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Q · Direct and Indirect SpeechEasy · 45s
Directions: In the following questions, a sentence in direct or indirect speech is provided. Identify the correct indirect or direct sentence from the given options. “Have you completed your assignment, Minu?” said her brother.
TopicDirect and Indirect Speech
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyEasy
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The reporting verb "asked" is followed by "if," and the tense shifts to past perfect in indirect speech: "she had finished."
Final Answer: Option C - Minu’s brother asked her if she had finished her assignment.