SSC CGL 2016 PYQ — Question 92

SSC CGL Tier II English - 1/12/2016 • English • Q92

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.

He said, "Be quiet and listen to my words."

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. He urged them to be quiet and listen to his words.

  1. As the reported speech is in an imperative sentence we need to follow certain rules.
  2. There will be a change in the reporting verb as there is an imperative sentence.
  3. Reporting verb will be changed into "urged".
  4. Inverted comma will be changed into "to"
  5. As all the rules are followed by the chosen option it will be correct.