Topic: Direct & Indirect Speech

Indirect (Reported) Speech

Category: English Grammar Topic: Direct & Indirect Speech

A look at backshifting and other aspects of indirect speech

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Topic: Direct & Indirect Speech

Indirect (Reported) Speech