Direct and Indirect Speech » Exercise – 1
Directions : A sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct form.
15. The Captain said to his men, “Stand at ease.”
(a) The Captain urged his men to stand at ease.
(b) The Captain wanted his men to stand at ease.
(c) The Captain told his men that they should stand at ease.
(d) The Captain commanded his men to stand at ease.Subject Name : General English Exam Name : UPSC, SSC, IBPS, SBI, CAT, MAT, NET, KVS, NVS, PSU, RRB Posts Name : College Lecturer, School Lecturer, Teacher, Office Assistant, Officer, Clerk General English Books
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