You’ve committed to hosting a family dinner, but your kitchen appliances are not working properly.
Choose ONE:
- Talk to your family and explain the issue with the appliances and propose an alternative plan.
- Talk to a repair service and explain the urgency of fixing the appliances.
Sample Answer for Option A - click to open/hide answer!
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Sample Answer:
Hi [Family Member’s Name], I wanted to give you a heads-up about the family dinner I’m hosting. Unfortunately, I’ve run into a bit of a problem—some of my kitchen appliances aren’t working properly, and I’m concerned that I won’t be able to prepare the meal as planned. I’m really sorry about this, but I was wondering if we could either reschedule the dinner or perhaps host it at someone else’s place. I’m happy to contribute in any way I can, whether it’s bringing a dish or helping out with the preparations. I hope this doesn’t cause too much inconvenience, and I’m sure we can find a solution that works for everyone.
Sample Answer for Option B - click to open/hide answer!
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Hi [Repair Service’s Name], I’m in a bit of a bind and need your help. I’ve committed to hosting a family dinner, but my kitchen appliances aren’t working properly. It’s really important to me to be able to prepare the meal as planned, so I’m hoping you can assist with getting the appliances fixed as soon as possible. I understand it might be short notice, but any help you can provide would be greatly appreciated. I’m willing to work around your schedule to ensure that the repairs are completed in time for the dinner. Thank you so much for your assistance; it means a lot to me and my family.
What this sample tests
Practice Dealing with a Difficult Situation with a realistic prompt about You’ve committed to hosting a family dinner, but your kitchen appliances are not working properly. Focus on planning quickly and speaking clearly; you have 60 sec to prepare and 60 sec to respond. Aim for organized ideas, natural vocabulary, and steady pacing.