Study

Describing Problems & Social Expectations

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  • "The window is broken." → Create an expectation about this problem.
    You’re supposed to fix the window - It’s not acceptable to leave it broken - The janitor is expected to repair it.
  • "The classroom is dirty." → Create an expectation about this.
    The cleaning staff is supposed to clean it. - It’s not acceptable to leave it like this. - It needs to be cleaned before class.
  • "The lights are broken in the hallway." → What should happen?
    The electrician is supposed to fix them. - It’s not acceptable to work in the dark. - They are expected to repair it soon.
  • "The sink needs fixing." → Express an expectation.
    The plumber is supposed to fix it. - It’s not acceptable to leave it broken. - Someone needs to repair it.
  • "I saw a broken door." → What is the expectation?
    The maintenance team is expected to fix it. - It’s not acceptable to leave it like this. - You’re supposed to report it.
  • "The internet keeps disconnecting." → What is the expectation?
    The IT team is supposed to solve it. - It’s not acceptable to have no internet during work. - It needs to be fixed soon.
  • "The printer keeps jamming." → Express an expectation.
    The IT guy is supposed to fix it. - It’s not acceptable to leave it like that. - Someone needs to repair it.