170. Reported Speech – Revision
Fill the gaps using Reported speech. Do not use short forms of verbs.
1. I asked him to help me but he said he (be) busy.
2. At yesterday’s meeting the teacher told us that the new gym (build) by the end of the year.
3. The doctor asked him if he (drink) a lot.
4. I tried to help them organise their wedding reception but the bride said that my ideas (be) useless.
5. I saw the weather wasn’t good for windsurfing so I asked James what he (do).
6. Karen saw me at the crime scene but she promised she (not tell) anyone.
7. Lily’s parents wanted to know where she (be) since she suddenly disappeared.
8. I told my mother we (need) financial help. I think she’ll consider selling the yacht.
9. My new flatmate enquired how long I (live) in New York.
10. I asked Kate to read my last book. She said she never (read) a better one before.
