Nominalisation Exercises

1. Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions given

after each. Make other changes that may be necessary but do not change
the meaning of each sentence.
Question 1.
He was preparing with full enthusiasm for IAS Examination.
(Rewrite using the word ‘preparation’)
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Question 2.
We have an obligation to do our best.
(Rewrite using ‘oblige’ in your own sentence)
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Question 3.
Latest intimation on the capture of the suspect was given to media.
(Rewrite using ‘intimate’ in your sentence)
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Question 4.
His resignation was not accepted by the Governor.
(Rewrite using ‘resign’)
Answer:
When he resigned, it was not accepted by the Governor.

Question 5.
Closure time of the market has been shortened by one ’ hour.
(Rewrite using word ‘close’)
Answer:
The market will be closed one hour earlier from the scheduled time.

Question 6.
The animals were kept in the enclosure to keep them safe from outside
disturbances.
(Rewrite using the word ‘enclose’)
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Question 7.
The fraud by the company was exposed to police.
(Use the word ‘exposure’ in a sentence)
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Question 8.
The failure to file IT Returns may lead to fine and punishment.
(Rewrite using the word ‘fail’)
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Question 9.
The Pleasures of Reading are not felt by todays’ young generation.
(Rewrite using ‘please’)
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Question 10.
Rohan was watching the circus show in amazement.
(Rewrite using the word ‘amaze’)
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2. Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions given

after each. Make other changes that may be necessary but do not change
the meaning of each sentence.
Question 1.
The property dispute could not be settled amicably.
(Rewrite using the word ‘settlement’)
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Question 2.
The governors are appointed by the President of India.
(Rewrite using the word ‘appointment’)
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Question 3.
The procurement of wheat is not required at present.
(Use the word ‘procure’)
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Question 4.
This enactment of the new law required a referendum in the entire state.
(Rewrite using the word ‘enact’)

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Question 5.
The trade fair attracts thousands of visitors from all over India.
(Rewrite using the word ‘attraction’)
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Question 6.
The collections of the party fund was going at a low speed.
(Rewrite using the word ‘collect’)
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Question 7.
Nobody appreciated the honest officer’s demotion.
(Rewrite using the word ‘demote’)
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Question 8.
His actions are a matter of serious concern.
(Rewrite using the word ‘act’)
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Question 9.
Seeds get dispersed with the help of wind and birds.
(Rewrite using the word ‘dispersion’)
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Question 10.
Our existence on this Earth is very limited.
(Rewrite using the word ‘exist’)
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3. Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions given

after each. Make other changes that may be necessary but do not change
the meaning of each sentence.
Question 1.
Please do not insist upon my being present in the party tomorrow.
(Rewrite using the word ‘presence’)
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Question 2.
He excelled as a voice-trainer in the company and was well rewarded.
(Use the word ‘excellence’ and rewrite the sentence)
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Question 3.
My preferance of coffee to tea is known to everyone.
(Rewrite using the word ‘prefer’)
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Question 4.
My residence is a rented one.
(Rewrite using the word ‘reside’)
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Question 5.
If he accepts his crime, he might be convicted.
(Rewrite using the word ‘acceptance’)
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Question 6.
How he performs in this competitive exam will make a great difference.
(Rewrite using the word ‘performance’)
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Question 7.
Too many flights at one time delay the clearance procedure.
(Rewrite using the word ‘clear’)
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Question 8.
Most of the staff was absorbed in the new company.
(Rewrite using the word ‘absorbance’)
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Question 9.
Daily allowance of ₹ 200 is too less to survive.
(Rewrite using the word ‘allow’)
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Question 10.
The committee’s disapproval of OROP will ignite more agitation.
(Rewrite using ‘disapprove’)
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4. Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions given

after each. Make other changes that may be necessary but do not change
the meaning of each sentence.
Question 1.
The minister dismissed the complaint suggesting it was done to damage his
reputation.
(Rewrite using the word ‘dismissal’)
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Question 2.
Our ‘survival’ depends on our skills.
(Rewrite using the word ‘survive’)
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Question 3.
The convict was asked to appear before the court for his trial in robbery case.
(Rewrite using the word ‘try’)
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Question 4.
The public and the media proposed to continue the discussion.
(Rewrite using the word ‘proposal’)
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Question 5.
The student was not permitted to sit for examination due to very low
attendance.
(Rewrite using ‘permission’)
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Question 6.
Omission of a few passages from the text was brought to the editor’s notice.
(Rewrite using the word ‘omit’)
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Question 7.
Delhi University has made the admission procedure very cumbersome for new
students.
(Rewrite using the word ‘admit’)
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Question 8.
The demand for concessions was rejected by the committee.
(Rewrite using the word ‘concede’)
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Question 9.
Submission of bail papers was not done in time so he had to stay in lock up for
a day.
(Use ‘submit’ instead and frame a sentence)
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Question 10.
Her attitude often annoys me.
(Rewrite using‘annoyance’)
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5. Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions given

after each. Make other changes that may be necessary but do not change
the meaning of each sentence.
Question 1.
His arrogance was the cause of his losing the election.
(Rewrite the sentence using the word ‘arrogant’)
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Question 2.
She was the only person capable of being house captain.
(Use : capability)
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Question 3.
He does not intend to leave the company.
(Use : intention)
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Question 4.
It doesn’t matter which chemical you put into the mixture first, the results will be
the same.
(Use : difference)
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Question 5.
The teacher forgave the student who had misbehaved with her and it was
welcomed by all.
(Rewrite using ‘forgiveness’)
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Question 6.
She could never accept the fact of being betrayed by him.
(Rewrite using ‘betrayal’)
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Question 7.
Swara hesitated much to tell her that she irritated her by stupid questions.
(Use ‘irritation’)
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Question 8.
Sandhya always wanted to go for lectureship.
(Rewrite using ‘lecturer’)
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Question 9.
Our lives were devoid of any difficulties when we were children.
(Use ‘childhood’)
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Question 10.
The minarets of the ‘Char Minar’ are 48.7 metres high.
(Use ‘height’)
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