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What tense is used in reported speech?
In reported speech we need to use the past tense form of the verb. In direct speech the present tense is used. As you can see, in the above sentence ‘am’ changes to ‘was’ when we use reported speech.
Is it a complex or simple sentence?
Typology of sentences A simple sentence consists of only one clause. A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses. A complex sentence has at least one independent clause plus at least one dependent clause.
Is direct speech a simple sentence?
If this verb is in the present tense, it’s easy. We just put ‘she says’ and then the sentence: Direct speech: I like ice cream….
Tense | Direct Speech | Reported Speech |
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past simple | I bought a car | She said (that) she had bought a car OR She said (that) she bought a car. |
What are 5 examples complex sentences?
Common Complex Sentence Examples
- Because my coffee was too cold, I heated it in the microwave.
- Although he was wealthy, he was still unhappy.
- She returned the computer after she noticed it was damaged.
- Whenever prices goes up, customers buy less products.
Do in reported speech?
To do this, we can use direct speech or indirect speech. In indirect speech, we change the question structure (e.g. Do you like) to a statement structure (e.g. I like). We also often make changes to the tenses and other words in the same way as for reported statements (e.g. have done → had done, today → that day).
What is simple compound and complex sentences with examples?
Compound sentences connect two simple sentences, but they often do not show a clear relationship between the two parts. Ex. I waited for the bus, but it was late. A complex sentence contains a main clause and one or more dependent clauses.
What is the difference between ‘that’ and ‘report speech’?
It’s exactly the same if you use ‘that’ or if you don’t use ‘that’.) But, if the reporting verb is in the past tense, then usually we change the tenses in the reported speech: Direct speech: I like ice cream. Reported speech: She said (that) she liked ice cream.
Is the introductory sentence in reported speech in the present or past?
The introductory sentence in Reported Speech can be in the Present or in the Past . If the introductory sentences is in the Simple Present, there is no backshift of tenses. Susan: “ Mary works in an office.”
How do you use the word ‘report’ in a sentence?
We use a ‘reporting verb’ like ‘say’ or ‘tell’. (Click here for more about using ‘say’ and ‘tell’.) If this verb is in the present tense, it’s easy. We just put ‘she says’ and then the sentence: Direct speech: I like ice cream. Reported speech: She says (that) she likes ice cream.
What are the tenses of reported speech?
Reported speech- Play of the tenses: Direct speech tense Indirect/Reported speech tense Simple present simple past present continous past continuous simple past past perfect past continuous past perfect continuous