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.
She said to the shopkeeper, "My favourite colour is yellow."

Options

A. She informs the shopkeeper that her favourite colour is yellow.
B. She told the shopkeeper that her favourite colour is yellow.
C. She told the shopkeeper that her favourite colour was yellow .
D. She tells the shopkeeper that her favourite colour is yellow .

Answer

C