Page 2: Special Cases in Reported Speech
This page covers more complex aspects of reported speech, including modal verbs, questions, and commands. It demonstrates how different types of sentences require specific transformation approaches.
Definition: Modal verbs undergo specific changes in reported speech, with 'can' typically changing to 'could'.
Example: Direct: "Can you get my coat?" → Indirect: Emily asked Dan to get her coat for her.
Highlight: Questions in reported speech are transformed differently based on whether they are:
- Wh-questions (maintaining the question word)
- Yes/No questions (using 'if' or 'whether')
Vocabulary: Commands in reported speech typically use the infinitive structure (to + verb) or 'not to' for negative commands.
