Direct Discourse (Dialogue) Indirect Discourse
“I had a delightful time with my family and
so appreciated everyone getting along with
one another,” said Mother on the way
home.
Mother expressed her pleasure in being
with her family and seeing everyone having
an agreeable time.
Jason suggested, “Let’s move to the other
side of the pond.”
Jason calmly suggested that the family
move to another side of the pond.