- Underline the speech and circle the reporting clause in each sentence below.
1. Marge said, “I live in the centre of the city.” → Circle: Marge said; Underline: I live in the centre of the city.
2. “What time is it?” the boy asked. → Circle: the boy asked; Underline: What time is it?
3. Sam shouted, “He’s behind you!” → Circle: Sam shouted; Underline: He’s behind you!
4. “My favourite animal is a dog,” Charlie answered. → Circle: Charlie answered; Underline: My favourite animal is a dog
5. Dad said, “I start work at nine o’clock.” → Circle: Dad said; Underline: I start work at nine o’clock.
- Identify the type of speech (direct or indirect) in each of the sentences below.
1. “I don’t want to go home,” Amal said. → direct
2. Paula said she wanted a cheese sandwich. → indirect
3. The boy shouted, “Where are you?” → direct
4. “It’s really quiet in here,” whispered Joel. → direct
5. The police officer asked the crowd to leave. → indirect
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of worksheet for speech.
