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Direction: In each of the following questions, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect Speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct Speech.

  1. “Good-bye! Dear friend,” said the patriot, “we will meet again.”
    1. The patriot said good-bye to his dear friend and said that they will meet again.
    2. The patriot bade his friend good-bye and said that they must meet again.
    3. Bidding his dear friend goodbye, the patriot said that they would meet again.
    4. The patriot said goodbye to his friend and said that they are sure to meet again.
Correct Option: C


when good bye is used in Reported Sp., then said (D.S.) is replaced with bade (I.S.)



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