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A sentence is given in indirect speech. Choose the option that correctly converts it into direct speech: The manager told the staff that due dates must be met strictly.

1. “Due dates must be met strictly,” said the manager.
2. “You should meet the due dates strictly,” said the manager.
3. “Meet the due dates strictly,” the manager said.
4. “Due dates are to be met,” said the manager.

Correct answer: “Due dates must be met strictly,” said the manager.

Solution

The indirect speech uses the modal 'must', which remains 'must' in direct speech. The sentence should be placed in quotation marks with the reporting verb adjusted appropriately.

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