Question

Convert the given sentence into direct speech:
He said that he did not like horror movies.

• A. He said, ``I did not like horror movies''
• B. He says, ``I did not like horror movies''
• C. He said, ``I do not like horror movies''
• D. None

Hint:

When converting backwards from indirect past tense ('did not like') to direct speech, the tense usually shifts forward by one step to the present tense ('do not like'), provided it states an ongoing preference or fact.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Reverse backshift.
'Did not like' (past indirect) reverts to 'do not like' (present direct).
Step 2: Change pronoun.
'He' becomes 'I'. Result: He said, 'I do not like horror movies.'
Answer: He said, 'I do not like horror movies.'