A sentence is provided in direct speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding indirect speech.
Mother said, "Don't touch the stove."
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Mother said not to touch the stove.
Explanation:
Direct speech:
Mother said, "Don't touch the stove."
Rule for negative imperative:
said to → told (optional)
Don’t + verb → not to + verb
So:
Mother said not to touch the stove.
Other options:
B → incorrect structure
C → wrong form
D → incorrect gerund usage
Hindi meaning:
माँ ने कहा कि चूल्हे को मत छुओ।