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Exercise 10: Simulation Exercises for Making a Refusal
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Let’s take a close look at the strategies and language for refusals once again.The following chart summarizes the effective refusal strategies used in the sample dialogues.
Strategies used |
The language for refusing |
Response 1 |
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Making aindirect refusal
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Speaking hesitantly (e.g., hedging)
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あー、うーん、クラシックは、そうですね、あまり聞かないんですけどね。Aa,uun,kurasshikkuwasoudesune,amarikikanaindesukedone.‘Well,Iactuallydon’t listen to classical music much.’
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Responses 2 |
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Apologizing
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Giving a reason
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Leaving the refusal sentence incomplete
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ああ、そうですか、すみません、それに、ちょっとした予定もあるものですから。Aa,soudesuka,sumimasen,soreni,chottoshitayoteimoarumonodesukara.‘Well, I’m sorry,but I also have some little plans too.’
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Response 3 |
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Apologizing
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Leaving the refusal sentence incomplete
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ええ、申し訳ありませんけど。Ee,moushiwakearimasenkedo.‘Yes,I’m so sorry.’
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ViewDialogue 1Transcript
ViewDialogue 2Transcript
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