Understanding and Practicing Reported Speech for B1 Level: Requests and Statements
In this activity, you will see around 10 sentences with a blank space. Your task is to choose the correct option from 3 possible answers. Only one is correct. At the end, you will see a summary with the correct answers and explanations, so you can learn and improve. Good luck!
Reported speech, or indirect speech, is a way to report what someone else has said without quoting them directly. This is particularly useful when we want to convey requests made by others.
When reporting requests, we typically use the verb ‘ask’ followed by ‘to’ and the base form of the verb. For example, if someone says, ‘Can you help me?’, in reported speech, we would say, ‘He asked me to help him.’
Examples:
- Direct: ‘Could you pass the salt?’
Reported: ‘She asked me to pass the salt.’ - Direct: ‘Please send me the report.’
Reported: ‘He asked me to send him the report.’
It is important to note that when we report requests, we often change the verb tense and the pronouns to fit the context. For example, ‘you’ may change to ‘him’ or ‘her’ depending on who is being spoken about.
Common Mistakes:
- Using the wrong verb form: Make sure to use ‘asked’ and ‘to’ correctly.
- Forgetting to change pronouns: Always adjust pronouns according to the context.
Tips:
- Practice by listening to conversations and trying to report what was said.
- Write down requests you hear and convert them into reported speech.
How to Practice:
To improve your skills in reported requests, try creating your own sentences. Listen to dialogues in English and practice reporting the requests you hear. You can also use exercises available online to test your understanding.
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Preguntas frecuentes
What is reported speech?
Reported speech is a way to convey what someone else has said without quoting them directly.
How do we report requests in English?
To report requests, we use the verb ‘ask’ followed by ‘to’ and the base form of the verb.
Can you give an example of reported requests?
Sure! If someone says, ‘Can you help me?’, you would report it as ‘He asked me to help him.’
What are some common mistakes in reported speech?
Common mistakes include using the wrong verb form and forgetting to change pronouns.
How do I change pronouns in reported speech?
Change pronouns based on who is speaking and who is being spoken about.
Is the verb tense always changed in reported speech?
Not always, but often the verb tense is changed to reflect the time of the reporting.
What should I remember when reporting polite requests?
When reporting polite requests, maintain the politeness by using ‘asked if’ and the correct structure.
Where can I learn more about reported?
You can learn more about reported speech at dimeloeningles.com, a platform that offers interactive exercises, clear explanations, guided practice, conversation clubs, and close support for learning English.
