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English Conversation Practice - Helping out a Co-Worker
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Practice Speaking - Select a Conversation Partner
SPEAK WITH MARIA
SPEAK WITH HELEN
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Maria: Are you working tomorrow?
Helen: No. It's my day off.
Maria: I have a huge favor to ask.
Helen: What is it?
Maria: Can you fill in for me tomorrow?
Helen: Sure. What do you have to do?
Maria: My mom is having surgery. I want to take her to the hospital.
Helen: I totally understand.
Maria: Thanks. I'll fill in for you next time.
Helen: Don't worry about it. Just take care of your mom.
1. When is Helen's day off?
Today
Tomorrow
Next Monday
She has no days off
2. Why does Maria ask Helen to fill in for her?
Maria is sick
Maria has a dentist appointment
Maria has to take her mom to the hospital
Maria is having surgery
3. What does Maria offer Helen?
To fill in for Helen next time
To buy Helen lunch
To get Helen a cup of coffee
To pick up Helen's dry cleaning
4. What does Helen tell Maria?
Not to worry
You better fill in for me next time
I can't fill in for you anymore
You are irresponsible
1. Tomorrow
2. Maria has to take her mom to the hospital
3. To fill in for Helen next time
4. Not to worry