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.
Sheela reassured me, "I can come tonight."
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Sheela told me she could come that night.
- For changing direct/indirect speech into indirect/direct speech certain grammatical rules are followed:-
- "can" will be changed into "could".
- "Tonight" will be changed into "that night".
As the chosen option follows all the given rules it will be correct.