Q1. [1]
Read the conversation between a professional writer and a school student:
Student: What prompted you to become a professional writer?
Writer: My childhood library housed books of all kinds. I was fascinated with the compelling stories and wanted to create my own.
Report the student's question.
Previously asked in CBSE board exam
2026 2/1/1 Q3 XII
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Model Answer
The student asked the writer what had prompted them to become a professional writer.
Explanation
In reported speech, the Wh-question changes: "What prompted you" becomes "what had prompted them." The reporting verb is "asked" and tense shifts back (past perfect). Keep it one concise sentence.
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