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 farmer said, "I will be feeding the cows hence I will eat my lunch later."

Options

A. The farmer said that he would be feeding the cows hence he will eat his lunch later.
B. The farmer said that he would be feeding the cows hence he would eat his lunch later.
C. The farmer said that he will be feeding the cows hence he would eat his lunch later.
D. The farmer said that he will be feeding the cows hence he will eat his lunch later.

Answer

A, B, C, D