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Interrogative pronouns Exercises in Kannada language
Interrogative pronouns in Kannada play a crucial role in forming questions, allowing speakers to seek specific information. These pronouns are akin to "who," "what," "where," "when," "why," and "how" in English. By mastering interrogative pronouns, learners can effectively engage in conversations, ask for details, and clarify uncertainties, making their communication more dynamic and interactive. Understanding the nuances of these pronouns not only enhances linguistic competence but also deepens cultural insights, as questioning forms an integral part of daily interactions in Kannada-speaking regions.
In Kannada, interrogative pronouns include words like "ಯಾರು" (yāru) for "who," "ಏನು" (ēnu) for "what," "ಎಲ್ಲಿ" (elli) for "where," "ಯಾವಾಗ" (yāvāga) for "when," "ಏಕೆ" (ēke) for "why," and "ಹೇಗೆ" (hēge) for "how." Each of these words serves as a building block for constructing questions that can range from simple inquiries to more complex queries. Through targeted exercises, learners can practice and internalize these pronouns, gaining confidence and fluency in their use. By engaging with these exercises, you'll be well on your way to mastering the art of questioning in Kannada, thereby enhancing both your language skills and your ability to connect with Kannada-speaking communities.
Exercise 1
<p>1. *ಯಾರು* ನನ್ನ ಪುಸ್ತಕವನ್ನು ಕದ್ದರು? (person)</p>
<p>2. *ಏನು* ನೀನು ಬೆಳಿಗ್ಗೆ ತಿನ್ನುತ್ತೀಯ? (thing)</p>
<p>3. *ಎಲ್ಲಿ* ನೀನು ಹೋಗುತ್ತಿದ್ದೀಯ? (place)</p>
<p>4. *ಯಾವುದು* ನಿನ್ನ ಮೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಚಿತ್ರ? (which one)</p>
<p>5. *ಎಷ್ಟು* ನೀನು ಓದಿದೆ? (quantity)</p>
<p>6. *ಯಾವಾಗ* ನೀನು ಮನೆಗೆ ಬರುತ್ತೀಯ? (time)</p>
<p>7. *ಯಾಕೆ* ನೀನು ಊಟ ಮಾಡಿಲ್ಲ? (reason)</p>
<p>8. *ಹೇಗೆ* ನೀನು ಪರೀಕ್ಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಉತ್ತೀರ್ಣನಾದೆ? (manner)</p>
<p>9. *ಯಾವ* ಪುಸ್ತಕವನ್ನು ನೀನು ಶಿಫಾರಸು ಮಾಡುತ್ತೀಯ? (which)</p>
<p>10. *ಎಷ್ಟು* ಜನರು ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಕ್ಕೆ ಬಂದಿದ್ದಾರೆ? (number of people)</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. *ಯಾರು* ನನ್ನ ಪುಸ್ತಕವನ್ನು ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಂಡರು? (Who took my book?)</p>
<p>2. ನೀನು *ಏನು* ತಿನ್ನುತ್ತಿದ್ದೀಯ? (What are you eating?)</p>
<p>3. ಈ ಬಾಗಿಲು *ಯಾವ* ಬಾಗಿಲು? (Which door is this?)</p>
<p>4. ಅವನು *ಏಕೆ* ಕೋಪಗೊಂಡನು? (Why did he get angry?)</p>
<p>5. ನಿನ್ನ ಮನೆ *ಎಲ್ಲಿ* ಇದೆ? (Where is your house?)</p>
<p>6. ನೀನು *ಯಾವಾಗ* ಮನೆಗೆ ಹೋಗುತ್ತಿದ್ದೀಯ? (When are you going home?)</p>
<p>7. *ಎಷ್ಟು* ಹಣ ಬೇಕು? (How much money is needed?)</p>
<p>8. ನೀನು *ಯಾವ* ಪುಸ್ತಕ ಓದುತ್ತಿದ್ದೀಯ? (Which book are you reading?)</p>
<p>9. ಅವಳು *ಏನು* ಹೇಳಿದಳು? (What did she say?)</p>
<p>10. *ಯಾರು* ನಿನ್ನ ಸ್ನೇಹಿತರು? (Who are your friends?)</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. *ಯಾರು* ನನಗೆ ಈ ಪುಸ್ತಕ ಕೊಟ್ಟರು? (Who)</p>
<p>2. *ಏನು* ಅವನು ನಿನ್ನೆ ಮಾಡುತ್ತಿದ? (What)</p>
<p>3. *ಯಾವ* ಶಾಲೆಗೆ ನೀನು ಹೋಗುತ್ತೀಯ? (Which)</p>
<p>4. *ಯಾವ* ದೇಶವು ವಿಶ್ವದಲ್ಲೇ ದೊಡ್ಡದು? (Which)</p>
<p>5. *ಯಾವ* ಚಿತ್ರವನ್ನು ನೀನು ಇಷ್ಟಪಡುತ್ತೀಯ? (Which)</p>
<p>6. *ಯಾಕೆ* ನೀನು ಇನ್ನು ಬಾರದೆಯೇ? (Why)</p>
<p>7. *ಯಾವೆ* ಸಮಯಕ್ಕೆ ನೀನು ಬರ್ತೀಯ? (What time)</p>
<p>8. *ಯಾರು* ಆಕೆ ಜೊತೆ ಮಾತಾಡಿದರು? (Who)</p>
<p>9. *ಎಲ್ಲಿ* ನೀನು ಹೋದೆಯ? (Where)</p>
<p>10. *ಎಷ್ಟು* ಜನರು ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಭಾಗವಹಿಸಿದರು? (How many)</p>