In the question below a sentence have been given in Direct/Indirect speech. From the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the given sentence in Indirect/Direct speech. "Don't play on the grass, boys," she said.

• A. She said to the boys that they should not play on the grass.
• B. She told the boys not to play on the grass.
• C. She ordered the boys "Don't play on the grass."
• D. She told the boys that they should not be playing on the grass.

Answer: (B)