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 teacher said to the children, "The sun always sets in the west."

Options

A. The teacher told the children that the Sun always sets in the west.
B. The teacher told that the Sun always sets in the west.
C. The teacher asked the children if the Sun sets in the west.
D. The teacher told the children that the Sun set in the west.

Answer

A