PSLE Synthesis | 3 Tricky Reported Speech Question Types

Today, we will be talking about one of the most daunting but exciting components in the English paper — Synthesis!

Do you know that reported speech is one of the most popular synthesis question types tested in PSLE English? In this video, we are going to be breaking down 3 tricky reported speech questions that may cause students to scratch their heads in confusion. So get ready your paper and pen, and start taking down some tips!


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There we have it! These are 3 types of tricky reported speech questions that may cause you to lose marks if you are not careful enough. Revise them well if you do not want to get tricked!


 

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Course Features:

1. 30 over bite-sized video lessons!

2. Unique strategies to tackle a wide range of synthesis question types

3. Categorisation of question types to help pupils better remember common strategies to be applied

4. Targeted at all pupils who are preparing to be PSLE ready (Or just anyone who wishes to be more skilful in manipulating sentences!)

5. Workbook

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