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.
I can't stand on my head because I am not well."
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. He said that he couldn't stand on his head because he was not well.
- For changing direct/indirect speech into indirect/direct speech certain grammatical rules are followed:-
- Said" will be used as the reporting verb.
- "can" will be changed into "could".
As the chosen option follows all the given rules it will be correct.