Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
He exclaimed with delight that he had won the first prize.
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2024 VH)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
“The sun is shining brightly today,” he said, looking out of the window.
(SICPO 2024 Paper II)

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The boys said that they loved to play football.
(Grade C Stenographers LDC Examination 2018 and 2019 VH)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
I told my daughter that I would pick her up from school that week.
(SICPO 2024 Paper II)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
The Minister explained that he was working for the benefit of the country.
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2024)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
He told me, “I will call you later.”
(Selection Post Higher Secondary level)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Pankaj said to me, “Will you accompany me to Lucknow tomorrow?”

(Assistant Superintendant)

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Arya said, “I am very busy now.”
(Selection Post Matriculation Level)

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The teacher paused and said, “Those who cannot maintain the decorum of the class can leave. I shall not mind.”
(General Duty Medical Officer)

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He tells him that he does not do it.
(Fitter Trainee)

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Raman said, “Let us enjoy some snacks.”

(Selection Post Phase X Higher Secondary Level)

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The teacher was happy to meet her and asked, “When did you complete all these?”

(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2022)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
He said, “My mother will be here tomorrow.”
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2024 VH)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

He told me that we should have tried harder.
(Executive Assistant)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

Kavya said that she would return the library book the following day.
(Accounts Clerk)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
He told me that he would come to the party if he finished his work on time.
(Senior Project Executive (CIVIL))

Change the following sentence from direct speech to indirect speech and choose the correct sentence from the given options.
The students said, “We wish we didn’t have to write exams.”
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2022)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
The director of the movie said to the dancers, “I will meet you all at the studio tomorrow.”
(JSA LDC 2023 and 2024 Paper II)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Sneha said to me, “I am doing my homework.”
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2022)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
The teacher paused and said, “Those who are tired of listening to me can go. I shall not mind it.”
(SICPO Paper II 2022)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Lalita said to Ruma, “I would never have gone on the expedition if you had told me about the risk.”
(Selection Post Higher Secondary Level)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Pawan said, “I am preparing hot coffee for you.”
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2022)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
He promised, “He will not do the mistake again.”
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2024)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
The official from the Metrological Department predicted that there would be heavy fog in Delhi the next day.
(SICPO 2024 Paper II)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

I said that I would go to the temple.
(SICPO Paper II 2022)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
She said, “I am unwell.”
(General English and General Telugu)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

The security asked him who he was and which flat he wished to visit.
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2023)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
 
Ajay says, “There is going to be a snowfall.”
(CGLE 2021 Tier I)

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Rahul said to his father, “I will definitely finish the work by tomorrow.”
(Clerk)

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Reena said to Rhea, “I will not accompany you on this trip.”
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2022)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Rakesh said, “Wow! What a beautiful house”.
(CHSL 2023 Tier II Extra Time)

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Mother told me, “Don't shout in the hall."
(Management Trainee Personnel)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
He said, “I have finished my homework.”
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2024)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

He told me that I could eat from his plate.
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2022)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Anita said, “I am happy.”
(Selection Post Higher Secondary level)

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The leader applauded the comrades saying that they had done very well.

(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2022)

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.
(Selection Post Higher Secondary Level)

Change direct speech into reported speech.
Ruchit’s teacher said, “Don’t run too fast.”
(Head Constable Ministerial)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Girish said, “We have not gone to Mexico”.
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2022)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
“So help me heaven!”, the man cried, “I shall never lie again.”

(CGLE 2022 Tier II Paper I)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

Peter asked me if I was feeling better.
(DY Manager (Quantity Surveyor Civil))

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James said that he loved that town.
(General English and General Telugu)

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Mother said that when we pluck a flower it dies so we should let it beautify the world as long as it lives.
(Paper II English Language and Comprehension)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
Calling me a friend, Surjit Singh encouraged me and advised me not to lose heart.
(Stenographer Grade C and D Examination 2024 VH)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Shanky said, 'I'll be disposing of the old iPhone next Wednesday'.
(Selection Post Graduate level)

The sentence given below is in indirect speech. Select the option which best expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
He said that he was upset.

(JSA LDC 2023 and 2024 Paper II)

Convert the direct speech to indirect: 'Why did you call me?' he asked.
(Junior Assistant (Fire Services))

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

I said to you, “He cannot be trusted completely.”
(Paper 2 English Language and Comprehension)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
The husband said, “Can we have something else for breakfast today instead of bread?”

(DATA ENTRY OPERATOR)

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
My friend said, “Hello! What are you doing here?”
(Paper 2 English Language and Comprehension)