He said, 'I don't think it's a good idea.' MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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He said, 'I don't think it's a good idea.'

A. He said that he didn't think it is a good idea.

B. He said that he didn't think it was a good idea.

C. He said that he hadn't thought it was a good idea.

D. He said that he doesn't think it's a good idea.

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Main clause backshifts, subordinate also backshifts.

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He said, 'I can't wait to see you.'

A. He said that he can't wait to see you.

B. He said that he can't wait to see me.

C. He said that he couldn't wait to see you.

D. He said that he couldn't wait to see me.

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
'Can't' to 'couldn't'. 'You' to 'me'.

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A. She said that she would take a break at noon.

B. She said that she was taking a break at noon.

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D. She said that she would be taking a break at noon.

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Correct Answer: Option D

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'Will be taking' to 'would be taking'.

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A. He insisted that he is not guilty.

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Reporting verb can be 'insisted' to convey emphasis. Tense backshift.

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