Noun clauses exercise
In each of the following sentences, replace the words in bold text by suitable noun clauses.
1. Nobody knows the time of his arrival.
2. I heard of his death.
3. The reason for his failure is unknown.
4. We expect an improvement in his performance.
5. I know him to be trustworthy.
6. He confessed his guilt.
7. The place of their meeting was known to the police.
8. I do not believe his words.
9. The sailor told us the direction of the wind.
10. His friends hoped for his recovery.
Answers
1. Nobody knows when he will arrive.
2. I heard that he had died.
3. Why he had failed is unknown.
4. We expect that there will be an improvement in his performance.
5. I know that he is trustworthy.
6. He confessed that he is guilty.
7. The place where they would meet was known to the police.
8. I do not believe what he has said.
9. The sailor told us where the wind was blowing from.
10. His friends hoped that he would recover.