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    Question

    In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.

    The groom said to the bride, "I will take good care of

    you."
    A The groom promises the bride that he would take good care of her. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The groom has promised the bride that he will be taking good care of her. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The groom had promised the bride that he would have taken good care of her. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The groom promised the bride that he would take good care of her. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Since ‘said’ is the verb, in reported speech, it should be ‘promised’. So, option 4 is correct.

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