B) 8.6.11.1 Find examples of direct speech in the text. Which reporting
verbs are used with these sentences.
Now report the sentences.​

The first of January - New year. The usual traditional salads prepared is olivier, smothered herring, and traditionally, drinking champagne.
In the beginning of March is celebrated Maslenitsa festival, which lasts all week and baked pancakes.
In early May, Easter. At Easter people bake cakes and paint eggs.
1 января - Новый год. Обычные традиционные салаты, которые готовят- это оливье, селедка под шубой и традиционно пьют шампанское.
В начале Марта празднуется масленица, которая длится всю неделю и на нее пекут блины.
В начале Мая Пасха. На пасху пекут куличи и красят яйца.

Hello, Jake. Thanks for your letter! As soon as I have received it I start writing to you. For special occasions we usually cook meat with potato, different salads, a big cake.  We entertain people in our family very often. We like guests. We normally celebrate our family holidays at home. Because it is more convenient.  I think family must celebrate all holidays at home. I am very glad to hear good news about your brother. Does he play tennis so well? Will he take part in other competitions? Does he want to be a tennis player or it is only a hobby?   Sorry. I have to go. I must help my mother.   Best regards, ……………...