Change the following sentence from Indirect speech to Direct Speech.

She said, "Bravo! You did better than last time"

Choose the most appropriate option:

She applauded him, saying that he had done better than last time.

The correct answer is Option (1) → She applauded him, saying that he had done better than last time.

• The original sentence in Direct Speech ("Bravo! You did better than last time.") shows applause and acknowledges an improvement in performance.
• In Indirect Speech, this sentiment is converted into a narration where her applause and the acknowledgment of better performance are described.
• Among the options, "She applauded him, saying that he had done better than last time." most accurately reflects the original sentence without altering its tone or meaning.