In the question below, the sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. From the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the given sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.

She exclaimed with sorrow that was a very miserable plight.

A.

She said with sorrow, "What a pity it is."

B.

She said, "What a mystery it is."

C.

She said, "What a miserable sight it is."

D.

She said, "What a miserable plight it is."

Correct answer is D

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