mdcat english MCQ #222

The instructions read, 'Do not touch the wires.' Which is the correct indirect form?

mdcat english MCQ #222

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The instructions read, 'Do not touch the wires.' Which is the correct indirect form?

    • A) The instructions advised not to touch the wires.
    • B) The instructions ordered that we should not touch the wires.
    • C) The instructions warned us not to touch the wires.
    • D) The instructions told us to not touch the wires.

    Answer: The instructions warned us not to touch the wires.

    Explanation: 'Warned' is the correct verb to report a warning; 'advised' and 'ordered' change the meaning slightly.