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 executive said to his senior, "I have completed the work a week ago."

Options

A. The ex ecutive said that he had completed the work a week ago.
B. The executive said that he has completed the work a week before.
C. The executive said that he had completed the work a week before.
D. The executive said that he has completed the work a week ago.

Answer

C