Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the option that converts the given statement into indirect speech.

The Magistrate said, "Call the witness".

  1. The Magistrate ordered them to call the witness.

  2. The Magistrate said to call the witness.

  3. The Magistrate asked to call the witness.

  4. The Magistrate requested to call the witness.
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Explanation

 The imperative will not change 'to be form'. Here the reporting verb is in the form of an executive/judicial order.

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