Question

Read the following conversation between two friends and match the italisised sentences with the functions listed.

Simran:	This slice of cake isn’t nice. Nothing’s fresh and it tastes a bit strange!
Rohan:	Yes, you’re right. (1) Should we complain to the Manager?
Simran:	(2) That’s going a bit too far, isn't it? May be we could first check with the waiter.
Rohan:	(3) Are you saying you’d like to get this sandwich changed?
Simran:	No, that’s not a great idea. (4) It could be possibly worse than this one.
Rohan:	(5) Or, could be nice and fresh!
Simran:	(6) OK, call the waiter and let’s tell him.

A - predicting

B - making a suggestion 

C - asking for clarification 

D - expressing hope 

E - agreeing 

F - disagreeing

Answer 1

1. B: making a suggestion
2. F: disagreeing
3. C: asking for clarification
4. A: predicting 
5. D: expressing hope
6. E: agreeing