Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.
Shyla said to me, “What a skilful tailor she is!”
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Shyla exclaimed that she was a very skilful tailor.
- In reported speech, the goal is to convey the original speaker's statement or sentiment in a way that reflects their tone and meaning.
- The original sentence, “What a skilful tailor she is!” expresses admiration, which is well captured by the verb "exclaimed" in reported speech.
- Using "exclaimed" conveys the sense of admiration or surprise.
- The sentence "Shyla exclaimed that she was a very skilful tailor" accurately reflects both the content and the emotional tone of the original statement.