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they rushed back to the Reform Club, where astonished members awaited their
arrival. Phileas Fogg won the wager, completing his ______ journey around the

world in precisely eighty days.

The ______ atmosphere and camaraderie among the travellers made the expedition

even more enjoyable.

Mastering Grammar

Direct and Indirect Speech
In direct speech, we quote the exact words of the speaker.

In indirect speech, we change the words without changing the meaning of what the
speaker said. .

For example: Direct speech: “I will travel around the world in eighty days,” said
Phileas Fogg.

Indirect speech: Phileas Fogg said that he would travel around the world in eighty

days.

I. Read the following sentences and identify them as Direct Speech or
Indirect Speech.

1. The teacher took the notebooks and said she would return them the next day.

2. The winner of the race shouted that he had made it to the finishing line.

3. Mohit called out, “Do you bring your diary in the evening”?
4. ”I was aware of all the opportunities when I joined your company,” said the
manager.

4. The customer asks the shopkeeper to quote a reasonable price.

J. Convert the following sentences into indirect speech.

1. “We encountered a perilous situation with a rebellion brewing,” Passepartout
said.

2. “I have never experienced such captivating escapades,” Aouda exclaimed!
3. “We are racing against time to complete the journey,” Phileas Fogg said to his
companions.

4. “I can handle the challenges with composure,” Phileas Fogg assured Aouda.

5. “We enriched our lives with unforgettable experiences and lifelong friendships,”
said Phileas Fogg.

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