1. She asked what the telegram said and whether it would be read to her. (sau: She asked about the content of the telegram and whether it would be read to her)
2. She asked Ann what was the time and mentioned/added that her watch had stopped.
3. He replied that when he was in the country he never wished to leave it; and when he was in town it was pretty much the same.
4. Elizabeth replied that you/he/she had not to be too severe upon yourself/himself/herself.
5. When she was asked if she supposed them to be in London, she replied positively; she couldn't imagine where else they were so well concealed.
6. I requested him to be kept interested, till we got the scheme going loosen up.