- What is an example of an indirect speech?
- Is direct speech formal or informal?
- What are the 4 types of reported speech?
What is an example of an indirect speech?
Indirect speech is speech which tells you what someone said, but does not use the person's actual words: for example, 'They said you didn't like it', 'I asked her what her plans were', and ' Citizens complained about the smoke'.
Is direct speech formal or informal?
Answer- Direct speech is used in creative writing, story writing, narration, informal communication, etc. In some instances, it is used in formal writing too.
What are the 4 types of reported speech?
The reported speech can be Assertive/Declarative, Imperative, Interrogative, and Exclamatory.