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.
He said, "How I wish they would come!"

Options

A. He exclaimed that he wished they would come.
B. He exclaimed hopefully that they would come.
C. He exclaimed that he would wish them to come.
D. He exclaimed how he wished they would come.

Answer

B