Direct Speech
Read each sentence and identify the words that are spoken by the character in
direct speech. Rewrite the sentences using quotation marks to indicate the
direct speech.
1. Mary said, "I love playing the piano."
"I love playing the piano."
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2. Tom shouted, "Watch out for the car!"
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3. The teacher asked, "Did you complete your homework?"
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4. Sarah whispered, "I can't believe what just happened."
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5. The coach yelled, "Give it your all, team!"
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6. James exclaimed, "I won first place in the competition!"
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7. Emily asked, "What time is our meeting?"
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8. The principal announced, "The school will be closed tomorrow."
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9. Alex said, "I saw a shooting star last night."
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10. The doctor advised, "Take this medicine three times a day."
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