Identify the correct direct speech for: "Socrates said that virtue is its own reward."

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A Socrates said, "Virtue was its own reward."
B Socrates said, "Virtue is its own reward."
C Socrates said, "Virtue will be its own reward."
D none

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Answer: B. Socrates said, "Virtue is its own reward."

Explanation: Tense does not change in reported speech if the statement is a universal truth or a permanent fact.

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Identify the correct direct speech for: "Socrates said that virtue is its own reward."

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