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SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 24

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 30 June 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q24

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Select the correct indirect narration of the given sentence.
Aravind said, “Let us wait for the cab.”

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Aravind proposed that they should wait for the cab.

 

Direct Speech: Aravind said, “Let us wait for the cab.”

Explanation:

  • The reporting verb 'said' + the suggestion 'Let us...' indicates that the speaker is making a proposal or suggestion.

  • In reported speech, 'Let us' is converted using the verb 'proposed' or 'suggested'.

  • The pronouns must be adjusted:'us' changes to 'they' (Aravind and the listener)

  • 'Let us wait for the cab' becomes 'that they should wait for the cab.'

Correct Indirect Speech: Aravind proposed that they should wait for the cab.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.