
REPORTED SPEECH
TURN THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES INTO REPORTED SPEECH.
1. “Did Michael try to call me yesterday?”, he said.
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2. “We don't worry if people spend too much money”, the director said.
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3. The journalist asked: “Do you think scientists will decipher the mental map?
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4. Betty asked me: “When did you arrive?” ________________________________________
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5. She told him: “Stay with me after the operation”. __________________________________
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6. The doctor said: “Don't take another pill until tomorrow.” ___________________________
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7. “Can Africa be saved?”, the journalist asked. _____________________________________
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8. “I am very sorry for what I have done”, he said. ___________________________________
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9. The doctor said to the old lady: “I will not operate on you.” __________________________
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10. She asked: “Why are chubby children portrayed as friendly and happy?” _______________
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11. He said: “We are here today to reach consensus.” __________________________________
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12. The doctor asked: “Do you ever feel this pain in your stomach after meals?” ____________
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13. BBC news reported: “The government will release all the UFO files that have been secret
over the past 50 years.” ______________________________________________________
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14. “Will hurricane Katrina be a warning for politicians?”, asked the scientist. ______________
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15. Michael asked her: “Where did you find these trainers?” ____________________________
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16. The man asked me: “How can I get to the airport?” ________________________________