Vocabulary
What does "prior commitment" mean?
Something you already agreed to do before a new invitation came up
"I made a terrible __________ when I forgot my homework."
hint: error
mistake
What is an "inference" in reading?
A conclusion you reach based on details in the text and your own knowledge
When declining an invitation politely, what should you ALWAYS do?
Apologize/say you're sorry and give a brief reason
Define "perspective" in your own words.
A particular way of thinking about or viewing something
In the sentence "Can you lend me your textbook?", what does "lend" mean?
To give someone something temporarily
If a story says a character "felt embarrassed," what inference could you make?
The character did something wrong or felt ashamed about their actions
Which greeting is MOST appropriate when writing an apology to a friend?
Hey [Name]!" or "Hi [Name]!" (casual and friendly, not formal)
What is a "remote worker"?
An employee who does their job from a location outside a traditional office (like from home)
Which word correctly completes this sentence? "The teacher gave me useful __________ on how to improve my essay."
hint: tip
advice
In a passage about a person who didn't call their friend, and the friend was upset, what could you infer?
Communication is important to the friend; the person should have contacted them sooner
What are three things you should include when apologizing for missing an event?
A sincere apology, explanation of what happened, and a suggestion to make it up to them
Explain what "cross-cultural" means.
Something that involves or represents different cultures
What word fills this blank? "Moving to a new country was a __________ because I had to choose between stayi ng close to my family or getting a new job."
hint: difficult decision
tough choice
What's the difference between "lend" and "borrow"?
Lend = to give something to someone temporarily | Borrow = to take something from someone temporarily
Complete this sentence properly: "I'm really sorry I couldn't make it because I had a __________ and promised I would be there"
prior commitment
What does "decline an invitation" mean?
To politely say no to an invitation
Complete: "She made a __________ that we meet on Tuesday instead of Monday."
suggestion
When making an excuse, what makes it SOUND more polite and sincere?
Admitting you should have handled it differently / Using phrases like "I should have" or "I apologize"