1. The storm rocked the ship violently.
2. The great artist worked at his painting with patience.
3. He was offered a free gift by the hotel.
4. I read in the paper that the road was blocked.
5. Cricketers began their familiar practising at the ground.
6. Park lake is good place for a walk. (maybe there is a mistake in the question)
7. Nitish rode his new blue bike.
8. Music has an important place in our lives.
(2) I enjoyed the last summer vacation so much. I learned a lot of games like solving rubik's cube, reversi, chekers, 4 in a row etc. I also visited my friends and relatives during the vacation. But I didn't forget to study. I finished all the assignments and homework given by my teachers.