English Active-Passive Voice, Reported Speech & Syntax KMU 2021
PMDC Verified Question 60 of 61
Change into indirect speech: He said, "I will be there on time."
A
He said that he will be there on time.
B
He says he will be there on time.
C
He said that he would be there on time.
D
He says, "I will be there on time."
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option C: He said that he would be there on time.
Concept: Modal Backshifting in Indirect Speech.

Solution: Modal 'will' backshifts to "would" when reporting past speech.

Why other options are incorrect:
  • Option A: Fails to shift 'will' to 'would'.

  • Options B & D: Alter reporting verb to present 'says'.

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