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Which one of the following is an example of direct speech?

He said that he was tired.

I wondered if it would rain tomorrow.

They exclaimed, 'We won the game!' (correct)

She asked if I wanted to go to the park.

Which one of the following is an example of reported speech?

I wondered if it would rain tomorrow.

She asked if I wanted to go to the park.

He said that he was tired. (correct)

They exclaimed, 'We won the game!'

What is the main difference between direct and reported speech?

Direct speech uses quotation marks, while reported speech does not.

Direct speech is used in writing, while reported speech is used in speaking.

Direct speech is used for questions, while reported speech is used for statements.

Direct speech repeats someone's exact words, while reported speech reports or paraphrases someone's words. (correct)

Which one of the following is an example of direct speech?

They told us to be quiet. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is an example of reported speech?

He said, 'I will be there at 5 o'clock.' (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between direct and reported speech?

Direct speech uses the speaker's exact words, while reported speech paraphrases what was said. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Direct and Reported Speech

Direct speech is a quote that uses the exact words spoken by someone, usually enclosed in quotation marks.
Reported speech is a paraphrased version of what someone said, without using quotation marks.
The main difference between direct and reported speech is that direct speech uses the original words, whereas reported speech reports the idea or message in different words.

Examples of Direct and Reported Speech

"I'm going to the store" is an example of direct speech, as it uses the exact words spoken.
He said that he was going to the store is an example of reported speech, as it reports the idea in different words.

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Test your knowledge on direct and reported speech with this quiz! Identify examples of direct and reported speech and learn about the main difference between the two. Perfect for English language learners and grammar enthusiasts.