This set of English Grammar Exercises (MCQs) focuses on “Direct and Indirect Speech – Exclamations and Wishes”.
1. Which of the following verb is used for exclamations and wishes?
a) inquired
b) request
c) command
d) applauded
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Explanation: While reporting exclamations and wishes the Indirect Speech is introduced by some verb. These words are verbs expressing exclamation or wish. “Applauded” verb is used for exclamations and wishes.
2. Pick the correct verb.
Direct – The teacher said, “Bravo! You have done well in the exam.”
Indirect – The teacher __________ him, saying that he had done well in the exam.
a) requested
b) exclaimed
c) applauded
d) inquired
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Explanation: In case of reporting exclamations and wishes, the Indirect Speech is introduced by some verb. Examples of those verbs are exclaimed, applauded, etc.
3. What is the correct form of indirect speech?
Bob said, “Alas! I am too weak.”
a) Bob applauded that he was too weak.
b) Bob said he was too weak.
c) Bob exclaimed sadly that he was too weak.
d) Bob told he is too weak.
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Explanation: Exclamations can sometimes be in the sad context. In such cases, it is necessary to express the emotion while converting into indirect speech.
4. Choose the correct answer.
“What a pity you could not make it to the party!”, said Tiffany.
a) Tiffany exclaimed pitifully that I could not make it to the party.
b) Tiffany exclaimed that I could not make it to the party.
c) Tiffany applauded that I could not make it to the party.
d) Tiffany shouted that it was a pity that I could not make it to the party.
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Explanation: It is important to express the emotion or tone of the statement while converting from direct to indirect speech. Here, the emotion is pity and hence we use the word ‘pitifully’.
5. Which of the following is the correct answer?
She said, “How rude of him!”
a) She exclaimed sadly that he was very rude.
b) She exclaimed angrily that he was very rude.
c) She exclaimed that he was very rude.
d) She exclaimed pitifully that he was very rude.
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Explanation: The emotion expressed in this statement is anger. It is very important to portray this in the indirect speech of the same sentence.
6. Which of the following is incorrect?
a) He exclaimed sadly that he was broke.
b) Shirley exclaimed that she was very talented.
c) He said to him that he was a good student.
d) The father applauded the son, saying that he had done well.
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Explanation: For exclamations in the indirect speech, we must use verbs to describe the exclamation. Examples of these verbs are applauded, exclaimed, etc.
7. State whether true or false.
‘Called upon Heaven” is an expression used for indirect speech of exclamations.
a) True
b) False
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Explanation: “Called upon Heaven” is a phrase used in indirect speech of exclamations. It is used a bit rarely but it is used nonetheless.
8. Which of the following is the correct answer?
“So help me, God!” he cried, “I will not tolerate such rude behaviour.”
a) He cried to God that he would not tolerate rude behaviour.
b) He said he would not tolerate rude behaviour.
c) He exclaimed that he would not tolerate rude behaviour.
d) He called upon God to witness his resolve to not tolerate rude behaviour.
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Explanation: “So help me, God” is another form of expression used commonly when making a strong resolve. It can be changed accordingly when written in indirect speech.
9. Fill in the correct answer.
Direct – “How beautiful you are!” he said.
Indirect – He __________ that she was very beautiful.
a) applauded
b) argued
c) exclaimed
d) wished
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Explanation: When talking about exclamations and wishes, the verbs used in the indirect speech must also be used accordingly. The verbs used express exclamation or wish.
10. Which of the following is correct verb?
Direct – “Ah me!” exclaimed Rita. “What a big mistake I’ve made!”
Indirect – Rita __________ that she had made a big mistake.
a) exclaimed
b) exclaimed regretfully
c) exclaimed angrily
d) exclaimed sadly
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Explanation: The most common verb used to express exclamations or wishes is ‘exclaimed’. Sometimes, it is necessary to also represent the emotion of the sentence.
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