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.
Salim told Ajay that he would return the book to him the next day.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. "Ajay, I will return the book to you tomorrow, "said Salim.
- For changing direct/indirect speech into indirect/direct speech certain grammatical rules are followed:-
- "would" will be changed into "will".
- "that" will be changed into "inverted comma".
- "the next day" will be changed into "tomorrow".
As the chosen option follows the given rule it will be correct.