Spotlight 11. Module 6c Grammar in Use.Reported Speech

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. “I was late because of an accident on the motorway,” he told his boss. (explained)

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. “Mrs Smith always gives us a lot of homework,” said Tim. (complained)

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. “You broke my window,” the angry neighbour said to the children. (accused)

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. “Don’t forget to call Paul,” Tina said to Kim. (reminded)

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. “I won’t do it again, Mummy,” the little boy said. (promised)

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. “You must finish your homework before you go out with your friends,” Helen’s mother said to her. (insisted)

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. “Don’t touch that! The paint is still wet,” said the decorator. (warned)

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. “You shouldn’t have lied to him,” she said.

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. “I’m sorry I offended you,” he said. (apologised)

Use the verbs in brackets to rewrite the sentences in reported speech. Wendy said to the teacher, “Please, please give me another day to finish the project.” (begged)