Select the most appropriate option as the interchange of the following sentence to exclamatory:

"It is sad that a friend should be false."

Alas! That ever a friend should be false.

The correct answer is Option (2) → Alas! That ever a friend should be false.

Option (2) "Alas! That ever a friend should be false." effectively transforms the original sentence into an exclamatory form by using the interjection "Alas!" This interjection expresses a sense of sorrow, regret, or lamentation, which aligns with the sentiment conveyed in the original sentence.

Let's break down the transformation:

"Alas!": This interjection signifies deep sorrow or regret and sets the tone for the exclamatory sentence. It expresses the speaker's emotional response to the situation.

"That ever a friend should be false.": This part of the sentence retains the essence of the original statement. It expresses surprise or disappointment at the idea of a friend being false, emphasizing the unexpectedness or undesirability of the situation.

Together, the sentence effectively conveys a strong emotional reaction to the idea of a friend being false, making it appropriate for an exclamatory statement.