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 A teacher (echoing).
 Yes, I teach English (light, airy).

 Oh I was never very good at English (contrasting with the

following). I was always fond of maths (definite but light, airy).
 Hey, watch out! (warning).

 What's the matter? (involved).

 You're spilling your coffee over me (irritated).

 Oh, I'm so sorry (apologizing). Do forgive me (polite,
emphatic).

Exercise V. Read the following dialogues. Get them
recorded.

A – Good morning, Mike.

 Good morning!

 What's the matter?

 Well, I don't feel very well actually.
 I've got a terrible headache. Would you mind very much

driving me home?

 Would I mind? Of course not. You live in Hampstead, don't
you?

 Yes

 Well don't worry. You'll soon be home.
B. – Hello! Is that Bill?

 Yes.

 This is Helen.

 Who?
 Helen. How are you?

 Fine

 You know, I met Christopher yesterday.

 Who?
 Christopher.

 Really? Has he come back yet?

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