In order to make this clear, writers use direct speech: Direct speech is any word spoken by a character. It can be used to help develop the characters and plot Punctuation is used in direct speech ...

Direction (1 – 27): In the following Twenty seven questions, a sentence has been given Indirect/Direct Speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the ...

Students explore the use of direct speech in their own creative writing. This clip is suitable for teaching English at Key Stage 3 or Third Level.