Mastering Direct Speech Punctuation

What did she say I can come to the party?

• She told me the party is canceled.

• She said I can come to the party.

• She mentioned I should stay home.

• She said I cannot come to the party.

He asked, Where are you going?

• I am going to the beach.

• I am going to the park.

• I am going to the gym.

• I am going to the store.

She exclaimed, What a beautiful day!

• What a terrible day!

• What a beautiful day!

• What a lovely evening!

• What a nice morning!

He said, I will finish my homework later.

• He said that he would finish his homework later.

• He said he would finish his homework now.

• He said that he finished his homework later.

• He said that he will finish his homework later.

They asked, Can we join you for dinner?

• We prefer to eat alone.

• No, we are busy tonight.

• Yes, you can join us for dinner.

• Maybe another time.

She said, I can't believe it's already Friday!

• It's already Friday!

• I can't believe it's still Thursday!

• It's already Saturday!

• It's just another day!

He shouted, Watch out for the car!

• Watch out for the car!

• Be careful of the bike!

• Look out for the truck!

• Watch out for the bus!

She whispered, I have a secret to tell you.

• A rumor.

• A lie.

• A confession.

• A secret.

He said, I will call you tomorrow.

• He will not call you tomorrow.

• He will call you tomorrow.

• He called you yesterday.

• He is calling you today.

They exclaimed, This is the best day ever!

• A terrible day

• An average day

• A boring day

• A very good day