Correct option is D
The correct substitution of the highlighted words is (d)
on the condition that he would return.
Explanation:
The phrase “on conditions that he are return” is grammatically incorrect for two reasons:
1.
“on conditions” should be
“on the condition” – singular and specific.
2.
“he are return” is incorrect in both subject-verb agreement and tense.
The context implies a conditional promise in the past. Since
"agreed" is in past tense, the condition also needs to be expressed using the
past form "would return".
Grammatical rule used:
· Conditional clauses in reported speech typically follow this format:
· Past + would + base verb
·
Example:
· She promised that she
would help me.
· He agreed on the condition that he
would arrive on time.
Information Booster:
“On the condition that” is a fixed phrase used to express a binding requirement. Always use
singular “condition” and match tense to context.