Direct And Indirect Speech - Study Mode

[#176] "I was digging the garden when the doctor arrived," replied Harry.
Correct Answer

(D) Harry said that he had been digging the garden when the doctor arrived.

Explanation

Solution: Harry said that he had been digging the garden when the doctor arrived.

[#177] Father told Peter to clean his shoes.
Correct Answer

(B) "Clean your shoes, Peter," said father.

Explanation

Solution: "Clean your shoes, Peter," said father.

[#178] Amelia is going to ask the principal for permission to go on a study tour.
Correct Answer

(C) Amelia is going to say to the principal, "May we have your permission to go on a study tour?"

Explanation

Solution: Amelia is going to say to the principal, "May we have your permission to go on a study tour?"

[#179] The Technician told us how to maintain the machines in good working order.
Correct Answer

(B) The technician said "This is how you maintain the machine in good working order."

Explanation

Solution: The technician said "This is how you maintain the machine in good working order."

[#180] John said, "I shall be 21 tomorrow".
Correct Answer

(B) John said that he would be 21 the following day.

Explanation

Solution: John said that he would be 21 the following day.