Indirect questions

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What is an indirect question?

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An indirect question is a question that is not asked directly. It often includes phrases like 'Can you tell me...' or 'Do you know...'. For example, instead of asking 'Where is the restroom?', you might say 'Can you tell me where the restroom is?'.

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How do you form an indirect question?

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To form an indirect question, you usually start with a phrase like 'Can you tell me...' or 'Do you know...', followed by the question in a statement form. For example, 'Do you know where the concert is?'.

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What is the difference between a direct question and an indirect question?

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A direct question asks for information straight away, like 'Where is the concert?'. An indirect question asks for the same information but in a more polite or softer way, like 'Do you know where the concert is?'.

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Give an example of an indirect question.

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An example of an indirect question is: 'I was wondering if you know where the office is?'.

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What phrase can you use to start an indirect question?

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You can start an indirect question with phrases like 'Can you tell me...', 'Do you know...', or 'I was wondering if...'. For example, 'Can you tell me what time it is?'.

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Why use indirect questions?

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Indirect questions are often used to sound more polite or formal. They can make the speaker seem more respectful and considerate.

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What is the correct form of the question: 'Do you know where is the bathroom?'

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The correct form is: 'Do you know where the bathroom is?'.

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Choose the correct indirect question: 'Can you tell me where is the library?' or 'Can you tell me where the library is?'

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The correct indirect question is: 'Can you tell me where the library is?'.

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What is a polite way to ask for information?

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A polite way to ask for information is to use an indirect question, such as 'Would you mind telling me what type of car you have?'.

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How do you change a direct question to an indirect question?

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To change a direct question to an indirect question, you can add a phrase like 'Can you tell me...' or 'Do you know...' and rearrange the sentence. For example, 'Where is the bathroom?' becomes 'Do you know where the bathroom is?'.