Granting Requests

Granting Request

In the dialogue between Ayu and Palupi you find the following expressions:

Ayu     : Will you tell me about it?

Palupi  : Sure,
I will.

Ayu      : Let’s try to make lepat sometimes.

Palupi  : OK.

Sure, I will and OK are expressions to grant a request.

Here are other expressions that you can use:

•  Alright.
• Certainly.
• Right away.
• Of course.

Complete the dialogue below with appropriate word!

1.       Ayu : Ratu, will you accompany me to Palupi’s house?

Ratu :….. But, what are you going to do there?

Ayu : I want to ask her about a thanksgiving festival in her hometown.

Ratu : Hey, look it’s very dark out side. I think it’s going to rain. Get the

umbrella, please.

Ayu : …. Oh, do you want to wear rubber sandals?

Ratu : Yes, that would be great. Could you get them for me too?

Ayu : …..

Ratu : Thanks.

2.       Randi : Yola, help me find Dad’s encyclopedia.

Yola : ….. What do you want it for?

Randi : I want to find some information on some national celebrations.

Yola : Hey look it’s on the top shelf. I don’t think we can reach it. Quickly,

get a chair.

Randi : ….