In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best express the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.
My mother says,"I have often told you not to play with fire."

Options

A. My mother has often told me not to play with fire.
B. My mother said that I should not play with fire.
C. My mother says that she has often told me not to play with fire.
D. My mother says that she often tells me not to play with fire.

Answer

C