A2.1.3 Conversations

Conversations (binary/octet-stream)

Conversation 1

George: Hi Susan, I need a favor. Would you help me cooking lunch today? Susan: Sure, George. What would you like for lunch? George: Will you help me making some lasagna? Susan: Of course. Let’s cook lasagna. Which type of sauce would you like? George: I would like a four-cheese sauce, please. Susan: Sure. George: Thanks Susan. That really helps me out. Susan: No problem.

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Conversation 2

Alex: Hi Nallely, could you please help me with this school project? Nallely: Of course. What is the problem? Alex: I can’t find relevant information about this scientist. Would you help me with that? Nallely: No problem. Alex: Thank you so much.

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Conversation 3

Employee: Good morning, Mr. García. Could I ask you something? Boss: Certainly, what do you need? Employee: May I arrive at 11 tomorrow morning? Boss: I’m afraid that’s not possible. You already know about the meeting tomorrow. Employee: Yes, I know, but I have to go to the doctor. Boss: Sorry, but I'd rather you not do that. We really need you at the meeting. Employee: I know. I'll get a different appointment. Boss: Thanks, I appreciate it.

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Conversation 4

William: Hey. Can I watch a movie? William’s sister: Sorry, but I can't do that. William: Why not? William’s sister: Because I'm watching my favorite soap opera now. William: But I'm going to miss that movie! William’s sister: Sorry. You can watch it online. William: Will you please watch your soap opera online? It's a rerun.  

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Reference

Adapted from: https://www.thoughtco.com/asking-a-favor-in-english-4164581   Designed by: L.E.L.I. Claudia Lorena Galindo López / M.T.E. Ana Celia Peñafiel Velázquez. Date: September, 2021.