Direct and Indirect Speech (Present tense practice)

Worksheet A1
Direct to Indirect Speech: Sentences in Present Simple Tense
1. The choir leader said, “We are not interested in playing for the illiterate audience.”
2. The sergeant said to the driver, “You always violate the red light.”
3. The postmaster said to the letter receiver, “I am near my retirement.”
4. The doctor said to me, “You are not allowed to smoke in here.”
5. My brother said, “I do not like going shopping at night.”
6. The coach said to the boys, “Do not break the order of numbers.” (ordering)
7. The ticket checker said to the passenger, “Please show me your ticket.” (requesting)
8. The passenger asked the information desk, “What is the departure time of the Business Train?” (‘Wh’ question)
9. My father asked me, “Which book do you want to buy?” (‘Wh’ question)
10. My host said, “Who is in the barn now?” (‘Wh’ question)

Direct to Indirect Speech: Sentences in Present Continuous Tense

1. The gardener said, “I am watering the plants.”
2. My uncle said, “I am not feeling good today.”
3. The director said to the actor, “We are packing shooting here tomorrow.”
4. The prime minister said to the people, “I am doing best for the country with your support.”
5. My friend said to me, “Where is this train heading today?”
6. My brother said to me, “Why are you going to the gym?”
7. My mother said, “Why is no one answering my phone call?”

Worksheet A2
Sentences in Present Perfect Tense
1. The lawyer said to the judge, “I have already presented my witnesses here.”
2. The newspaper hawker said, “The government has brought in a new law for the corrupt.”
3. Our PET said, “You have played extremely well in this match.”
4. The police officer said, “You all have passed your driving test today.”
5. Alisha said to me, “My mother has not taught me stitching but I have learnt it myself.”
6. Sameer’s grandfather said to his grandchildren, “You have 30 minutes to pack your bags for the picnic party.”
7. Sir Wajid said, “The principal has announced a scholarship for the best student of the year.”
8. The ticket checker said to the passenger, “I have not seen an ill-mannered person like you.”
9. I asked the receptionist, “Why has the doctor changed my appointment?”
10. My father said to me, “Where have you drooped the wallet?”