1. A: I think it is better if I take your feet's measure myself. What colour do you want them?
B: Brown, but the most important is the kind of leather.
A: I never use but the best. You can have them in two weeks.
Place: Shoemaker's A:Shoemaker B: Customer
Function: Asking for and giving information / Polite request
2. A: What is the problem?
B: When it is on, it doesn't cool well.
A: Maybe there is a leak in the system, but this takes time to repair. Let it be tomorrow.
Place: Technician's A:Technician B: Client
Function: Asking for and giving information
3. A: I have a problem with finance, sir. Can I ask your advice?
B: With pleasure. I hope you've understood today's lecture.
A: I've. The way you lecture is fantastic. Still I find it hard to get better.
Place: University / Faculty of commerce
A:Student
B: Professor
Function: Polite request / Expressing a good hope / Complaining
4. A: How can I help you?
B: Two chickens, please. Two kilos each.
A: Open that cage door and get out the ones you want.
Place: University / Faculty of commerce A:Birds' shop B: Seller / butcher
Function: Offering help / Polite request
5. A: Please everyone keep silent! Go on, sir.
B: And I've got what will prove this man is innocent.
A: Speak on! We're listening!
B: Here is the porter of the block. He can tell you everything in detail.
Place: Court A: Judge B: Lawyer
Function: Polite request / Presenting defence
6. A: This is one of the oldest buildings in Cairo.
B: Shall we enter to see it from inside?
A: Yes, off course, but please everyone you have to take off your shoes
Place: Historic mosque A: Guide B: Tourist
Function: Polite request / giving information