Class 8 English: Voice and Narration Practice
This worksheet helps students practice converting sentences between active and passive voice, and direct and indirect narration. It covers fundamental concepts for Class 8 English.
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- Q1.Choose the correct passive voice for the sentence: 'She reads a book.'
- A.A book is read by her.
- B.A book was read by her.
- C.A book has been read by her.
- D.A book will be read by her.
- Q2.Identify the correct direct narration for: 'He said that he was busy.'
- A.He said, "I am busy."
- B.He said, "I was busy."
- C.He said, "He is busy."
- D.He said, "He was busy."
- Q3.Which of these is in active voice?
- A.The ball was caught by the boy.
- B.The boy caught the ball.
- C.The ball is caught by the boy.
- D.The ball had been caught by the boy.
- Q4.Change to indirect narration: 'She said, "I like sweets."'
- A.She said that she liked sweets.
- B.She says that she likes sweets.
- C.She said that I like sweets.
- D.She told me that she liked sweets.
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What's inside this workbook
This Class 8 English Practice contains 10 questions across 2 printable pages and includes a full answer key at easy difficulty. Aligned to the CBSE and NCERT syllabus.
How this worksheet helps your child
- Builds confidence in core English concepts taught in Class 8 through repeated, varied practice.
- Aligned to CBSE and NCERT — questions mirror the pattern children see in school tests and unit assessments.
- Comes with an answer key so parents and students can self-check in minutes, without needing a teacher.
- Pitched at easy level — use it for daily homework, weekend revision or quick exam warm-ups.
About this worksheet
This helpful Class 8 English practice worksheet focuses on two crucial grammar topics: Voice (Active and Passive) and Narration (Direct and Indirect Speech). Understanding how to convert sentences between these forms is a fundamental skill that significantly improves a student's ability to express themselves clearly and effectively both in writing and speaking. These concepts are integral to the CBSE Class 8 English curriculum, forming the bedrock for more advanced language studies. This worksheet is designed for students seeking to reinforce their understanding of these grammar rules, offering easy-level exercises that build confidence. It's perfect for parents who want to support their child's learning at home or teachers looking for additional practice material aligned with NCERT guidelines. Mastering voice and narration will empower students to write more varied and engaging sentences, enhancing their overall communication skills.
What your child will learn
- Practice converting sentences from active voice to passive voice.
- Identify direct speech and indirect speech in given sentences.
- Apply rules for changing direct narration to indirect narration.
- Recognise the appropriate use of active and passive voice.
- Solve exercises involving changes in tense and pronouns during narration conversion.
Understanding the concept
Voice in grammar refers to the relationship between the verb and the subject of a sentence. In the 'active voice', the subject performs the action (e.g., 'The boy kicked the ball'). Here, 'the boy' is doing the kicking. In the 'passive voice', the subject receives the action (e.g., 'The ball was kicked by the boy'). The focus shifts to the 'ball'. Mastering voice allows for varied sentence construction, making writing more interesting and precise. Narration, on the other hand, deals with how we report what someone has said or written. 'Direct narration' is when we quote the exact words spoken, using quotation marks (e.g., She said, 'I am going to the market.'). 'Indirect narration' (also called reported speech) is when we rephrase what was said without using the exact words, often with changes in verbs and pronouns (e.g., She said that she was going to the market.). Understanding these conversions is vital for accurately reporting information and comprehending texts, as they change how information is presented and interpreted.
Tips for parents & teachers
- Encourage your child to read the instructions carefully before attempting the exercises.
- Review the basic rules of active/passive voice and direct/indirect narration together before starting.
- Work through a couple of examples together to ensure understanding of the conversion process.
- Use a separate notebook for rough work to practice different conversions before writing the final answer.
- Discuss any errors and explain the correct application of grammar rules patiently.
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How to use this worksheet at home
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