Reporting verbs gapfill exercise

1.       "It was your fault."

The cyclist blamed the bus driver for  causing the accident.

2.       "You caused it."

The cyclist accused the bus driver of  causing the accident.

3.       "It's a really good idea. You'll meet lots of people."

New students are always encouraged to join social clubs when they first go to university.

4.       "It's not true."

The politician denied having an affair with his research assistant – they were just working late.

5.       "Why don't we go to Italy?"

I suggested going to Italy for our holidays, but everyone else wanted to go to Portugal.

6.       "Well done!"

Students generally congratulate each other on  passing their exams.

7.       "We're getting engaged."

Christine and Harry announced at the party that they were getting engaged.

8.       "You should see a solicitor."

The landlord of my neighbour's flat wanted to double the rent, so I advised her to see a solicitor.

9.       "You won't see him alive again."

The kidnapper threatened to kill their son if they informed the police.

10.   "OK."

The union agreed to call off the strike if safety measures were introduced.