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Sidharth : I’m sorry to trouble you, but I need the palace veterinary
doctor to attend to this swan.
King : Your request is granted.
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note: Some patterns for requests are:
Can you .....................please?
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Could you .....................please?
I’d be grateful to you ........ if you ........
please do me a favour.
May I know .............................?
Task 1. Think of appropriate requests in these situations.
1. You’ve missed the last bus to your house.
(request a friend)
2. You’re bored watching TV.
(request your mother)
3. Your scooter won’t start.
(request the mechanic)
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