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Direct and Indirect Speech — Chapter Summary

ICSE · Class 7 · English Language-Grammar

Summary of Direct and Indirect Speech for ICSE Class 7 English Language-Grammar. Part of the ICSE Class 7 English Language-Grammar syllabus.

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Overview

Direct speech reproduces the exact words used by a speaker, while indirect speech conveys the meaning in the reporter's own words. Direct speech is placed within inverted commas, and the speech inside the commas is called reported speech. The verb that introduces it is the reporting verb. Indirect s

Key Concepts

Direct speech reproduces the exact words

Direct speech reproduces the exact words used by a speaker. The whole speech is written within inverted commas.

Indirect speech conveys the meaning

Indirect speech conveys the meaning of a speech in the reporter's own words. No inverted commas are used.

The quoted words within inverted commas

The quoted words within inverted commas that follow the reporting verb are called reported speech.

The verb that introduces the reported

The verb that introduces the reported speech is called the reporting verb.

Statements are usually joined by

Statements are usually joined by that in indirect speech. Said may change to told when followed by an object, and told is never followed by to.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the difference between direct speech, indirect speech, reported speech, and reporting verb.
  • Learn how statements change from direct to indirect speech.
  • Apply tense changes correctly when the reporting verb is in the past.
  • Recognize exceptions where tense does not change.
  • Change pronouns, possessive adjectives, and time-place expressions correctly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Direct and Indirect Speech for ICSE Class 7 English Language-Grammar?
Key topics in Direct and Indirect Speech include Core Ideas, Changes in Statements, Tense Changes and Exceptions, Pronouns and Time-Place Words. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 7 exams.
How should I revise Direct and Indirect Speech for Class 7 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 106 practice questions on Direct and Indirect Speech. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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