In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best express the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.
He has just said, "My son will be back on Friday."
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. He has just said that his son will be back on Friday.
- As the reported speech is in "assertive sentence" we need to make changes according to this.
- The inverted comma will be changed into "that".
- There will be no change in the tense of the reported speech.
- "my son" will be changed into "his son".
As all the rules are followed by the chosen option it will be correct.