Change into indirect narration'Which way should I go?' asked the little girl.
Correct answer: B. The little girl asked which way she should go.
- A. The little girl said which way she should go.
- B. The little girl asked which way she should go.
- C. The little girl ask which way she should go.
- D. The little girl told which way she should go.
Explanation
Option B correctly changes the reporting verb to "asked" and maintains the structure of the question.
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