Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
Bidding farewell to me, my juniors wished me a bright and successful career ahead.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Bidding farewell to me, my juniors said to me, “Wish you a bright and successful career ahead.”.
Type of sentence: Exclamatory/Expressive
Tense: Simple past (reporting verb: wished)
Voice: Indirect to direct
Changes required:
- Reporting verb “wished” changes to said to me
- Restore the original quotation marks and exact words spoken
- The direct speech retains the original sentence: “Wish you a bright and successful career ahead.”
Converted sentence: Bidding farewell to me, my juniors said to me, “Wish you a bright and successful career ahead.”
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.