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.
The teacher said to the students, "I will not tolerate such behaviour."
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. The teacher said to the students that he would not tolerate such behaviour.
- Inverted comma is removed.
- 'Will' changes to 'would'.
- 'I' changes to 'he' according to 'the teacher' as the first person changes according to the subject of the reporting verb.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.