Multiple choice

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

"Where can I find English dictionary?", asked a pupil.

  1. A pupil asked where can I find English dictionary.

  2. A pupil asked where will I find English dictionary.

  3. A pupil asked where I will find the English dictionary.

  4. A pupil asked where he could find English dictionary.

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Since the reporting verb is in simple past tense and the speaker is 'a pupil', 'I can' will be replaced by 'he could'. Also, the question is converted into a statement by using 'asked'.