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Change No. 4. If the reporting verb is in Present or in Future Tense, there is no change in the tense of the Reported Speech. If the reporting verb is in Past Tense, there is always a change in the tense of the Reported Speech, which is as follows:
In case of Future Tense, there are only four words which are changed, i.e.
will | becomes | would |
shall | becomes | should |
may | becomes | might |
can | becomes | could |
Changes based on the types of sentences.
1. Assertive Sentences (Statements) Change No. 1. Remove the commas and inverted commas. Use conjunction ‘that’. Change No. 2. Change the reporting verb ‘say into tell’, ‘says into tell’, ‘said into told’, if the reporting object is given in the sentence. But do not change the reporting verb if the reporting object is not given in the sentence. Change No. 3. ‘Said to’ can be changed into told, replied, informed, stated, added, remarked, asserted, assured, reminded, complained, and reported, according to the meaning. Change No. 4. Always remove “to’ from the reporting speech, e.g.
2. Interrogative Sentences (Questions)
Change No. 1. Change the reporting verb ‘said ‘or ‘said to’into‘ asked’ or ‘inquired of’. In case of a single question, change it into ‘asked’ but in case of more than one question, change it into “inquired of’. Change No. 2. Use conjunction ‘if’ or ‘whether’ if the reported speech starts with a helping verb. But do not use any conjunction if the reported speech starts with an interrogative word. Change No. 3. Change the Interrogative sense into an Assertive sense. Change No. 4. Remove ‘?’ question mark and use ‘ . ‘full stop, e.g.
3. Imperative Sentences (Commands and Requests)
Change No. 1. Change the reporting verb‘said’ or ‘said to’ into ordered, commanded, requested, advised, warned, forbade, suggested, encouraged, persuaded, begged, etc. according to the sense. Change No. 2. Remove the commas and inverted commas, use conjunction ‘to’. Change No. 3. Change the Imperative sense into Infinitive sense. Change No. 4. Remove ‘do not and use ‘not to’ in case of Negative Imperative sentences, e.g.
4. Exclamatory Sentences (Strong Feelings)
Change No. 1. Change the reporting verb ‘said’ or ‘said to’ into “exclaimed with joy’ or ‘exclaimed with sorrow’, ‘cry out, “pray’, etc., according to the sense, i.e.
Change No. 2. Use very or great by removing what or how. Change No. 3. Use conjunction ‘that. Change No. 4. Remove exclamatory word and exclamation sign ‘!’ The student must select the verb best suited to the sense or context, e.g.
Diagnostic Test – 29
Mother: Why are you looking so worried? Daughter: My exams are approaching. Mother: When will they start? Daughter: Next month, Mother.
Mother asked her daughter (a) …………………… The daughter replied that (b) …………………… Mother further asked (c) …………………… The daughter told her mother that they would start in the following month.
Answer: (a) why she was looking very worried (b) her exams were approaching. (c) when they would start.
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(Statements, Commands, Requests, and Questions) The words spoken by a person can be reported in two ways—Direct and Indirect. When we quote the exact words spoken by a person, we call it Direct Speech.
The exact words spoken by Sohan are put within inverted commas. But when we give the substance of what Sohan said, it is called the Indirect Speech.
Direct and Indirect Speech
1. Reporting Clause and Reported Speech: Sohan told Mohan that he was going to school. The words which generally come before the inverted commas are called the reporting clause, i.e. Sohan said to Mohan and the verb ‘said’, is called the reporting verb. The words spoken by Sohan and put within inverted commas are called the reported speech, i.e. “I am going to school.”
2. Rules for Changing Direct Speech into Indirect Speech:
3. Rules for the Change of Pronouns:
For example:
6. Changing Statements into Indirect Speech:
The rules for the change of pronouns, tenses, etc. are followed.
7. Rules for the Change of Interrogative (Questions) sentences:
The reporting verb “say’ is changed into ask, inquire,
The interrogative sentence is changed into a statement by placing the subject before the verb and the full stop is put at the end of the sentence.
If the interrogative sentence has a wh-word (who, when, where, how, why, etc) the wh-word is repeated in the sentence. It serves as conjunction.
If the interrogative sentence is a yes-no answer type sentence (with auxiliary verbs am, are, was, were, do, did, have, shall, etc), then ‘if or ‘whether’ is used as a conjunction.
The auxiliaries do, does, did in a positive question in the reported speech are dropped.
The conjunction is not used after the reporting clause.
8. Changing Commands and Requests into Indirect Speech:
9. Sentences with ‘Let’.
(i) ‘Let’ is used to make a proposal.
(ii) ‘Let’ is used as ‘to allow’.
10. Sentences with Question Tags (i) In the indirect speech the question-tag is usually left. (ii) In indirect speech these words are removed and the word ‘respectfully’ is used in the reporting clause. Direct: Mahesh said, “Sir, may I go home?” Indirect: Mahesh respectfully asked his sir if he might go home.
11. Sentences with ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ Direct : He said, “Can you dance?” And I said, “No.” Indirect: He asked me if I could dance and I replied that I couldn’t. Direct : My mother said, “Will you come home on time?” And I said, “Yes.” Indirect: My mother asked me if I would come home on time and I replied that I would.
Note : ‘Yes’ of ‘No’ hides a complete sentence. Therefore, change yes/no into a short answer.
Direct : She said to me, “You didn’t break the window, did you?” Indirect: She asked me if/whether I had broken the window. Direct : He said to Geeta, “You are going to the station, aren’t you?” Indirect: He asked Geeta if/ whether she was going to the station.
12. Sentences with ‘have to’ or ‘had to’ (i) Change ‘have to’ according to the rules. (ii) But change ‘had to’ into ‘had had to’ in the indirect speech. Direct : Hari said, “I have to work a lot.” Indirect: Hari said that he had to work a lot. Direct : Hari said, “I had to work a lot.” Indirect: Hari said that he had had to work a lot.
13. Sentences with ‘Sir’, ‘Madam’ or ‘Your Honour’ etc.
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14. Exclamations and Wishes Sometimes Exclamatory sentences contain exclamations like Hurrah!, Alas!, Oh!, Heavens!, Bravo, etc. Such exclamatory words are removed in the indirect speech and we use ‘exclaimed with sorrow’, exclaimed with joy, exclaimed with surprise, etc. instead of ‘said’. Examples:
(a) Look at these sentences.
(b) Look at these sentences.
(i) Use ‘exclaimed’ in place of ‘said’ in the reporting verb in the indirect speech. (ii) In Indirect sentences, we use exclamatory sentences as statements. (iii) Indirect speech begins with that and full stop (•) is used instead of the exclamation mark (!). Exercise (Solved)
Change the following sentences into Indirect Speech:
(i) He said, “I will do it now.” Answer: He said that he would do it then.
(ii) He says, “Honesty is the best policy.” Answer: He says that honesty is the best policy.
(iii) Ramesh says, “I have written a letter.” Answer: Ramesh says that he has written a letter.
(iv) She said, “Mahesh will be reading a book.” Answer: She said that Mahesh would be reading a book.
(v) She said, “Where is your father?” Answer: She inquired where his father was.
(vi) He said to me, “Please take your book.” Answer: He requested me to take my book.
(vii) The Principal said to the peon, “Let this boy go out.” Answer: The Principal ordered the peon to let that boy go out.
(viii) He said to me, “May you live long!” Answer: He prayed that I might live long.
(ix) She said, “Goodbye friends!” Answer: She bade goodbye to her friends.
(ix) The student said, “Alas! I wasted my time last year.” Answer: The student regretted that he had wasted his time the previous year. Exercise (Unsolved)
When we want to tell somebody else what another person said, we can use either direct speech and reported speech. When we use direct speech, we use the same words but use quotation marks, For example: Scott said, “I am coming to work. I will be late because there is a lot of traffic now.”
When we use reported speech, we usually change the verbs, specific times, and pronouns. For example: Scott said that he was coming to work. He said that he would be late because there was a lot of traffic at that time.
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Rules for Reported Speech While changing direct speech into reported speech or vice-versa the following changes occur:
1. Changes In Reporting Verb Affirmative sentences: said, told (object), asserted, replied, assured, informed, responded, whispered, alleged, believed, assumed, thought Interrogative sentences: asked, enquired, wanted to know Imperative sentences: ordered, begged, pleaded, implored, advised, demanded
2. Change Of Pronouns Direct Speech: Johnny said, ‘I am playing.’ Indirect Speech: Johnny said that he was playing. First-person generally changes to third person {depending upon the subject of the reporting verb).
3. Change Of Tenses
Johnny said, ‘I like to play.’ | Johnny said that he liked to play. |
Johnny said, ‘I am playing.’ | Johnny said that he was playing. |
Johnny said, ‘I have played this game.’ | Johnny said that he had played that game. |
Johnny said, ‘I have been playing this game.’ | Johnny said that he had been playing that game. |
Johnny said, ‘I played this game last week. ’ | Johnny said that he had played that game the previous week. |
Johnny said, ‘I was playing this game when Mohan came home.’ | Johnny said that he had been/was playing that game when Mohan came home. |
Johnny said, ‘I had played this game before you came.’ | Johnny said that he had played that game before he came. |
Johnny said, ‘I will play this game.’ | Johnny said that he would play that game. |
In general, present tense becomes past tense; past tense and present perfect become past perfect.
4. Change of situations Example: Nagesh said, ‘I read this book last week. (direct speech) Nagesh said that he had read that book the previous week, (indirect speech)
5. In case of questions and answers Examples:
(a) For yes/no questions – use if/whether (b) For wh- questions – use the wh-word
Word Order:
6. Reported Speech using present and future tenses Examples:
7. In case of modal verbs can becomes could
would, should, could, might, ought to and must are unchanged. Example:
Read the dialogue given below and then complete the passage that follows.
Question 1. Read the dialogue and complete the passage given below.
Interviewer: So, why do you want to be a computer programmer? Ravi: Well, I have always been interested in computers. Interviewer: I see. Do you have any experience? Ravi: No, but I’m a fast learner. Interviewer: What kind of a computer do you use? Ravi: Computer? Uhm, let me see. I can use a Mac. I also used Windows 10 once. Interviewer: That’s good.
Ravi recently attended an interview for the selection of a computer programmer. At the interview, he was asked (a) ……………………….. To this question he replied that he wanted to change his job because (b) ……………………….. When the interviewer asked him (e) ………………………. he replied that he (d) ……………………….. Finally, the interviewer wanted to know (e) ………………………. . Ravi replied that he could use a Mac and had also used Windows 10 once in the,.past. The interviewer seemed to be pleased with his answers. Answer: (a) why he wanted to be a computer programmer (b) he had always been interested in computers (c) whether he had any experience (d) didn’t but that he was a fast learner (e) the kind of computer he used
Question 2. Manu: Where are you going to? Annu: I am going to the market. Do you want anything?
Manu asked Annu (a) …………………… Annu replied (b) …………………… Annu replied (b) …………………… and she further asked (C) …………………… Answer: (a) where she was going. (b) that she was going to the market (c) if/whether she wanted anything.
Question 3. Sunita: Tomorrow is your birthday, what do you want as a gift? Neetu: That is a lovely thought but I don’t want anything.
Sunita asked Neetu since the next day was her birthday, (a) …………………… Neetu replied that (b) …………………… but (C) ………………….. . Answer: (a) what she wanted as a gift (b) that was a lovely thought (c) she did not want anything.
Question 4. Gardener: Did you water the plant today? Dev: No, but I will, today. Gardener: Then tomorrow I will get a sapling of sunflower.
The Gardener asked Dev (a) …………………… Dev replied negatively but (b) …………………… Then the gardener said that (c) ………………….. . Answer: (a) if/whether he had watered the plant that day. (b) said he would that day. (c) he would get a sapling of a sunflower the next day.
Question 5. Mr. Harish: Can you polish my shoes? Cobbler: Yes sir. But I will take 10 for each shoe.
Mr. Harish: I will not mind as long as it is done. Mr. Harish asked the cobbler (a) …………………… The cobbler replied affirmatively but (b) …………………… Mr. Harish said that (C) ……………………. Answer: (a) if/whether he could polish his shoes. (b) said that he would take 10 for each shoe (c) he would not mind as long as it was done.
Question 6. Electrician: When did your electricity go? Mohan: It is not working since evening. Electrician: Sorry sir, in this case, I will have to check the fuse now.
The electrician asked Mohan (a) …………………… Mohan replied that (b) …………………… The electrician apologetically said that in that case (c) …………………… Answer: (a) when his electricity had gone. (b) it was not working since evening. (c) he would have to check the fuse then.
Question 7. Teacher : Children, let us all pledge to save trees. Children : Yes, mam, we all pledge to save our trees as the trees are the lungs of the city. Teacher : Let us start today by planting a sapling.
The teacher asked all the children to pledge to save trees. The children replied affirmatively (a) …………………… as the (b) …………………… Then the teacher said that (c) ………………….. . Answer: (a) saying that they all pledged to save trees (b) trees are the lungs of the city. (c) they should start by planting a sapling that day.
Question 8. Buddha : Honesty is the best policy. Disciple : Does honesty always pay? Buddha : It may or may not, but at least you will never feel guilty.
Buddha in his preaching said that (a) …………………… the best policy. A disciple asked him if (b) …………………… always pays, Buddha replied (c) …………………… but at least he would never feel guilty. Answer: (a) Honesty is (b) honesty (c) that it might or might not
Question 9. Doctor : You should take this medicine every day. Patient : Should I take it before dinner or after dinner? Doctor : No, you should take it after breakfast.
The Doctor advised the patient that (a) …………………… The patient further asked (b) …………………… The doctor replied negatively and then said (c) ………………….. . Answer: (a) he should take that medicine every day. (b) if/whether he should take it before dinner or after dinner. (c) that he should take it after breakfast
Question 10. Reena : Do you know how to swim? Surbhi : Yes I know. I have learnt it during this summer vacation.
Reena asked Surbhi (a) …………………… Then Surbhi replied (b) …………………… and also added that (c) ………………….. . Answer: (a) if/whether she knew how to swim (b) in affirmative (c) she had learnt it during the summer vacation.
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In English, there are mainly two ways to express the spoken words between two individuals. They are direct speech and indirect or reported speech. These two types of speeches narrate the spoken words differently. Do you know about direct and indirect speech or Reported Speech Class 10 ? Are you able to convert direct speech into indirect speech and vice versa? If not, direct and indirect speech exercises for class 10 pdf with answers will help you learn direct and indirect speeches with ease and will leave no room for doubts.
Direct speech.
Direct speech refers to the speech with the speaker's actual words. This type of speech has the word-to-word restatement of the speaker's speech.
Example: Rahim said, "I am going to the playground."
Indirect or reported speech refers to the speech that doesn't use the actual word-to-word statement of the speaker. Also, indirect speech follows past tense, generally.
Example: Rahim said he was going to the playground.
Mastering the art of direct and indirect speech holds significant importance in the academic journey of Class 10 students. As they navigate through the intricacies of language and communication, understanding the nuances of direct and indirect speech equips them with essential skills for effective expression and comprehension. In this introduction, we unravel the benefits of learning direct and indirect speech, shedding light on its relevance and impact on the academic and linguistic development of Class 10 students. Here are some of the Benefits of Learning Direct and Indirect Speech Exercises for Class 10 with Answers:
Enhances Communication Skills: Learning direct and indirect speech enhances students' communication skills by enabling them to effectively convey messages in various contexts. It empowers them to articulate thoughts, ideas, and narratives with clarity and precision, fostering confident expression in both oral and written communication.
Improves Language Proficiency: Delving into the intricacies of direct and indirect speech enhances students' language proficiency by deepening their understanding of grammar and syntax. It familiarizes them with the rules and conventions governing Reported Speech Class 10 , enabling them to construct grammatically accurate sentences and compositions.
Facilitates Comprehension: Mastery of direct and indirect speech facilitates comprehension as students learn to decipher and interpret statements made by others accurately. It hones their ability to comprehend complex dialogues, narratives, and textual passages, thereby enhancing their reading and comprehension skills.
Enhances Critical Thinking: Engaging with direct and indirect speech prompts students to think critically as they analyze and evaluate different forms of communication. It encourages them to assess the implications of Reported Speech Class 10 , discern underlying meanings, and draw inferences, thereby fostering critical thinking and analytical skills.
Prepares for Academic Success: Proficiency in direct and indirect speech is integral to academic success, especially in subjects like English and languages. It equips Class 10 students with the requisite skills to excel in examinations, comprehension exercises, and language-based assessments, laying a strong foundation for future academic pursuits.
In the journey of language acquisition and effective communication, the mastery of direct and indirect speech stands as a pivotal skill set. For students navigating the complexities of language at the Class 10 level, understanding the fundamental rules governing direct and indirect speech is paramount. In this introduction, we delve into the significance of comprehending these rules, equipping students with the necessary knowledge to navigate the intricacies of Reported Speech Class 10 with confidence and precision.
For every character's speech, use separate lines.
Always start a speech with a capital letter.
Every speaker's speech should be in quotes ("XYZ").
We will use a reported clause (like, 'said,' 'asked,' 'replied') before the quotation.
If the reporting verb of the direct speech is in the past tense, all the present tenses used in direct speech will be in the past tense in the indirect or reported speech.
Present perfect tense and present continuous tense in direct speech will be in the past perfect tense and past continuous tense in indirect or reported speech.
Simple present tense in direct speech will be in simple past in indirect or reported speech.
Simple future and future continuous tense in direct speech changes to the present conditional and conditional continuous tense in indirect speech.
Modals like must, may, and can in direct speech become would have to/ had to, might, and could respectively in indirect speech.
The First-person in direct speech becomes the subject in indirect speech.
The imperative mood becomes the infinitive in Reported Speech Class 10.
Direct Speech: I said, "I am busy."
Indirect Speech: I said I was busy.
Direct Speech: She said, "Are you okay"?
Indirect Speech: She inquired of you whether you were okay.
Direct Speech: She said, "I will leave now."
Indirect Speech: She said that she would leave then.
In this chapter, you will learn:
What are direct and indirect speech?
What are the basic rules of direct and indirect speech?
How to convert direct speech into indirect speech?
This grammar section explains English Grammar clearly and simply. There are example sentences to show how the language is used. Direct and Indirect Speech Exercises for Class 10 with Answers will help you to write better answers in your Class 10 exams. Because the Solutions are solved by subject matter experts.
While changing direct speech into reported speech or vice-versa the following changes occur:
1. Changes In Reporting Verb
Affirmative sentences: said, told (object), asserted, replied, assured, informed, responded, whispered, alleged, believed, assumed, thought
Interrogative sentences: asked, enquired, wanted to know
Imperative sentences: ordered, begged, pleaded, implored, advised, demanded
2. Change Of Pronouns
Direct Speech: Johnny said, 'I am playing.'
Indirect Speech: Johnny said that he was playing.
First-person generally changes to third person {depending upon the subject of the reporting verb).
3. Change Of Tenses
Direct Speech | Indirect Speech |
Johnny said, 'I like to play.' | Johnny said that he liked to play. |
Johnny said, 'I am playing.' | Johnny said that he was playing. |
Johnny said, 'I have played this game.' | Johnny said that he had played that game. |
Johnny said, 'I have been playing this game.' | Johnny said that he had been playing that game. |
Johnny said, 'I played this game last week.' | Johnny said that he had played that game the previous week. |
Johnny said, 'I was playing this game when Mohan came home.' | Johnny said that he had been/was playing that game when Mohan came home. |
Johnny said, 'I had played this game before you came.' | Johnny said that he had played that game before he came. |
Johnny said, 'I will play this game.' | Johnny said that he would play that game. |
In general, present tense becomes past tense; past tense and present perfect become past perfect.
4. Change of situations Example:
Nagesh said, 'I read this book last week. (direct speech)
Nagesh said that he had read that book the previous week, (indirect speech)
'this' becomes 'that'
'last week' becomes 'the previous week'
here – there
today - that day
yesterday - the day before/the previous day
tomorrow - the next day/the coming day
last week - the week before/the previous week • next month – the next month/the coming month
5. In case of questions and answers
Nagesh asked, 'Have you read this book?' (direct speech)
Nagesh asked if' whether I had read that book, (indirect speech)
Nagesh asked, 'Where is the book?' (direct speech)
Nagesh asked where the book was. (indirect speech)
(a) For yes/no questions - use if/whether
(b) For wh- questions - use the wh-word
Word Order:
Nagesh asked, 'What's the matter?'
Nagesh asked what the matter was. (what + the matter + was) Nagesh asked what was the matter, (what + was + the matter)
The word order can be either:
who/which/what + complement + be or who/which/what + be + complement
6. Reported Speech using present and future tenses Examples:
Nagesh said, "The sun rises in the east. (direct speech)
Nagesh said that the sun rises in the east, (indirect speech)
Nagesh said, 'I will read this book.' (direct speech)
Nagesh said that he will read that book, (indirect speech)
If the original speaker's present and future is still present and future, the tense remains unchanged.
7. In case of modal verbs
can becomes could
will - would
Shall - should
may - might
would, should, could, might, ought to and must are unchanged.
Nagesh said, 'I can solve this sum.' (direct speech)
Nagesh said that he could solve that sum. (indirect speech)
Read the dialogue given below and then complete the passage that follows.
Question 1.
Read the dialogue and complete the passage given below.
Interviewer: So, why do you want to be a computer programmer?
Ravi: Well, I have always been interested in computers.
Interviewer: I see. Do you have any experience?
Ravi: No, but I'm a fast learner.
Interviewer: What kind of a computer do you use?
Ravi: Computer? Uhm, let me see. I can use a Mac. I also used Windows 10 once.
Interviewer: That's good.
Ravi recently attended an interview for the selection of a computer programmer. At the interview, he was asked (a).......... To this question he replied that he wanted to change his job because (b).
When the interviewer asked him (e) ............................... he replied that. h... (..)........................................................................................ Finally, the interviewer wanted to know. (..)...............................................................................avi. replied that he could use a Mac and had also used Windows 10 once in the,.past. The interviewer seemed to be pleased with his answers.
(a) why he wanted to be a computer programmer
(b) he had always been interested in computers
(c) whether he had any experience
(d) didn't but that he was a fast learner
(e) the kind of computer he used
Question 2.
Manu: Where are you going to?
Annu: I am going to the market. Do you want anything?
Manu asked Annu (a)..........................
(a) where she was going.
(b) that she was going to the market
(c) if/whether she wanted anything.
Question 3.
Annu replied (b).... Annu replied (b). ............ and she further asked (C)..........
Sunita: Tomorrow is your birthday, what do you want as a gift?
Neetu: That is a lovely thought but I don't want anything.
Sunita asked Neetu since the next day was her birthday, (a).....Neetu replied that (b)...but (C).....
(a) what she wanted as a gift
(b) that was a lovely thought
(c) she did not want anything.
Question 4.
Gardener: Did you water the plant today?
Dev: No, but I will, today.
Gardener: Then tomorrow I will get a sapling of sunflower.
The Gardener asked Dev (a)
Dev replied negatively but (b)
Then the gardener said that (c)
(a) if/whether he had watered the plant that day.
(b) said he would that day.
(c) he would get a sapling of a sunflower the next day.
Question 5.
Mr. Harish: Can you polish my shoes?
Cobbler: Yes sir. But I will take 10 for each shoe.
Mr. Harish: I will not mind as long as it is done. Mr. Harish asked the cobbler (a) .................. The cobbler replied affirmatively but (b).............. Mr. Harish said that (C)...
(a) if/whether he could polish his shoes.
(b) said that he would take 10 for each shoe
(c) he would not mind as long as it was done.
Question 6.
Electrician: When did your electricity go?
Mohan: It is not working since evening.
Electrician: Sorry sir, in this case, I will have to check the fuse now.
The electrician asked Mohan (a)........................................Mohan replied that(b)....................................The electrician apologetically said that in that case (c )…………………………………………….
(a) when his electricity had gone.
(b) it was not working since evening.
(c) he would have to check the fuse then.
Question 7.
Teacher Children, let us all pledge to save trees.
Children: Yes, mam, we all pledge to save our trees as the trees are the lungs of the city. Teacher: Let us start today by planting a sapling.
The teacher asked all the children to pledge to save trees. The children replied affirmatively (a)...............as the (b).......................Then the teacher said that said that (c)...........
(a) saying that they all pledged to save trees
(b) trees are the lungs of the city.
(c) they should start by planting a sapling that day.
Question 8.
Buddha: Honesty is the best policy.
Disciple: Does honesty always pay?
Buddha : It may or may not, but at least you will never feel guilty.
Buddha in his preaching said that (a).......................the best policy. A disciple asked him if (b)..................always pays, Buddha replied (C )…………………………..but at least he would never feel guilty.
(a) Honesty is
(b) honesty
(c) that it might or might not
Question 9.
Doctor: You should take this medicine every day.
Patient: Should I take it before dinner or after dinner?
Doctor: No, you should take it after breakfast.
The Doctor advised the patient that (a).....................The patient further asked (b).....................The doctor replied negatively and then said ©……………………..
(a) he should take that medicine every day.
(b) if/whether he should take it before dinner or after dinner.
(c) that he should take it after breakfast
Question 10.
Reena: Do you know how to swim?
Surbhi : Yes I know. I have learnt it during this summer vacation.
Reena asked Surbhi (a)...........Then Surbhi replied (b).................and also added that (c)....................
(a) if/whether she knew how to swim
(b) in affirmative
(c) she had learnt it during the summer vacation.
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1. What is the alternative name for direct speech?
Direct speeches are also called quoted speeches as the speaker's statements are provided in an exact manner , word-by-word, and are always within quotation marks.
2. How many parts does a direct speech have?
A direct speech is generally made up of two parts: reporting clause (verbs like say/said, ask/asked, shout/shouted, etc.) and the reported clause (the original dialogue of the speaker).
3. What is the indirect speech form of the word 'tomorrow'?
The word 'tomorrow' in a direct speech changes to 'the following day' or 'the next day’ in the indirect or reported speech.
4. What is Direct Speech in ?
Direct speech is the exact words spoken by someone, enclosed in quotation marks. It represents the speaker's original words and is commonly used in dialogue or reporting speech directly.
5. What is Indirect Speech?
Indirect speech, also known as reported speech, is the reporting of someone's words without using their exact words. It does not require quotation marks and often involves transforming the original speaker's words into a different form.
6. Why is it important to learn direct and indirect speech exercises for class 10 pdf with answers?
Learning direct and indirect speech exercises for class 10 pdf with answers is essential in Class 10 CBSE English Grammar as it enhances students' comprehension skills, improves their writing ability, and enables them to effectively report speech in various contexts, such as narratives, essays, and dialogue-based questions in exams.
7. What are the basic rules for transforming Direct Speech into Indirect Speech?
The basic rules for transforming direct speech into indirect speech include changing verb tenses, pronouns, time and place references, and often using reporting verbs such as 'said,' 'told,' or 'asked.'
8. How can I practice Direct and Indirect Speech effectively?
Practicing direct and indirect speech involves analyzing sentences, identifying the reporting verbs, and applying the appropriate rules for transforming direct speech into indirect speech. Engaging in exercises and writing prompts, as provided in resources like the Class 10 CBSE English Grammar PDF, can enhance proficiency.
9. Is the direct and indirect speech class 10 CBSE English Grammar PDF a reliable resource for learning Direct and Indirect Speech?
Yes, the direct and indirect speech class 10 PDF is a reputable resource provided by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and is designed to align with the curriculum standards. It typically includes explanations, examples, and exercises covering various grammar topics, including direct and indirect speech.
10. Are there any tips for mastering Reported Speech Class 10 CBSE English Grammar exams?
Some tips for Reported Speech Class 10 include practicing regularly, paying attention to verb tense changes, ensuring consistency in pronoun usage, and understanding the context of reported speech. Additionally, seeking clarification from teachers or referring to supplementary study materials can aid in comprehension and application.
11. Can I find additional Reported Speech Exercises for Class 10 with Answers online?
Yes, Vedantu offers additional Reported Speech Exercises for Class 10 with Answers and explanations for direct and indirect speech. These resources can complement the Class 10 CBSE English Grammar PDF and provide further opportunities for practice and reinforcement.
In Online Education When we want to tell somebody else what another person said, we can use either direct speech and reported speech. When we use direct speech, we use the same words but use quotation marks, For example: Scott said, “I am coming to work. I will be late because there is a lot of traffic now.”
When we use reported speech, we usually change the verbs, specific times, and pronouns. For example: Scott said that he was coming to work. He said that he would be late because there was a lot of traffic at that time.
This grammar section explains English Grammar in a clear and simple way. There are example sentences to show how the language is used. NCERT Solutions for Class 10 English will help you to write better answers in your Class 10 exams. Because the Solutions are solved by subject matter experts. https://ncertmcq.com/reported-speech-exercises-for-class-10/
Reported Speech Class 10 Exercise
Rules for Reported Speech While changing direct speech into reported speech or vice-versa the following changes occur:
1. Changes In Reporting Verb Affirmative sentences: said, told (object), asserted, replied, assured, informed, responded, whispered, alleged, believed, assumed, thought Interrogative sentences: asked, enquired, wanted to know Imperative sentences: ordered, begged, pleaded, implored, advised, demanded
2. Change Of Pronouns Direct Speech: Johnny said, ‘I am playing.’ Indirect Speech: Johnny said that he was playing. First-person generally changes to third person {depending upon the subject of the reporting verb).
3. Change Of Tenses
Johnny said, ‘I like to play.’ | Johnny said that he liked to play. |
Johnny said, ‘I am playing.’ | Johnny said that he was playing. |
Johnny said, ‘I have played this game.’ | Johnny said that he had played that game. |
Johnny said, ‘I have been playing this game.’ | Johnny said that he had been playing that game. |
Johnny said, ‘I played this game last week. ’ | Johnny said that he had played that game the previous week. |
Johnny said, ‘I was playing this game when Mohan came home.’ | Johnny said that he had been/was playing that game when Mohan came home. |
Johnny said, ‘I had played this game before you came.’ | Johnny said that he had played that game before he came. |
Johnny said, ‘I will play this game.’ | Johnny said that he would play that game. |
In general, present tense becomes past tense; past tense and present perfect become past perfect.
Reported Speech Exercises For Class 10
4. Change of situations Example: Nagesh said, ‘I read this book last week. (direct speech) Nagesh said that he had read that book the previous week, (indirect speech)
5. In case of questions and answers Examples:
(a) For yes/no questions – use if/whether (b) For wh- questions – use the wh-word
Word Order:
6. Reported Speech using present and future tenses Examples:
7. In case of modal verbs can becomes could
would, should, could, might, ought to and must are unchanged. Example:
Read the dialogue given below and then complete the passage that follows.
Reported Speech Class 10 Exercise With Answers Question 1. Read the dialogue and complete the passage given below.
Interviewer: So, why do you want to be a computer programmer? Ravi: Well, I have always been interested in computers. Interviewer: I see. Do you have any experience? Ravi: No, but I’m a fast learner. Interviewer: What kind of a computer do you use? Ravi: Computer? Uhm, let me see. I can use a Mac. I also used Windows 10 once. Interviewer: That’s good.
Ravi recently attended an interview for the selection of a computer programmer. At the interview, he was asked (a) ……………………….. To this question he replied that he wanted to change his job because (b) ……………………….. When the interviewer asked him (e) ………………………. he replied that he (d) ……………………….. Finally, the interviewer wanted to know (e) ………………………. . Ravi replied that he could use a Mac and had also used Windows 10 once in the,.past. The interviewer seemed to be pleased with his answers. Answer: (a) why he wanted to be a computer programmer (b) he had always been interested in computers (c) whether he had any experience (d) didn’t but that he was a fast learner (e) the kind of computer he used
Reported Speech Exercises With Answers For Class 10 Question 2. Manu: Where are you going to? Annu: I am going to the market. Do you want anything?
Manu asked Annu (a) …………………… Annu replied (b) …………………… Annu replied (b) …………………… and she further asked (C) …………………… Answer: (a) where she was going. (b) that she was going to the market (c) if/whether she wanted anything.
Class 10 Reported Speech Exercises Question 3. Sunita: Tomorrow is your birthday, what do you want as a gift? Neetu: That is a lovely thought but I don’t want anything.
Sunita asked Neetu since the next day was her birthday, (a) …………………… Neetu replied that (b) …………………… but (C) ………………….. . Answer: (a) what she wanted as a gift (b) that was a lovely thought (c) she did not want anything.
Reported Speech Worksheet For Class 10 Question 4. Gardener: Did you water the plant today? Dev: No, but I will, today. Gardener: Then tomorrow I will get a sapling of sunflower.
The Gardener asked Dev (a) …………………… Dev replied negatively but (b) …………………… Then the gardener said that (c) ………………….. . Answer: (a) if/whether he had watered the plant that day. (b) said he would that day. (c) he would get a sapling of a sunflower the next day.
Reported Speech Exercise Class 10 Question 5. Mr. Harish: Can you polish my shoes? Cobbler: Yes sir. But I will take 10 for each shoe.
Mr. Harish: I will not mind as long as it is done. Mr. Harish asked the cobbler (a) …………………… The cobbler replied affirmatively but (b) …………………… Mr. Harish said that (C) ……………………. Answer: (a) if/whether he could polish his shoes. (b) said that he would take 10 for each shoe (c) he would not mind as long as it was done.
Reported Speech Class 10 Questions Question 6. Electrician: When did your electricity go? Mohan: It is not working since evening. Electrician: Sorry sir, in this case, I will have to check the fuse now.
The electrician asked Mohan (a) …………………… Mohan replied that (b) …………………… The electrician apologetically said that in that case (c) …………………… Answer: (a) when his electricity had gone. (b) it was not working since evening. (c) he would have to check the fuse then.
Reported Speech Questions For Class 10 Question 7. Teacher : Children, let us all pledge to save trees. Children : Yes, mam, we all pledge to save our trees as the trees are the lungs of the city. Teacher : Let us start today by planting a sapling.
The teacher asked all the children to pledge to save trees. The children replied affirmatively (a) …………………… as the (b) …………………… Then the teacher said that (c) ………………….. . Answer: (a) saying that they all pledged to save trees (b) trees are the lungs of the city. (c) they should start by planting a sapling that day.
Reported Speech Dialogue Exercises With Answers Pdf Question 8. Buddha : Honesty is the best policy. Disciple : Does honesty always pay? Buddha : It may or may not, but at least you will never feel guilty.
Buddha in his preaching said that (a) …………………… the best policy. A disciple asked him if (b) …………………… always pays, Buddha replied (c) …………………… but at least he would never feel guilty. Answer: (a) Honesty is (b) honesty (c) that it might or might not
Reported Speech Examples With Answers Class 10 Question 9. Doctor : You should take this medicine every day. Patient : Should I take it before dinner or after dinner? Doctor : No, you should take it after breakfast.
The Doctor advised the patient that (a) …………………… The patient further asked (b) …………………… The doctor replied negatively and then said (c) ………………….. . Answer: (a) he should take that medicine every day. (b) if/whether he should take it before dinner or after dinner. (c) that he should take it after breakfast
Class 10 Reported Speech Question 10. Reena : Do you know how to swim? Surbhi : Yes I know. I have learnt it during this summer vacation.
Reena asked Surbhi (a) …………………… Then Surbhi replied (b) …………………… and also added that (c) ………………….. . Answer: (a) if/whether she knew how to swim (b) in affirmative (c) she had learnt it during the summer vacation.
Reported Speech: Whenever you are quoting someone else’s words , you use two kinds of speeches – Direct or Indirect speech . In this chapter, we will learn all about Direct and Indirect speech and how to convert one into another.
Reported speech- how does it work.
Whenever you report a speech there’s a reporting verb used like “say” or “tell”. For example:
Direct speech: I love to play football .
Reported speech: She said that she loves to play football. (Note 1 : Assume a gender if not mentioned already. Note 2: Using “that” is optional. This sentence could also have been written as “She said she loves to play football.”)
The tense doesn’t have to be changed in this case of reported speech. But of the reporting verb is in the past tense , we do change the tense of the sentence.
Simple present | simple past |
present continous | past continuous |
simple past | past perfect |
past continuous | past perfect continuous |
present perfect tense | past perfect tense |
past perfect tense | past perfect tense |
Learn more about Parts of Speech here in detail
This is a summary table that will be crystal clear to you as you read further. Just come back to this table after this section and use this as a summary table:
Simple present | I like to swim in the ocean | She said she liked to swim in the ocean | Simpe past |
Simple present | I live in New Orleans | He said he lived in New Orleans | Simpe past |
Past simple | I went to school in the morning | She said she had gone to school that morning | Past perfect |
Present continuous | I was going to the Himalayas | He said he was going to the Himalayas | Past continuous |
Past continuous | I was walking near the beach | She said that she had been walking near the beach | past perfect continuous |
Present perfect | I have caught a few fishes | She said she had caught a few fishes | past perfect |
Past perfect | I had trekked the Himalayas this time last year | He said he had trekked the Himalayas this time last year | Past perfect |
Some word transitions from direct to reported speech that will come in handy:
Exception : A present tense in direct speech may not become a past tense in the reported speech if it’s a fact or something generic we are talking about in the sentence. For example-
Direct speech: The sun rises from the East.
Reported speech: She said that the sun rises/rose from the East.
What happens when the sentence we are trying to report was actually a question? That’s something we are going to deal with in this section. Reported questions- It’s quite interesting. let’s get into it:
Well the good news is that the tense change you learnt above stays the same in reported speech for questions. The only difference is that when you report a question, you no more report it in the form of a question but in the form of a statement. For example:
Direct speech: Where do you want to eat?
Reported speech: She asked me where I wanted to eat.
Notice how the question mark is gone from the reported speech. The reported speech is a statement now. Keep that in mind as you read further.
Remember the tense change? Let’s apply that to a few questions now.
Are you going to my house? | She asked me if I was going to her house. |
Where were you going? | He asked me where I was going. |
Where have you been? | She asked me where had i been. |
Now these are questions that have wordy answers to them. What about the questions that has yes/no answers to them? In these type of questions just add “if” before asking the question. For example:
Well not all questions require answers. Some questions are polite requests. Remember? Could you please try to remember? And then there are request statements. Let’s see how do we convert these into reported speech.
Reported request = ask me + to + verb or requested me + to +verb
Just add this rule to your reported speech and you have what is called a reported request.
Could you please shut the door? | She asked me to shut the door. |
Can you please help me? | She requested me to help her. |
Well, not everyone is going to be polite. Sometimes, we get orders. Now how will you report them? Unlike the request, the reporting verb isn’t ask but told or tell. Also, when in orders, sometimes subjects are omitted but while reporting we have to revive the subjects. Let’s see a few examples:
Direct speech | Reported speech |
now | then / at that time |
today | yesterday / that day / Tuesday / the 27th of June |
yesterday | the day before yesterday / the day before / Wednesday / the 5th of December |
last night | the night before, Thursday night |
last week | the week before / the previous week |
tomorrow | today / the next day / the following day / Friday |
With that, you have everything it takes to understand reported speech. you are all se to change the direct to reported speech. Go ahead and try a few examples. All the best!
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Simple but very nice explanation and helpfull too.
What is the voice change of ” I have endeavoured to understand the fundamental truths.”
ENDEAVOUR HAS BEEN MADE BY ME TO UNDERSTAND THE FUNDAMENTAL TRUTH.
The fundamental truths have been endeavoured to be understood by me
The fundamental truths to understand had been endeavoured by him
The fundamental truths have endeavoured to be understood by me
The fundamental truths has been understood endeavoured to by me
How to change the voice for the following sentence – the books will be received by tomorrow
By whom? We need a subject. If the subject was for example “The library”, then the sentence in active voice would read “The library will receive the books by tomorrow”.
You will receive the books by tomorrow.
Tomorrow you will receive the book
You will receive the books (by) tomorrow.
Someone will receive the books by tomorrow
Tomorrow will be receive the books
HE WILL RECEIVE THE BOOKS BY TOMORROW.
By tomorrow the books will be received.
By tomorrow, you will receive the books
Tomorrow received the book
Change this “take right and turn left” into passive voice
Let the right be taken amd left be turned
‘amd’ is “and” 😅
You are advised to take right and turn left
Very helpful information thanks
Very well explained all basics that can lead to gain further knowledge very easily
What is in this box change into passive
what is the voice change of,” some people think nuclear is the best, because it doesnt add to global warming “….
Brilliant stuff!! – Rishabh
A kite was made by Ravi . What is the active form of this statement???
how to change into passive this sentence “when they were shifting the patient to the I.C.U.,he died
change into passive voice this sentence “when they were shifting the patient to I.C.U.,he died .
May you tell us tense conversion in voice.
Sentences without action like…. Jim is a doctor . Is it active or passive and if any how would you decide without having a main verb ?
It is named after the name of its principal tree ‘sundari'(passive)
how can ocean be object 🙄???
They made a bag
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Reported Speech Worksheet Class 10: Reported speech, a fundamental concept in English grammar , lays the strong foundation for effective communication and writing skills. For students in class 10, grasping this concept is important for constructing sentences accurately and confidently. This article provides a range of reported speech exercises designed to improve students’ grasp and use of this grammatical structure.
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Reported speech, also called indirect speech, is when you tell what someone said without using their exact words. When we use reported speech, the tense, pronouns, and sometimes the word order might change to fit the new context. For example, if John said, “I am going to the party,” in reported speech, we say, “John said that he was going to the party.” We change “am” to “was” because it’s in the past, and “I” becomes “he” to match the reporting clause. Reported speech helps us share information indirectly, which is handy for summarizing conversations or retelling stories.
Also Check: CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2024-25
Transform the following direct speech sentences into reported speech, paying attention to changes in pronouns, tenses, and reporting verbs.
“I love reading novels,” said Sarah. “We will visit Paris next month,” Tom exclaimed. “They have completed their homework,” the teacher announced. “I am studying for my exams,” he mentioned. “We are going to the movies tonight,” she informed us.
Convert the following questions and commands into reported speech while maintaining the intended meaning and structure.
“Did you finish your homework?” the teacher asked. “Please close the window,” she said to him. “Where is the nearest library?” he inquired. “Don’t forget to call me,” she reminded him. “Will you help me with this assignment?” she asked her friend.
Rewrite the given statements and opinions in reported speech, ensuring accuracy and coherence.
“I believe in working hard to achieve success,” said Jack. “This movie is the best I’ve seen all year,” exclaimed Lisa. “I can solve this math problem easily,” claimed David. “The new restaurant in town serves delicious food,” remarked Emily. “He said he would come to the party,” confirmed Rachel.
Change the following direct questions into indirect questions within reported speech.
“Can you lend me your pen?” she asked. “Where did you buy that dress?” he wondered. “How do I get to the train station?” she asked the passerby. “What time does the movie start?” he inquired. “Why did you skip class yesterday?” the teacher questioned.
Combine various forms of reported speech, including statements, questions, and commands, in the conversion of the following sentences.
“I want you to finish the project by tomorrow,” the manager said to the team. “Where are you going?” she asked him. “Stop making noise!” the librarian shouted at the students. “Have you seen my keys?” she asked her roommate. “I’ll call you later,” he promised.
Also Check: NCERT Solutions for Class 10 English 2024-25
Read the conversation between two friends and complete the paragraph.
Alex: Hey, did you watch the new episode of that series last night?
Emily: Yeah, I did. It was amazing! The plot twists were unexpected.
Alex: I know, right? I couldn’t believe what happened to the main character.
Emily: I was on the edge of my seat the whole time. I can’t wait for the next episode.
Alex: Me neither. I wonder what’s going to happen next.
Now, here are the fill-in-the-blank exercises:
Alex asked Emily if ________________ of that series the previous night. Emily replied that ________________ and added that ___________________________. Alex expressed agreement and said that _______________________________________________________. Emily commented that _____________________________. Alex remarked that ____________________________ and added that ______________________________.
Now, let’s fill in the blanks with answers:
Alex asked Emily if she had watched the new episode of that series the previous night. Emily replied that she had and added that it was amazing, and the plot twists were unexpected. Alex expressed agreement and said that she couldn’t believe what had happened to the main character. Emily commented that she was on the edge of her seat the whole time. Alex remarked that she couldn’t wait for the next episode and added that she wondered what was going to happen next. This exercise provides practice in transforming a conversation into reported speech with correct names included.
Infinity Learn offers comprehensive resources to help students practice reported speech. By utilizing our Reported Speech Worksheets for Class 10 in PDF format, students can engage in self-paced practice to enhance their skills. Students can also access NCERT Solutions for Class 10 to improve and complete their understanding of various subjects and topics
Click on the following links to download Reported Speech Worksheets for Class 10 in PDF:
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These worksheets cover various aspects of reported speech, including the transformation of direct speech into indirect speech, changes in verb tenses, pronouns, and reporting verbs. Through consistent practice with these worksheets, students can develop proficiency in using reported speech accurately and confidently.
Mastering reported speech is not merely about grammatical accuracy but also about effective communication. Through consistent practice of exercises like the ones provided above, class 10 students can develop a firm grasp of this essential aspect of English grammar, enabling them to express themselves with clarity and confidence in both spoken and written contexts.
What is reported speech for 10th class cbse.
Reported speech for 10th class CBSE typically involves learning how to convert direct speech into indirect speech, including statements, questions, and commands. Students learn the rules, changes in tenses, pronouns, and other reporting verbs.
The reported speech formula involves changing the tense, pronouns, and other elements when converting direct speech into indirect speech. The formula includes identifying the reporting verb, changing pronouns, and adjusting tenses based on the context of the reported speech.
Reported speech can be challenging for some learners, especially when understanding the changes in tense, pronouns, and other grammatical structures. However, with practice and understanding of the rules, reported speech becomes easier to comprehend and utilize effectively.
Indirect speech, also known as reported speech, involves conveying what someone else has said without quoting their exact words. Here are 10 examples: She said she was going to the store. He told me he had finished his work. They mentioned they might be late. Mary explained that she couldn't attend the party. John stated he was feeling unwell. Sarah asked if I wanted to join her for lunch. The teacher reminded us to complete our assignments. Tom mentioned he had seen a movie last night. Emily wondered if it was going to snow. James told us he was planning a trip abroad.
Reported Speech: Mary asked, What time is the meeting? Answer: I told Mary that the meeting was at 2 p.m. Reported Speech: John said, I will finish the report by tomorrow. Answer: She asked John when he would finish the report, and he replied that he would finish it by tomorrow. Reported Speech: Sarah asked, Can you help me with my homework? Answer: He replied that he could help Sarah with her homework. Reported Speech: The teacher said, Don't forget to bring your textbooks to class. Answer: We reminded each other not to forget our textbooks for class. Reported Speech: Tom said, I have been studying French for two years. Answer: Lisa asked Tom how long he had been studying French, and he replied that he had been studying it for two years.
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by Manjusha Nambiar · Published November 30, 2023 · Updated April 7, 2024
If you want to learn about reported speech before doing this worksheet, go to the reported speech study page.
1. Rahul meets Shyam at the bus stop. Shyam was absent from school yesterday.
Rahul: Why were you absent yesterday?
Shyam: I went to see my grandmother. She has been ill for a while.
Complete the sentence by reporting the question and the reply correctly.
While meeting Shyam at the bus stop, Rahul asked why he …………………………………….. to which Shyam replied that ……………………………….
Rahul asked why he had been absent the previous day to which Shyam replied that he had gone to meet his grandmother who had been ill for a while.
2. Rani is speaking to her hairdresser.
Hairdresser: Hi Rani, what can I do for you?
Rani: Well, I would like a nice short haircut for the summer.
Report the conversation by completing the sentence.
The hairdresser asked Rani ……………………………………………. Rani replied that ……………………………………………
The hairdresser asked Rani what she could do for her . Rani replied that she would like a nice short haircut for the summer.
3. Meera can’t find her kitten. He has been missing since morning. She goes to her neighbours’ house and asks them if they had seen her kitten.
Meera: Have you seen my cat? He has been missing since morning.
Neighbour: No, I haven’t but I will let you know if I find him.
Meera asked her neighbor ……………………………………………………….. who ……………………………………………. Her neighbour replied that ………………………………………………….. but she ……………………………………………………….
Meera asked her neighbour if/whether she had seen her cat who had been missing since morning . Her neighbour replied that she hadn’t seen the cat but she would let her know if she found him.
4. Mother: Ammu, did you eat your lunch?
Ammu: No. I wasn’t hungry.
Report this conversation.
Mother asked Ammu ………………………………………………….. to which Ammu replied that ………………………………………… because ………………………………………………
Mother asked Ammu if / whether she had eaten her lunch to which Ammu replied that she hadn’t because she was not hungry.
5. Rani would like to go to the movies. She asks her friend Priyanka if she would like to come with her.
Rani: I would like to watch a movie tonight. Would you like to come with me?
Priyanka: I would like to but I can’t. I have an important assignment to complete.
Rani told Priyanka that she would like to watch a movie and asked her …………………………………………………….. Priyanka replied that ……………………………………………………. because ……………………………………………………….
Rani told Priyanka that she would like to watch a movie and asked her if she would like to go with her. Priyanka replied that she would like to but she couldn’t because she had an important assignment to complete.
6. Gauri: Mummy, I can’t find my calculator.
Mother: Where did you leave it?
Gauri: I left it on the table.
Mother: Ask Ravi if he has taken it.
Gauri told her mother that ………………………………………………………. to which mother asked ………………………………………………….. Gauri replied that she ………………………………………………… and then mother told her ……………………………………………………………..
Gauri told her mother that she couldn’t find her calculator to which her mother asked where she had left it. Gauri replied that she had left it on the table and then mother told her to ask Ravi if he had taken it.
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When we use the exact words of the speaker, it is called direct speech. Indirect or Reported Speech refers to a sentence reporting what someone has said.
Basic English Grammar rules can be tricky. In this article, we’ll get you started with the basics of sentence structure, punctuation, parts of speech, and more. in this page, we have explained the Reported Speech Exercises for Class 10 .
1. When the actual words are spoken are quoted, it is called Direct Speech. 2. When we report without quoting the exact words spoken it is called Indirect Speech. Example:
Remember When the reporting verb is in the past tense, all present tenses of the direct speech are changed into the corresponding past tenses.
The past simple (did/saw/knew, etc.) can usually stay the same in reported speech or can be changed to the past perfect (had done/had seen/had known, etc.)
(a) A simple present becomes a simple past.
(b) A present continuous becomes a past continuous.
(c) A present perfect becomes a past perfect.
(d) The simple past becomes the past perfect.
If the reporting verb is in the present tense the tenses of the direct speech do not change. We may thus rewrite the given examples putting the reporting verb in the present tense.
Words expressing nearness in time or place are changed into words expressing distance.
now | then |
here | there |
this | that |
today | that |
day tomorrow | the next day |
yesterday | the day before/the previous day |
last night | the night before/the previous night |
Direct : | He said, “I am glad to be here this evening.” |
Indirect : | He said that he was glad to be there that evening. |
In reporting questions, indirect speech is introduced by verbs as ‘asked’, ‘inquired’ etc.
When the question is not introduced by an interrogative word the reporting verb is followed by ‘if’ or ‘whether’.
Reported Speech Commands And Requests Examples
Imperative mood is changed into the infinitive and verbs expressing command or request to introduce indirect speech.
Direct and Indirect Exclamatory and Wishes Example Words expressing exclamation or wish to introduce the Indirect Speech.
Change the following sentences into Indirect Speech:
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Read the piece of conversation given below and fill in the blanks.
Chiki: Have you bought a birthday gift for Pooja? Miki: Yes, but I don’t know when and how to give it. Chiki: Hello, I don’t get you. Miki: I mean, I am new to such functions. Chiki asked Miki ………(a)…………… Miki ……….(b)………… A surprised Chiki commented ………….(c)……….. Miki defended him by saying ………(d)…………….
Chiki asked Miki if he had bought a birthday gift for Pooja . Miki said Yes and added that he didn’t know when and how to give it . A surprised Chiki commented that she didn’t get him . Miki defended him by saying that he was new to such functions .
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Learn how to transform direct speech into indirect speech with 50 exercises and answers. Find out the definition, rules and examples of reported speech for Class 10 English grammar.
Formulae Handbook for Class 10 Maths and Science CBSE Class 10 English Grammar - Direct And Indirect Speech (Statements, Commands, Requests, and Questions) The words spoken by a person can be reported in two ways—Direct and Indirect. When we quote the exact words spoken by a person, we call it Direct Speech. Sohan said to […]
Reported speech is the form in which one can convey a message said by oneself or someone else, mostly in the past. It can also be said to be the third person view of what someone has said. In this form of speech, you need not use quotation marks as you are not quoting the exact words spoken by the speaker, but just conveying the message. Q2.
Reported Speech: Dialogue Writing Practice Questions CBSE Class 10 Grammar. Reporting the narration is done two ways - Direct or Indirect. The CBSE Class 10 Gramar syllabus includes this reporting in dialogue forms. After that an exercise with blanks to be filled to transform the whole conversation in indirect form.
Reported Speech is an essential linguistic tool from everyday conversations to formal writing. It is important to teach reported speech to Class 10 to give them a wider scope of the English language and vocabulary. Reported Speech is effective in conveying the thoughts and ideas of others accurately and without causing any misrepresentation.
Change No. 1. Change the reporting verb 'said 'or 'said to'into' asked' or 'inquired of'. In case of a single question, change it into 'asked' but in case of more than one question, change it into "inquired of'. Change No. 2. Use conjunction 'if' or 'whether' if the reported speech starts with a helping verb.
Reported Speech Exercises for Class 10 CBSE With Answers This grammar section explains English Grammar in a clear and simple way. There are example sentences to show how the language is used. NCERT Solutions for Class 10 English will help you to write better answers in your Class 10 exams. Because the Solutions are solved by subject matter experts.
Reported speech is used when someone says a sentence, like, "I'm going to the movie tonight". Later, we want to tell a 3rd person what the first person is doing. It works like this: We use a reporting verb i.e 'say' or 'tell'. In the present tense, just put in 'he says. Direct Speech: I like burgers.
Some tips for Reported Speech Class 10 include practicing regularly, paying attention to verb tense changes, ensuring consistency in pronoun usage, and understanding the context of reported speech. Additionally, seeking clarification from teachers or referring to supplementary study materials can aid in comprehension and application.
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Reported Speech Questions For Class 10 Question 7. Teacher : Children, let us all pledge to save trees. Children : Yes, mam, we all pledge to save our trees as the trees are the lungs of the city. Teacher : Let us start today by planting a sapling. The teacher asked all the children to pledge to save trees.
Whenever you report a speech there's a reporting verb used like "say" or "tell". For example: Direct speech: I love to play football. Reported speech: She said that she loves to play football. (Note 1 : Assume a gender if not mentioned already. Note 2: Using "that" is optional.
6. Mother said to me, 'Let me see your progress report.'. 7. The father said to his daughter, 'I am not impressed with your performance at school.'. 8. 'She said, 'I will call you as soon as I hear anything from them.'. 9. The teacher said to Rahul, 'If you come late again, I will punish you.'. 10.
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Reported Speech Worksheet 4 For Class 10 PDF. These worksheets cover various aspects of reported speech, including the transformation of direct speech into indirect speech, changes in verb tenses, pronouns, and reporting verbs. Through consistent practice with these worksheets, students can develop proficiency in using reported speech ...
Extra questions for Reported Speech - English Grammar Class 10. Worksheet questions are the type of Extra questions related to Reported Speech. These worksheet questions are designed by the experts for the preparation point of view. It is important for the students of Class 10 to go through and practice these questions.
9. The teacher said to the boys, 'If you do your best, you will definitely pass.'. 10. My father said to me, 'Don't be late and miss the train.'. 11. 'Ravi, have you finished writing?' asked the teacher. 12. 'I have something to show you.'. Sati told her friend.
Reported Speech Worksheet for Class 10 CBSE by Manjusha Nambiar · Published November 30, 2023 · Updated April 7, 2024 If you want to learn about reported speech before doing this worksheet, go to the reported speech study page.
1. When the actual words are spoken are quoted, it is called Direct Speech. 2. When we report without quoting the exact words spoken it is called Indirect Speech. Ram said, "I am very busy now." (Direct). Ram said that he was very busy then. (Indirect) Note: In the Direct Speech, inverted commas are used to show the exact words of the speaker.
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Reported Speech (Direct - Indirect) Class 10. 1. Multiple Choice. Direct Speech is.. the reporting of speech by using similar words to the speaker. the reporting of speech by rephrasing what the speaker said. the reporting of speech by repeating the exact words of the speaker. the reporting of speech at the exact time it was said.