Below is a presentation of how reporting verbs work in English. If you are feeling confident that you know all about this topic complete the sentence transformations below. If not scroll down for the presentation. Thanks.
Boast
Ali _____________________ the greatest.
2. 'I'm going to make you an offer you can't refuse' said the Godfather.
Threaten
The Godfather _____________________ an offer he couldn't refuse.
3. Don't underestimate Chelsea they might beat Barcelona.
Warn
He __________ the students not to underestimate BCN.
4. You guys mustn't go near him I think he's dangerous.
Warn
He ___________________ not to go near him, as he was dangerous.
5. 'Shall I compare thee[you, but an old fashioned way of saying usted in English] to a summer's day.'
Suggest
Shakespeare ____________________ the fair lady to a summer's day.
6. I know you're not sure but you definitely should go and see San Fernando's Tomb.
Persuade
He ______________________ go and see San Fernando's Tomb.
7. I'm frightened about my exam said Jose.
Admit
Jose _________________ frightened about his exam.
8. If you don't give me money I'll betray you.
Threaten
The snitch __________________ the man.
9. 'I wish I wasn't doing this on my day off.'
Complain
David ____________________ on his day off.
10. 'I am really tired now.'
Admit
He ___________________ really tired.
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