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<!-- (Audio) Brian: Can you write up a summary of this discussion? I'd like to use it to update our training materials. --> <!-- SPEAKING -->

--instructions--

Listen to the audio and answer the question below.

--questions--

--text--

What could Sophie say to show she agrees to help Brian?

--answers--

Of course. I'll get that done.

--audio-id--

EN017d32ba


I'm not sure that's my job.

--audio-id--

EN44cf510e

--feedback--

This does not show agreement or willingness to help.

--video-solution--

1

--explanation--

Of course is a polite way to show agreement or say yes without hesitation. It means the speaker is happy or willing to do something. For example:

Of course, I'll help you with the report. – This means the speaker is glad to help.

Will is often used to make promises or express a decision at the moment of speaking. For example:

I'll email you the file this afternoon. – This shows a promise to do something soon.

--scene--

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