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Normally, we use Direct-Indirect speech in following statements:
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QUESTIONS with Shall or Question words Statements |
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Indirect question are always in statement form, therefore, question mark is dropped. |
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We also drop Do, Dose and Did which are necessary in forming direct questions. |
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We can use if/whether in indirect questions. |
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In indirect questions, we can use - asked, enquired/wanted to know / wondered. We should not use ‘said’ in indirect question. |
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COMMANDS AND REQUESTS Statements |
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In reporting commands and requests, the Indirect Speech is introduced by some verb expressing command or request and the imperative is changed into the infinitive. |
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ASSERTIVE Statements |
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In Assertive statements we assert, tell clearly and boldly but not aggressively. |
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EXCALAMATIONS AND WISHES Statements |
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In Exclamation and wishes statements we use appropriate expression to convey emotions, appreciation, anger, happiness etc. |
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