English Mastery
Direct Speech and Inverted Commas
Pupils learn to punctuate direct speech with inverted commas, a comma after the reporting words, and end punctuation inside the speech marks.
English MasteryintermediateAges 9+30 minutes
What this topic covers
- Identify direct speech as the exact words someone says.
- Wrap spoken words in inverted commas.
- Place a comma after the reporting words and end punctuation inside the speech marks.
Core concept summaries
Key IdeasDirect SpeechPunctuating Speech
Practice formats pupils may meet
NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.
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