Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Kinds of Sentence

Question:

Choose the best option to convert the given Assertive Sentence into Exclamatory Sentence:

I wish I knew more people here.

Options:

If only I knew more people here!

What a pity to have known more people here.

Oh! Fie! I know nobody here.

Alas! I could have known more people here.

Correct Answer:

If only I knew more people here!

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) - If only I knew more people here!

 

  • The sentence expresses a wish or longing, which can be converted into an exclamatory sentence using "If only" to convey the same sense of regret or desire.
  • Other options:
    • "What a pity to have known more people here.": Incorrect, as it changes the meaning.
    • "Oh! Fie! I know nobody here.": Incorrect, as it adds an unrelated tone of frustration.
    • "Alas! I could have known more people here.": Incorrect, as it implies a missed opportunity in the past, which is not the original intent.