In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.
The coach said, "Well done! You have made me proud."
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. The coach applauded and said that he had made him proud.
- Inverted comma is removed.
- 'You' changes to 'he' as the second person changes according to the object of the reporting verb. When object is not mentioned, it is considered 'me'.
- 'Have' changes to 'had' as the reporting verb is in the past tense.
- 'Me' changes 'him' according to 'the coach' as the first person changes according to the subject of the reporting verb.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.