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EXERCISES - NOUN CLAUSES

C) Put the following sentences into Reported Speech. Pay attention to using the words / phrases in
the parenthesis if given.

1. Some scientists claimed, “The reason why the days are getting longer compared to billions of years ago lies in the
relationship between the Moon and our oceans.”

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2. The professor told us, “The cosmological principle states that the universe should appear basically the same
everywhere, regardless of your position or direction.”

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3. The authorities: “Poachers are stealing trees from woods at night in many nations, and 100 pine trees were stolen
from one forest near Berlin last winter.” (said)
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4. The reporter: Has the population of otters, protected since the early 20 century, improved significantly? (asked)
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5. The undergraduate student: “Why do you lack genetic information for most of the planet now, despite huge efforts to
solve the mysteries of the human genome?” (wondered)
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6. An education expert: Success is possible if all educational materials are child-sized, appeal to all senses, and
encourage creativity and problem-solving. (claimed)
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7. “Which simple interventions can help save lives from venomous snake bites that kill thousands worldwide?” a farm
worker asked. (wanted to learn)
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8. “NASA will not return to the Moon with the Artemis programme next year for new studies on the potential for life on
the Moon,” said an authority. (deny)
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D) Rewrite the following sentences applying the instructions in the parenthesis.
1. According to a recent survey, around six in ten US parents worry about how they can meet the developmental
milestones of their babies. (reduce the noun clause)
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2. Scientists discussed whether they should apply high heat to certain foods to get conclusive outcomes from the
research. (reduce the noun clause)
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