Task Four: Look at the conversation between Emma and Mike. Practise reading it.
Mike: Hi Emma!
Emma: Hiya Mike. How’s it going?
Mike: Not bad, thanks. Actually, I have something to ask you.
Emma: Sure. Go ahead.
Mike: Well, my sister had a car accident last night.
Emma: Oh, I’m sorry to hear that.
Mike: Oh, thanks. She’s OK. Just a few cuts and bruises, but her car’s wrecked.
Emma: Oh dear.
Mike: Yes, so what I want to ask is … Do you mind if I leave a bit early today?
Emma: No, not at all.
Mike: Thanks. I’d like to go round and see her. She’s still a bit shaken up. Can I go at about 4pm?
Emma: Sure. No problem at all. Tell her I hope she feels better soon.
Mike: Thanks. I’ll do that. Oh, and one more thing. I was wondering if I could change my shift next Saturday to be on Sunday instead. I’d like to go and watch the football.
Emma: Let me look at the calendar. Oh, I’m sorry, but I need you to work next Saturday. It’s a long weekend and we’ll be really busy.
Mike: Oh, that’s OK. I can go another time.
Emma: Thanks.