish cats agreed. The monkey brought a weighing scale and broke the cake into two pieces. He placed one piece on each side of the scale. “Oh, this one is heavier,” he said, and took a large bite from the heavier piece.

Now, the other piece became heavier. So, he took a bite from that one. This went on, with the monkey taking bites from each piece, claiming he was trying to make them equal. The cats watched in dismay as their cake grew smaller and smaller. Finally, only two tiny crumbs were left. The monkey popped them into his mouth and said, “My fee for solving your dispute!” before scampering up the tree, leaving the two foolish cats with nothing.

59. Write a letter to the Editor of ‘The Assam Tribune’ regarding the waste of resources during the festivals. You are Radha/Rishav from Panbazar, Guwahati. (3)

To
The Editor
The Assam Tribune
Guwahati – 781003

Subject: Concern over wastage of resources during festivals

Sir,

Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I would like to draw the attention of the public and the concerned authorities towards the immense wastage of valuable resources during festivals in our city.

While festivals are a time for joy and celebration, they have unfortunately become synonymous with extravagance and waste. Precious resources like electricity are wasted on excessive decorative lighting that stays on all night. Huge amounts of food are prepared, and a significant portion often ends up in the garbage. Furthermore, the immersion of idols painted with toxic chemicals pollutes our rivers, and the bursting of firecrackers leads to severe air and noise pollution.

It is high time we embrace the concept of an eco-friendly celebration. We must celebrate responsibly by conserving electricity, avoiding food wastage, using natural materials for decorations, and opting for community fireworks to reduce pollution. I urge everyone to celebrate the spirit of our festivals without harming our environment.

Yours sincerely,
Rishav
Panbazar, Guwahati

Write a report on the Annual Day Celebrations of your school. (3)

Annual Day Celebrated with Grandeur
By a Staff Reporter

Guwahati, March 21: St. Mary’s School, Guwahati, celebrated its Annual Day on Friday, 20th March, with great pomp and splendour on the school playground. The event, which began at 10:00 a.m., was presided over by the respected Headmaster of the school. The Chief Guest for the occasion was the renowned author, Dr. Arup Kumar Dutta.

The ceremony commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by the Chief Guest, followed by the singing of the National Anthem. The Headmaster then presented the annual report, highlighting the school’s achievements. The Chief Guest, in his inspiring speech, urged the students to strive for excellence in all fields.

The main attraction of the day was the prize distribution ceremony, where meritorious students were awarded for their academic and co-curricular achievements. This was followed by a series of vibrant cultural performances by the students, including folk dances, songs, and a short play, which enthralled the audience. The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks proposed by the School Monitor.

SECTION – E

GRAMMAR

60. Translate the following into the language as per your MIL / IL subject: (1×3=3)
(Solution provided in Assamese)

(a) We have to learn our lessons regularly.
Assamese: আমি আমাৰ পাঠবোৰ নিয়মীয়াকৈ শিকিব লাগে।
(b) Students should not be distracted by politics.
Assamese: ছাত্ৰ-ছাত্ৰীসকল ৰাজনীতিৰ দ্বাৰা বিচলিত হ’ব নালাগে।
(c) Assam is a land of diversity.
Assamese: অসম এখন বৈচিত্ৰ্যৰ ভূমি।

Write a substance of the following passage: (3)
A great advantage of early rising is the good start it gives us…

Substance:
Early rising offers a significant advantage by providing a good start to the day’s work. The mind is fresh in the morning with few distractions, ensuring that work is done well and efficiently. An early riser also gets time for exercise, which provides lasting energy. By starting early, one has ample time to complete all tasks thoroughly without rushing, which allows for a long interval of rest in the evening.

61. Rewrite the sentences using the correct form of tense for the verb given in the brackets: (1×2=2)
(a) Hari loves to read novels. (love)
(b) We have been living in Guwahati since last January. (live)

62. Change the narration of the following sentences: (1×2=2)
(a) The teacher said, “Today we will learn a poem.”
Answer: The teacher said that they would learn a poem that day.
(b) Father told me not to waste my time.
Answer: Father said to me, “Do not waste your time.”

63. Rewrite the following as directed: (1×2=2)
(a) Though he was old, he was energetic. (Write as a compound sentence)
Answer: He was old, but he was energetic.
(b) Social media is deceptive. (Rewrite in interrogative form)
Answer: Is social media not deceptive?