Directions: In this 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 Direct/Indirect form.

He said to me, ”Why did you insult me?”

Explanation for option 1: The tense of “reported speech” will be changed into “had + past participle”. Explanation for option 2: This is correct as per the rules of direct/indirect speech. Explanation for option 3: Reported speech will be in statement form in “indirect speech” as per the rules of direct/indirect speech. Explanation for option 4: “Had + past participle” will be used in “indirect” speech. “You” will be replaced with “I” and “me” with “him”.