Model Answer
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Grammatical transformations are fundamental to language proficiency and are often tested in competitive examinations to assess a candidate’s understanding of sentence structure and meaning. The ability to accurately modify sentences while preserving their original intent is crucial for effective communication. This question specifically focuses on replacing a correlative conjunction pair with an alternative, requiring a precise understanding of their respective functions and implications. The task is to rewrite the given sentence, ensuring grammatical correctness and semantic equivalence.
The original sentence is: "Not only Rama but also Gopal did it."
Transformation and Explanation
The directive is to remove "not only" and "but also" and replace them with "as well as." This requires careful consideration of how the conjunctions function in the original sentence.
“Not only…but also” is a correlative conjunction used to emphasize that two things are true. It creates a sense of addition and importance. “As well as” simply indicates addition, without the same level of emphasis.
Applying the transformation, the revised sentence becomes: "Rama as well as Gopal did it."
Grammatical Considerations
- The structure "as well as" connects two nouns or noun phrases.
- The verb ("did") agrees with the first noun ("Rama"). This is a standard grammatical rule when using "as well as."
Comparison of Original and Revised Sentences
| Feature | Original Sentence ("Not only Rama but also Gopal did it") | Revised Sentence ("Rama as well as Gopal did it") |
|---|---|---|
| Emphasis | Strong emphasis on both Rama and Gopal | Simple addition of Rama and Gopal |
| Conjunction Type | Correlative Conjunction | Coordinating Conjunction (functioning as a prepositional phrase) |
| Grammatical Structure | More formal and emphatic | More concise and straightforward |
While the revised sentence conveys the same basic information – that both Rama and Gopal performed the action – it lacks the emphatic quality of the original. However, it fulfills the requirement of the question by correctly substituting the specified grammatical structure.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the transformation of the sentence from "Not only Rama but also Gopal did it" to "Rama as well as Gopal did it" successfully replaces the requested grammatical structure while maintaining the core meaning. Although the emphasis shifts slightly, the revised sentence is grammatically correct and effectively communicates the intended information. This exercise demonstrates a fundamental understanding of English syntax and the nuances of conjunctions.
Answer Length
This is a comprehensive model answer for learning purposes and may exceed the word limit. In the exam, always adhere to the prescribed word count.