Complete each of the following sentences with the most appropriate of the options lettered A - E
Direct Speech: "The time now is nine o'clock," he said. Indirect Speech: He said that the time __________ nine o'clock
Direct Speech: "The time now is nine o'clock," he said. Indirect Speech: He said that the time __________ nine o'clock
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Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
In reported speech, "now" changes to "then," and "is" changes to "was" to maintain the correct sequence of tenses. The other options do not correctly reflect this change.
In reported speech, "now" changes to "then," and "is" changes to "was" to maintain the correct sequence of tenses. The other options do not correctly reflect this change.