Reported Speech - Commands & Requests

Learn how to report commands, requests, orders, and advice using infinitive structures

Level: B1-B2Difficulty: medium⏱️ 12 minutes
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Question 1

Change the direct commands or requests into reported speech. Use appropriate reporting verbs (told, asked, ordered, etc.) + infinitive.

"Close the door!"

She told me

💡 Tips for Success

  • Commands use 'told/ordered + object + to + infinitive'
  • Requests use 'asked + object + to + infinitive'
  • Negative commands use 'told/asked + object + not to + infinitive'
  • Choose the reporting verb based on the tone (polite request vs. strong command)

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