Reported Speech - Modal Verbs

Learn how to report modal verbs in reported speech with 20 exercises covering transformations like can→could, must→had to

Level: B2Difficulty: medium⏱️ 15 minutes
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Question 1

Change the direct speech with modal verbs into reported speech. Use the reporting verb provided.

"I can swim very well."

She said

💡 Tips for Success

  • can → could, will → would, must → had to, may → might
  • Some modals don't change: should, could, might, ought to
  • Questions with modals: 'Can you...?' → 'if/whether he could...'

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