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We use indirect questions when we ask for information politely. They are introduced
with expression such as:
Do you know…? ; Can/could you please tell me/let me know…? ; Have you any
idea…? ; Would you mind…? ; I’d like to know/ find out….; I’d be interested to
know/find out …
A) The order of indirect questions is the same as statements (subject + verb). When the
indirect question starts with «I’d like to know/find out…» the question mark is omitted.
Indirect question: Do you know/ could you please tell me where the train station
(subject) is (verb)?
Indirect question: I’d like to know when the next train (subject) to Tokyo is (verb).
B) The auxiliary verbs do/does/ did are not used, and the present, past tense is used in
the main verb:
C) When questions begin with the verb, we must use: If/ whether
B) Now use the same structure to build sentences. Use up to 3 words to complete the second
sentence:
1 Did the volunteers complete the appointed tasks?
Could you please tell me if__________________________________ the appointed tasks?
2 How far is the station?
Would you mind telling me how far ________________________________________?
3 How often do they come here?
Would you mind __________________________________how often they come here?
4 What do I have to do?
Can you tell me _______________________________________________ to do?
5 Where are my books?
I’d like to know where _____________________________________________.
6 Did they arrive in time?
I’ m interested in finding out ______________________________________ in time.
7 What are we supposed to do when they get to the airport?
Could you please inform us ___________________________ to do when they get to the
airport?
8 What is the way to the theatre, please?
Could you tell me _________________________________________to the theatre is?
1. Can you tell me what time you are coming to the party?
___________________________________________________________________