A sentence has been given in direct speech. Out of the three suggested alternatives select the one which best expresses the same sentence in indirect… Continue reading
Indirect speech exercise
Fill in the blanks. Answers 1. I told him respectfully that that was the way to be happy and rich. 2. The teacher asked James… Continue reading
Direct and Indirect Speech Exercise
Change the following into indirect speech. Answers 1. The girl said that it gave her great pleasure to be there that evening. 2. The man… Continue reading
Reported speech exercise
Fill in the blanks. Answers 1. He asked her what she wanted. 2. He asked me how my father was. 3. He asked me if… Continue reading
Reporting: Advanced points
When we report questions constructed with who / which / what + be + complement, be can be put before or after the complement. Direct… Continue reading