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. Pinky said, "What a beautiful vase!"

• Pinky exclaimed that it is a very beautiful vase.
• Pinky said that it is a very beautiful vase indeed.
• Pinky exclaimed that it was a very beautiful vase.
• Pinky reported that it was an indeed a beautiful vase.