C10 Do as Directed , Set 1
(i) *the* – “the” is the definite determiner that fits the idiomatic expression “the odds of life.” (ii) *to* – the preposition “to” is used with “bring luck” when indicating the recipient (his family). (iii) *could* – “could” is the correct modal for polite requests in indirect speech (“asked if they could”). (iv) *Although* – the conjunction “although” introduces a contrast between limited means and being honest. (v) *Leaving* home early, she arrived here on time. _Explanation:_ the participle “Leaving” combines the two actions into one sentence with a non‑finite verb. (vi) *What* you say, I agree to. _Explanation:_ “what” is used to transform the clause into a noun phrase acting as the object of “agree to.” (vii) *Why was the poor man laughed at (by you)?* _Explanation:_ the active question is changed into a passive construction, moving the focus to the man. (viii) *The boy said to the teacher, “Forgive me.”* _Explanation:_ indirect speech is converted to direct narration, quo...
