In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, …
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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. Mohan will say, "I want two persons to assist me."
✓ Correct answer: d) Mohan will say that he wants two persons to assist him.
ExplanationThe correct answer is number 4, Mohan will say that he wants two persons to assist him.Reporting verb: "will say" → Future tense (so no tense change is needed in the reported speech).Pronouns: "I" (Mohan is speaking) → becomes "he" "me" → becomes "him" Hence, Option D is the correct answer.
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