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  • You've just sat down in a cafe and need to use the Internet. Ask the waiter for the WiFi password.
  • You're at a bar. You want some more ice in your drink. Ask the bartender for some.
  • You're carrying a big box and can't open the door in front of you. Ask a passer-by to help you.
  • The man sitting next to you on the bus has his headphones on. His music is too loud. Ask him to turn it down.
  • You're on a busy train. You see a woman with her bag on an empty seat. Ask her to move it so you can sit down.
  • You're a passenger on a plane and are feeling a bit cold. Ask the flight attendant for a blanket.
  • You're at the cinema and the person behind you is talking on their phone. Ask them to stop.
  • You're at work and your phone is low on battery. Your colleague has a charger. Ask if you can borrow it.
  • You're buying a new laptop. You're not sure how to set it up. Ask the shop assistant to help you.
  • You're checking into a hotel. You have a meeting at 7 a.m. the next day. Ask the receptionist for a wake up call.
  • You're at the pharmacy. You want to know what medicine is good for a sore throat. Ask the pharmacist for advice.
  • You're in class. You didn't hear what the teacher said. Ask her to repeat it.
  • You're on holiday in Paris. You want a picture of yourself in front of the Eiffel Tower. Ask someone to take a photo of you.
  • You're at a restaurant and your soup isn't hot enough. Ask the waiter to warm it up.
  • You're going away for a week and need someone to feed your cat. Ask a neighbour to do so.
  • You're at school and your pen has just broken. You don't have another. Ask your classmate to lend you one.
  • You're having lunch at a restaurant. You've just finished your wine. Ask the waiter for another glass.
  • You're waiting for the bus and realise you've left your watch and phone at home. Ask someone for the time.
  • You're in a restaurant, deciding what to order. Ask the waiter what the specials are.