Reported Speech Conversion Guide
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Reported Speech Conversion Guide

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Which step involves changing the direct speech verb to a reporting verb?

  • Step 4: Eliminate quotation marks
  • Step 2: Change pronouns
  • Step 3: Adjust pronouns
  • Step 1: Shift tense (correct)
  • What should be done to pronouns in reported speech?

  • Keep all pronouns the same as in the direct speech
  • Change first or second persons pronouns to third person pronouns (correct)
  • Omit pronouns entirely
  • Change third person pronouns to first person pronouns
  • Which tense should be used in reported speech if the original sentence is in present simple?

  • Progressive tense
  • Future tense
  • Past simple tense (correct)
  • Present continuous tense
  • What should be removed from the sentence when converting direct speech to reported speech?

    <p>Quotation marks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be preserved when converting direct speech to reported speech?

    <p>Intended meaning, tone, and style</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between direct speech and reported speech?

    <p>Direct speech is verbatim, while reported speech paraphrases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step of converting direct speech to reported speech emphasizes maintaining consistency?

    <p>Adjust pronouns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of direct speech?

    <p>&gt; She said, 'Pizza is delicious.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What changes when converting direct speech to reported speech?

    <p>The spoken words are paraphrased without quotation marks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In reported speech, what function do auxiliary verbs like 'say' and 'told' serve?

    <p>They indicate who is speaking or communicating.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of speech shifts the focus from direct address to imparting information about what was said?

    <p>Reported speech</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might there be variations in tense, subject, pronoun, and word choice between direct and reported speech?

    <p>To maintain accuracy in reporting what was said</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Understanding Reported Speech Conversion from Direct Speech

    Have you ever heard someone retell what another person said without using exactly the same words? This phenomenon is known as reported speech. In this guide, we'll explore how reported speech differs from its original form—direct speech—and understand their conversions.

    Direct speech presents spoken communication word for word within quotations marks. For example:

    He said, "I love pizza!"

    In contrast, reported speech paraphrases the original statement in third person with auxiliary verbs of speaking like 'say,' 'told,' etc., omitting quotation marks. Here are some examples of reported speech:

    He mentioned his affection towards pizza.

    She expressed her fondness by saying, "I love pizza."

    They conveyed their enjoyment when they stated, "Pizza is our favorite food."

    Notice how the focus shifts in reported speech—from the speaker directly addressing us through the quoted material to the reporter imparting information about what was said. Also note that there may be variations in tense, subject, pronoun, and even word choice between the two forms.

    Converting direct speech into reported speech involves making several adjustments. We can break down these steps:

    1. Change verb - Replace the direct speech verb, such as "said," "asked," with suitable reporting verbs like "exclaimed," "informed," "protested," depending upon the context and tone of the conversation.

    2. Shift tense - If the original sentence used present simple tense, convert it into past simple tense in reported speech unless another time indication (like future or progressive tenses) is necessary. For instance:

    Original: I say, "She will go tomorrow." Reported: I informed her that she would go the following day.

    1. Adjust pronouns – Change first or second persons pronouns ('I', 'you') to third person pronouns ('he', 'she'). Be sure to maintain consistency throughout your report.

    2. Eliminate quotation marks - Quotation marks are only reserved for direct speech; remove them once converting to reported speech.

    3. Preserve meaning – Strive to preserve the intended meaning, tone, and style of the original speech while converting it to reported speech.

    Here's one more example:

    Original: John asked me, "Do you want coffee?" Reported: John questioned whether I desired a cup of coffee.

    Remember that there isn’t always just one correct way to convert direct speech to reported speech. But being aware of standard conventions and practice good judgment allows you to effectively communicate the essence of conversations faithfully.

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    Explore the differences between direct speech and reported speech, and learn how to convert statements from direct speech to reported speech. Understand the nuances in verb usage, tense shifting, pronoun adjustment, and meaning preservation in this comprehensive guide.

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