Practice Activity
Choose the appropriate phrase to complete the sentences
1. ________ you mind helping me with this report?
2. ________ it be possible to switch seats with you?
3. ________ you pass me the pepper, please?
4. I'm afraid I ________ attend the meeting tomorrow.
Answers
1. Would you mind helping me with this report? (polite request)
2. Would it be possible to switch seats with you? (formal request)
3. Could you pass me the pepper, please? (polite request)
4. I'm afraid I can’t attend the meeting tomorrow. (negative response)