Direct & Indirect Speech

Direct & Indirect Speech

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English

7th - 8th Grade

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1.

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What is direct speech?

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Direct speech is the exact words spoken by a person, enclosed in quotation marks.

2.

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Front

What is indirect speech?

Back

Indirect speech, also known as reported speech, conveys what someone else has said without quoting their exact words.

3.

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Front

How do you change present tense to past tense in indirect speech?

Back

When converting from direct to indirect speech, present tense verbs typically change to past tense.

4.

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Front

What is the rule for changing pronouns in indirect speech?

Back

Pronouns in indirect speech must be changed to match the perspective of the speaker.

5.

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Front

What is the significance of time expressions when converting to indirect speech?

Back

Time expressions often change when converting to indirect speech (e.g., 'now' becomes 'then', 'today' becomes 'that day').

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you report a question in indirect speech?

Back

To report a question in indirect speech, use a statement format and change the question structure, often using 'if' or 'whether'.

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What is the structure of reporting verbs in indirect speech?

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Common reporting verbs include 'said', 'told', 'asked', and they often require a change in the sentence structure.

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