Report Writing Part 3

Which sentence shows direct speech?

• The teacher said that the test would begin soon.

• The teacher said, “The test will begin soon.”

• The teacher mentioned the test was starting.

• The teacher announced the start of the test.

Indirect Speech is a type of expressive speech used in Reports.

True or False?

• Definitely True

• Definitely False

Which sentence shows indirect speech?

• “I will visit the museum tomorrow,” said Jenna.

• Jenna said, “I will visit the museum tomorrow.”

• Jenna said that she would visit the museum tomorrow.

Which of the following uses the most formal language?

• The manager said the meeting was kinda boring.

• The manager stated that the meeting lacked focus.

• The manager said the meeting was super lame.

Which of the following uses the most formal language?

• The students enjoyed their visit to the museum.

• The students had a blast at the museum!

• Everyone was really excited about the trip.

Which sentence is a fact?

• The football match was thrilling.

• The football match was the best one ever.

• The football match was not so interesting.

• The football match commenced at 4:00 p.m.

Which sentence avoids emotive language?

• The poor, helpless animals were trapped in cages.

• The innocent creatures were unfairly locked up.

• The animals were kept in cages for observation.

• The cruel zookeepers treated the animals terribly.

Which is the correct change from direct to indirect speech?

Direct: “We are late,” said Tom.

• Tom said we were late.

• Tom said we were really late.

• Tom said we late.

Which sentence demonstrates reported speech?

• Mark mentioned that he was going to the store.

• “I am going to the store,” said Mark.

• Mark said, “I am going to the store.”

Which of the following should NOT be included in a formal report?

• Facts and statistics

• Observations and results

• Dates and times

• Personal feelings and opinions