Objectives & Sequence: This lesson is intended to be used as a review of Grammar - Reported Speech #2.
Exercise
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Transcript
Jim, is there any way you could open the window for me? It's pretty hot in here.
Jim: Actually, this window doesn't open, but I can turn on the air conditioner.
Person 1: So Emily, what are you doing this weekend?
Emily: Actually, I don't have any plans. You?
Person 1: Well, I was thinking about seeing a movie. Would you like to join me?
Emily: Yeah, that'd be fun. I'll call you tomorrow.
Person 2: Jack!
Jack: What?
Person 2: Stop singing. I can't focus.
Jack: Well then, can we turn on some music?
Person 2: Okay.
Person 3: Sean, what's the advantage of a space elevator over spaceships?
Sean: A space elevator would be much cheaper.
Person 3: Why would it be cheaper?
Sean: Because fuel for spaceships is really expensive.
Person 4: Dad, have you made your decision yet?
Dad: Decision? What decision?
Person 4: About my birthday present. Can I please have a car? I really, really want one.
Dad: Oh, that decision. I'm not sure, Emily.
Security: What do you have in this bottle, sir?
Person 5: That's just shampoo.
Security: You'll have to throw it away. Liquids are not allowed on the plane.
Person 5: But...
Security: Throw it away, sir.
Person 5: Fine.