Phrases and Clauses, DAV English Practise Book, Class VII, The Best Solutions

Worksheet 1 –

Work with your partner. Fill in the blanks with suitable phrases given in the Aid Box.

AID BOX
• under the cover of darkness
• by and large
• the beauty of the rising sun
• as a rule
• in the fading light
• after all

Fill in the blanks:

1. Chachi was, by and large, a fairly tolerant person.
2. Such cases, as a rule, are not dealt with by this office.
3. The painting was stolen by someone under the cover of darkness.
4. The ball couldn’t be traced in the fading light.
5. The beauty of the rising sun spread across the sky in the east.
6. The audience was, after all, pleased with his performance.

Worksheet 2 –

Look at the two pictures of the same room. There has been a burglary. Picture A shows the condition of the room before the burglary and Picture B after it took place. Write down where the things missing in Picture B were actually kept. Use the words given in the Box. One example has been done for you.

Example:

1. There was a television set on the trolley.
2. There were some paintings on the wall.
3. The handbag was on the floor.
4. The guitar was hanging on the wall.
5. There was a computer on the computer table.
6. The briefcase was on the rug.
7. A window was on the wall.
8. A vase was on the rack.
9. A video recorder was on the television table.
10. There were two watches lying on the floor.

Worksheet 3 –

Read these sentences from the Unit ‘Attitude’ in My English Reader (C-VII).

1. Walls were peeled away so that remains of rooms stood gaping open.
2. Her fears had been lifted by what she had accomplished.
3. She heard a very faint cry when she got back.
4. I don’t know where my courage came from.

Worksheet 4 –

Look at the pictures given below. Guess the reason why each of these persons feels so. Then complete the given sentences. One has been done for you.

1. Mr Sunder is laughing because someone cracked a funny joke.
2. Sujoy is feeling happy because he won the game.
3. Ridhima is angry because her brother broke her toy.
4. Mrs Sharma has fallen asleep because she was very tired.
5. Mr Rajput does not know what to do because his plan failed.
6. Srinivas is crying because he lost his pet.

Worksheet 5 –

Work with your partner. In the following paragraph, some clauses are given in bold letters. Write the clauses in the table given on the next page along with their subject and predicate.

Worksheet 6 –

Read these sentences. Underline the part of the sentence that tells us something more about the action or state mentioned in bold letters. One has been done for you.

1. The children got together after their school had got over.
2. She will be staying with me though she can afford a good hotel.
3. They can win the match if they work hard.
4. Her parents disapprove of parties if they are held late at night.
5. Pratinav ran fast so that he could reach the school in time.
6. We must preserve trees before it is too late.

Worksheet 7 –

Match Column A with Column C and use words from Column B to connect them

and make meaningful sentences. One has been done for you.

1. We met several years ago while I was studying in the UK.
2. I am learning music because I want to become a singer.
3. We must return home before it starts raining.
4. I will buy you this book if you need it.
5. She gave a loud scream when she saw the snake.
6. He was warmly received although he went late.
7. Please don’t go till I return.
8. I will complete the work so that I can leave early.
9. He left early so that he could catch the last train.

Worksheet 8 –

What do you think should be done with regard to the following environmental problems? Take help from the clues given below. Write one sentence about each. One has been done for you.

2. I think the Taj Mahal can be saved if we stop air pollution around it.
3. I believe the problem of industrial pollution can be solved if we relocate industries on the outskirts.
4. I hope skin cancer will reduce when we ban the use of harmful sprays.
5. I think wildlife can be saved if we stop hunting animals.

Worksheet 9 –

Look at this picture of a beautiful hill station. The letter given on the next page describes the place, but there are some blanks in it. Fill in the blanks. Use the clues given in the Aid Box. The first blank has been filled as an example.

Hill Station Letter

1. … a waterfall which is a delight to view.
2. … People live in houses that are made of wood.
3. … Girvar forest, which is rich in wildlife.
4. … Shiv Temple, which was built in the 17th century.
5. … Gauri volcano, which is now inactive.

Worksheet 10 –

Look at the picture and complete the given sentence by adding a suitable adjective clause. One has been done for you.

2. That castle which stands on the hill is very ancient.
3. What is the name of that girl who won the race?
4. This is the book that I was talking about.
5. This is the desert where no one lives.
6. This is the house that my grandfather built.
7. I have a box which is full of memories.
8. It is the weather that I enjoy the most.
9. This is the tree under which I used to play.

Worksheet 11 –

Read these sentences. What do you notice about the groups of words written in bold?

Worksheet 12 –

Write a sentence on each of the prompts given below using a noun clause. One has been done for you as an example.

2. I know that we should vote for the best candidate.
3. He said that he was sure to win.
4. I was shocked to hear that there was a stampede in the shrine.
5. I don’t know who will drive in the hills.
6. It’s a pity that he lost his job.
7. I want that I succeed with good marks.

Worksheet 13 –

Complete the following sentences by adding a noun clause to each of them. Make sure that your clauses have a subject and a predicate of their own. One has been done for you.

2. My teacher wants that I submit my work on time.
3. I could not imagine that he would lie to me.
4. I want to know why you were absent.
5. Gandhiji believed that truth always wins.
6. No one can deny that honesty is the best policy.
7. This is what I had been looking for.

Worksheet 14 –

A. Do you like crosswords and word puzzles? Write down one reason why you like/do not like crosswords and word puzzles.

Answer – Yes, I like crosswords and word puzzles because they help me improve my vocabulary and keep my mind sharp.

B. Look at the word puzzle given below on the subject ‘Sports’. Note the hidden word ‘Athletics’ and the way the word puzzle is constructed.

1. You need one when you play tennis. (RACKET)
2. It is worn so that you don’t get hurt. (HELMET)
3. The person who wins the game. (CHAMPION)
4. A structure where stands the goalkeeper. (Goal)
5. Referee – The person who enforces the rules in a game.

Clue: The person (who enforces the rules in a game).

6. Match – A structure (where two teams compete to win).

Clue: A structure (where two teams compete to win).

7. Winner – A person who finishes first in the race.

Clue: A person (who finishes first in the race).

8. Score – The number that shows how many points a team has.

Clue: The number (that shows how many points a team has).

9. Doubles – A match (where two players play on each side).

Clue: A match where two players play on each side).

Worksheet 15 –

Get into groups of four and create a word puzzle. Choose a theme and a hidden word from the list given below. The hidden word should form the backbone of your word puzzle.

Theme: Food and Drinks

Hidden Word (written vertically): VEGETABLE

Step II: Find 9 words related to ‘Food and Drinks’ that begin with each letter of the hidden word:

Step III: Clues (with clauses)

Write clues for each word. Include a clause in every clue.

1. Vinegar – A sour liquid (that is used in salad dressing).
2. Egg – A food item (that comes from a hen).
3. Grapes – Small juicy fruits (which can be green or purple).
4. Eclair – A pastry (that is filled with cream and topped with chocolate).
5. Tea – A hot drink (which is often served in the morning).
6. Avocado – A green fruit (that is rich in healthy fats).
7. Bread – A food (that is baked and eaten with butter or jam).
8. Lemon – A yellow fruit (which tastes very sour).
9. Espresso – A strong coffee (that is served in small cups).

Worksheet 16 –

A. Read these sentences.

– She was late; therefore, she was punished.

– Shalini loves cooking; nevertheless, she does not get many opportunities to cook.

We notice that the semi-colon (;) is followed by words ‘therefore’ and ‘nevertheless’ in the above sentences. Such words connect independent clauses. They help to make the relationship between the clauses clear. Other such words are: moreover, consequently, otherwise, etc.

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B. Combine the following pairs of sentences by using a semi-colon and an appropriate connecting word/phrase, chosen from the Aid Box given below. The first one has been done for you.

1. It rained for two hours; however, the weather remained hot.
2. Hurry up; otherwise, we will miss the train.
3. He reached late; consequently, he forgot to bring his papers.
4. He works hard to save money; but, his wife is a spendthrift.
5. There was famine in the village; therefore, the villagers left the village.

DO IT YOURSELF –

Look at the picture given below and try to guess the answers to the questions that follow. One has been done as an example.

(a) They’ve got together to have a birthday party.
(b) I think the boy who is wearing dotted shirt is the birthday boy.
(c) The flower-vase is kept on the table.
(d) It is a painting that shows a mountain sunset.
(e) I think they played games and danced after they had eaten.
(f) I like the decorations with balloons and ribbons.
(g) The boy’s parents are the man and woman standing near the cake.
(h) They must have felt very excited and happy at the party.

Read the following incomplete dialogue between Randeep and Shireen. Complete it in any suitable way.

Shireen: I’m not too sure if I’ll be free at that time.
Randeep: Let me know once you speak to your parents.
Shireen: When do you want me to tell you?
Randeep: As soon as it’s possible because admissions are closing soon.