Conversion from Direct to Indirect Speech

Of course! Let’s break it down. 😊

When we change direct speech (someone’s exact words) to indirect speech (reporting what they said), we often:

1. Change the pronouns.
2. Move the verb one step back in time (like from am to was).
3. Adjust words about time, like now to then.

Let’s rewrite your example:
Direct Speech: She said, "I am going to the market now."
Indirect Speech: She said that she was going to the market then.

Here’s why:

• "I" becomes "she" because we’re talking about her.
• "am going" becomes "was going" because it’s past tense now.
• "now" becomes "then" because the time has changed.

Thank you and let me know if you have other questions!