Scenario: Requesting Extra Time for an Assignment
Conversation : 1
BeginnerBest Practice
Student: Excuse me, may I have more time to finish the homework?
Teacher: Why do you need more time?
Student: I was sick and couldn’t complete it on time.
Teacher: Okay, I understand. You can submit it tomorrow.
Student: Thank you so much!
Teacher: Just make sure it’s done properly.
Examples
1: submit
Meaning: To give something (like an assignment) to someone officially.
Sentences Using submit for better understanding
1 .Please submit your homework by Friday.
2 .He submitted the report late.
3 .She forgot to submit the form.
2: complete
Meaning: To finish something.
Sentences Using complete for better understanding
1 .I need more time to complete the task.
2 .He completed his work early.
3 .Did you complete the worksheet?
Conversation : 2
IntermediateBest Practice
Student: Hi, I’m sorry, but could I request a little extra time for the assignment?
Teacher: Is there a reason for the delay?
Student: Yes, I had a family emergency and couldn’t focus properly.
Teacher: Thanks for letting me know. How much more time do you need?
Student: Just one extra day would be enough.
Teacher: Alright, you may submit it by tomorrow evening.
Examples
1: emergency
Meaning: An unexpected serious situation needing immediate action.
Sentences Using emergency for better understanding
1 .I had to leave early due to a family emergency.
2 .The teacher understood the emergency.
3 .Emergencies can happen anytime.
2: delay
Meaning: A situation in which something happens later than expected.
Sentences Using delay for better understanding
1 .There was a delay in submitting the homework.
2 .The train was delayed due to weather.
3 .She apologized for the delay.
Conversation : 3
ProBest Practice
Student: Good morning, I wanted to speak with you about the assignment deadline.
Teacher: Sure, what’s the issue?
Student: Due to an unexpected obligation at home, I couldn't finish the assignment on time. Would it be possible to get an extension?
Teacher: Thanks for communicating. How much of an extension are you requesting?
Student: An extra two days would really help me submit quality work.
Teacher: That’s fair. I’ll grant the extension—just don’t delay further.
Examples
1: obligation
Meaning: Something you must do because it is your duty or responsibility.
Sentences Using obligation for better understanding
1 .He had a family obligation to attend.
2 .I couldn’t attend due to prior obligations.
3 .She takes her school obligations seriously.
2: extension
Meaning: Extra time given beyond a deadline.
Sentences Using extension for better understanding
1 .The teacher gave an extension for the project.
2 .He asked for an extension to finish his homework.
3 .Extensions are only granted with valid reasons.
3: communicate
Meaning: To share information or feelings with someone.
Sentences Using communicate for better understanding
1 .It’s important to communicate with your teacher.
2 .He communicated his issues clearly.
3 .Good communication prevents misunderstandings.