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2) Susan: “How could Peter fire you? Were you slacking off?”
Bobs reply:
a) “No. I was working very hard!”
b) “No. I talked on the phone to friends all day.”
c) “Yes. I was working very hard!”

3) Ted: “It’s getting late. I'd better start hitting the books.”
Bobs reply:
a) “Yes, that’s a good idea. Spend some time studying.”
b) “Hit the books? Why don’t you read them instead?”
c) “Why don’t you study instead?”
4) Peter: “I don’t give a hoot how long you’ve been working here.’ 2
Bobs reply:
a) “I wouldn’t give you a hoot either.”
b) “I guess our years together aren’t important to you.”
c) “Yes, it was a long time.”

5) Bob: “Susan, the truth is that I couldn’t stand Peter.”
Susan’ reply:
a) “I know. Peter really liked you too.”
b) “I liked him too. He was a nice guy.”
c) “I didn’t like him either. He was a jerk.”

6) Susan: “Nicole, do you ever cut class?”
Nicole s reply:
a) “No. I’ve never missed a single class.”
b) “Yes. I had to leave my math class early yesterday.”
c) “No. Sometimes I go to the mall during class time.”

7) Bob: “This book on computers is way over my head.”
Susans reply:
a) “Over your head? It should be in front of your face!”
b) “Why don’t you start with an easier book?”
c) “Here, try this book. It’s more difficult.”
8) Nicole: “I’ve got my heart set on going to the school picnic.”
Susan 5 reply:
a) “Okay. You should definitely go.”
b) “Really? Why don’t you want to go?”
c) “I understand. Picnics can be boring.”

ANSWERS TO LESSON 3, p. 160

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