ICSE − Q & A

The Mayor regretted his inability to attend our meeting.
(Begin: The Mayor told us...)
Do we have to write it in direct speech?

1 doubt guys,should v conclude the letter by writing r full name or a short signature???

he attended _____ his sick mother.

The moon does not shine______ its own light
There is nothing new _____ the sun

It's a pity u don't know how to do it. (Begin:I wish....)
She asked,"What number are u in?"(Remove inverted commas.)
You shoul have it repaired. (Begin:If I...)
No one had ever spoken to me in this manner. (Begin:I......)
This reply was unexpected, but he was unmoved by it. (Begin:Unexpected....)
As soon as the doctors hv finished consulting, we'll have that mess removed. (Begin: No sooner.....)
Sid forgot to set his alarm, so he didn't catch the train. (End:.....caught the train.)
He will assess ur work if u submit it on time. (End:.....that u submit it on time.)
You needn't hv done this. (End:.....done)
The reason for her failure is not known. (Use:why)
Smith's narrative was published.It became a legend. (Begin: scarcely).
Mr. Reddy said we might pluck sm mangoes from his orchard. (Use: Permission)
I know they're easy....but just wanted to confirm them.......plz reply.

what is the difference between 'deal in' and 'deal with'

Do we need to write subject in formal letters. If yes, please tell if it should be inserted before or after the salutation and it should be underlined or not. Also mention if it is required to explicitly write Subject:--- or not ?

any guess for essay and letter?

What is the marking scheme for the composition?
Does using good words - like tumult, verdant.... make a difference?

Would that I were appointed for the post! (Begin: I wish)