Embedded questions (also called indirect questions) are questions placed inside a statement or another question. They use statement word order and sound more polite and formal than direct questions. Mastering them is essential for professional communication.
Practice
I don't know what time ___.
Can you tell me where?
Put the words in the correct order (embedded question):
Direct: "Who is calling?" → Embedded: "Could you find out ___?"
I have no idea how muchfor the tickets.
Put the words in the correct order (embedded question):
She wants to know ___ the package will arrive.
I'm curious about whythe job offer.
Put the words in the correct order (embedded question):
Put the words in the correct order (embedded question):
What time is the meeting? → Can you tell me?
Why did they leave early? → I wonder.
Does he like sushi? → Do you know?
Where is my phone? → I don't know.
When will the movie start? → I don't know.
How much does it cost? → Could you tell me?
Is the store open? → Do you know?
Where can I find a taxi? → Could you tell me?
Could you tell me where _____?
I wonder _____ he has finished the report yet.
Do you know what time _____?
Can you tell me _____ the meeting was canceled?
Which sentence is correct?
Which sentence is correct?
"I'm not sure what _____ about."
Choose the correct sentence.
Choose the correct sentence.