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ANSWERS ENGL120 Grammar 4-3 - Making Requests-2

The document provides example questions and requests using modal verbs like 'can', 'could', and 'may' in different situations. It then rewrites some of the requests using 'do you mind...' or 'would you mind...' and completes sample conversations by filling in missing words.

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ANSWERS ENGL120 Grammar 4-3 - Making Requests-2

The document provides example questions and requests using modal verbs like 'can', 'could', and 'may' in different situations. It then rewrites some of the requests using 'do you mind...' or 'would you mind...' and completes sample conversations by filling in missing words.

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1.

Write questions with can, could, or may for the following situations:

You have just arrived at a pub with your three friends. You find a table with
a. only two chairs. The table beside you has only two people but three
chairs. What do you ask the people at the table?

Could / May I take a chair?


You have just gotten on a bus. You see an empty seat beside someone
b. but her bag is on the seat. You really want to sit down. What do you ask
her?

Could / May I sit here?


Could / Will / Would you move your bag?
You are at a restaurant. You would like some more water. What do you ask
c.
the waiter?

Could / May I have some more water?


Could / Will / Would you bring me some more water?
You are at a restaurant with your girlfriend or boyfriend. The food he or
d. she is eating looks quite good. You would like to try it. What do you ask
him / her?

Can / Could I try some of your food?


You are in a taxi. It is very warm inside. You try to open the window, but it
e.
is locked. What do you ask the driver?

Can / Could / May I open the window?


Could / Will / Would you unlock the window?
You have a problem. You think your friend might be able to give you
f.
advice to help you figure out what to do. What do you ask them?

Can / Could I ask you for your advice about something?


You are in a coffee shop. You want to order a tall americano. What do you
g.
ask the barista?

Could / May I have a tall americano?


You are at a bookstore looking for a new book. You have no idea what to
h. get. Maybe a staff member could recommend something. What do you ask
them?

Could / Will / Would you recommend a good book?


Your kitchen is a mess. Your roommate has been cooking all day. You
i.
want them to clean up. What do you ask?

Can / Could / Will / Would you clean up?


You didn’t go to class yesterday. You want your best friend to tell you what
j.
you missed. What do you ask him or her?

Can / Could / Will / Would you tell me what we did yesterday?


Your neighbours are playing loud music. You are trying to sleep. What do
k.
you ask them?

Could / Will / Would you turn down the music?


You are at your boss’ home for dinner. You want to use the bathroom.
l.
What do you ask them?

Could / May I use the bathroom?


2. Rewrite the requests. Write “Do you mind…” or “Would you
mind…”, as specified in parentheses:

Would you please carry this for me? (Do)


a.
Do you mind carrying this for me?

Could I borrow your pen? (Would)


b.
Would you mind if I borrowed your pen?

May I sit down? (Would)


c.
Would you mind if I sat down?

Could you come with me to the store? (Do)


d.
Do you mind coming with me to the store?

May I close the window? (Would)


e.
Would you mind if I closed the window?
Can you give me a hand? (Would)
f.
Would you mind giving me a hand?

Can I watch TV? (Do)


g.
Do you mind if I watch TV?

Would you please show me how to get to the


train station? (Would)
h.
Would you mind showing me how to get to the
train station?

Could I please get something to drink? (Would)


i.
Would you mind if I got something to drink?

May I change the music? (Do)


j.
Do you mind if I change the music?
Will you open the door for me, please? (Do)
k.
Do you mind opening the door for me, please?

Could you please repeat what you said?


l. (Would)
Would you mind repeating what you said?
3. Complete the conversations. For each blank, write the missing
word:

A: Is there anything you need, sir?


a. B: Yes, actually, there is. Do you think I could have a newspaper to read?
A: Certainly, sir. Can I get anything else for you?
A: Would you mind if I kept my shoes on, Paul?
b. B: Actually, I would. This carpet is brand new. Sorry.
A: Oh, that’s okay.
A: What’s the matter, Brenda?
B: Is it okay if I stay home tonight? I’m not feeling very well. I might be
getting sick.
c.
A: Sure. Everyone will miss you at the party, but you need to get better.
B: K. Can / Could / Will / Would you please say hello to everyone for me?
A: Of course.
A: Would you give me a hand, George?
d. B: I’d be happy to. What do you need?
A: Could you please carry these boxes to the car?
A: Do you think you could move over so that we could sit together?
e.
B: Sorry, but I think I’d prefer to stay in this seat for the movie.
A: Would it be alright if I borrowed the car for the evening?
f. B: Okay, but you have to promise to be careful with it.
A: I promise.
A: Yes, Joanne. What is your question?
B: Mr. Wilson, would you please speak louder? It’s quite difficult to hear
g.
you at the back of the classroom here.
A: Yes, I will try. Sorry about that.
A: Would it be okay if I tried the car out before making my decision? It’s a
h. lot of money.
B: A test drive? Of course. I’ll go get the keys.
4. Complete the dialogues with the words or phrases in orange:

A: Would you mind helping me cook dinner? (help me cook dinner)

B: No, not at all. What do you need me to do?


a.
A: Could you cut the vegetables? (cut the vegetables)

B: Sure. No problem.
A: Could I please have a refill on my water?

B: Of course. Can I bring anything else to the table? (bring anything else)
b.
A: No, I think we’re good. Just the water, please.

B: Certainly.
A: What are you plans for tomorrow, Dear?

B: Well, I was thinking of seeing a movie with some friends. Do you think
you could give me a ride after dinner? (give me a ride)

A: After dinner? Sure, so about 7:30 or so?


c.
B: Yes, that would be perfect. Could you pick me up when it’s finished?
(pick me up)

A: Sure. You’re lucky you have a loving father.

B: Thanks, Dad.
A: Would you mind if I borrowed your phone? (borrow your phone)

B: No, but what’s wrong with yours?


d.
A: I don’t get any reception outside of the city.

B: Wow. You ought to change providers. Here you go.


A: Roger?

B: Yes?

A: Do you think you could give me a hand with my homework? (give me a


hand)
e.
B: I’m slightly busy at the moment. Would it be okay if I helped you after
dinner? (help you)

A: That would be great. Thanks.


A: Where to?

B: Main and Broadway, please. Could you go as fast as possible? I’m in a


hurry. (go)

A: Okay. I’ll try. Shall we take Broadway or Georgia?


f.
B: Let’s take Georgia Street.

A: Sounds good. Do you mind if I listen to the news? (listen to the news)

B: No problem with me.

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