Monday, May 2, 2016

reporting verbs



Instructions: rewrite the sentences as comments with the correct form.

 

Example: 

1.      Antonio reminded Lucia to buy milk.  

1.        “Don’t forget to buy milk!” said Antonio to Lucia. (remind, using infinitive)
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2.        “You shouldn’t go into the water” said the coast guard. (advise against)
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3.        “I’ll go to France on holiday” said John. (decide, using infinitive)
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4.        “I think you should go to the dentist” Julie said to Tom. (advise, using infinitive)
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5.        “Watch out for the weak bridge” he said. (warn, using ‘about’)
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6.        “You should apply for the job” said Jack to Stella. (encourage)
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