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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. Veer said, "I was playing football".

Veer said he had been playing football.
Veer said he was playing football.
Veer said that, that he was playing football.
Veer said that he had been playing football.

Correct Answer: Veer said that he had been playing football.

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