Friday, 20 May 2011

Indirect questions

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Read below on how to make indirect questions

1.  Statements:                                                         

     Jeff, Tony is having a party.

     Indirect  Requests introduced by that

    Could you tell Jeff (that) Tony is having a party

   
2. Imperatives:

   Jeff, don't be late.

    Indirect Requests Using Infinitives

    Can you tell Jeff NOT to be late.

3. Yes/No questions:

    Sofia, are you free on Friday?
    Sofia, do you have my number?

    Indirect Request introduced by IF or WHETHER.
   
    Can you ask Sofia IF she is free on Friday?
    Can you ask Sofia Whether or or nshe has my phone number?

4.  Wh-questions:

    Jeff, when does the party start? 
    Sofia, what time should I pick you up?

     Indirect Request introduced by a question word
    Could you ask Jeff when the party starts?
    Can you ask Sofia what I should pick him up?

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