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May I join the class/group?

Requesting inclusion

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Can you explain it once more, please?

Requesting re-explanation

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Teacher, please, can you repeat?

Requesting repetition

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Can I go to the bathroom?

Requesting restroom break

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Can you explain that again?

Requesting re-teaching

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Can you speak louder, please?

Requesting volume increase

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I am ready. May I start it?

Seeking permission to begin

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I have done this

Signaling task completion

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Turn left into… Street

Specific turning instruction with street name.

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Is this right?

Checking correctness

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I’m looking for…

Statement indicating you need help finding something.

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I’m looking for this address

Stating you need help finding a specific location.

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Are we on the right road for London?

Verifying if current route leads to London.

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May I ask for some help? I need to get to…

Very polite way to request directions.

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Can I pull up/down the blinds?

Adjusting window covers

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I am sorry. I did not hear

Admitting missed information

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Sorry for being late

Apologizing for tardiness

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When is the exam?

Asking about test dates

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What is the homework?

Asking for assignments

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Can I open the window?

Asking for ventilation

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Can I go out?

Asking permission to leave

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Can I switch off the lights?

Asking to control lighting

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Can you show me on the map, please?

Requesting visual directions using a map.

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Can I come in?

Asking to enter

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