"Would you pass my suitcase, please", he said.
Correct answer: B. He requested me to pass his suit case.
- A. He ordered you to pass his suit case.
- B. He requested me to pass his suit case.
- C. He requested me pass his suit case.
- D. He requested you to pass his suit case.
Explanation
The sentence is a polite request, using the phrase "please" to show courtesy. The correct reporting of this sentence would be:"He requested me to pass his suitcase."
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