The stranger said to me, "Would you help me?"
Correct answer: C. The stranger asked me if I would help him.
- A. The stranger asked me if I will help him.
- B. The stranger asked me if could I help him.
- C. The stranger asked me if I would help him.
- D. The stranger asked me if would I help him.
Explanation
When converting direct speech to indirect speech:- "Would you" becomes "I would" (change from second person to first person)- No need to change the word order or add unnecessary words
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