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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.

    Aunt said to mother, "I will be in Surat on Friday."

    A Aunt told mother that she will be in Surat on Friday. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Aunt told mother she would be in Surat on Friday. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Aunt told mother she will be in Surat on Friday. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Aunt told mother that she would be in Surat on Friday. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In reported speech, ‘will’ changes to ‘would’. Also, ‘that’ should be used.

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