Read and listen to the situation below. You have 10 seconds to prepare (20 in PTE Core), then 40 seconds to say what you would say. Answer as fully as you can.
You agreed to look after your neighbour's cat this weekend, but you must suddenly travel home for a family emergency on Sunday morning. You need to explain the situation to your neighbour and propose a solution. What would you say to your neighbour?
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Read and listen to the situation below. You have 10 seconds to prepare (20 in PTE Core), then 40 seconds to say what you would say. Answer as fully as you can.
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Your classmate asks you to pet sit her energetic puppy at your student flat for four days next week. However, your tenancy agreement forbids animals, and you have revision classes. You need to decline her request politely. What would you say to your classmate?
You discover that a resident on your university hall floor is keeping a large dog in their bedroom, causing constant barking and mess. You are meeting the accommodation manager to report the disturbance and ask for action. What would you say to the accommodation manager?
You are pet sitting an older rescue cat for a friend who is currently on holiday. The cat has refused to eat for two days and seems unusually lethargic. You call your friend to explain the issue and ask about veterinary care. What would you say to your friend?
Your tutor requires an essay submission on Friday, but your guide dog had emergency surgery yesterday and requires continuous post-operative monitoring at home. You need to explain the circumstance to your tutor and request a short extension. What would you say to your tutor?
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