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. The preacher said, "May God grant peace to the departed!"
Options
A. The preacher prays that God will grant peace to the departed.
B. The preacher prayed that God would grant peace to the departed.
C. The preacher said that God may grant peace to the departed.
D. The preacher said, God may grant peace to the departed.
Correct Answer
The preacher prayed that God would grant peace to the departed.