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From the options A, B, and C,
choose the form that best fits the function state, to complete the
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| Kelvin |
Hello, may I speak to Alan, please ? |
| Alan |
Alan speaking. |
| Kelvin |
Oh ! Alan. I'm ringing to inform you
about the football match we've arranged to go to this afternoon.
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( to express regret ). |
| Alan |
That's all right, but why the sudden
change in plans ? |
| Kelvin |
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( to explain ) |
| Alan |
I am sorry to hear that. ______3______
( to reassure ) |
| Kelvin |
Thanks. I'll contact you sometime later.
My parents are going to the hospital now. I have to go along. |
| Alan |
All right. See you later. |
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To
express regret |
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We have to make sure of the time. |
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B |
I'm afraid I can't make it.
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C |
I would like to attend it after all. |
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D |
I will be able to go with you. |
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To
explain |
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A |
My grandfather took a turn for the worse.
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B |
Did you know that my grandfather is ill. |
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C |
Let's make it tomorrow instead. |
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D |
I'm awfully sorry, Alan. |
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To
reassure |
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A |
We'll miss you at the match. |
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B |
I'm sure he'll be better soon.
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C |
Phone me later if you can. |
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D |
Old people are so frail. |
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