Game flashcard Chapter 11

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What is the correct form of indirect speech for: 'The teacher asked students, why did they sleep?'

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The teacher asked students why they were sleeping.

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How do you express future plans in reported speech?

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Use 'the following week' instead of 'next week' when reporting someone's future plans.

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What is the difference between 'said' and 'told' in reported speech?

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'Said' is used without a direct object, while 'told' requires a direct object (e.g., told me).

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What is the active voice equivalent of: 'It has been confirmed that the vaccine is effective.'?

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Scientists have confirmed that the vaccine is effective.

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How do linguists investigate the impact of language policies?

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Linguists investigate by examining whether the new language policy will affect regional dialects.

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What is the structure of a question in reported speech?

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In reported speech, the structure changes; for example, 'Will the new language policy affect regional dialects?' becomes 'Linguists are investigating whether the new language policy will affect regional dialects.'

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What is the role of context in understanding reported speech?

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Context helps clarify the time frame and the speaker's intention in reported speech.

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What is the significance of using the correct tense in reported speech?

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Using the correct tense ensures that the time relationship between the original statement and the reporting is clear.

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How do you change a direct question into reported speech?

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Change the question format and adjust the tense; for example, 'Are you coming?' becomes 'He asked if I was coming.'

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What is the difference between 'asked' and 'inquired' in reported speech?

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'Asked' is more common and informal, while 'inquired' is more formal and often used in official contexts.