SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 157

SSC CGL Tier II English - 21/02/2018 • English • Q157

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.

They said, “We pray everyday.”

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. They said that they prayed every day.

  • Inverted comma is removed and 'that' is placed.
  • 'We' changes to 'they' as the first person changes according to the subject of the reporting verb.
  • 'Pray' changes to 'prayed' as the reporting verb is in the past tense.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.