• This sentence expresses a universal truth or a scientific fact. In such cases, the tense of the reported speech does not change, even if the reporting verb is in the past tense. So, 'revolves' remains 'revolves'.
• The reporting verb 'said' remains 'said' as there is no object after it. So, option C is incorrect.
• The connector 'that' is used for assertive sentences. So, option D is incorrect as it uses 'asked if'.
EnglishNarrationNarration Change Assertive and Interrogative sentenceQ. #7321 (CAT-I)
Change the narration: My friend said to me, "Where did you go yesterday?"
A.My friend asked me where I had gone the previous day.
B.My friend asked me where I went yesterday.
C.My friend told me where I had gone the day before.
D.My friend inquired me where did I go the previous day.
• For an interrogative sentence with a Wh-word, the reporting verb 'said to' changes to 'asked' or 'inquired'.
• The Wh-word itself ('where') acts as the connector. So, option C is incorrect as 'told' is used.
• The sentence structure changes from interrogative to assertive (Subject + Verb). So, 'did you go' becomes 'I had gone'.
• The tense 'did you go' (Simple Past) changes to 'I had gone' (Past Perfect) in indirect speech.
• The time adverb 'yesterday' changes to 'the previous day' or 'the day before'. So, option B is incorrect for keeping 'yesterday'. Option D is incorrect for not changing the tense properly and keeping the interrogative structure 'did I go'.
EnglishNarrationNarration Change Assertive and Interrogative sentenceQ. #7320 (CAT-I)
Convert the following sentence into indirect speech: She said, "Are you coming to the party tonight?"
A.She asked if I was coming to the party that night.
B.She asked that if I was coming to the party tonight.
C.She inquired whether you were coming to the party that night.
D.She asked me if I am coming to the party tonight.
• For an interrogative sentence, the reporting verb 'said' changes to 'asked' or 'inquired'.
• Since it's a 'Yes/No' question (starts with 'Are'), the connector 'if' or 'whether' is used. So, option B is incorrect for using 'that if'.
• The sentence structure changes from interrogative to assertive in indirect speech (Subject + Verb). So, 'Are you coming' becomes 'I was coming'.
• The pronoun 'you' changes to 'I' (assuming the listener is 'me').
• The tense 'are coming' (Present Continuous) changes to 'was coming' (Past Continuous).
• The time adverb 'tonight' changes to 'that night' in indirect speech.
EnglishNarrationNarration Change Assertive and Interrogative sentenceQ. #7319 (CAT-I)
Choose the correct indirect speech for the following sentence: He said to me, "I am writing a letter."
• The reporting verb 'said to' changes to 'told' in indirect speech for an assertive sentence. So, option C is incorrect.
• The pronoun 'I' changes to 'he' as per the subject of the reporting verb.
• The tense 'am writing' (Present Continuous) changes to 'was writing' (Past Continuous) because the reporting verb 'said' is in the past tense.
• The conjunction 'that' is used to connect the reporting clause and the reported speech.
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The word 'DEFAULT' refers to failure to fulfill an obligation, especially to repay a loan or appear in a court of law. 'Failure' means lack of success or the omission of expected or required action, making it the correct synonym. The other options are antonyms or refer to the obligation itself rather than the failure to meet it.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #7317 (CAT-I)
Select the word that means the same as 'DEFICIENT'.
The word 'DEFICIENT' means not having enough of a specified quality or ingredient; lacking. 'Lacking' directly means not having or having very little of something. The other options imply having plenty or more than enough, which are antonyms.
The word 'DEFILE' means to make something dirty or no longer pure, especially something sacred. 'Contaminate' means to make (something) impure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance. This is the most suitable synonym. The other options are antonyms, meaning to make clean or holy.
The word 'DEFRAY' means to provide money to pay (a cost or expense). 'Pay' is a direct synonym, meaning to give money to someone in return for goods or services or in discharge of a debt. The other options imply holding back money, gathering it, or taking a loan, which are not synonyms.
The word 'DEFER' means to postpone (an action or event) to a later time. 'Postpone' directly means to cause or arrange for (something) to take place at a time later than that first scheduled. The other options imply speeding something up or moving it forward, which are antonyms.
The word 'DAUNT' means to make (someone) feel intimidated or apprehensive; dishearten. 'Intimidate' means to frighten or overawe (someone), especially in order to make them do what one wants, making it a perfect synonym. The other options suggest positive encouragement or comfort, which are antonyms.
EnglishSynonymsSynonymsQ. #7312 (CAT-I)
Select the word that has a similar meaning to 'DECAY'.
The word 'DECAY' refers to the state or process of rotting or decomposition; gradual decline in quality, strength, or power. 'Deteriorate' means to become progressively worse, which is a direct synonym for decay. The other options imply growth, preservation, or renewal, which are antonyms.
The word 'DECEIT' refers to the action or practice of deceiving someone by concealing or misrepresenting the truth. 'Duplicity' means deceitfulness; double-dealing, which perfectly captures the essence of deceit. The other options represent honesty or openness, which are antonyms.
The word 'DECIPHER' means to convert (a text written in code, or a coded signal) into normal language; succeed in understanding or interpreting something that is difficult or obscure. 'Decode' is the most accurate synonym as it means to convert (a coded message) into intelligible language. The other options suggest making something unclear, confusing, or putting into code, which are antonyms or unrelated.
The word 'DEDICATE' means to devote (time, effort, or oneself) to a particular task, purpose, or person. Among the given options, 'Devote' directly aligns with this meaning, indicating to give all or a large part of one's time or resources to a person, activity, or cause. The other options imply the opposite or unrelated actions.
• 'FRAGILE' means (of an object) easily broken or damaged (ভঙ্গুর, দুর্বল, সহজে ভেঙে যায় এমন).
• 'Frail' means (of an object) easily broken or damaged; delicate, which is a direct synonym.
• 'Sturdy' means (of an object) strongly and solidly built.
• 'Robust' means strong and healthy; vigorous.
• 'Durable' means able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting a long time.