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Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech. "Mrs. Lisa suggested that we should purchase the property."
Question

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
"Mrs. Lisa suggested that we should purchase the property."

A.

Mrs. Lisa said, “Let us purchase the property.”

B.

Mrs. Lisa said, “Property must be purchased by us.”

C.

Mrs. Lisa told, “You may purchase the property.”

D.

Mrs. Lisa said, “Please purchase the property.”

Correct option is A


Explanation of the Correct Answer:
· In indirect speech, "suggested that we should purchase" conveys a suggestion or proposal.
· The direct speech equivalent of a suggestion uses "Let us" or "Let's."
· Thus, "Mrs. Lisa said, 'Let us purchase the property.'” is the correct answer.
Other options:
· (b) "Property must be purchased by us." → Incorrect because "must" changes the tone from a suggestion to a command.
· (c) "You may purchase the property." → Incorrect because "may" implies permission rather than suggestion.
· (d) "Please purchase the property." → Incorrect because "please" indicates a request, not a suggestion.
Thus, the correct answer is (a) "Let us purchase the property."

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