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Direct speech gives the exact words in quotation marks. Indirect (reported) speech tells what was said without quotation marks, so the pronouns change and, after “said”, the verb moves one step back into the past.
✓ You passed this lesson’s test.
One step back — “after “said”, the verb moves one step into the past and “I” becomes he or she”
Use it for: Writing reports and stories, and narration-change questions in Class 7–10 grammar.
Check: He said that he was busy — he matches Aditya, was matches said ✓
▶ Watch it animatedWork it out in your head or on paper, type the answer and press Check. Stuck? Press “Show me how”.
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20 questions. Check each answer, then go to the next one. Get 16 or more right to pass.
🏅 Sign in with Google to earn the 💬 Speech Reporter badge when you pass — and a certificate when you finish all 10 lessons of Part 3 · Advanced grammar. You can still take the test without signing in.
Why does it work? When should you use it? Ask in English, मराठी or हिंदी.
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