mdcat english MCQ #227

The officer commanded, 'Arrest the suspect!' Which reported speech is correct?

mdcat english MCQ #227

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The officer commanded, 'Arrest the suspect!' Which reported speech is correct?

    • A) The officer commanded to arrest the suspect.
    • B) The officer commanded that the suspect be arrested.
    • C) The officer commanded that the suspect should be arrested.
    • D) The officer commanded that the suspect is arrested.

    Answer: The officer commanded that the suspect be arrested.

    Explanation: 'Commanded' requires the subjunctive mood; 'that the suspect be arrested' is the correct form.