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Question : Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

I warned Rita not to be late the next day.

Option 1: I warned to Rita, “Don’t be late tomorrow”.

Option 2: I warning Rita, “Not be late tomorrow”.

Option 3: I warned Rita, “Not be late tomorrow”.

Option 4: I warned Rita, “Don’t be late tomorrow”.


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Correct Answer: I warned Rita, “Don’t be late tomorrow”.


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.

Narration Conversion :

  • The reporting verb warned remains unchanged.
  • The reported speech is enclosed in quotation marks.
  • Additionally, imperatives (commands) in reported speech retain their form in direct speech.
  • The verb form d on't is used to maintain the original meaning of the warning.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: I warned Rita, "Don't be late tomorrow."

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