Arthur said, "Well, it may be."
Correct answer: B. Arthur said that it might be.
- A. Arthur said that well, it may be.
- B. Arthur said that it might be.
- C. Arthur said that well, it might be.
- D. Arthur said that it might be, well.
Explanation
When converting direct speech to indirect speech:- "Well" is an adverb that can be omitted in indirect speech, as it's not essential to the meaning.- "may" becomes "might" to maintain the correct verb tense and mood (past hypothetical).
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