Question

We do not always use complete sentences and answers when we are talking. Very often a short reply is enough. However, how to choose the right one? Complete these dialogues with an appropriate expression: Hi, Tom. How are you? Do you think you'll do well in tomorrow's test? It's been nice seeing you again. Let's get together again soon. Do you mind if I open the window? I didn't do too well in the end of semester exams. Have you ever heard of the Darwin Awards? ответы Sure, touch wood. Couldn't be better. The name doesn't ring any bells. I'd rather you didn't. Hold on. Oh, that's too bad. You're welcome. Thanks. Make yourself at home. Sure.

Answer 1

When choosing the right expression for a short reply in a conversation, it's important to consider the context and the tone of the conversation. Here are the appropriate expressions to complete the dialogues:

1. Hi, Tom. How are you? - Response: Couldn't be better.

2. Do you think you'll do well in tomorrow's test? - Response: Sure, touch wood.

3. It's been nice seeing you again. Let's get together again soon. - Response: Thanks. You're welcome.

4. Do you mind if I open the window? - Response: I'd rather you didn't. Hold on.

5. I didn't do too well in the end of semester exams. - Response: Oh, that's too bad.

6. Have you ever heard of the Darwin Awards? - Response: The name doesn't ring any bells.

7. Make yourself at home. - Response: Sure.

In these dialogues, the expressions used as short replies are appropriate based on the