The document summarizes reported statements from famous people about their personal lives and reviews of the movie Spider-Man 2. It provides examples of changing direct quotes to reported speech and reviews of the movie to reported statements using was/wasn't and were/weren't. The full document is then provided for reference.

1. 1. Read what the famous people say. Complete the reported speech for each person. Use
verbs such as: say, mention, state, announce, explain, …
“ I love women.” Orlando Bloom
“ The only thing I really care about is what a
wonderful life I have with Vanesa and our
children. ” Johnny Depp
“ Harry Potter feels like a whole other part of my
life .” Alan Rickman
“ I’m not going to divorce Angelina.”
Brad Pitt
“ I really want to adopt an African baby.”
Madonna
“ I do yoga every day. I also go to the
gym.” Jennifer Aniston
“ My wife is a perfect companion. She’s
beautiful outside and inside.” Tom Cruise
2. Read these reviews of Spider-Man 2. Complete the reports of the reviews below with was/
wasn’t or were/ weren’t.
It’s really cool. Tobey Maguire is fantastic. MOVIE REVIEWS
It’s brilliant. There are some really good scenes.
Smash Hits Review
The special effects are great. It’s a top-class movie.
HOLLYWOOD HITS
It’s OK. It isn’t as good as Spider-Man. Film Buff
There aren’t many jokes in this film. FILM FANZINE
Example: Smash Hits Review said it was brilliant. There were some really good scenes.