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 express the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.
They told me, "Have you visited Delhi this winter?"
Option 1: They asked me if I had visited Delhi that winter.
Option 2: They asked me if I have visited Delhi this winter.
Option 3: They asked me if I visited Delhi that winter.
Option 4: They asked me if I visit Delhi this winter.
Correct Answer: They asked me if I had visited Delhi that winter.
Solution : The correct answer is option 1.
They asked me if I had visited Delhi that winter.
Explanation:
The given sentence can only have a yes or no response because it is an interrogative.
Therefore, "if/whether" can be used in an indirect manner.
Be aware that as direct speech becomes indirect, interrogative sentences become assertive.
As a result, 'had will' come right after subject 'l'. Additionally, "this" will become "that." As a result, choice A is the right response.
Direct Speech: They told me, "Have you visited Delhi this winter?"
Indirect Speech:They asked me if I had visited Delhi that winter.
She told me. "How long have you
Deep said, "They came at seven."
Mother told him, "Why did you
They said, "We will not be leaving the
Question : Select the most appropriate option to change the sentences from Direct Speech to Reported Speech. Rani said, “We went for a winter vacation.”
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