# PTE RTS #9: Inquiring About Professor Extra...

Respond to a Situation #9 - Level 2 - Feeds Speaking

> Read the situation and listen to it. You have 10 seconds to prepare, then 40 seconds to respond as if you were speaking to the person in it.

You are waiting in line at the campus café and overhear two students discussing a professor's extra credit assignment. You're interested but not sure if it applies to your course. You decide to ask them about it. How would you politely join their conversation?

## Answer

Hey, I overheard you talking about a professor's extra credit assignment, and I'm interested in finding out if it applies to my course as well. Could you tell me more about it and whether it's available for everyone? I just want to make sure I don't miss out if it's something I can participate in. Thanks so much for filling me in!

## Explanation

You are speaking to two students you do not know, so be casual but polite. Open with a short "excuse me" for joining in. Say you overheard them mention the extra credit assignment. Ask whether it applies to your course and how it works.

## Hints

- Start with a polite greeting or an apology for interrupting.
- State clearly that you overheard their conversation and are interested in the extra credit assignment.

## Transcript

You are waiting in line at the campus café and overhear two students discussing a professor's extra credit assignment. You're interested but not sure if it applies to your course. You decide to ask them about it. How would you politely join their conversation?

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