choose the most appropriate option to change the narration (direct/indirect) of the given sentence.
Gary said, "I have finally cleared my exams with distinction!"

Options

A. Gary told that he have cleared his exams with distinction.
B. Gary said that he has finally cleared his exams with distinction.
C. Gary exclaimed that he cleared his exams with distinction.
D. Gary exclaimed that he had finally cleared his exams with distinction.

Answer

D

Explanation

Gary exclaimed that he had finally cleared his exams with distinction.(Correct)
Said `to` exclaimed
Have (present perfect) `to` had (past perfect)
(a) Gary told that he `ul("have cleared")` his exams with distinction.(Incorrect tense)
(b) Gary said that `ul("he has finally cleared")` his exams with distinction.(Incorrect tense)
(c ) Gary exclaimed that `ul("he cleared")` his exams with distinction.(Incorrect tense)