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Change the following into Indirect Speech. “Sit down, boys,” said the teacher. - English

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Question

Change the following into Indirect Speech.

“Sit down, boys,” said the teacher.

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Solution

The teacher told the boys to sit down.

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Chapter 6.1: Friendship - Grammar [Page 168]

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Chapter 6.1 Friendship
Grammar | Q B) 2. | Page 168

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