mdcat english MCQ #264

The student asked, 'May I come in?' How is this reported in indirect speech?

mdcat english MCQ #264

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The student asked, 'May I come in?' How is this reported in indirect speech?

    • A) The student asked if he might come in.
    • B) The student asked if he may come in.
    • C) The student asked if he could come in.
    • D) The student asked if he can come in.

    Answer: The student asked if he might come in.

    Explanation: In indirect speech, 'may' changes to 'might' when reporting a question. MDCAT and USAT English reward precise grammar and vocabulary.