Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Sunny’s parents said to her, “Do not take anything from strangers.”
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Sunny’s parents advised her not to take anything from strangers.
Narration Concept: The sentence is an imperative sentence in direct speech, giving negative advice.
Grammatical Explanation: In indirect speech, negative imperatives are reported using verbs like "advised" or "warned" followed by "not to" and the base form of the verb. "Do not take" becomes "not to take".
Correction: "Said to her" changes to "advised her", and "Do not take anything from strangers" becomes "not to take anything from strangers".
Final Sentence: Sunny’s parents advised her not to take anything from strangers.
Conclusion: The correct option is: Sunny’s parents advised her not to take anything from strangers.