Imperative Sentence in Indirect Speech
Imperative Sentence in Indirect Speech means reporting a command, request, advice, or order given by someone. 1. Basic Rule When changing direct speech → indirect speech for an imperative sentence: Structure Direct: Subject + said to + object, "Imperative sentence." Indirect: Subject + told / asked / advised / requested + object + to + verb --- 2. Types with Examples 1. Command / Order Use told / ordered / commanded Direct: He said to me, “Open the door.” Indirect: He told me to open the door. Direct: The teacher said to the students, “Stand up.” Indirect: The teacher told the students to stand up. --- 2. Request Use requested / begged / asked Direct: She said to me, “Please help me.” Indirect: She requested me to help her. Direct: He said, “Please give me some water.” Indirect: He requested to give him some water. --- 3. Advice / Suggestion Use advised / suggested Direct: The doctor said to him, “Take rest.” Indirect: The doctor advised him to take rest. --- 4. Negative Imp...