Question

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
My friend asked me ____ I wanted to drink anything.

• A. what
• B. which
• C. if
• D. that

Answer 1

The correct option is C if

In the given sentence, the subject is being asked whether or not he would like to drink anything. Thus, the subject is being asked a 'yes or no' question. Thus, the answer must indicate that the question is a 'yes or no' type.

Option A is incorrect. 'what' is used when asking for information about something or some action. It cannot be used for 'yes or no' questions. Thus, it is not the correct answer.

Option B is incorrect. 'which' is used to ask about a choice between multiple objects and not for 'yes or no' questions. Thus, it cannot be the answer.

Option C is correct. 'if' is generally used to ask a 'yes or no' question. One example being the given sentence itself and another example is 'let me know 'if' you are coming'. Thus, it is the correct answer.

Option D is incorrect. 'that' will make the sentence grammatically incorrect. The given sentence is in the reported speech and 'that' cannot be used to ask question in the reported speech. It is generally used for assertive purposes.