Direct/Indirect Speech Type Identification:

Question 1

The young boy asked his father if his class is going to make a bottle rocket at school next week.

A. Direct speech
B. Indirect speech
C. None of the above

Answer 1

B. Indirect speech

Question 2

My boss tells me that his dog doesn’t let him get any work done when he is at home.

A. Direct speech
B. Indirect speech
C. None of the above

Answer 2

B. Indirect speech

Question 3

The grumpy teenager on the subway exclaimed, “Leave me alone and stop looking at me!”

A. Direct speech
B. Indirect speech
C. None of the above

Answer 3

A. Direct speech

Question 4

Grandpa told us that he was taking it pretty well.

A. Direct speech
B. Indirect speech
C. None of the above

Answer 4

B. Indirect speech