General English Literature and Grammar
Class 11 / General English
General English Literature and Grammar
Question 136 of 180Book: TN-ENG-11Chapter 5
Choose the correct reported speech: The teacher said to the students, "Work hard to achieve your goals."
A
The teacher advised the students to work hard to achieve their goals.
B
The teacher said that the students work hard.
C
The teacher ordered that they had worked hard.
D
The teacher asked the students if they work hard.
Correct AnswerA.
The teacher advised the students to work hard to achieve their goals.
Explanation
Imperative sentences conveying guidance are reported using the reporting verb "advised" followed by the to-infinitive