In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct form.
The old man of Latur said, 'Alas, my only son is dead!'
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The old man of Latur exclaimed with sorrow that his only son was dead.
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The old man of Latur told with pain that his only son was dead.
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The old man of Latur expressed with anguish that his only son was dead.
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The old man of Latur sorrowfully narrated that his only son was dead.
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The old man of Latur exclaimed with sorrow that his only son was dead.