Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises.
Preparation
Reading text
Hey, I don't think I can make it tomorrow. I'm feeling really ill
Yesterday, 18:45
Oh no, poor you!
18:45
Have you been to the doctor?
18:46
No, I think it's just a cold
18:49
Well, get well soon
18:49
Shout if you need anything!
18:50
Thx, I will
18:50
Feeling any better?
Today, 9:03
A bit thanks but staying in bed today I think!
9:06
I can pop round on my way home if you need anything?
9:06
Actually, if you don't mind, pls can you get me some green tea?
9:07
No problem!
9:07
See you about 6 then
9:08
Thx so much!!
9:08
Get plenty of rest! Hope you feel better soon!
9:09
Tips
- You don't have to write complete sentences in text messages.
- You can use short forms, e.g. thx (thanks) and pls (please).
- To cancel a plan, say I don't think I can make it. Add the date (e.g. I don't think I can make it tomorrow) and/or to + the activity (e.g. I don't think I can make it to the party tomorrow).
- To show sympathy, say Poor you and Hope you feel better soon.
- Exclamation marks (!) sound positive and they are used a lot in text messages. Two exclamation marks (!!) shows you really, really mean it!
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The last time I canceled a plan was today. I had planned to go out with my family; however, the elevator is out of order, we live on the seventh floor , and I have two small children 😑.
The last time I cancelled a plan was the last month, when I was invited to my cousin’s birthday and I
told him I couldn’t go because I’ve got a flu and I wasn’t feeling very well.
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When was the last time you canceled a plan? Why did you cancel?
Yesterday, I planned to go out to the park with my friend. We decided to meet in the park at 07:00 pm but unfortunately, I had some urgent work at home so I canceled that plan. I sent a message to my friend that I am unable to come because I am busy with other work.
About a month ago, I cancelled a plan to hike a mountain because of bad weather. The weather forecast predicted strong winds and heavy snow, so outdoor activities were avoided. As a result, I had to cancel the plans. It was quite disappointing.
"When was the last time you cancelled a plan? Why did you cancel?"
umm, I don't really remember. But I think it was around a month ago. It's not really canceling a meeting. I need to choose one between two plans. My boyfriend asked me to go to a concert, while my friend asked me to see a musical. In the end, I went to the concert with my boyfriend.
I dont remember this moment,but last time I made a deal to meet in Sunday evening with my friend and she must write me,but she doesnt write.
Last time I had to cancel a plan due to conflicting meetings. I had to choose which one to attend and which to cancel.
When was the last time you canceled a plan? Why did you cancel?
I was supposed to finish one new technology in my field by two weeks later but my laptop broke down so that its windows wouldn't turn on. I was forced to take it to a hardware repairman. after two days he told me he did never encounter this kind of problem and asked me for more time in order that he repaired it. As a result, this happening forced me to set my plan back.
at first, I was very angry because little did I dream that I haven't lived up with my hopes. It was beyond believe for me! why did it occur now?
I was doing my best and put my heart into my job for the last 6 months.
but a little later, I would feel unhappy and try to face this situation more reasonably. I accepted not to try to control uncontrolled circumstances and let me see what would happen.
I'm so sad, i can't come to meeting tomorrow. Because my parents don't letting me.
I canceled my appointment of the clinic because there was an emergency matter before the coming day of the appointment. I didn't want to call off any appointments as usual but sometimes, something is more crucial unexpectedly.