2
Swapping a Work Shift
You work part-time at a café and have been called for a specialist hospital consultation next Tuesday afternoon. You are scheduled to work the closing shift then. What would you say to your colleague to ask for a shift swap?
1
Rearranging a Tutorial Time
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You have an urgent dental appointment on Thursday morning to fix a broken tooth. This clashes with your weekly chemistry tutorial with your tutor. You need to reschedule the meeting. What would you say to your tutor?
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3
Missing a Group Presentation
You need to undergo a minor surgical procedure on Friday morning, meaning you cannot attend a scheduled group presentation with your classmates. You need to let your project partner know and offer a solution. What would you say to your classmate?
4
Requesting Time Off Work
You need to attend an annual diabetic eye screening at the clinic on Wednesday at two in the afternoon. The appointment will take about two hours including travel. What would you say to your manager to request the time off?
5
Cancelling a Study Session
You promised to help a friend study for a biology exam on Monday evening, but you must attend an emergency orthodontic appointment after your brace wire snapped. What would you say to your friend?
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