In the following question, a sentence has been given in the direct/indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in indirect/direct speech.
They exclaimed with sorrow that he couldn't make it to final round of the dance competition.
1
They said, "Alas! He couldn't make it to the final round of the dance competition."
2
They exclaimed, "Phew! He couldn't make it to the final round of the dance competition.
3
They exclaimed, "Alas! We couldn't make it to the final round of the dance competition."
4
They said, "Alas! He couldn't have made it to the final round of the dance competition."