English Communication 2 Unit 1

Which one is not an indirect phrase?

• Can you tell me...?

• Would you like to know...?

• I was wondering...

• Do you know...?

How do we create an indirect question from a closed question? Tick all the right answers.

• Add an indirect phrase.

• Take out 'do' from the question.

• Add a 'be' verb.

• Add 'if' or 'whether'.

Fill in the blank:

I'd like to know (a)   he is coming.

Which one is correct?

• I'd like to know who are they?

• I'd like to know who they are?

• Can you tell me who they are.

• Can you tell me who they are?

Which word describes this person?

• Honest.

• Generous.

• Cheerful.

• Brave.

How would you describe this person?

• Selfish.

• Generous.

• Reliable.

• Nervous.

A sociable person... (check all that apply).

• likes being around people.

• spends a lot of time at home.

• probably has a lot of friends.

• is good at cooking.

Which word describes this person: relaxed, friendly, doesn't take things too seriously.

• Easygoing.

• Helpful.

• Intelligent.

• Brave.

Who might you use an indirect question with? Check all that apply.

• A stranger.

• Your boss.

• Your friend.

• Your pet dog.

A: Do you live with your family?

B: No, I (a)   . (not with anybody).