Question

Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence.

In case no improvement is needed, select 'No improvement required'.

Monika said to her mother that, "I have passed the examination."

• A. Monika said to her mother that, "I am passed
• B. Monika said to her mother, "I have passed
• C. No improvement required
• D. Monika said to her mother that, "she has passed

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Monika said to her mother, "I have passed

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