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1.He said that he was happy. (correct)
2.He said he was happy.(correct)

3.He shouted that he was happy.(correct)
4.He shouted he was happy.(not correct)

Why is 4 not correct?
Or am I mistaken?

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I'm scratching my head, Apple. I don't see anything wrong with no. 4.
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