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2. The hero of the story on the previous page had, or thought he had, several problems. What did he say? Choose from the verbs to start your sentences: ADMIT ANNOUNCE DOUBT COMPLAIN EXPLAIN Example: He admitted (that) he hadn't called or visited his mum for her birthday. 3. Other verbs that can be used to introduce a reported statement. Put each of the following statements into reported speech, using the verbs given followed by that-clauses. That is optional most of the times though. Use each verb once only. say inform estimate ask boast confirm doubt regret a. My wife is a great dancer! b. Wow, this manor has at least 30 rooms! c. The train did leave at 6. d. I'm so sorry I never got to see that movie... e. We're leaving at 3, please be ready. f. Do you think you'll be there in time for the ceremony? g. Maybe moving out was not such a good idea. h. My name is Ethel.​