Transformation of Sentences: (Continues from class activity..)

Complex - When the hunter saw the tiger, he climbed up a tree.

Simple - On seeing the tiger, the hunter climbed up a tree.

Complex: When the cat is away, the mice will play.

Simple: In the absence of the cat, the mice will play.

Complex: He said that he was innocent.

Simple: He declared his innocence.

Complex: How long I shall stay is doubtful.

Simple: The duration of my stay is doubtful.

HOMEWORK

Transform the following Complex Sentences into Simple  Sentences:

1. Although there is inflation, the standard of living has gone up.

2. I know where he was born.

3. The truth is he was absent.

4. Only those boys who work hard will succeed.

5. You need not ask who I am.