Question

Choose the correct options to complete the rules.

RULES 1. We use indirect speech (reported speech) to report the meaning of what is / was said. We put indirect speech in a noun clause beginning with that / this. 2. After a reporting verb in the past simple, we usually change present modals to past modals, and present tenses to past tenses / future tenses.

Answer 1

1. We use indirect speech (reported speech) to report the meaning of what was said. We put indirect speech in a noun clause beginning with that.

2. After a reporting verb in the past simple, we usually change present modals to past modals, and present tenses to past tenses.