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A2–C1 · Reported speech in school, birthdays, free time and travel contexts, with reading, speaking and writing practice.
Review direct speech. Source example: She said, “I am going to the store.” → She said that she was going to the store.
Explain that reported speech reports what someone else has said. Discuss changes in pronouns, tenses, and time expressions. Source example: He said, “I am tired.” → He said that he was tired.
Use the Jane-and-John sample. Students identify direct speech, transform it into reported speech, and discuss what changes are needed.
Explain how direct speech is transformed into reported speech, focusing on pronouns, tenses, and time expressions.
Students transform direct speech into reported speech. Source example: She said, “I will call you later.” → She said that she would call me later.
Students draw flashcards, read direct speech, and transform it into reported speech.
Pairs use role-play prompts and then report the conversation using reported speech.
Recap the key changes needed to transform direct speech into reported speech correctly.
Rewrite a short story or conversation in reported speech. Students can use the reading passage from the lesson as a starting point.
She said, “I am going to the store.”
Reported SpeechShe said that she was going to the store.
He said, “I am tired.”
Reported SpeechHe said that he was tired.
She said, “I will call you later.”
Reported SpeechShe said that she would call me later.
Jane said, “I love to travel.” She also mentioned, “I am going to Paris next week.” Her friend John asked, “When are you leaving?” Jane replied, “I am leaving on Tuesday.” John said, “Have a great trip!” Jane smiled and thanked him.
One sunny afternoon, Lisa and her friends decided to spend time at the park. They enjoyed various activities and conversations.
Lisa wondered if anyone wanted to play frisbee.
John asked if they could have a picnic.
Sarah suggested they take a stroll by the lake.
Mark wondered if there were any ducks in the pond.
Lisa inquired if someone had brought a soccer ball.
John asked if they should invite more friends.
Sarah wondered if they should start a game of hide and seek.
Mark suggested they relax under the shady trees.
Lisa asked if anyone had brought snacks.
John wondered if they could have a barbecue.
Last summer, a group of friends planned a weekend getaway to a cozy cabin in the woods. It was a much-anticipated trip filled with relaxation and outdoor adventures.
As they packed their bags, Sarah asked if anyone had remembered to bring insect repellent.
Mark inquired if there were any hiking trails nearby.
Lisa suggested that they could have a barbecue for dinner.
John wondered if they should bring board games for the evening.
On the drive to the cabin, Sarah asked if anyone had seen a deer.
Mark mentioned that he had brought his fishing gear and wondered if there was a lake nearby.
Lisa asked if they should go for a nature walk before dinner.
John suggested that they could build a campfire later in the evening.
After dinner, Sarah wondered if they could stargaze outside.
Mark inquired if anyone had marshmallows for roasting.
Last week, the students in Ms. Anderson's class went on an exciting school trip to the zoo. It was a day filled with adventures and discoveries.
Before the trip, Sarah asked Mark, “Are you bringing your camera?” Mark replied that he had forgotten it at home. Sarah wondered if anyone else had brought a camera.
At the zoo, Sarah asked Ms. Anderson, “Can we take pictures of the animals?” Ms. Anderson told her that they could, but reminded them not to use the flash.
During lunchtime, Mark asked Sarah, “Did you bring any snacks?” Sarah said she had brought sandwiches and fruit. Mark wondered if there were any extra snacks.
Later Sarah asked a zookeeper, “How long do flamingos live?” The zookeeper explained that flamingos could live up to 30 years. Sarah wondered if they had any baby flamingos.
At the end of the day, Mark asked Sarah, “Did you have fun today?” Sarah said she had had a fantastic time. Mark asked if they could plan another trip soon.
This text deliberately mixes direct and indirect speech so students can compare the two forms in context.
Last weekend, Sarah celebrated her birthday with a surprise party thrown by her friends. It was a memorable day filled with joy and laughter.
Lisa invited Sarah to a casual lunch and suggested they meet at Sarah's favorite restaurant at 1 PM. Sarah happily agreed.
Unbeknownst to Sarah, Lisa had coordinated the surprise party. She told Mark that they needed to make sure Sarah didn't suspect anything and suggested they meet before Sarah arrived.
Mark acknowledged the plan and said he would be there early.
While they waited, Lisa asked if Mark had brought the birthday cake. Mark confirmed that he had and said it was hidden in the kitchen.
Finally, Sarah entered the restaurant. Her friends shouted “Surprise!” She said she had had no idea they were all there.
After the party, Sarah thanked her friends. Lisa replied that it was all for Sarah and that they wanted to make her day extra special.
Most of the dialogue in this passage is presented indirectly; the shouted exclamation is retained as direct speech.
Rewrite the following direct questions as indirect questions.
Indirect: She asked me if ___________________________________.
Indirect: He wanted to know if ___________________________________.
Indirect: The teacher asked if ___________________________________.
Indirect: I wondered if ___________________________________.
Indirect: He asked if ___________________________________.
Rewrite the following negative direct statements as negative indirect statements.
Indirect: He told me that ___________________________________.
Indirect: She informed me that ___________________________________.
Indirect: The boss mentioned that ___________________________________.
Indirect: I heard that ___________________________________.
Indirect: She admitted that ___________________________________.
Rewrite each direct question and negative statement in reported speech.
He asked me if ___________________. / She told me that ___________________.
I wondered if ___________________. / He informed me that ___________________.
She asked if ___________________. / They said that ___________________.
I asked if ___________________. / He mentioned that ___________________.
The teacher wanted to know if ___________________. / I heard that ___________________.