1. Before you begin, look at words below. We are going to study these!
- Asking for permission: You want to sit down.
You say: May I sit here? or Can I sit here?
- Making a request: You want your teacher to speak more slowly.
You say: Could you speak more slowly? or Would you speak more slowly?
- Offering something: You think your friend wants another cookie.
You say: Would you like another cookie?
- Inviting: You want to invite your friend to see a movie this weekend.
You say: Would you like to see a movie this weekend?
2. Are these sentences correct English? Write OKAY if the English is perfect, or NO if there’s a mistake. Correct the mistakes.
1. Would you like a cup of coffee? → OKAY
2. May I use your bathroom? → OKAY
3. May I use your telephone? → OKAY
4. Would you go shopping with me tomorrow? → NO → Would you like to go shopping with me tomorrow?
5. Can you help me? → OKAY
6. Could I leave the class early? → OKAY
7. Would I have some chicken, please? → NO → Could I have some chicken, please? or Would you give me some chicken, please?
8. Would you try some chicken? → NO → Would you like to try some chicken?
3. Can you reply to these questions? Try to use friendly English.
| Type | Question | 'Yes' answer | 'No' answer |
|------------|---------------------------|--------------------------|---------------------------------|
| Permission | May I sit here? | Yes, of course! | Sorry, that seat is taken. |
| Request | Could you help me? | Sure, I’d be happy to! | I’m sorry, I can’t right now. |
| Offer | Would you like some wine? | Yes, thank you! | No, thanks. I’m fine. |
| Invitation | Would you like to see a movie? | That sounds great! Let’s go! | I’d love to, but I’m busy. Maybe next time?
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of talk and text plans math worksheet answers.
