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Rewrite into indirect narration: “Forgive me!” said the bearded man in a weak voice.

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Question

Rewrite into indirect narration:

“Forgive me!” said the bearded man in a weak voice.

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Solution

The bearded man begged in a weak voice that he be forgiven.

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Chapter 1: Section 1: Language Study - ACTIVITY - SET 1 [Page 3]

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