Indirect questions from wh-questions

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What is an indirect question?

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An indirect question is a question that is embedded within a statement or another question, often used to be more polite or formal.

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How do you form an indirect question from a direct question?

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To form an indirect question, you typically start with a phrase like 'Do you know' or 'Can you tell me,' followed by the direct question in a statement form.

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What is the structure of an indirect question?

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The structure usually includes a reporting verb (like 'know' or 'tell') followed by the question in a statement format, often changing the verb tense.

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Convert the direct question 'What time does the bank open?' into an indirect question.

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Do you know what time the bank opens?

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What is the difference between direct and indirect questions?

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Direct questions ask for information directly, while indirect questions are more polite and embedded within a statement.

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Why are indirect questions used?

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Indirect questions are used to sound more polite, formal, or less intrusive when asking for information.

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Convert the direct question 'Where is the nearest cash machine?' into an indirect question.

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Can you tell me where the nearest cash machine is?

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What are some common phrases used to introduce indirect questions?

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Common phrases include 'Do you know,' 'Can you tell me,' and 'Could you tell me.'

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How does the verb tense change in indirect questions?

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In indirect questions, the verb tense may change to match the reporting verb, often shifting to the present tense.

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Convert the direct question 'How much does a newspaper cost?' into an indirect question.

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Could you tell me how much a newspaper costs?